MP-20 Wheeljack images and info

[Hursticon]

Shogo Hasui has just posted a new image of the rear of Wheeljack's Alt mode via twitter (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/424095931667984384):

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BeKxALYCMAAJi6Ojpglarge_zpse69ca3e8.jpg~original

[yoshi594]

Yeah, sigh, a man can dream...


Never understood why Stuart looks so miserable on Big Bang Theory, I'd love to run a comics & collectables shop. Maybe more like Banki from Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back though ;)

he never got out much and is still single yet looking but not looking lol.

As most said, you probably wouldn't churn in the profits or keep afloat just selling transformers alone.

[Trent]

Shogo Hasui has just posted a new image of the rear of Wheeljack's Alt mode via twitter (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/424095931667984384):

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BeKxALYCMAAJi6Ojpglarge_zpse69ca3e8.jpg~original

Quoted for awesomeness.

[kaiden]

Shogo Hasui has just posted a new image of the rear of Wheeljack's Alt mode via twitter (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/424095931667984384):

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BeKxALYCMAAJi6Ojpglarge_zpse69ca3e8.jpg~original

his gun becomes the exhaust apparently

[lancalot]

more pic ...from tfsource Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151864279841711&set=a.186495981710.135698.100983336710&type=1&theater)it looking good next to the other MP
http://imageshack.com/a/img822/2236/px3r.jpg

[kaiden]

more pic ...from tfsource Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151864279841711&set=a.186495981710.135698.100983336710&type=1&theater)it looking good next to the other MP
http://imageshack.com/a/img822/2236/px3r.jpg

very nice vehicle mode.

[kaiden]

http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/dengeki-hobby-march-2014-scans-mp-20-masterpiece-wheeljack-line-art-179163/

Line art showing where everything goes

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/ETVonti_1390704845_zpsc09648ec.jpg

I really want to get more than 1 now...

[Gofigure]

That's a really impressive figure. Love the sculpt

I'm in for 2

[MayzaPrime]

I can't wait for this :D

Hopefully we will get a few repaints out of this mold as well

[DELTAprime]

I can't wait for this :D

Hopefully we will get a few repaints out of this mold as well

Doubt we will get any repaints out of Wheeljack, he was never repainted or remoulded into other characters. There is Marlboro Wheeljack, but since tabaco advertising is band in civilised countries I can't see Takara putting it on a toy.

[Sky Shadow]

Doubt we will get any repaints out of Wheeljack, he was never repainted or remoulded into other characters. There is Marlboro Wheeljack, but since tabaco advertising is band in civilised countries I can't see Takara putting it on a toy.

He was repainted into Slicer. Often. (1991, 2010, 2012). And they don't need to keep the original product advertising on a toy - just look at Jazz, Smokescreen, etc. They could still remould the head and adjust colours. They released Marlboro Man Jack's colours as Hyperspeed Wheeljack a couple of years ago.

[kaiden]

with regards to retools, the Sideswipe and Prowl molds all feature new heads for the other characters. So if Takara were going to - Malboor/Malboro Wheeljack would be a pretty good choice with the unique head.

As for Tobacco, there are reforms but they do heavily smoke over there and I still have to insist that the MP line is for adult collectors anyway and is simply too good to give to children :p

[DELTAprime]

He was repainted into Slicer. Often. (1991, 2010, 2012). And they don't need to keep the original product advertising on a toy - just look at Jazz, Smokescreen, etc. They could still remould the head and adjust colours. They released Marlboro Man Jack's colours as Hyperspeed Wheeljack a couple of years ago.

Often, try once and that was only his Action Master that got repainted not the real mold. http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Slicer

[Sky Shadow]

Often, try once and that was only his Action Master that got repainted not the real mold. http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Slicer

And, as I said, twice more in 2010 (Shattered Glass Wheeljack/Botcon Slicer) and 2012 (Dark Energon Wheeljack). This is the Masterpiece line, where they love to release black Optimus Primes, black Rodimus Primes and green seekers - they're not going to let an opportunity to reuse a mould go by. They haven't had the original Wheeljack mould since 1991, if they did we would have had E-Hobby Slicer and Marlboor years ago.

[griffin]

One Slicer toy as a straight redeco of Wheeljack (1991), one Slice(r) toy as a redeco of a toy (Downshift) that was allegedly supposed to be Wheeljack (2010), and a redeco Wheeljack toy that homages Slicer (2012).
So in a way, you're both right... as there are three "Slicer" toys or homages, but only one that was a redeco named as Slicer of a toy named as Wheeljack.

[Sinnertwin]

Just give me a Marlboro Lancia now! Or at least a Reprolabel set, i'll settle for that
:p

[Trent]

$20 says that we will see a Slicer repaint. We're getting G2 Sideswipe FFS :)

[Hursticon]

$20 says that we will see a Slicer repaint. We're getting G2 Sideswipe FFS :)

True, I think I'd prefer an "unmarked" Marlboro version though. :)

Also, I think people have forgotten about the obvious deco reference (http://www.toyarchive.com/Diaclone/WheeljackMalboro1b.jpg) on Transformers: Prime, Cyberverse (Legion Class) - "Hyperspeed" Wheeljack (http://www.tfw2005.com/resources/attach/4/0/5/9/7/Wheeljack_1335973240.jpg). ;):cool:

[griffin]

Skyshadow mentioned the Hyperspeed homage to Marlboor a couple posts up (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=397559#post397559). ;)

[Hursticon]

Skyshadow mentioned the Hyperspeed homage to Marlboor a couple posts up (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=397559#post397559). ;)

Oh bloody hell! :p - I was going off of your post :rolleyes:, well, at least we have some pretty pictures linked to the discussion now. :D

[griffin]

It shows there's a bit of interest in it, so worth being a release if it is no longer an obscurity.

[GoktimusPrime]

I would consider getting a Malboor MP Wheeljack if the price was right. ;) Although I'd like to see them create it as a wholly new character instead of just "Hyperspeed Wheeljack." That's something that I enjoyed with the eHobby 'Transformerised' reissues of Diaclone/Microman toys. :o

[Hursticon]

I would consider getting a Malboor MP Wheeljack if the price was right. ;) Although I'd like to see them create it as a wholly new character instead of just "Hyperspeed Wheeljack."

I'd like that too actually, have his boxart drawn with him chewin' on a Cy-gar. ;):cool:

[Trent]

I'd like that too actually, have his boxart drawn with him chewin' on a Cy-gar. ;):cool:

Considering he doesn't have a mouth, that would be quite a feat ;)

[griffin]

That would be funny, and an in-joke for fans to replace the cigarette wording/logo decos... even if they had to create a mouth to do it.
But it would have to be exclusive to Japan for the "adult collectable market" - because Hasbro HK wouldn't wouldn't risk the publicity of appearing to promote smoking on a kids toy.

[Hursticon]

Considering he doesn't have a mouth, that would be quite a feat ;)

He's a robot dude, when has not having a mouth ever stopped them? :D


But it would have to be exclusive to Japan for the "adult collectable market" - because Hasbro HK wouldn't wouldn't risk the publicity of appearing to promote smoking on a kids toy.

For sure, definitely :cool: - You sure Hasbro HK wouldn't though?, I could understand the US Offices not liking it. ;)

[DELTAprime]

He's a robot dude, when has not having a mouth ever stopped them? :D


Thanks to IDW Orion Pax retractable mouth plates are G1 cannon.:p

[gamblor916]

If Philip Morris allows the use of the red white chevron logo on a toy I will saute and eat my hat.

Ciggy companies have even gone back to vintage race cars and removed or replaced brand logos.

