Takara Masterpiece MP-25 Tracks

[Tober]

Fron a Japanese magazine scan

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/B-VncAiCEAAp6YK_1424489356_zpshhmptpo5.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/B-VncAiCEAAp6YK_1424489356_zpshhmptpo5.jpg.html)

[Pig's_A_King]

is this for real? Can't wait

[gamblor916]

I'll take a blue, black and red thanks.

[lancalot]

wow .... that looking good.... both mode looks awesome !!

[Bidoofdude]

Way too skinny.

[tinyJazz]

I think you mean way too fabulous. :p he looks fantastic!

[Jetfire in the sky]

I'll take a blue, black and red thanks.

Hell yeah!!

[drifand]

Just the blue for me. Couldn't care less about accuracy.

[Starscream77]

He does look a bit skinny but hopefully it's just the scan copy

[Robzy]

Wow. The best current TF line just keeps getting better.

[M-bot]

I think you mean way too fabulous. :p he looks fantastic!

I'm sure Tracks would agree with you;):p:)

I agree though, will be a great edition to the MP shelf (that is if there's any room left after UM gets up there...)

[griffin]

Just like the original... smaller and skinnier than the other Autobot car toys.

Still nice though.

[Zippo]

Looking great, can't wait to add him to the shelf.

[Night Hawke]

Awesome, can't wait!

[SharkyMcShark]

They have my attention

[Megatran]

What? Not a Decepticon? Nothing to see here. :p

(I wonder what 'bonus' accessory Tracks will come with?).

[ILikeSoundwave]

What? Not a Decepticon? Nothing to see here. :p

(I wonder what 'bonus' accessory Tracks will come with?).

Little Boombox Blaster hopefully!:)

[VERT]

Wow thats Great news. :D

[loophole]

Groovy, at this rate I won't need my G1 collection ;)

[reillyd]

Groovy, at this rate I won't need my G1 collection ;)

I'll take them of your hands then!

[WeallscreamforStarscream]

Verrrrrryyy COOOL!!

Hope his wings pop out too!

[Sinnertwin]

What? Not a Decepticon? Nothing to see here. :p

(I wonder what 'bonus' accessory Tracks will come with?).

a hairdryer

[VGMStudios]

Way too skinny.

Agreed! He needs to be a little thicker/wider for him to actually look good.
especially car mode. If supposed to be a corvette they arent that thin.

[Gofigure]

Yep all over this. Instant buy

Brilliant stuff. Love it already.

[theshape]

The masterpiece line is on the right Tracks :D

[Gofigure]

The masterpiece line is on the right Tracks :D

;)

[ampoldj]

Better reserve some space on the MP small box section after G2 Bumble ;)

[Magnus]

Looks good. I'd say it looks skinny because of a combination of the angle the figure was photographed from and the magazine scan.

I think the exclusive accessory will be a toy-accurate faceplate.

[Ultra Mackness]

Looks great! Loving this line!

[Bidoofdude]

The slimming of the body, apparently so Road Rage can be done better is a stupid sacrifice IMO. The accuracy of Tracks should come first, him being the toy being made and represented in the MP line.

[tootz_05]

So much for having budget this year! Any date on release? This year or next?

[BigTransformerTrev]

The slimming of the body, apparently so Road Rage can be done better is a stupid sacrifice IMO. The accuracy of Tracks should come first, him being the toy being made and represented in the MP line.

Agreed , though have always love Tracks both as a toy and a character so no way Im gonna bypass this!

[Omega Metro]

Don't think the pose in the pic does it any favours but will be a buy from me.

[liegeprime]

What? Not a Decepticon? Nothing to see here. :p

(I wonder what 'bonus' accessory Tracks will come with?).

Raoul ;)

[Ace]

He looks very generations-esque? Or too much detail?

[AJ_Prime]

This looks great! Can't wait. They're nailing the masterpiece figures.

[GoktimusPrime]

What? Not a Decepticon? Nothing to see here. :p

(I wonder what 'bonus' accessory Tracks will come with?).
I'd like to see a toy accurate faceplate.

The slimming of the body, apparently so Road Rage can be done better is a stupid sacrifice IMO. The accuracy of Tracks should come first, him being the toy being made and represented in the MP line.
I saw the real life vehicle on the road just recently... it's a pretty smallish and thin coupe. If the vehicle is going for more accurate vehicle proportions then that may be why the robot is thin too. And as griffin pointed out the original G1 toy was always the thinnest of the Diaclone cars. Also... men can be thin. It's not as if this toy has a distinctively feminine hour glass or pear shaped body. More like a male model, which suits his fabulous persona. ;)

[entourage7]

waiting for pre-orders, so bought

[entourage7]

The masterpiece line is on the right Tracks :D

:D Well said......

[VGMStudios]

As I said the Corvette isnt that thin. It may be small and but not that thin.

anyways preorders are up at BBTS.

[Defcon]

I saw the real life vehicle on the road just recently... it's a pretty smallish and thin coupe. If the vehicle is going for more accurate vehicle proportions then that may be why the robot is thin too. And as griffin pointed out the original G1 toy was always the thinnest of the Diaclone cars.

The vehicle is long and skinny, I agree the robot proportions are due to vehicle accuracy. This should hopefully mean Tracks should be about a head taller than the other Autobot cars. Looking at the G1 toy, as a robot he still looks quite broad not unlike Sideswipe. But of course the masterpiece Sideswipe appears to be a little wider. I would say a tall and lean proportions are very appropriate for Tracks. He just wouldn't look right otherwise. By the way he is lean not skinny :D

[janda the red]

Man... what awesome news to greet me on a Sunday morning! :D

Preordered :)

[kovert]

For someone who doesn't read Japanese, the exclamation marks really add to the feel of the advert. :)

[Deonasis]

Wasn't Tracks always taller and thinner? Looks fab.

[Sinnertwin]

BBTS have got preorders up. & not be outdone, TFSource have followed suit.


http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK12092&mode=retail
$79.99

http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-25-tracks/
$79.95

[Akky82]

I'll take a blue, black and red thanks.

Same! Can't wait to see more.

[griffin]

I'll take a blue, black and red thanks.

Don't forget yellow... as there was the Binaltech version done in yellow.
(can't have too many if it turns out to be an awesome toy :p )

[VGMStudios]

The "vehicle" as you ppl like to call it isnt as skinny as this MP.
its a little thicker. Not much but still.
his robot mode needs thicker legs at least.

http://www.flemingsultimategarage.com/galleria_images/1701/1701_main_f.jpg

ill drive this point until someone acknowledges me.

thicker.

http://www.transformers-universe.com/content/images/Imagemaps/G1Tracks_Map.jpg

[ITZTRU]

Geeze if it's not "thick" enough by your standards then don't buy it.

I have a problem with the wings being a bit long in robot mode. I'm still getting it though :rolleyes:

[VGMStudios]

Who said anything about not buying it? Hummm?
don't put words in my mouth.
Colored version?
https://thechosenprime.3dcartstores.com/thumbnail.asp?file=//assets/images/takara%20masterpiece/mp25/mp25-tracks-02.jpg&maxx=175&maxy=0

[ITZTRU]

Put words in your mouth? I'm looking for the part in my post where I said something along the lines of:

"VGM does not like the thickness of the alt mode and therefore, VGM will not buy the figure as a result."

Nope. Can't find anything like that anywhere. I do, however, see the words "if" and "then don't buy" quite prominently in my post - clearly a "suggestive" statement.

[griffin]

Chill people, and just enjoy the new toy(s). :)


Making an observation, based on personal preference doesn't mean they don't like it or wont' buy it... they just prefer that it would have been done differently if it were possible. (which it often isn't possible... but doesn't mean they can't comment on the good AND bad)
Just don't obsess too much about the bad (that can't be changed)... or else you'll have obsessed fanboys on your case. :p

[BigTransformerTrev]

Fron a Japanese magazine scan

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/B-VncAiCEAAp6YK_1424489356_zpshhmptpo5.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/B-VncAiCEAAp6YK_1424489356_zpshhmptpo5.jpg.html)

Remember - the first pics of MP Magnus made him look really top heavy and kinda fat. By the time we got the finished product he was very well proportioned. Hopefully the same will happen here, with Tracks bulking out a little before the final product is ready

[GoktimusPrime]

For someone who doesn't read Japanese, the exclamation marks really add to the feel of the advert. :)
It says, "The newest Masterpiece will be the beautiful warrior Tracks!!"

[Robzy]

Raoul ;)
Exactly what I was thinking.

As for the "he's too thin" comments. To me, the photo looks like Tracks is on an angle, so we see his side and his head is turned to face the camera. Even his waist looks twisted backwards... So, that could be what makes him look thin to some. I think he looks fine, but it's just a Teaser pic anyway. A front-on view might look different.

[Sinnertwin]

^ not the best digibash, but ok nonetheless

[loophole]

The "vehicle" as you ppl like to call it isnt as skinny as this MP.
its a little thicker. Not much but still.
his robot mode needs thicker legs at least.

http://www.flemingsultimategarage.com/galleria_images/1701/1701_main_f.jpg

ill drive this point until someone acknowledges me.

thicker.

http://www.transformers-universe.com/content/images/Imagemaps/G1Tracks_Map.jpg

Just to clarify this is where there might be some confusion do you mean thicker or wider or bigger overall in alt mode?
You might find to that the corvette isn't as big as a lot of people perceive them as they are actually not that big of a car in real life

[ITZTRU]

It's not the fact that people are arguing what they like or don't like about the figure. People do that all the time. I even just did it myself.

It's the "I'm gonna argue my point until someone agrees with me" part that gets to me?

Anyway, I'm done.

[VGMStudios]

No you obviously dont have to agree with any of the stuff that comes out of my mouth.
But acknowledgment would be nice then completely ignoing me.

and by thicker I meant a little bit..tiny even..wider.

dont get me wrong. I love the fact that they are making him. I will be buying it as he does look great!
It just the 1980s Corvette is my all time favorite car. So yes I will nit pick it if they dont get it perfect.
Sorry if that insults or is offensive to anyone. This is supposed to be a MP after all.
now I wonder of it will have the proper emblems on him.

peace!

[Hursticon]

Hehe, man this MP Tracks looks awesome! - I can't wait to see some pics of him taken with the other MP Autobot Cars for comparative reasons. ;):cool:

His deco is going to look superb too as I've always been a fan of his predominately Blue, Red & Yellow colour scheme, topped off by some White highlights and I definitely agree that he needs to come with Raoul & a G1/Diaclone toy-accurate faceplate too (Maybe even some glasses!). :D

I'm curious to see how his shoulder assembly works, as his backpack area looks somewhat gappy also, but as for his overall slimmer dimensions; I think it is way more in-tune with the character than what it seems to be given credit for, the angle & photo of this magazine page isn't helping things but I feel the present proportions look very much like a toned super-model - He's the Rick Martel of the Autobots. :p

Now, give us some photos of Flying-Car Mode and all will be well in the world! :D:cool:

[Sinnertwin]

LoL Rick Martel.
Boston Crab! Boston Crab!

[Megatran]

It says, "The newest Masterpiece will be the beautiful warrior Tracks!!"
Tracks nods in approval.

[5FDP]

As I've said (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showpost.php?p=153575&postcount=3) before (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showpost.php?p=337741&postcount=6), Tracks would be an absolute MUST buy for me :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:

<INSERT FANBOY SQUEAL!!!> :D

This is hands-down the best year for Transformers since 1984 ;) Totally makes up for all that Kreo, movie toy, Constructo Bot crap of the last couple of years.

[Bidoofdude]

Exactly what I was thinking.

As for the "he's too thin" comments. To me, the photo looks like Tracks is on an angle, so we see his side and his head is turned to face the camera. Even his waist looks twisted backwards... So, that could be what makes him look thin to some. I think he looks fine, but it's just a Teaser pic anyway. A front-on view might look different.

Hopefully, such is the case.

[Chevron Action Flash]

Pre-ordered. That pic was enough to sell me. I'm sure as more images come to light, Tracks will continue to get more awesome.

[drifand]

Accuracy mp thread? See?

Lol that's what I meant, next will be toon accurate or toy accurate.
Never ends.

I am just buying if it's blue and that's it.

[doublespy]

The angle of the toy photo is not complementary, but looks more to be the angle on the actual magazine page. Pretty sure we'll have cleaner scans later. I'm quite curious to see what Kobayash has to offer with his first full design since his return to the line.

Not my personal favorite but MP is the only line that I "collect" so I'm gonna buy it either way.:D

[Gofigure]

<INSERT FANBOY SQUEAL!!!> :D

This is hands-down the best year for Transformers since 1984 ;) Totally makes up for all that Kreo, movie toy, Constructo Bot crap of the last couple of years.

it feels very 1984. I loved 1984. I love MP to the point of addiction. Thanks Takara

[UltraMarginal]

Don't think the pose in the pic does it any favours but will be a buy from me.

same here, I'm not loving the preview pic but as others have said magnus looked better and better in the gradual release of photos we saw for him.

and it's the next masterpiece, there would have to be something really, really bad about it for me not to order it.

[Sinnertwin]

same here, I'm not loving the preview pic but as others have said magnus looked better and better in the gradual release of photos we saw for him.

and it's the next masterpiece, there would have to be something really, really bad about it for me not to order it.

Hironori Kobayashi... (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Hot_Rod_(G1)/toys#Masterpiece)
:p

[Kranix]

I am really looking forward to Tracks, only Autobot car I want more is Jazz. Its just a pity that we have to wait until the 3rd quarter this year at least to get in on this Tracks goodness.

[UltraMarginal]

Hironori Kobayashi... (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Hot_Rod_(G1)/toys#Masterpiece)
:p

that's a bit harsh don't you think?

I am yet to personally transform that toy but it sets out to achieve some pretty impressive things and from all accounts apart from some structural issues and being fiddly it does a good job.

and if it was really that crap it wouldn't be selling on eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Transformers-Masterpiece-MP-9-Rodimus-Convoy-Rodimus-Prime-/281512265911?pt=UK_ToysGames_ActionFigures_ActionF igures_JN&hash=item418b7048b7)for $320+$60 shipping still so many years after the fact.

I still regret skipping out on the 2nd Takara run when it was released.

[drifand]

Like I said, its in my want list, I cant be stuffed about what accuracy is it. Is just one more to cross off my list. Left Hound, Mirage, Jazz, ironhide and ratchet and I am done. Anything else is only a consideration.

[Tober]

Like I said, its in my want list, I cant be stuffed about what accuracy is it. Is just one more to cross off my list. Left Hound, Mirage, Jazz, ironhide and ratchet and I am done. Anything else is only a consideration.

Only the Diaclone cars? What about Windcharger, Gears, Cliffjumper etc?

[kurdt_the_goat]

My thoughts echo most by the looks of it - he looks a tad skinnier than i expected, and the wings a little too big, missiles too small, so he comes across a bit too stylised. Reminds me a little of God Ginrai and certain Gundam. I'm thinking the wings can probably be adjusted lower and they're only big so that his flying car mode doesn't look so silly.

I trust that the car will be dead on accurate to the model in the end (the picture is probably warping dimensions) so if he ends up a little skinny in robot mode, i doubt there's much that could be done.

The attention to detail is slavish again though, they've got a special piece to give the side of his waist the right shape, shin details are spot on, leg wheels at the back, upper shoulders are trapezoid etc. I also appreciate the flipping chest logo too, and the gaps won't be as obvious as Bumblebee, thanks to the darker blue. Will definitely be the definitive version once it's coloured!

edit: throwing my digibash into the mix!

http://i.imgur.com/KfR1Fwp.jpg

[MayzaPrime]

^

Looks great!!!

I am so happy for this MP release... Sure there could have been other characters that could have been MP-25 but we got Tracks and I am rather excited. :D

[Trent]

If they are continuing the licenced vehicle trend then the final proportions will be dictated by that. No car manufacturer grants a licence for something to look "almost" like their product.

[millhouse]

throwing my digibash into the mix!

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8564/16434165918_7a20d68d0c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r3eoYf)

Hope you don't mind me using it - I attempted (using Photoshop) to compensate for the curve of the document in the original photo. It might be a bit to narrow on the horizontal axis (and thus too skinny) but hey, figured someone might get an idea of it.

[hanprimus]

Wow Tracks is so sexy in blue, what a masterpiece.

[kurdt_the_goat]

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8564/16434165918_7a20d68d0c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r3eoYf)

Hope you don't mind me using it - I attempted (using Photoshop) to compensate for the curve of the document in the original photo. It might be a bit to narrow on the horizontal axis (and thus too skinny) but hey, figured someone might get an idea of it.

No worries, i should have done it in the first place :) Here it is again without the page background and slightly brighter too.

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

And with some others (click for larger):

http://i.imgur.com/8Zyl8qKl.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/8Zyl8qK.jpg)

[Starscream77]

No worries, i should have done it in the first place :) Here it is again without the page background and slightly brighter too.

http://i.imgur.com/GT5KuzH.jpg

Nice !
Needs more custom flames in alt mode :D

[millhouse]

No worries, i should have done it in the first place :) Here it is again without the page background and slightly brighter too.


Digging this!

[Bidoofdude]

Nice !
Needs more custom flames in alt mode :D

That is what the flames looked like in the cartoon though.

[5FDP]

Nice digibash kurdt :cool:

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Alt mode looks great, but still not sold on the bot mode.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I think it's the waist articulation being set off centre that's making it look so skinny. Check out this dodgy job animation showing it closer to the same angle as his chest.

http://i.imgur.com/zAtVEja.gif

[DELTAprime]

After thinking about it for a while I'm happy with this even if he's a little thinner than he looks in the cartoon. I do hope tho they go with a non-cartoon deco on the hood. When I think of Tracks car mode I think of the red and gold flames on the hood like the toy not the red only of the cartoon.

[Sinnertwin]

can you make his arms and legs move like that too, Kurdt? I wanna see a dancingTracks :D:p

[Mythirax]

can you make his arms and legs move like that too, Kurdt? I wanna see a dancingTracks :D:p

I would also enjoy this :D:D:D

[dirge]

Don't forget yellow... as there was the Binaltech version done in yellow.


Should do it as Emirate Xaaron. Seriously, compare the BT face to the Marvel character's. It's actually quite similar.

[5FDP]

"MP Tracks with NEW pelvic thrust ACTION to take down the evil DESTRONS."

I wanna see that in a BIO :D

[lancalot]

another pic of the protye at a slightly different pose
http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/%E9%9B%BB%E6%92%83hobby-2015%E5%B9%B44%E6%9C%88%E8%99%9F%EF%BC%9A-non-bandai%E7%8E%A9%E5%85%B7%E6%83%85%E5%A0%B1/

[Sinnertwin]

another pic of the protye at a slightly different pose
http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/%E9%9B%BB%E6%92%83hobby-2015%E5%B9%B44%E6%9C%88%E8%99%9F%EF%BC%9A-non-bandai%E7%8E%A9%E5%85%B7%E6%83%85%E5%A0%B1/

ooohhh, pretty...

[drifand]

Looks even better.

[TAAUBlaster]

Looking good!

[griffin]

Having the groin facing front-on definitely gives it more bulk... or at least, not as skinny as before.

[philby]

Having the groin facing front-on definitely gives it more bulk... or at least, not as skinny as before.

http://gifrific.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Cartoon-Character-Mutley-Laughing.gif

[5FDP]

another pic of the protye at a slightly different pose
http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/%E9%9B%BB%E6%92%83hobby-2015%E5%B9%B44%E6%9C%88%E8%99%9F%EF%BC%9A-non-bandai%E7%8E%A9%E5%85%B7%E6%83%85%E5%A0%B1/

Awesome!

*shakes head at clearly under-age girl with cat ears cartoon porn*

[High_Q]

MP Tracks looks less slender in the new pic, but still getting more of a Studio Ox vibe than the standard animation model.

[tangy]

so pumped for this MP - i might buy a couple

[kurdt_the_goat]

All Spark has higher quality scans of the first (http://www.allspark.com/content/2015/02/figure-king-205-transformers-scan/) and second (http://www.allspark.com/content/2015/02/dengeki-hobby-april-2015-transformers-scans/) pics now, and so i used one to make a clearer digibash:

http://i.imgur.com/B6aoWrC.jpg

I'm definitely sold on this MP if you can't tell :D

[TAAUBlaster]

That looks sweet!

