ARC HOTO Ricky Stenhouse JR #17 Building for America's Bravest 2014 Ford Fusion NASCAR Die-cast Car, 1:24 Scale ARC HOTO

In the Sprint Showdown on May 16, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. did race for one of America's bravest heroes – USMC Gunnery Sergeant Thomas McRae. Driving the No. 17 Building for America's Bravest Ford Fusion, Stenhouse wasn't just be driving for his chance at a Sprint All-Star Race victory, but he was also racing in tribute to McRae, who lost three limbs while fighting for his country in Afghanistan. "The sacrifice that Sergeant McRae has made for our freedom is humbling to me," said Stenhouse. "It's my honor to drive a tribute car to him and in doing so, help raise the funds needed to build him a home that will change his and his daughter's lives for the better." When customers order the die-cast of the No. 17 Building for America's Bravest Ford Fusion, they will also be doing their part to help McRae. Lionel Racing is donating a significant portion of the proceeds from each die-cast sold directly to the construction of high-tech homes that will allow McRae and other veterans like him to live independently. The die-cast is available for pre-order now. Each is authentically detailed to look just like the car Stenhouse will wheel on track. Reserve yours today!