[griffin]

For sure, definitely :cool: - You sure Hasbro HK wouldn't though?, I could understand the US Offices not liking it. ;)

The toys would have the Hasbro logo on them, which would mean the bad publicity would come back to Hasbro headquarters (America).
At least if it was a TakaraTomy product, the media and "proactive" parents might try to stir up an issue by way of the "Transformers" Brand, but easily deflected by Hasbro as they can just point out that it isn't their Transformers.

[Hursticon]

The toys would have the Hasbro logo on them, which would mean the bad publicity would come back to Hasbro headquarters (America).
At least if it was a TakaraTomy product, the media and "proactive" parents might try to stir up an issue by way of the "Transformers" Brand, but easily deflected by Hasbro as they can just point out that it isn't their Transformers.

Heh, yep - you're dead right you know; I guess we could always hold-out for an Unofficial cy-gar themed head-sculpt, failing TakTom's preparedness. ;):D

[ILikeSoundwave]

Another beautiful image comparing Wheeljack (http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/takara-tomy-transformers-masterpiece-mp20-wheeljack-robot-mode-comparison-shot/29252/) in robot mode to the other MP cars.

[MayzaPrime]

Man, Takara is killing me, I can't wait until August to get my hands on Wheeljack.

[drifand]

now all you have to do is to see a bumble bee silhouette

[Gofigure]

Man, Takara is killing me, I can't wait until August to get my hands on Wheeljack.

I hear ya :)

They sure know how to hit us where it hurts. Love this line and what it represents to a collector like me

[koolkollectibleskhai]

How awesome does this look!! YEAH!!! :)

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/1390881871_BfCQrjnCIAAec___zps1e29278e.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/1390881871_BfCQrjnCIAAec___zps1e29278e.jpg.html)

[UltraMarginal]

Personally, I'm not sure the market in Australia is big enough to make a living exclusively selling transformers. For a small retailer, and especially if you want to sell the expensive third party items, the risk of unsold inventory is too high and could be crippling if you make a bad call on which products to stock. Also meeting obligations under Australian Consumer Law as well as import duties and GST could add significantly to your overheads. Not to mention that Australian domestic postage is relatively expensive so it could cost as much or more to send something around the country as it does to ship from Asia.

I could be completely wrong, but that's my 'gut feel'. :)

Sadly I think you're entirely correct.


In other news, I'm excited about this Wheeljack, hopefully bumblebee starts to get publicised soon.

I've preordered Wheeljack with G2 Sideswipe, I just love that Lambo in Black.

[Sinnertwin]

How awesome does this look!! YEAH!!! :)

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/1390881871_BfCQrjnCIAAec___zps1e29278e.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/1390881871_BfCQrjnCIAAec___zps1e29278e.jpg.html)

Sure does :D
Reminds me of Wheeljack being immobilized, standing among the other four like that

[kurdt_the_goat]

Another one from Hasui (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/428363874320916481/photo/1)!

http://i.imgur.com/AsvrTng.jpg

Firing launcher? Google translate ...


Magnet gun of the right shoulder of the MP-20 foil Jack is supposed to be able to give them some elevation, pulling out the missile part. It is a gimmick that can be used to reproduce such as Episode 15 of "The Rise of Atlantis!"

[griffin]

(giving Wheeljack its own topic from the joint one with Bumblebee, as more individual info is being released on just Wheeljack now)

One of the TakaraTomy designers (Shogo Hasui) has revealed some info on the upcoming Wheeljack, and the licensing of the Masterpiece line, translated from a Japanese blog posting (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-on-masterpiece-line-and-wheeljack-179372/).


- MP Wheeljack's colour scheme in vehicle mode is close to the real car, but he tried to make the robot mode's colours as close to the cartoon as possible.
- WJ's shoulder cannon can be attached to the car roof.
- WJ's Wings on the back do not require detaching when transforming.
- Thanks to Tomica (Tomy's Hot Wheels size, real vehicle base toy car series) it has become much easier to negotiate with car manufacturers. (I assume easier than when dealing with them as Takara, since Tomy has long-established connections thanks to Tomica)
- The sales of MP Lambor to Streak were excellent, and as a result, Smokescreen could have additional parts, and Wheeljack could be developed without considering re-purposing the mould.
- The first 3 real vehicle MPs were meant to be "Super Cars".

[kaiden]

its nice they could budget for wheeljack without difficulty but if they don't do the malboor wheeljack that'd be crazy.

but i feel that its highly likely with tigertracks & g2 sideswipe out and the 'blue' bluestreak on the way.

[DELTAprime]

I imagine that their budget for a number of unannounced MP's is already secured with how popular the line has been since MP-10. They wouldn't have reissued Takara versions of Optimus, Grimlock, Lambor and Soundwave in various markets if they didn't sell out the first time.

[Trent]

Good to know that Wheeljack's wings don't partsform. I was hoping they could integrate them :)

[GoktimusPrime]

First two points about MP Wheeljack from the original Autobase Aichi post which wasn't translated...

*ホイルジャックの変形解釈はかなり難解。
*「腰と頭の構造はすごい詰め込み方になりました」
* Wheeljack's transformation design is considerably complex
* Waist and head are made to become very compact

[1AZRAEL1]

The colour picture looks quite nice. Bring on more MP's.

[1AZRAEL1]

For those wondering what I'm talking about...

http://www.robokun.it/it/transformers/23078-vendita-online-transformers-masterpiece-mp-20-wheeljack-.html

[drifand]

This might be the nicest looking car figure of this series. I didn't like the Lambor, but the G2 has gone up a notch. The nissans were all quite good.

[Gofigure]

http://www.robokun.it/it/transformers/23078-vendita-online-transformers-masterpiece-mp-20-wheeljack-.html

i think i just fell in love all over again

thx for link 1azrael1

[Sinnertwin]

Is that a legitimate image? :confused: Ive only had a quick look at the two, but it looks like a digibashed version of the prototype photos

http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-20-wheeljack/

[lancalot]

im pretty sure it a digibash as well....

[1AZRAEL1]

Comparing the pictures, I'd say it is a digibash too. But if that is close to the final colours that they choose, then that's fantastic :)

[drifand]

I imagine that their budget for a number of unannounced MP's is already secured with how popular the line has been since MP-10. They wouldn't have reissued Takara versions of Optimus, Grimlock, Lambor and Soundwave in various markets if they didn't sell out the first time.

I am expecting mp-10 to be reissued as TRU-exclusive in the fancy box anytime. Since they going to introduce Prowl and what not, they will do this.

MP-10 wasn't a hot seller because a bunch of collectors like myself already have the mp-1 and 4 version, there wasn't that much vision to think Takara decided to push the entire line rescaled. By the time I wanted a mp-10, is at ridiculous prices.

The only issue is whether Takara will go through the trouble making a resized Megatron as they know it will be hard selling in other countries. I hope they do Gelvatron MP instead so it could be sold much easier, afterall there is a Rodimus around.

[Megatran]

I just hope Wheeljack and Bumblebee are released in quick succession 'cos I preordered them together to save a few pennies.

[Sinnertwin]

The only issue is whether Takara will go through the trouble making a resized Megatron as they know it will be hard selling in other countries. I hope they do Gelvatron MP instead so it could be sold much easier, afterall there is a Rodimus around.

I'm confident we'll see a Galvatron, followed by a reissue of MP09, but not in the immediate future.

[kaiden]

I'm confident we'll see a Galvatron, followed by a reissue of MP09, but not in the immediate future.

i really wish they wouldn't. I'd much prefer they remake hotrod and rodimus as separate toys. then neither would have to be compromised.

[Bidoofdude]

I'm confident we'll see a Galvatron, followed by a reissue of MP09, but not in the immediate future.

