What fits at 1:64
Diecast cars, Hot Wheels customs, farm models and small dioramas. The pocket size makes 1:64 the most collected car scale in the world.
| Real subject | Real size | 1:64 model |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Mustang | 4.8 m | 7.5 cm |
| Pickup truck | 5.9 m | 9.2 cm |
| School bus | 10.9 m | 17 cm |
| Human figure | 1.8 m | 2.8 cm |
Size comparison at 1:64
Relative model sizes at 1:64 (longest bar = largest model):
1:64 in mm, cm and inches
How common real-world sizes convert to 1:64 model size:
| Real size | Model (mm) | Model (cm) | Model (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 15.6 mm | 1.56 cm | 0.615 in |
| 2 m | 31.3 mm | 3.13 cm | 1.23 in |
| 5 m | 78.1 mm | 7.81 cm | 3.08 in |
| 10 m | 156 mm | 15.6 cm | 6.15 in |
| 1 ft | 4.76 mm | 0.476 cm | 0.188 in |
| 6 ft (person) | 28.6 mm | 2.86 cm | 1.13 in |
Frequently asked questions
How big is a 1:64 car?
A 4.8 m car becomes about 7.5 cm long at 1:64 (4.8 ÷ 64).
Are Hot Wheels 1:64 scale?
Most Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars are around 1:64, though exact scale varies a little to fit a standard body length.