[Lint]

Really hope the plastic (or paint :eek:) colours are as good as this digibash! :D

[drifand]

Really hope the plastic (or paint :eek:) colours are as good as this digibash! :D

You not wrong here, wheeljack was a slight let down on white and I assuming his wings are just moulded white plastic

Wheels are definitely not that fancy which is a shame

[tootz_05]

I second that! Might even get a couple!
All Spark has higher quality scans of the first (http://www.allspark.com/content/2015/02/figure-king-205-transformers-scan/) and second (http://www.allspark.com/content/2015/02/dengeki-hobby-april-2015-transformers-scans/) pics now, and so i used one to make a clearer digibash:

http://i.imgur.com/B6aoWrC.jpg

I'm definitely sold on this MP if you can't tell :D

[Barrel05]

Looking forward to a Road Rage repaint

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Looking forward to a Road Rage repaint

Yep me too! I use the repaints to leave as the alt mode versions of the main cast.

[ampoldj]

Can anyone do the Road Rage digi bash version to help us visualize ;)

[Bidoofdude]

It looks decent. Not my cup of tea though.

[5FDP]

Man... I can't wait for this thing and you're not helping matters kurdt :( :p

[Sinnertwin]

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w661/sinnertwinsphotos/11043004_988703277808231_7569470649346596559_n_zps 9edfpevk.jpg (http://s1335.photobucket.com/user/sinnertwinsphotos/media/11043004_988703277808231_7569470649346596559_n_zps 9edfpevk.jpg.html)

c/o Cybergeeks

[kurdt_the_goat]

My deco was pretty close! Just tiny differences in the end. Nice that he has tail fins!

[Robzy]

Love it!!

[Tober]

Nice exclusives. :)

I wonder how hollow it will look from behind tho. Those gaps in the side are quite visible too... :o

[Tober]

And this is what it looks like if you stretch out the image so the wheels look round...

Thanks to EXO of the MacrossWorld forums.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/tracks_zpsgyf7suos.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/tracks_zpsgyf7suos.jpg.html)

[Krayt]

NONONONONO!!!!!

Where's his (toy) Gun!!!!

[Defcon]

Don't forget the toy missiles also seem to be absent ;) maybe these things will show up in the inevitable repaint.

[bassbot]

Oh heck yeah. Was more excited for what's to come after Tracks.. but this! Nice!

[5FDP]

Tracks is looking better and better. Lovin' those accessories. It'll make a nice Fathers Day gift to myself :D

[TAAUBlaster]

He keeps looking better and better! Hopefully the preorders start opening up soon :D

[drifand]

I am curious if the stand is a common accessory to it or an exclusive item to the HK mps.

[Kranix]

Tracks looks amazing and the accessories are really cool, especially that mini blaster!

[Smint]

Don't forget the toy missiles also seem to be absent ;) maybe these things will show up in the inevitable repaint.

Or amazon exclusive :rolleyes:

Travesty that we're paying a premium price for incomplete figures like the Datsuns.

[DELTAprime]

So now that we know Tracks is not MP-25 and there is going to another toy getting that number is it safe to assume Tracks is MP-26?

[megatren]

Its now in robot kingdom pre-order ($56.9) as MP25. I wonder if they will still change the MP number.

[GoktimusPrime]

I am curious if the stand is a common accessory to it or an exclusive item to the HK mps.

Or amazon exclusive :rolleyes:
There's nothing in the Japanese text that says that the accessories are exclusive to anything. It just states them as bonus items... so, judging just from the blurb in this current image, they may be standard accessories.

Don't quote me on this just yet though... :o

[spiderken17]

Sorry if I missed something, Tracks isn't MP 25?

[Starscream77]

Sorry if I missed something, Tracks isn't MP 25?

See Griffins toy fair update mate

[Magnus]

Is that the official colour scheme/paint map, or another digibash? Previously there's been a gap of a few months between the first official prototype pictures and pictures of painted figures.

[Tober]

Is that the official colour scheme/paint map, or another digibash? Previously there's been a gap of a few months between the first official prototype pictures and pictures of painted figures.

Yes, I believe so.

It's not unheard of for solicitations to use 'digibashes' or color-corrected photos.

[VGMStudios]

He keeps looking better and better! Hopefully the preorders start opening up soon :D

They are open. There are a few places that are accepting orders. :)

[5FDP]

Went to preorder but after reading the Toy Fair news, I might wait until they arrive locally. That way I can also pay cash so the wife is none the wiser :D

Also realised that I haven't ordered anything from RK since they switched to an account login system :o

[drifand]

Not really open, main jp stores are not release atm

[ampoldj]

Went to preorder but after reading the Toy Fair news, I might wait until they arrive locally. That way I can also pay cash so the wife is none the wiser :D

Also realised that I haven't ordered anything from RK since they switched to an account login system :o

Well there is now high possibility we can get this locally ever since Wheeljack came our shores and Price is not that too far with the prices online with the MP cars...

[drifand]

If you say so, I find paying under $75 is worth it

[megatren]

<Aud$75 with shipping would be worth it. Let me know if you can find one and I will also get one.

[drifand]

Most jp stores would end up $75 or below, I have not paid any above for car mp.

[Lord_Zed]

It doesn't look like Raoul's articulated but given how limited the detail on Spike and Daniel are, this might be a good thing, if the sculpting and paint are half decent.

Maybe they could make a whole line of blind packed non articulated Transformers human buddies figurines. That would be kinda cool if they were cheap gashapon style.

[drifand]

I have actually not bothered to display and humans on my shelf. Sadly I think they fall so I left it in my box.

[millhouse]

I have actually not bothered to display and humans on my shelf. Sadly I think they fall so I left it in my box.

I stick 'em in the cab and be done with 'em.

[Nevac]

I stick 'em in the cab and be done with 'em.

I keep Spike and Daniel in Magnus's butt.

Not sure how I feel about Tracks I was hoping for more S1 chars like Hound or Jazz but I guess the Corvette is a neat 80's car and he is one of the more recognizable S2 chars. The color pic does look good and his proportions are pretty neat too.

[Jazzman]

I keep Spike and Daniel in Magnus's butt.

Not sure how I feel about Tracks I was hoping for more S1 chars like Hound or Jazz but I guess the Corvette is a neat 80's car and he is one of the more recognizable S2 chars. The color pic does look good and his proportions are pretty neat too.

When Hound and Jazz are released I'll be doing the happy dance!!! We've been waiting 31 years now for MP quality versions... :D Tracks is going to be freakin' awesome though... my pre-order is in haha

[Lord_Zed]

I have actually not bothered to display and humans on my shelf. Sadly I think they fall so I left it in my box.

Me too because so far the humans have friggin sucked, that's why a fixed pose molded figure with a base might actually be an improvement.

[Cleon]

Looks like the pre-orders are coming up:

http://www.anime-export.com/product/24333

[Sinnertwin]

come on HLJ

[Kranix]

I've never even pre ordered before so I've got no idea who I should order through, I am thinking HLJ are best for us Aussies?

[Lint]

I've never even pre ordered before so I've got no idea who I should order through, I am thinking HLJ are best for us Aussies?

Despite that time they didn't fulfill my preorder HLJ are still probably the most reliable. Some of the other japanese online stores are cheaper but will sell out very quickly.

[Deonasis]

Despite that time they didn't fulfill my preorder HLJ are still probably the most reliable. Some of the other japanese online stores are cheaper but will sell out very quickly.I cannot navigate the HLJ site. Anytime i find Transformers it is just luck.

[Sinnertwin]

I cannot navigate the HLJ site. Anytime i find Transformers it is just luck.

tell me about it.
Sometimes i give up and just google hlj mp xx

[Megatran]

Robotkingdom (http://www.robotkingdom.com/tftrmp25.html)

Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/product_info.php?products_id=2321&osCsid=h21dgcmbbq2v74l2htkc2it8m4)

Anime Export (http://www.anime-export.com/product/24333)

TFsource with Coin (http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-25-tracks-coin/). Without Coin (http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-25-tracks/).

BBTS with Coin (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK12096&mode=retail). Without Coin (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK12092&mode=retail).

[Cleon]

tell me about it.
Sometimes i give up and just google hlj mp xx

Best way to go about it. Don't even bother with hlj's own search function

[Omega Metro]

Best way to go about it. Don't even bother with hlj's own search function

I find HLJ irritating to search for things. Preordered Tracks from Anime Export. First I have ever used them so hopefully no problems.:o

[Cleon]

I find HLJ irritating to search for things. Preordered Tracks from Anime Export. First I have ever used them so hopefully no problems.:o

You and me both haha (have g2 bumblebee and tracks on preorder at AE)

[drifand]

tell me about it.
Sometimes i give up and just google hlj mp xx

Their site is horrid, there isn't a new items page. Gave numerous feedback but they refused to listen .

Anyway most of the time, mps are hardly sold out.

[Robzy]

I've had nothing but trouble with HLJ.

[Blastwave]

Do anime Export get the coin and exclusive accessories?

[drifand]

Do anime Export get the coin and exclusive accessories?

No coin no exclusive unless indicated

[Tober]

Do anime Export get the coin and exclusive accessories?

No coin or Amazon exclusives.

I don't think the stand, Broadblast and Raoul are exclusives tho.

[Blastwave]

Ok thanks :)

[Kranix]

With HLJ I just click on the series menu and they have a sub menu for Transformers masterpiece.

[tangy]

preordered with Anime Export!

[drifand]

Heads up shipping is over 2,500 yen on average!
That's a bit way more than the normal under 1,000 yen I pay for each of the mp cars.

Considering to use local for this one as it is cheaper.

[tinyJazz]

Tracks is up at HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/TKT83175/Sci). ¥6,000

I just keep the TF MP section bookmarked so I don't have to search.
I've never had a problem with them but I think their handling of the Takara girls was poor, they stuffed around a lot of people.

[Tober]

New pics from e-Hobby.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/1_000000002825_1426089026_zps1h8knhx5.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/1_000000002825_1426089026_zps1h8knhx5.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/2_000000002825_1426089026_zpsremtc3ev.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/2_000000002825_1426089026_zpsremtc3ev.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/3_000000002825_1426089026_zpsyfi6i4na.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/3_000000002825_1426089026_zpsyfi6i4na.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/4_000000002825_1426089026_zpsvglm8zvc.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/4_000000002825_1426089026_zpsvglm8zvc.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/5_000000002825_1426089026_zpsf80xv1dp.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/5_000000002825_1426089026_zpsf80xv1dp.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/6_000000002825_1426089026_zpsocjqfx4k.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/6_000000002825_1426089026_zpsocjqfx4k.jpg.html)

[drifand]

FYI, premium collect is the cheapest delivered.

Bought 3 for free shipping and split within two of my mates, so it became $69.90 each. :)

Hopefully they do not screw up with orders but I think if that happens I will hunt one elsewhere down the road.

What brought up the cost was the shipping. the stand is probably the main culprit, and sadly I don't think I be using the stand much at all.

Love the pics above btw.

[DaptoDog]

I have pre ordered from Nippon-Yasan a number of times. Their shipping quote is double that of the MP cars available to buy now on their website (Eg Bluestreak and Smokescreen) and ones I have on pre order like Exhaust. Anyone had a response from them on this? I'm going to call them when they open today.

[drifand]

I have pre ordered from Nippon-Yasan a number of times. Their shipping quote is double that of the MP cars available to buy now on their website (Eg Bluestreak and Smokescreen) and ones I have on pre order like Exhaust. Anyone had a response from them on this? I'm going to call them when they open today.

which is why I dropped NY, I was shocked, and is probably due to the stand but I can't figure a 100% increase in shipping.

If you work it out, at cheapest is $85 minimum depending on Aussie dollar.
You go premium collect now is $69.90 +$10 and with tracking. You can't go wrong. and because normally NY has the cheapest shipping options, I am confident to say AE won't be any much cheaper.

I ordered 3, making my shipping free.

[Smint]

He looks great. A display stand is always an excellent accessory for masterpieces. I want more stuff like that. But too bad they couldn't give him a bigger gun.

$85 shipped from Nippon Yasan using the cheapest air mail option. They are the cheapest option for me but given my recent issue with them i'm not going back. I think i might have to give this a miss given the weak AUD now and no cheaper alternative place to order him from.

EDIT: Just read your post drifand. Thanks for the tip. Will check them out.

[drifand]

He looks great. A display stand is always an excellent accessory for masterpieces. I want more stuff like that. But too bad they couldn't give him a bigger gun.

$85 shipped from Nippon Yasan using the cheapest air mail option. They are the cheapest option for me but given my recent issue with them i'm not going back. I think i might have to give this a miss given the weak AUD now and no cheaper alternative place to order him from.

premium collect, order now before sold out, is already their second order run.

[Hursticon]

Tracks is up at HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/TKT83175/Sci). ¥6,000

Too right he is! :D

STL beat Drahsrebu, for a change :p, in getting the word out to Aussie Twitterers - But just look at this Suave Bastard! :cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/B_2yXtrWwAAhgyp.jpg%20large_zpsucvpepyi.jpg~origin al

[Blastwave]

which is why I dropped NY, I was shocked, and is probably due to the stand but I can't figure a 100% increase in shipping.

If you work it out, at cheapest is $85 minimum depending on Aussie dollar.
You go premium collect now is $69.90 +$10 and with tracking. You can't go wrong. and because normally NY has the cheapest shipping options, I am confident to say AE won't be any much cheaper.

I ordered 3, making my shipping free.

Thanks Drifand, just ordered from Premium Collect. Now to sit back, wait and hope there are no production delays!

[spiderken17]

Thanks Drifand, just ordered from Premium Collect. Now to sit back, wait and hope there are no production delays!

Ordered mine from there as well. They seem to have the best price in Aus.

[drifand]

Ordered mine from there as well. They seem to have the best price in Aus.

I think so even I regretted not ordering my mp-10 through them.
I have emailed them and they seem to be very quick on responses too.

Is better if for those who know each other just gang up and order and get free shipping above 3 units. < you seriously wont go wrong there, I think its even the cheapest on the web.

[Cleon]

Awesome new pictures, have certainly put to rest some of my queries (being too skinny).

And would it kill Takara Tomy's bottom line to colour in some eyes for the human figures.......

[DaptoDog]

which is why I dropped NY, I was shocked, and is probably due to the stand but I can't figure a 100% increase in shipping.

If you work it out, at cheapest is $85 minimum depending on Aussie dollar.
You go premium collect now is $69.90 +$10 and with tracking. You can't go wrong. and because normally NY has the cheapest shipping options, I am confident to say AE won't be any much cheaper.

I ordered 3, making my shipping free.

That is a very good price. But I'm not comfortable paying up front for something that's more than 6 months away from release. Not much to fall back on if something goes amiss given the delay in receiving it from paying.

I've preordered two from HLJ. Will probably come out to about 7,500 Yen each shipped, so at current exchange rate it's about $81. And the beauty is I don't have to pay anything until it's ready to be shipped.

For what it's worth I just gave Nippon-Yasan a call. They said the shipping cost is higher because it's a larger box than the other car bots. I said there is no way it's going to cost double ship. I recently pre-ordered the Unite Warriors Superion which was still slightly cheaper to ship than Tracks! I told them I've had to pre order from HLJ instead.

[drifand]

That is a very good price. But I'm not comfortable paying up front for something that's more than 6 months away from release. Not much to fall back on if something goes amiss given the delay in receiving it from paying.

I've preordered two from HLJ. Will probably come out to about 7,500 Yen each shipped, so at current exchange rate it's about $81. And the beauty is I don't have to pay anything until it's ready to be shipped.

For what it's worth I just gave Nippon-Yasan a call. They said the shipping cost is higher because it's a larger box than the other car bots. I said there is no way it's going to cost double ship. I recently pre-ordered the Unite Warriors Superion which was still slightly cheaper to ship than Tracks! I told them I've had to pre order from HLJ instead.

good feedback > regarding NY shipping

I was hesitating on ny and kept looking at shipping cost and said "no way"
My normal shipping cost for any mp car from them was as low as 700 yen-1200 yen for ems. I cannot see how a plastic stand bring the cost up by 1,500 yen increase at least.

Yes/No about HLJ or NY pay later policy. NY is better as you choose to pay when the rates are good.

The down side of hlj is you are stuck if the rates are crap by that time.
All calculated risk, its my first time ordering from premium collect.
I cannot says its guaranteed, but Tracks isn't a big deal breaker for me if they stuff up. I am taking the gamble to see how it pens out.

NY has became a bit more greedy imo, sometimes I think they should just abolish all the discount crap and offer good prices like they used to is better.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Closeup of the face from digitamin (http://item.rakuten.co.jp/digitamin/x833/).
They also list the box size: W440×H290×D110mm compared to the other MP cars which are W210×H147×D70mm; that's considerably bigger.. the stand must be pretty big!

http://i.imgur.com/RABv1P4.jpg

And bigger pics all round from amiami (http://www.amiami.jp/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-010585&affid=fc)

http://i.imgur.com/ChlDb3S.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/TPKveGG.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/qagA3YC.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pCQgxlM.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/RI9NMGJ.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/WoVhrqc.jpg

[DaptoDog]

[QUOTE=kurdt_the_goat;462209]Closeup of the face from digitamin (http://item.rakuten.co.jp/digitamin/x833/).
They also list the box size: W440×H290×D110mm compared to the other MP cars which are W210×H147×D70mm; that's considerably bigger.. the stand must be pretty big!

Gee wiz, that's going to be a huge box. Why is Takara going the way of Hasbro and oversizing the box for this car (ala Hasbro MP Prowl)? Surely the stand is not that big????

So maybe Nippon-Yasan isn't grossly overcharging here? Makes me a little concerned about my HLJ pre-order since they charge 6,000 Yen each compared to 5,380 Yen each at NY. If the shipping is the same at HLJ then it would be better off to order from NY for those that wish to import.

[Trent]

HLJ = Never a problem

NY = been screwed around more than once.

So I'm willing to pay a little more.

Also, I'm not a fan of the stand. But it keeps up the tradition of getting a stand with every TF that has a flight capable alt mode.

[Sharky]

that is one nice looking transformer

[drifand]

HLJ = Never a problem

NY = been screwed around more than once.

So I'm willing to pay a little more.

Also, I'm not a fan of the stand. But it keeps up the tradition of getting a stand with every TF that has a flight capable alt mode.

except for Skywarp exclusively without. lol

[UltraMarginal]

that is one nice looking transformer

Yep, and I'm looking forward to having him in flight mode above the other car bots, using his new shiny stand.

[Smint]

Very disappointed with NY. I've pre-ordered from them numerous times and they refused to help me out when my MP UM came with a hole in the box. Which was their fault for not packing it in the box properly.

I'm also not comfortable paying upfront 6 months ahead but not willing to take a gamble with the postage cost with HLJ.

Great price from PC so i shall go with them.

[DaptoDog]

HLJ = Never a problem

NY = been screwed around more than once.

So I'm willing to pay a little more.

Also, I'm not a fan of the stand. But it keeps up the tradition of getting a stand with every TF that has a flight capable alt mode.

Thanks for the feedback. I've got a number of Masterpiece pre orders with NY but due to the long lead time with these things I have yet to receive anything from them yet. I've found their responses to my inquiries pretty prompt and decent though.

I think I'll leave it on with HLJ. At least I can compare the service since I've never purchased anything from them either.

[TAAUBlaster]

good feedback > regarding NY shipping

The down side of hlj is you are stuck if the rates are crap by that time.
All calculated risk, its my first time ordering from premium collect.
I cannot says its guaranteed, but Tracks isn't a big deal breaker for me if they stuff up. I am taking the gamble to see how it pens out.


I transfer yen into my Paypal balance when the rates are good - to combat if they tank before release. That way by the time it comes to pay for HLJ, I'm paying in Yen directly, and at a (usually) better rate. Its still a gamble if the yen rate gets better again before release, but then I just add more to my Paypal balance anyway at the better rate. With the amount of stuff coming out this year (and future masterpieces) it's handy to have a little extra available anyway. And honestly, the way the AUD is going these days - my feeling is there's probably not going to be much in the way of major beneficial fluctuation in Yen or USD in the future.

[Cleon]

I transfer yen into my Paypal balance when the rates are good - to combat if they tank before release. That way by the time it comes to pay for HLJ, I'm paying in Yen directly, and at a (usually) better rate. Its still a gamble if the yen rate gets better again before release, but then I just add more to my Paypal balance anyway at the better rate. With the amount of stuff coming out this year (and future masterpieces) it's handy to have a little extra available anyway. And honestly, the way the AUD is going these days - my feeling is there's probably not going to be much in the way of major beneficial fluctuation in Yen or USD in the future.

Just out of curiosity, what's been your experience with exchange rates doing that? Whenever I pay via credit card through paypal in AUD, the exchange rates Paypal gives have been shocking, like what I'd get trying to exchange money over the counter at a bank (for example: Yen was at approx 93-94 per RBA, Paypal gave me 89).

Doing what you're doing, do you get a better exchange rate than you would on a transaction through paypal? or is it the same as what I experience above? (but you obviously get that security of having locked in your exchange rate)

[TAAUBlaster]

Just out of curiosity, what's been your experience with exchange rates doing that? Whenever I pay via credit card through paypal in AUD, the exchange rates Paypal gives have been shocking, like what I'd get trying to exchange money over the counter at a bank (for example: Yen was at approx 93-94 per RBA, Paypal gave me 89).

Doing what you're doing, do you get a better exchange rate than you would on a transaction through paypal? or is it the same as what I experience above? (but you obviously get that security of having locked in your exchange rate)

Usually, I'll add funds to my AUD balance from my linked bank account and then do the currency conversion inside Paypal from my AUD balance. I've always found the rates pretty good. For example today, Paypal is converting at 89 yen to the AUD (whereas ANZ is only converting at 87 yen to buy cash over the counter.) Even though Paypal might not always be on top, their rates are usually pretty good in my experience.
The other thing is, you can't use things like the RBA website or XE to gauge foreign exchange rates. Their rates are a "market rate" which is always higher than a purchase rate. So no matter how you buy, the purchase rate will always be a little bit lower than the RBA or XE sites.

I think with credit card payments, Paypal gets 2 fees from you. The exchange rate fee (which is factored into their rate) and their credit card fee. But I'm not 100% sure on that.

[drifand]

So any complains from the close ups?

I am okay with it, I think my only complain is the stand brought up the shipping cost way up which I won't be using anyway.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I think it looks magnificent, as good as it could be. I'd add "within the constraints of transformation" but frankly, it looks so good that's it's as if there were no constraints. I think i'll be accepting offers on my Henkei Tracks soon :p

[Cleon]

Usually, I'll add funds to my AUD balance from my linked bank account and then do the currency conversion inside Paypal from my AUD balance. I've always found the rates pretty good. For example today, Paypal is converting at 89 yen to the AUD (whereas ANZ is only converting at 87 yen to buy cash over the counter.) Even though Paypal might not always be on top, their rates are usually pretty good in my experience.
The other thing is, you can't use things like the RBA website or XE to gauge foreign exchange rates. Their rates are a "market rate" which is always higher than a purchase rate. So no matter how you buy, the purchase rate will always be a little bit lower than the RBA or XE sites.

I think with credit card payments, Paypal gets 2 fees from you. The exchange rate fee (which is factored into their rate) and their credit card fee. But I'm not 100% sure on that.

Ah I see. Fair enough. Not sure if this would change what you're doing (and I'm not sure if you're already across this), but from my experience 28 degrees mastercard card is very good with exchange rates (using my example above, I got 92.something when I pre-ordered Tracks through Paypal using the card, no fee involved from either company), in case there's something you want now and want a better exchange rate/save your cash reserves :)

[Smint]

Ah I see. Fair enough. Not sure if this would change what you're doing (and I'm not sure if you're already across this), but from my experience 28 degrees mastercard card is very good with exchange rates (using my example above, I got 92.something when I pre-ordered Tracks through Paypal using the card, no fee involved from either company), in case there's something you want now and want a better exchange rate/save your cash reserves :)

This is what i normally use for purchases in foreign currency. It's a meant to be a travel card so one benefit is no international transaction fees and it also uses mastercard exchange rate.

Link the card to your Paypal account and then at paypal checkout choose to pay in foreign currency instead of using Paypal's rip off rates. It will then use the card's exchange rate.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I know everyone buys lots and so it can add up quickly, but seriously just don't buy a coffee or something one day and forget about all the exchange rate and who to preorder with crap!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm4_Fd3whbU

Half of the threads on here are turning into "where are you getting it from/what are you paying/oh that's good/oh that's bad/i'm getting it from here/i'm getting it from there!"

[Paulbot]

That's funny, I'm also getting it from there. :P

I don't really like the new pics, but it's just the angle: his head looks weird to me with the "helmet" part so far back.

[TAAUBlaster]

Ah I see. Fair enough. Not sure if this would change what you're doing (and I'm not sure if you're already across this), but from my experience 28 degrees mastercard card is very good with exchange rates (using my example above, I got 92.something when I pre-ordered Tracks through Paypal using the card, no fee involved from either company), in case there's something you want now and want a better exchange rate/save your cash reserves :)

Actually, I have thought about it (my mother has one from her trip OS last year) But I'm not sure my wallet can handle a 3rd credit card :p I've been thinking about looking at it when one of my other cards comes up for renewal. The no foreign currency fee is very appealing!:)

[loophole]

The only thing I don't like is those lines coming from his eyes much like CW Dragstrip

[Smint]

Actually, I have thought about it (my mother has one from her trip OS last year) But I'm not sure my wallet can handle a 3rd credit card :p I've been thinking about looking at it when one of my other cards comes up for renewal. The no foreign currency fee is very appealing!:)

There's also no annual fee.

[leej84]

anyone having problems pre-ordering from HLJ?
I have tried to put orders in for mp25 but when i head into my account I have 0 orders.

update: the website just takes about 10minutes or so to update, my order came through:)

[UltraMarginal]

The only thing I don't like is those lines coming from his eyes much like CW Dragstrip

yea, I know what you mean, at the wrong angle it looks like tears or almost a bit cyberman. At the right angle, or a closer look I don't mind it.