Give us a reissue of Rodimus with the trailer and market that as his main alt mode, it'd work better. The car alt mode doesn't scale as well. (unlikely though)

[Trent]

I'm confident we'll see a Galvatron, followed by a reissue of MP09, but not in the immediate future.

If they gave us a Takara reissue MP-09 with all the problems fixed, I'd be all over it.

[UltraMarginal]

If they gave us a Takara reissue MP-09 with all the problems fixed, I'd be all over it.

Ditto, Like a fat kid on a cup cake

[DELTAprime]

The only issue is whether Takara will go through the trouble making a resized Megatron as they know it will be hard selling in other countries.

Thats why I'm hoping if we do a get a new MP Megatron it's either cartoon accurate robot mode with compromised alt mode or a tank alt mode. I'd actually love a MP IDW Megatron with one of his tankish alt modes.

[MayzaPrime]

Thats why I'm hoping if we do a get a new MP Megatron it's either cartoon accurate robot mode with compromised alt mode or a tank alt mode. I'd actually love a MP IDW Megatron with one of his tankish alt modes.

I agree. I think it will be really hard for Takara to do another 'gun' version of Megatron.

Besides it looks awful with the orange tip... I am glad my MP05 doesn't have it.

[kaiden]

Shogo Hasui interview on Masterpiece from April Figure-oh (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-interview-on-masterpiece-from-april-figure-oh-179419/)

very interesting read.

[Trent]

Shogo Hasui interview on Masterpiece from April Figure-oh (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-interview-on-masterpiece-from-april-figure-oh-179419/)

very interesting read.

It is. Thanks for posting that. So Wheeljack was so complicated that he almost gave up? Interesting. Might be a reason we havent seen a V2 Megs yet. It just ended up in the too hard basket. Same with Ironhide/Ratchet?

I hope he gets reassigned to MPs in the future. Some of his ideas sound really cool, like developing rival characters together. It would be pretty awesome if for example we got Ultra Magnus as one release and then the very next release was Cyclonus and soforth.

[Sky Shadow]

Shogo Hasui interview on Masterpiece from April Figure-oh (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-interview-on-masterpiece-from-april-figure-oh-179419/)

very interesting read.

"- Any hardship to obtain vehicle licence?

H: Actually, thanks to Tomica brand, we can negotiate with many car manufacturers such as Fiat. This is a great result of merger (of Takara and Tomy)."

[DELTAprime]

Shogo Hasui interview on Masterpiece from April Figure-oh (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-interview-on-masterpiece-from-april-figure-oh-179419/)

very interesting read.

TFW needs to realise some of their readers are dyslexic. That article looks like a jumbled blob of letters to me, I'll have to cut and paste to make the spacing readable.:o

[liegeprime]

Thats why I'm hoping if we do a get a new MP Megatron it's either cartoon accurate robot mode with compromised alt mode or a tank alt mode. I'd actually love a MP IDW Megatron with one of his tankish alt modes.

I actually prefer they make a G2 Megs version instead, G1 gun altmode just brings a whole gamut of complications. From sizing issues to gun law problems...


Ditto, Like a fat kid on a cup cake

My imagination was giving me lots of vivid and very funny stuff right now hahahaha. ROFL

I do want a more solid MP 09 though, the previous one was a lot of panels pressed together held by tabs that don't lock well was just substandard IMO. Good thing I got mine for free, but I too would get one if they make a serious improvement and overhaul the whole figure... oh add to that fix that horrible hand with fingers that pops out and can't hold squat.


Shogo Hasui interview on Masterpiece from April Figure-oh (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/shogo-hasui-interview-on-masterpiece-from-april-figure-oh-179419/)

very interesting read.

yes thanks for the link, very interesting indeed!

[AJ_Prime]

Masterpiece combiners - *drool*

[5FDP]

^ This :cool:

(Only problem though it would cost an arm and a leg - no pun intended)

[drifand]

I agree. I think it will be really hard for Takara to do another 'gun' version of Megatron.

Besides it looks awful with the orange tip... I am glad my MP05 doesn't have it.

Wasn't the orange tip removable?

The thing is the two main countries Japan and Hong Kong don't have an issue with g1 format so they pretty much may make it for themselves.

[drifand]

^ This :cool:

(Only problem though it would cost an arm and a leg - no pun intended)

If is piece by piece it won't be that bad. The whole lot might post a cost issue.

[kup]

We have not seen real pics yet. They are all digibashes.

[5FDP]

If is piece by piece it won't be that bad. The whole lot might post a cost issue.

Then it becomes pricey with shipping (x5). Anyway, it's all speculative for now. I guess we'll have to wait and see. If it turns out like the recent combiner efforts, I'll probably pass anyway.

[drifand]

Then it becomes pricey with shipping (x5). Anyway, it's all speculative for now. I guess we'll have to wait and see. If it turns out like the recent combiner efforts, I'll probably pass anyway.

At a affordable cost for each though? I don't fancy spending over $300 at one shot and this is highly doubtful that it will be this price.

Who knows it may be a tru exclusive. I think we just have to wait.

[Sinnertwin]

At a affordable cost for each though? I don't fancy spending over $300 at one shot and this is highly doubtful that it will be this price.

Who knows it may be a tru exclusive. I think we just have to wait.


Price & Shipping on an item that Hasui hopes to be able to work on?...

[drifand]

Price & Shipping on an item that Hasui hopes to be able to work on?...

No idea, in honestly either way it would be making fans excited if it ever be made.

Seems like the only mp left is ultra magnus? I have heard nothing yet about that piece.

[UltraMarginal]

^ This :cool:

(Only problem though it would cost an arm and a leg - no pun intended)

not as much as any of the third party combiners surely.

[Sinnertwin]

I wouldn't mind seeing an optional sticker sheet that has the real world detailing on Wheeljack, instead of a half & half deco job like Smokescreen.
Yes, i'm sure Reprolabels will be salivating at the thought, but i'd still like something included that would cover both versions.

[kaiden]

Figure King magazine #194

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/FO19410_zpsd936c798.jpg

[Trent]

Figure King magazine #194

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/FO19410_zpsd936c798.jpg

Looking good Shaz!:)

[Bidoofdude]

Looks nice, but I'd have to see that green in some better pics to know whether I like it.

[liegeprime]

hmmm, is it just the angle of the page shot? Wheeljack looks a bit spindly... worried about how strong that ankle joints are, as it seems there is minimal support/connection between the feet and lower leg parts. I like the color scheme, though since they're not using light gimmicks for his earflaps, mebbe they should've just left it clear plastic instead - same used for light piping so when the light hits it, it simulates a light up gimmick of sorts. Hmmm, not much in terms of accessories on this figure though. I would've thought a set of astro wrenches or something hehehe

[Gofigure]

Looks slightly off but hoping it's just the angle. Body/torso look not right

Can't put my finger on it...

[theshape]

Alt mode is sick. Body looks a bit off due to white background i reckon

[gamblor916]

Looks really good. I also like how they managed to get Alitalia logos.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Perfect... Makes me want to break out Sega Rally!

[Lord_Zed]

Wheeljack looks good, the angle of the photo makes his arms look a bit low, but I think it's just the shot. I expect a certain amount of weird proportions in the chest anyway due to the nature of Wheeljacks transformation.

[griffin]

Please people - remember to mention the source of your news, by way of name or link (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=7477).

[MayzaPrime]

The MP line has really hit the target market... Well done Takara :D

[Hursticon]

God damn he's a thing of beauty! - The Masterpiece line is doing absolutely wondrous things at the moment. :eek::D

[Sinnertwin]

That alt mode is gorgeous :D

[drifand]

So no hand gun for this guy?

I think the paint makes him look a bit off in robot mode. In car mode he is awesome.

[Gouki]

Really not liking the legs in those Figure King pictures.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Hi-res images courtesy of Seibertron.com (http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/official-high-res-images-takara-tomy-transformers-masterpiece-mp20-wheeljack/29772/).

Dammit...I was gonna try and pass on this one, but he looks really good. Sorry budget.:(

[koolkollectibleskhai]

MP Wheeljack just looks incredible!!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg.html)


http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg.html)

[Bidoofdude]

MP Wheeljack just looks incredible!!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg.html)


http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg.html)

I have to agree. I'm completely sold on this. Screw Bumblebee, this guy is the stuff.

[Autocon]

OOOOHHHH that's so tempting!!!!! If you put his feet together like Optimus Primal, you can take him snowboarding:p

[Gofigure]

Another nerdgasm from me.....I'm speechless

[Penetrator]

his legs are definitely short with a longest torso

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-news-rumors/27408955d1387529026-mp20-masterpiece-wheeljack-wheeljack_electronic_kitbash_cartoon.jpg

[theshape]

I knew he would look good against a dark back ground

[griffin]

http://www.toycollectors.com.au/drool.jpg

[liegeprime]

So nice, although I wish the windshield was clear instead of the black. BUt then they'd prolly have to make car seat internal mould which is beyond budget, hehe. :p

[1AZRAEL1]

Having the windshield dark also obscures the screw we were all worried about that we could see.

[drifand]

It is good enough, I guess we will all have the "could look better, only if" but I think is good enough for me.

[gamblor916]

It may be a trick of the light but the 'wings' and the windscreen looks transparent to me. It's still very dark but it's not black.

[1AZRAEL1]

Yea the plastic still looks somewhat transparent, but should be able to avoid seeing the screw underneath the windshield.

[janda the red]

I think he looks awesome!

very glad I pre ordered as soon as I was given the chance by bbts :D

[Lint]

I'm especially impressed that they managed to keep the livery on the car. Great advertising for Alitalia :)

[Trent]

http://www.toycollectors.com.au/drool.jpg

Pretty much this^

That face sculpt is great. Wow. Lovin the MP line right now.

[Hursticon]

Pretty much this^

That face sculpt is great. Wow. Lovin the MP line right now.

3rded! :D:cool:

[kaiden]

Pretty much this^

That face sculpt is great. Wow. Lovin the MP line right now.

I still want light up ears

[MayzaPrime]

Loving those coloured shots :D:D:D:D:D

This is going to be a long wait :p

[Megatran]

Loving those coloured shots :D:D:D:D:D

This is going to be a long wait :p

I pre-ordered (& payed) MP Wheeljack with MP Bumblebee together from RK. Now that is a long wait. :eek:

[MayzaPrime]

I pre-ordered (& payed) MP Wheeljack with MP Bumblebee together from RK. Now that is a long wait. :eek:

I also pre-ordered them both from RK, they had the best price :D

[Gofigure]

I pre-ordered (& payed) MP Wheeljack with MP Bumblebee together from RK. Now that is a long wait. :eek:

I didn't know they were far off release? Brilliant

I thought it would be a way off yet ;)

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Didnt see this posted here yet, so here's some new pics of what presumably will be pics on the box art! The more they show of MP Wheeljack, the more awesome it looks!!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/19_zps0040e7da.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/19_zps0040e7da.jpg.html)

[Wheelie]

Wow, just keeps getting better

[drifand]

I don't understand why we need to keep seeing cars coming out of Optimus trailer as a standard of every box. lol (joking)

Would be fantastic if they start introducing Ultra Magnus on his trailer.:rolleyes:

[Sky Shadow]

I'll wait for a recolour - nothing about this deco really excites me.

[koolkollectibleskhai]

I'll wait for a recolour - nothing about this deco really excites me.

Really? Wow, the deco here is pretty much the thing that gets me excited! Matching the G1 cartoon deco - cant beat that! :)

[GoktimusPrime]

I don't understand why we need to keep seeing cars coming out of Optimus trailer as a standard of every box. lol (joking)

Would be fantastic if they start introducing Ultra Magnus on his trailer.:rolleyes:
Sure, as soon as someone invents time travel to allow TakaraTOMY to start photographing MP cars being loaded onto an MP Ultra Magnus that doesn't exist yet. ;) :p

[griffin]

I love the crisp, clean white of this figure... it makes it look so beautiful. The fact that they managed to replicate the original logos instead of something fictitiously similar, just makes this one even sweeter... especially when it ends up lining up with the other Gen1 Autobot Cars.

I just hate that they are teasing us so early with the images as if it is coming out next month (as these hobby magazines usually feature items in the next 4-6 weeks), because it doesn't come out until August (as noted in the scan above). That's a 4-5 month wait on this figure. :(

[Sinnertwin]

Really? Wow, the deco here is pretty much the thing that gets me excited! Matching the G1 cartoon deco - cant beat that! :)

I have to disagree with you there
This incarnation appears to borrow a lot more from his real life counterpart than his cartoon version




http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-news-rumors/27408955d1387529026-mp20-masterpiece-wheeljack-wheeljack_electronic_kitbash_cartoon.jpg





http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/15_zps1cd5f731.jpg.html)


http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/17_zps2a60da5c.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

Hasui-san is on the record saying he tried his best but ultimately decided upon vehicular mode accuracy of Bot mode accuracy, colour-wise, but IMO he's done an utterly fantastic job regardless to the point where I have literally no complaint. ;):)

[Trent]

Hasui-san is on the record saying he tried his best but ultimately decided upon vehicular mode accuracy of Bot mode accuracy, colour-wise, but IMO he's done an utterly fantastic job regardless to the point where I have literally no complaint. ;):)

Agreed. The way I look at it, the only issue isn't that the MP colour scheme differs from the cartoon, it's that the cartoon was coloured wrong. It should have looked like the MP ;)

[drifand]

Sure, as soon as someone invents time travel to allow TakaraTOMY to start photographing MP cars being loaded onto an MP Ultra Magnus that doesn't exist yet. ;) :p

Back in the old days, is not unusual to see a future product in a catalogue though. It makes you more excited as a kid that you be looking forward to it when it hits the shelves.

[GoktimusPrime]

Back in the old days, is not unusual to see a future product in a catalogue though.
Examples with links?

[Sky Shadow]

Examples with links?

Are you serious, Goki? Like... every year from 1984 to 1990?

[5FDP]

Examples with links?

Google is your friend (http://tfarchive.com/toys/catalogues/generationone_catalogues.php) :)

[Robzy]

Those catalogues were some of my favourite things when I was a kid (especially that 1985 one). I would stare at them for hours.

[GoktimusPrime]

I meant a catalogue that showed an existing toy interacting with a toy that didn't exist yet, as per the suggestion that current MP cars should be photographed interacting with the as-of-now non-existent MP Ultra Magnus.

So for example, the 1986 catalogue (http://tfarchive.com/toys/catalogues/generationone_catalogue/86a_catalog.jpg) showed Metroplex with the 1986 Mini Cars interacting with it. But at the time, both Metroplex and those Mini-Cars were in existence and available for retail purchase. I've only seen a concept silhouette of MP Magnus, not even any images of unpainted prototypes like MP Bumblebee. So currently the only larger vehicle that the MP cars can interact with is MP Convoy. So as a selling point it makes more sense to inform consumers that the MP cars are "reverse compatible" with the MP Convoy toy (thus enticing people who already own Convoy to consider purchasing the MP cars to play along with it). I think it would make more sense to show Ultra Magnus w/ the MP cars on the MP Ultra Magnus box itself (which I'm sure they will), then for any future MP car releases they can show the cars interacting w/ MP Magnus and/or Convoy. I don't quite see the logic of showing the cars interacting with Ultra Magnus now when the toy doesn't yet exist, and some of the more casual collectors of MPs (and they do exist) may not be necessarily aware that MP Ultra Magnus is down the pipeline. I personally cannot recall any TF catalogue that displayed toys interacting with another toy that didn't exist yet, like say the 1986 Autobot cars (pre-TM) interacting with say Fortress Maximus.

Some of the G1 catalogues would either use concept silhouettes or "stand in" figures for toys that didn't yet exist at the time that the catalogues were created, and often figures varied between the time that the catalogue was made and when the final toy was released (e.g. Bluestreak, Slag, Astrotrain etc.). The early 1988 catalogue showed approx. half the Pretenders in just silhouettes with "Coming Soon!" plastered across them. Many of the Micromaster playsets just show them with the original versions of the moulds that were eventually repainted for them (e.g. Ironworks is shown w/ Powertrain etc.), and some just featured entirely unrelated toys as stand-ins, e.g. Skystalker is shown w/ Roadhandler etc.

So when it comes to the suggestion that current promotional images of MP Wheeljack should show him interacting w/ MP Ultra Magnus... I'm not entirely sure where the precedent for this exists. Currently I've only seen an illustrated silhouette of the toy; not even any unpainted prototypes for Wheeljack to be displayed with. :confused:

If anyone knows of a specific example of a catalogue that shows a toy being showcased or interacting with a future toy that didn't yet exist at the time of that display, please let me know and I'll happily sit corrected.


Those catalogues were some of my favourite things when I was a kid (especially that 1985 one). I would stare at them for hours.
Ditto. I used to try and draw all of the toys from that catalogue too, which sometimes got interesting when I was trying to draw a toy that I hadn't yet seen IRL yet, so just based on squinting at those little catalogue photos for ages. ;) I initially thought that Repugnus was a major retool of Snarl (and drew him using the same basic body structure). :p

[Sky Shadow]

I meant a catalogue that showed an existing toy interacting with a toy that didn't exist yet

http://i.imgur.com/RLGm3wo.jpg%3F1

http://www.grayskullmuseum.com/conception/guetapens.htm

[drifand]

There were heaps in Japanese line of toys, unfortunately goki , you were not in my age when that was happening. Diaclone, takara toys such as dougram, takatoku toys such as Macross and orguss have shown toys developed but not released yet. In a kids point of view is "new" and not available.

Take it with grain of salt as shipping from Japan took a while before it would reach countries like Singapore.

I have no idea why the big deal suddenly.

The thing is ultra magnus does exist except is not completed thus why they cannot do such a thing yet. It is common sense. What I am referring is when they finish ultra magnus but have not officially released the toy and they print it in the catalogue and it would be a "coming soon" as indicated.

[drifand]

Oh yes, Skylanders they are an example of current and toys in their catalogue not released.

[Dinkydarth]

Guys, where is the best place to source MP wheeljack and bumblebee? Is there a group buy in sydney happening?

[drifand]

Guys, where is the best place to source MP wheeljack and bumblebee? Is there a group buy in sydney happening?

Thought most people here ready ordered theirs already, you are already late for wheeljack. I suggest you go grab a bee now if you still want at rrp.

Hobbysearch still has bee on pre-order, hlj as well. All pre-order group buys would be in the for sale section, not here. And they happened quite long ago, even before the images came out.

[Dinkydarth]

wow, super keen! thanks for the info anyway....

[drifand]

wow, super keen! thanks for the info anyway....

You can still pickup Wheeljack when the date of release is closer, I suggest sign up with hobbysearch and put it as wishlist so it notify you.

HLJ, normally will have some stock when closer to release date. You have to be on high alert to ensure you get one.

[GoktimusPrime]

Guys, where is the best place to source MP wheeljack and bumblebee? Is there a group buy in sydney happening?
I personally find Amazon Japan (http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B00HTYPE5G/ref=s9_simh_gw_p21_d7_i2?pf_rd_m=AN1VRQENFRJN5&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=01B20HZBVG6NV1YG0SNE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=155416469&pf_rd_i=489986) the best (and it comes with bonus content), but you need access to a Japanese address to use it. Otherwise I would also highly recommend HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/tkt80319/Sci). :) The main downside I find with HLJ is that their search engine is poor, you're better off actually Googling their inventory! :rolleyes:

[drifand]

I personally find Amazon Japan (http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B00HTYPE5G/ref=s9_simh_gw_p21_d7_i2?pf_rd_m=AN1VRQENFRJN5&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=01B20HZBVG6NV1YG0SNE&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=155416469&pf_rd_i=489986) the best (and it comes with bonus content), but you need access to a Japanese address to use it. Otherwise I would also highly recommend HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/tkt80319/Sci). :) The main downside I find with HLJ is that their search engine is poor, you're better off actually Googling their inventory! :rolleyes:

spot on for their search, I used to remember they had a notify me when item becomes available, then it got taken off.

They are not my first choice as they are always late in announcing their release and sometimes some of these hot items don't even get published on their main page. The one main issue I have is they do not have a page on Newest or pre-order items in each sub category making it so hard sometimes.

[1orion2many]

Try these people, My preferred internet source. Not the cheapest but excellent service http://www.ehobbybaseshop.com/?sp=&p=6&cat2=2&cat1=3&cat0=3&id=977&cat1=3&cat0=3&new=&more=&lang=en

[griffin]

Try these people, My preferred internet source. Not the cheapest but excellent service http://www.ehobbybaseshop.com/?sp=&p=6&cat2=2&cat1=3&cat0=3&id=977&cat1=3&cat0=3&new=&more=&lang=en

I use them all the time as well, since boycotting Robotkingdom. They are in Hong Kong like Robotkingdom, and are usually only within a couple dollars of RK's prices (because they have smaller stock and turnover).

The drawback is that you have to wait for a paypal invoice from them within a day or two after you place your order, but the good thing is that they have been known to limit order quantities to prevent scalpers from cleaning them out of high-demand items.

[drifand]

yup ehobby is great, ordered stuffed from them. I wished the hk stores were more the same prices as Japanese online stores, I would have picked them without any hesitation.

[Blastwave]

I use them all the time as well, since boycotting Robotkingdom. They are in Hong Kong like Robotkingdom, and are usually only within a couple dollars of RK's prices (because they have smaller stock and turnover).

The drawback is that you have to wait for a paypal invoice from them within a day or two after you place your order, but the good thing is that they have been known to limit order quantities to prevent scalpers from cleaning them out of high-demand items.

I've got mine on order with ehobby, just curious, why are you boycotting RK?

[kaiden]

I've got mine on order with ehobby, just curious, why are you boycotting RK?

poor service in everything. their postage is also not as cheap as it used to be - which was the one thing they had going for them before.

[Blastwave]

poor service in everything. their postage is also not as cheap as it used to be - which was the one thing they had going for them before.

Ah ok. The last think I got from RK was MP-13.

[koolkollectibleskhai]

poor service in everything. their postage is also not as cheap as it used to be - which was the one thing they had going for them before.

Strange, I find RK's service one of the best from retailers I've used. I always email and get responses from Daniel very quickly. When my new MP-9B knees broke, they sent me replacement joints with no problems. When I had other QC issues like minor paint app issues that I could mostly live with, I still told them and they gave me credit back straight away (eg. 5%-10% credit back).

Their shipping costs are a little higher, but I'm OK with that since they protect their items for shipping so well, and they always have the exclusive coins and accessories.

[griffin]

I stopped using them when they stopped replying to my emails when they sent a damaged item. (and before that, they were difficult to get an answer on things)

[GoktimusPrime]

I stopped using RobotKingdom when they stopped accepting credit cards and went to being PayPal exclusive, since I don't have or use PayPal.

[Robzy]

Strange, I find RK's service one of the best from retailers I've used.
+1

[drifand]

I stopped using RobotKingdom when they stopped accepting credit cards and went to being PayPal exclusive, since I don't have or use PayPal.

didn't know you are very anti Ebay and Paypal (same company actually)
But don't you find is getting harder as most stores are switching to Paypal?

It is bad as they charge very high exchange rates which is worse than normal credit card charges, a lot of people are blind and thought they are better off.

[koolkollectibleskhai]

didn't know you are very anti Ebay and Paypal (same company actually)
But don't you find is getting harder as most stores are switching to Paypal?

It is bad as they charge very high exchange rates which is worse than normal credit card charges, a lot of people are blind and thought they are better off.

Remember that PayPal gives you the option to simply use your credit card company's exchange rate, and not the PayPal rate. I agree the PayPal rate is very high, and the majority of times you will be better off using the option in PayPal to just use your credit card's rate, not theirs.

I actually like that they give you that option, but still provide the Buyer Protection that comes with using PayPal. Believe me, there are LOTS of collectors who have benefited from PayPal buyer protection when items are not received or not as described!

[GoktimusPrime]

But don't you find is getting harder as most stores are switching to Paypal?
Uuuhh... I buy almost all of my Transformers from real shops like Target, Big W, Kmart, Toys R Us etc.

It is bad as they charge very high exchange rates which is worse than normal credit card charges, a lot of people are blind and thought they are better off.
Then luckily I don't use it!

[yoshi594]

didn't know you are very anti Ebay and Paypal (same company actually)
But don't you find is getting harder as most stores are switching to Paypal?

It is bad as they charge very high exchange rates which is worse than normal credit card charges, a lot of people are blind and thought they are better off.

28degrees and one of the bankwest cards use the mastercard exchange rate. Best to get one of those in order not to get cheated by paypal or other exchange rate devourers. Also no foreign transaction fee either.

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Either way, enough about PayPal and credit cards!! How frickin AMAZING does MP Wheeljack look!!! Just look at that alt mode and transformation sequence!! YEAH!!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/20_zpsdf5564e5.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/20_zpsdf5564e5.jpg.html)


http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/21_zpsa376f6ef.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/21_zpsa376f6ef.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

Wow... Just wow... :eek:

Can anyone say that this figure is not a stunning achievement? - I mean just look at it! :eek::D

[Lord_Zed]

Wow... Just wow... :eek:

Can anyone say that this figure is not a stunning achievement? - I mean just look at it! :eek::D

The division between today's MP's and the regular transformers you can get from the local store is almost unfathomable these days, while they have dropped in quality and size the MP's at least have kept the same level of quality and continued to innovate as far as transformations go.

[FAPOS]

Mvreeeh!#@% I wasn't going to get any more TFs until MP Magnus... but this looks too good to pass up!

[5FDP]

Wish they could retool this into a MP Tracks like what they did with Generations. I want my MP Tracks!

[Trent]

Wish they could retool this into a MP Tracks like what they did with Generations. I want my MP Tracks!

Not sure if trolling or serious...

[5FDP]

Not sure if trolling or serious...

I'm serious that I want a MP Tracks but I know they couldn't retool this mold given that it's a licensed vehicle unlike the generic sports car of the Generations line. The Generations retool of Wheeljack into Tracks was a stroke of genius IMO.

I take it you're not a fan of Tracks?

[UltraMarginal]

didn't know you are very anti Ebay and Paypal (same company actually)
But don't you find is getting harder as most stores are switching to Paypal?

It is bad as they charge very high exchange rates which is worse than normal credit card charges, a lot of people are blind and thought they are better off.
your answer is below, I use my "Credit" Debit Card through paypal and it has a pretty competitive exchange rate.

Remember that PayPal gives you the option to simply use your credit card company's exchange rate, and not the PayPal rate. I agree the PayPal rate is very high, and the majority of times you will be better off using the option in PayPal to just use your credit card's rate, not theirs.

I actually like that they give you that option, but still provide the Buyer Protection that comes with using PayPal. Believe me, there are LOTS of collectors who have benefited from PayPal buyer protection when items are not received or not as described!


Back on topic, I am really digging this Wheeljack.

Wish they could retool this into a MP Tracks like what they did with Generations. I want my MP Tracks!

I do not want that at all.

Tracks should be a Corvette Stingray. especially in this line of toys.

[Gofigure]

this is quite stunning

MP line is a beautiful thing

[Sinnertwin]

Wish they could retool this into a MP Tracks like what they did with Generations. I want my MP Tracks!

I can see that happening from an engineering point of view
Obviously they're not going to paint the Stratos blue & tampograph flames on the bonnet being a Corvette, but the way they transform, like Sunstreaker is there: Legs at the front, arms tucked in at the back of the vehicle. Another approach would be how Jazz & the Datsuns similarly share the arms tucked in under the bonnet, legs at the rear configuration.

[UltraMarginal]

A Masterpiece Jazz would be my favourite toy of the decade. Hands down.

[Trent]

I'm serious that I want a MP Tracks but I know they couldn't retool this mold given that it's a licensed vehicle unlike the generic sports car of the Generations line. The Generations retool of Wheeljack into Tracks was a stroke of genius IMO.

I take it you're not a fan of Tracks?

Tracks is cool. I thought you meant that they should change colours, slap a different head on it and call it a day. But I misinterpreted :o

Anyway, the thing I am looking forward to the most with an MP Tracks is a licensed Corvette Stingray… with wings!:cool:

I will be supremely disappointed if they leave the half-arsed plane mode out :D

[Kranix]

A Masterpiece Jazz would be my favourite toy of the decade. Hands down.

Man, an MP JAZZ would make my year! :cool:

[kaiden]

I want an MP Astrotrain that can fit the Decepticon forces inside battling for leadership like in the movie >_>

[Hursticon]

I want an MP Astrotrain that can fit the Decepticon forces inside battling for leadership like in the movie >_>

To hell with weight burdens! :p

[griffin]

I wonder if it would be possible to have a collapsing panel-former (like a room divider (http://www.crosstownshadeandglass.com/wp-content/gallery/accordion-doors/hardwood-veneers.jpg) or one of those camping tents that spring up into a solid structure), that can be a giant-ish space-shuttle and train, but in-scale robot mode.
The Gari-Kun Robo (iceblock transformers) have some panels that fold up quite a bit to hide most of the flat-panel parts... you could have Astrotrain's abdomen or limbs constructed from a block of folded up panels that would create the walls of the shuttle mode.

[Hursticon]

Shogo Hasui has just whacked up a new pic of Jacky via Twitter (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/470854572924493824) :D:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BojPvT5IYAA2rejjpglarge_zps15f59644.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Hmm that shot suggests he's not the pure white of Prowl. A little disappointing but still looks good.

Actually the tweet says the colouring is still being adjusted i think.

[MayzaPrime]

Quality!!!!

I can't wait :D

[UltraMarginal]

Shogo Hasui has just whacked up a new pic of Jacky via Twitter (https://twitter.com/Hasui_TF/status/470854572924493824) :D:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BojPvT5IYAA2rejjpglarge_zps15f59644.jpg

drool:D

[Kranix]

Damn it, I was holding out thinking I wouldn't get this guy but that just looks so cool, I have to have it! I wonder if there are any cheap Pre-orders left for him...

[kaiden]

love the way he transforms. am anxiously waiting for him and a 3rd party led head :p

[Ultra Mackness]

This figure just looks cooler and cooler! Can't wait!

[drifand]

Looks better than Prowl from pics.

[nexusnixx]

Well done Takaratomy!!!

[Gofigure]

Man I love 2014 as much as I loved 1984!!!

[5FDP]

^ I love that pic :cool: :cool: :cool: It reminds me of my Wheeljack / Prowl G1 box art PC wallpaper I was using about 15 years ago.

[Kranix]

New Wheeljack Pics from TFW2005:

http://www.amiami.jp/blog/2014/06/toyshow2014_02/15.jpg

[Trent]

Lovin those red rims :cool:

[kaiden]

Lovin those red rims :cool:

love the bot mode. it just seems almost perfect.

[ons]

Wheeljack looks fantastic, looking forward to this figure!

[Hursticon]

Lovin those red rims :cool:


love the bot mode. it just seems almost perfect.

My thoughts & feelings exactly, good lord this thing has been well and truly knocked out of the park! :eek::D

[kurdt_the_goat]

These latest pics seems to suggest the feet design has changed a little bit?
Or it was previously mistransformed... or is it mistransformed here?
Either way, i like it, he no longer has floating heel syndrome! :D

http://i.imgur.com/nLv0T3c.jpg

Edit... and the front mirror is missing too? Gonna assume that's just a piece well have to be careful not to lose!

[1AZRAEL1]

Yea I had noticed that with the new pictures. Much better.

[Golden Phoenix]

These latest pics seems to suggest the feet design has changed a little bit?
Or it was previously mistransformed... or is it mistransformed here?
Either way, i like it, he no longer has floating heel syndrome! :D

http://i.imgur.com/nLv0T3c.jpg

Edit... and the front mirror is missing too? Gonna assume that's just a piece well have to be careful not to lose!

I think one of them is mistransformed. I am thinking it might be the new one that is incorrect.

The piece seems to fill in the gap between the feet when they join together in vehicle mode. It looks like it rotates down to form the base of the foot on a pin going from the white piece to the black base. There is also what looks like an ankle tilt joint visible in the previous shots.

If you look at the picture Husticon linked to a few weeks ago it is consistant with the official pictures

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BojPvT5IYAA2rejjpglarge_zps15f59644.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Now that i look at this other foot, i think you may be right - but mistransformed looks better to me! Maybe proper transformation gives him a bit more sideways motion at the ankle.

http://i.imgur.com/C0RtdZZ.jpg

The newer pic (on right) seems to have a mark just to the left of the black piece that touches the ground. On the older pic, you can see that mark is facing upwards. That seems to suggest that white piece rotates up (from touching the ground) to fill in the gap.

[Golden Phoenix]

Now that i look at this other foot, i think you may be right - but mistransformed looks better to me! Maybe proper transformation gives him a bit more sideways motion at the ankle.

http://i.imgur.com/C0RtdZZ.jpg

The newer pic (on right) seems to have a mark just to the left of the black piece that touches the ground. On the older pic, you can see that mark is facing upwards. That seems to suggest that white piece rotates up (from touching the ground) to fill in the gap.

Exactly (glad someone understood what I was saying).

Only nitpick thing I disagree with is that I think the piece rotates the other way. If you have it going clockwise 90°, it might clip the ankle joint, so it may go anti-clockwise and have to spin 270°. Unless the ankle can lift up higher as part of the transformation to give it clearance.
But it is the same result either way.

I agree that it looks better. I wonder if it has an effect on the stability though.

[kurdt_the_goat]

...so it may go anti-clockwise and have to spin 270°.

Aha, yep that makes a lot more sense!

[k.wong23]

Looks so beautiful. Can't wait!!

[DELTAprime]

All this speculation about an ankle. Talk about a bunch of nerds.:p:D

[Kapryiath]

not gonna lie, looks like its using the same shoulder mechanics as the lambo's goktimus prime isn't going to be a happy chappy :P

[Omega Metro]

Looks so beautiful. Can't wait!!

Yes, he has some beautiful feet that's for sure.;)

[kaiden]

not gonna lie, looks like its using the same shoulder mechanics as the lambo's goktimus prime isn't going to be a happy chappy :P

its not quite the same, the pin/hinge is vertical and on the back. until we get it in hand cant really tell how it locks in place.

it also hides the rear wheels so the cavity might have a way of locking those in to make the shoulders more secure.

[Hursticon]

Brand new pics of this glorious beasty, courtesy of TFW2005.com (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/masterpiece-wheeljack-official-photos-180429/):

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-01_1403244590_zpsc822b489.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-02_1403244590_zpsc0e5d3fc.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-06_1403244590_zpsbd786468.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-04_1403244590_zps4b2fa5c8.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-07_1403244590_zps59911afc.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-08_1403244590_zpsc5587c7a.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-03_1403244590_zps6d46a0bb.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-10_1403244590_zpsc108fb9a.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-09_1403244590_zps79708007.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/MP-21_Wheeljack-05_1403244590_zps4fc7b409.jpg

[Lordy]

Wow, he does look amazing! Love the detail in car mode, especially the wheels.

[Gofigure]

He's rad

[Tober]

I just got an email notification from Hobby Search saying that Wheeljack will be delayed from August until late September. :(

[Hursticon]

I just got an email notification from Hobby Search saying that Wheeljack will be delayed from August until late September. :(

AAAAWWWW!!!! :(:(:(

I anticipate receiving similar notification from HLJ. :/

[leej84]

says the item will ship on the 23rd of august on robotkingdom

[DELTAprime]

HLJ is still listing him for August.

[kaiden]

There better not be delays... otherwise Magnus might have the same difficulties come xmas.

[Sinnertwin]

Meh, if he's delayed, he's delayed. Not much i can do about it even if i wanted to anyway.

[Omega Metro]

Meh, if he's delayed, he's delayed. Not much i can do about it even if i wanted to anyway.

I'm not bothered either to be honest. More time to save up.
The QC department might be doing their job at last. Hence the delay.:D

[DELTAprime]

This just in. Seibertron (http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/takara-tomy-transformers-masterpiece-mp20-wheeljack-delayed-to-september/30890/) says he's delayed.

They are just reporting on Hobby Search tho, so I won't believe it till HLJ or BBTS confirm it.

[liegeprime]

I'm not bothered either to be honest. More time to save up.
The QC department might be doing their job at last. Hence the delay.:D

I'm hoping that is what causing the delay. means the figure comes out better and less frustrating for fans when we finally get the figure and it's not gonna break in 5 seconds the moment we fiddle with it. There are plenty of other toys anyways to keep me occupied hehehe.

[GoktimusPrime]

More time to save up.
^This. ;) Even with pre-order discounts, these toys really aren't cheap (although still loads better value than a full priced Voyager at AU RRP :p)

[Kranix]

That is very annoying! Puts me outside of the 45 day ebay dispute period after I only just pre-ordered and paid in full for Wheeljack :mad: Fingers crossed there are no issues...

[Omega Metro]

That is very annoying! Puts me outside of the 45 day ebay dispute period after I only just pre-ordered and paid in full for Wheeljack :mad: Fingers crossed there are no issues...

Good luck with that.;) I would never preorder anything with Ebay for that very reason.:confused:

[drahsrebu]

just received news from HLJ that they have yet to have confirmation of a delay.

[Dinkydarth]

well, if it's true, I'm going to have to cancel my ebay preorder.... will put me outside the 45 day case opening limit....

what are you going to do Kranix?

