The new Metal Collection line was first unveiled alongside its Motorized counterpart at the New York Toy Fair during the beginning of March 2025. This new range featured a return to the designs of the CGI series, replacing its All Engines Go-themed predecessor.
This marks the first die-cast range to have engines with siderods since the Tomica and ERTL ranges.
Like with his Motorized models, Thomas' wheels are set closer to the rear of his chassis instead of being placed evenly.
Henry is missing his splasher closest to his cab.
James' side rods are gold instead of silver.
In a rather strange turn of events, leftover stock from the previous two die-cast lines were put back into stores during the first wave of this line to help complete a full assortment, as only four new items (plus a bonus "chase item") were made in the first wave. These included:
