Kenny Bernstein “Bud King” 2001 Top Fuel Dragster Gold Chrome 1:24 Diecast – 1 of 1,000 NHRA 50th Anniversary Edition by Racing Champions

Some names don’t just compete in NHRA history — they define it.

Kenny Bernstein is one of them.

Known as the “King of Speed,” Bernstein was the first driver in NHRA history to officially break the 300 mph barrier in 1992, forever changing Top Fuel expectations. A six-time NHRA World Champion (three in Funny Car and three in Top Fuel), Bernstein built a dynasty under the iconic Budweiser banner and later as team owner of Bud King Racing.

By 2001, NHRA was celebrating its 50th Anniversary, honoring the pioneers and champions who shaped the sport. This special edition Gold Chrome Bud King Top Fuel Dragster was released as part of that celebration — a tribute to one of nitro’s most influential figures.

Limited to just 1 of 1,000 produced, this 1:24 scale Racing Champions diecast captures the long, sleek Top Fuel rail in striking gold chrome — a finish worthy of a champion and symbolic of NHRA’s golden era.

Bernstein’s impact on drag racing extends beyond wins:

• 6× NHRA World Champion

• First official 300 mph pass (1992)

• Major force in professional sponsorship growth

• Team owner who helped shape modern Top Fuel competition

This special edition represents not just a car — but a milestone moment in NHRA history.

Product Details

• Driver: Kenny Bernstein

• Nickname: “Bud King”

• Car: 2001 Top Fuel Dragster (Gold Chrome Edition)

• Event: NHRA 50th Anniversary Special Edition

• Scale: 1:24

• Manufacturer: Racing Champions

• Production: Limited to 1,000 Produced

• Condition: Pre-Owned – Good Condition

• Packaging: Still in Original Package

• Category: NHRA Top Fuel Dragster Diecast & Memorabilia

For serious NHRA collectors, this piece checks every box:

✔ Hall of Fame driver
✔ Milestone anniversary edition
✔ Limited production run
✔ Gold chrome display appeal
✔ Original packaging

The 2001 NHRA 50th Anniversary marked five decades of nitro, speed, and championship battles — and few drivers represented that legacy better than Kenny Bernstein.

At Revelry1, we don’t just list rare diecast — we honor the champions who pushed the sport forward. This Bud King Gold Chrome edition isn’t just collectible.

It’s a statement piece.