[millhouse]

well, if it's true, I'm going to have to cancel my ebay preorder.... will put me outside the 45 day case opening limit....

what are you going to do Kranix?

Just open a dispute on day 44. That buys another month for it to be resolved I believe.

For the 20% off price, take your chance with your seller if their rep is good. Shouldn't be a major issue.

[Dinkydarth]

thanks for the advice, yes I think that's what I'll end up doing... problem is; I've messaged the seller 3 times already, with no reply. They do seem to be reputable... close to 100% positive feedback and been around for 10 years....

worth the shot for $60AUD I guess.... just not sure where to get him from if I end up cancelling.

[millhouse]

thanks for the advice, yes I think that's what I'll end up doing... problem is; I've messaged the seller 3 times already, with no reply. They do seem to be reputable... close to 100% positive feedback and been around for 10 years....

worth the shot for $60AUD I guess.... just not sure where to get him from if I end up cancelling.

To be fair, if I was a seller, possibly with a language barrier, I'd probably be less than bothered about replying, depending on the volume of messages I get from buyers.

I would say you should be fine, but message the guy before you open a dispute, advising why, and that you're just doing it to protect your purchase. A little bit of politeness goes a long way.

[Dinkydarth]

yeah, I've been polite so far... just asking nicely about estimated postage times...

but you are right, being nice goes a long way... OK, gotta just be patient and wait, and not forget to open up the case late August.

[millhouse]

yeah, I've been polite so far... just asking nicely about estimated postage times...

but you are right, being nice goes a long way... OK, gotta just be patient and wait, and not forget to open up the case late August.

Oh, I don't doubt you're polite - more a case of if you have 10 people sending 30 messages about postage for an item that isn't due out for a month (before the delay), it's a lot of stuff you can't really do much about. :P

Even if you forget, if he's a reputable seller, you should be fine.

[Kranix]

well, if it's true, I'm going to have to cancel my ebay preorder.... will put me outside the 45 day case opening limit....

what are you going to do Kranix?

I think I'll do the 44 day/ PM thing if I am left with no other option.

[leej84]

yup i guess its worth a shot to give the seller a chance. if nothing is heard i will be doing the 44th day thing too

[griffin]

One of the recent Japanese Hobby magazines have Wheeljack listed as September, but no exact day.

[Hursticon]

just received news from HLJ that they have yet to have confirmation of a delay.

Huzaa! :D:D:D

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Bugger if the delay thing is true.
I was going to get him as a coming-back-to-Japan celebration in August.

[drifand]

Looks confirmed on delay. hlj updated the date of release.

[DELTAprime]

I didn't get a message from HLJ saying he was delayed. Oh well, looks like I've got a busy September with HLJ. 6 items coming out then.

[nexusnixx]

Release date is 20 Sep or 26 Sep

[Shirokaze]

Bummed that he's being delayed, but on the plus side I can just leave him in the private warehouse to combine shipping with Legends Rattle and Primal that arrive a month after. :)

[Lord_Zed]

History repeating, just like Prowl before him, this always seems to happen with Taktom MP's. Not that I mind, there's enough for me to pay of In August as is.

Now I wonder when next year MP Ultra Magnus will actually be released? ;)

[DELTAprime]

First look at his box, plus lots of other figures in boxes.

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/takara-tomy-transformers-legends-commanders-wave-1-plus-mp-wheeljack-aoe-nemesis-prime-and-more/30937/

[drifand]

So is that a second run sideswipe I see?

It appears a confirmation that the news release about reissues that the mp-10 was fake and so were starscream and others but sounds like sideswipe and red alert are real.

Wished we know more about reruns as it may save some of us from buying a overly expensive mp-10 at $400 currently

[kurdt_the_goat]

That release of Lambor is just for the TF EXPO

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

No Starscream reissue?:(

Bugger #2, I just recently decided to pick that up if it was being reissued.

[drifand]

That release of Lambor is just for the TF EXPO

Would have questioned why others are not present.
But if that's the case, looks down hill for reruns.

[drifand]

No Starscream reissue?:(

Bugger #2, I just recently decided to pick that up if it was being reissued.

Didn't you try ebay during their Sunday 20% promotion which brings price to under $150 delivered?

[griffin]

Would have questioned why others are not present.
But if that's the case, looks down hill for reruns.

Unfortunately it is just Lambor, and just a limited number (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=19035)... so probably won't affect the current ebay pricing.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Didn't you try ebay during their Sunday 20% promotion which brings price to under $150 delivered?I live in Osaka Japan - the language barrier makes setting up a Japanese account for online ordering tricky.
I'll just keep an eye out for second-hand/used bargains I guess.

[griffin]

Aren't you going to the Expo at all? Take a day off work, or go overnight on a weekend. I'd go if I was only like 3-4 hours away (on a bullet train).

[drifand]

I live in Osaka Japan - the language barrier makes setting up a Japanese account for online ordering tricky.
I'll just keep an eye out for second-hand/used bargains I guess.

My bad, not able to find any of those at cheaper deals?

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Aren't you going to the Expo at all? Take a day off work, or go overnight on a weekend. I'd go if I was only like 3-4 hours away (on a bullet train).Would that I could.:(
I'm currently back in Oz for a month-long annual see-the-family/get-medicines I-can't-get-in-Japan trip, which I can only really do during the summer (or winter here) holiday what with the time needed for paperwork - two countries' worth of bureaucracy...:rolleyes:
On the bright side, summer in Japan is pretty horrible, so it's nice to get away from that for the worst of it.
My bad, not able to find any of those at cheaper deals?Meh, I'll keep an eye out once I head back home to Osaka, and something will show up sooner or later.

[Ultra Mackness]

This guy is coming pretty close to being released - I've had him preordered for a long time but my excitement levels are rising! Only a few more weeks!

[drifand]

Like one month ?

[Ultra Mackness]

Only 25 days till RKs 20th September (listed) release date. So like a month, but a bit less :)

[kurdt_the_goat]

TFSource posted on Twitter (https://twitter.com/tfsource/status/503983942928982016) - he might have been moved up to the 9th Sep!

[drifand]

Have not gotten online shops update yet but would be nice I guess

[griffin]

TFSource posted on Twitter (https://twitter.com/tfsource/status/503983942928982016) - he might have been moved up to the 9th Sep!

10th September.
Stupid American dating system... ;)

(not that a day will make much of a distance)

[MayzaPrime]

10th September.
Stupid American dating system... ;)

(not that a day will make much of a distance)

With postage time hopefully I will get it before October otherwise I will be in Fiji when this arrives.

:( :D

[Hursticon]

10th September.
Stupid American dating system... ;)

(not that a day will make much of a distance)

:p:D

This week's 9 Network re-run (For the 30th time) of the TopGear episode which had a feature on Lancia (...and by extension the Stratos Italia ;)), only served to bolster my sizeable anticipation of this figure. :cool:

It remains practically the only Transformer I can discuss with a particular sibling in-which I don't receive criticism for being a Toy Collector. :rolleyes:

[Ultra Mackness]

Over at Seibertron they have a picture up of the MP Wheeljack coin:

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/takara-tomy-transformers-masterpiece-mp20-wheeljack-collector-coin/31189/

[kaiden]

Over at Seibertron they have a picture up of the MP Wheeljack coin:

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/takara-tomy-transformers-masterpiece-mp20-wheeljack-collector-coin/31189/

love it.

[UltraMarginal]

With postage time hopefully I will get it before October otherwise I will be in Fiji when this arrives.

:( :D

First World Problems:rolleyes::D

[lancalot]

mine just got posted ....wooohooo coming soon!!

[kaiden]

mine just got posted ....wooohooo coming soon!!

where did you order from?