[GoktimusPrime]

Amazon Japan (http://www.amazon.co.jp/%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%A9%E3%83%88%E3%83%9F%E3%8 3%BC-%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%83%95%E3%8 2%A9%E3%83%BC%E3%83%9E%E3%83%BC-%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%94%E3%8 3%BC%E3%82%B9-MP-25-%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B9/dp/B00UKWVQ6K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426156984&sr=8-1&keywords=%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%8 3%94%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B9+%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3 %E3%82%B9%E3%83%95%E3%82%A9%E3%83%BC%E3%83%9E%E3%8 3%BC+%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B9 ) is currently listing it at full RRP (which seems pretty high! :eek:); but as usual, I'd expect the price to drop once their pre-order discount kicks in. Still... at such a high RRP, the pre-order price would probably equate to standard RRP for most previous MP Cars :o

[drifand]

Is a bigger box just for a stand. This is where I wished they sold one without.

[griffin]

The only thing I don't like is those lines coming from his eyes much like CW Dragstrip

That was my first thought as well... and I wonder why it was deemed necessary.

Still... the toy is very sexy. The real Tracks would approve.

[zaneiken]

Does anyone have any experience with cancelling an order with Nippon-Yasan?
I've decided to go with Premium Collectables instead.

[kurdt_the_goat]

The only thing I don't like is those lines coming from his eyes much like CW Dragstrip

While they're definitely more pronounced than previous MP's, i think the lighting in the photo is probably highlighting them more than they will in person.

Perhaps they did this cause his face is red so the previous approach wasn't obvious enough? I think Bumblebee could have done with more defined lines than what he got, the angles are a bit lost with his face sculpt, so i'm ok with this change for now at least!

[Defcon]

Is a bigger box just for a stand. This is where I wished they sold one without.

Is this an assumption? I think they would like to keep the box sizes consistent with other releases. It will increase the weight just a little, and the stand itself adds to the cost of the figure. I would personally rather not pay extra for a stand, but I think its a pretty cool addition to have for a flying car ;)

[drifand]

Is this an assumption? I think they would like to keep the box sizes consistent with other releases. It will increase the weight just a little, and the stand itself adds to the cost of the figure. I would personally rather not pay extra for a stand, but I think its a pretty cool addition to have for a flying car ;)

It is a bigger box, they won't be charging 2,500 yen as opposed to normal 500-700 yen for shipping. Is obvious.

[Megatran]

Are there any pics showing MP Tracks in bot mode standing alongside other MP Autobot cars? Would like to see how tall he stands in comparison.

Should Tracks be taller than other Autobot cars (Prowl, Sideswipe) or similar height?

[Robzy]

So damn sexy :D Can't wait to get him.

[drifand]

Are there any pics showing MP Tracks in bot mode standing alongside other MP Autobot cars? Would like to see how tall he stands in comparison.

Should Tracks be taller than other Autobot cars (Prowl, Sideswipe) or similar height?

Similar height. Bigger box doesn't mean bigger bot

[doublespy]

It's been 3 days and the pre-order for Tracks is still open on amiami. This is a record for Masterpiece I think. amiami usually fill up their pre-orders within couple of hours.

[drifand]

It's been 3 days and the pre-order for Tracks is still open on amiami. This is a record for Masterpiece I think. amiami usually fill up their pre-orders within couple of hours.

Nah, they generally have heaps for mp now. They are no comparison to macross toys by Bandai sold out in5 secs.

[GoktimusPrime]

I saw a 1970 Corvette Stingray in my daughter's school carpark today. <drool>

[koolkollectibleskhai]

MP Tracks looking awesome!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/Transformers/Tracks_zpsdgwh2pzg.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/Transformers/Tracks_zpsdgwh2pzg.jpg.html)

[griffin]

The major Japanese sites have started taking preorders, and ToysRUs Japan has the date noted as September 28th (http://www.toysrus.co.jp/s/dsg-499458200) (which might mean the 26th as TRU have a two day delay on the items for this month)... so another 6-month preorder/wait for a highly anticipated toy. :(

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/Tracks2_1427224788_zpsb5dljwpp.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/Tracks2_1427224788_zpsb5dljwpp.jpg.html)

[Jetfire in the sky]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/Tracks2_1427224788_zpsb5dljwpp.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/Tracks2_1427224788_zpsb5dljwpp.jpg.html)

Man that is beautiful, black, red and yellow ones would be sooooooo nice.

[Mythirax]

Wow! He is just beautiful :D:D:D

[drifand]

Also most expensive car mp

[ampoldj]

Really interested now to see the box...with that stand I reckon that it will be definitely a bigger box now than the other MP cars. Will require then to reaarange the boxes on display cabinet :eek:

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

I assume that his Autobot symbol is on a flippable panel. That yellow background is nice for the robot mode, but messes up the roof of the car a bit.

Off to google
Oh, The protoype has a blank side.
Nice!

[FruitBuyer]

Sheesh, I'd tempted to get Tracks if only for the stand.

[UltraMarginal]

Really interested now to see the box...with that stand I reckon that it will be definitely a bigger box now than the other MP cars. Will require then to reaarange the boxes on display cabinet :eek:

First World problems ! ;)

I'm digging the little tail fins for flight mode, a very nice touch.

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/Tracks1_1427224788_zps0rmmqhpx.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/AUST_Tober/media/Tracks1_1427224788_zps0rmmqhpx.jpg.html)

[DELTAprime]

Sigh... the flames are red and yellow not red and gold. First world problems hey.

[Hursticon]

Hhhhhnnnnngggg!!! - Want! :eek::D *Grabby Hands*

[drifand]

I pray they get the blue paint right as grey plastic is the easy part.
Wheeljack's white was a bit let down.

[MayzaPrime]

Pre-ordered mine today :D

Along with MP18B Bluestreak, I also bought MP24 Star Sabre. It was a fun day :D

[dsphatlite]

Where do most people preorder from?

[drifand]

Where do most people preorder from?

From their regular sources as mentioned in this thread. Pick one.
Hlj, amiami, hobby search , Nippon yasan , robot kingdom, premium collectables, tfi , anime export.

Not hard, but it will be if you don't order one and want one later.

[GoktimusPrime]

Not the end of the world if you don't pre-order, as Hasbro AU is planning on releasing this toy locally. :)

[5FDP]

Not the end of the world if you don't pre-order, as Hasbro AU is planning on releasing this toy locally. :)

That's what I am counting on. Would have given the wife a heart attack if I pre-ordered both Tracks and Bluestreak with the conversion rate we have ATM.

[drifand]

Not the end of the world if you don't pre-order, as Hasbro AU is planning on releasing this toy locally. :)

This will be interesting as the jp price is quite high this time and I be surprised if TRU stays at $99.00 Mark.

Saying that though, finding one local may be harder than not preorder one now imo

[GoktimusPrime]

This will be interesting as the jp price is quite high this time and I be surprised if TRU stays at $99.00 Mark.
Even if it remained the same, it would mean that the gap between the Japanese and Australian full RRPs would become smaller; even less so when factoring in the cost of shipping. And remember that buying local offers more convenient options for exchange/refund if there are any issues. :)


Saying that though, finding one local may be harder than not preorder one now imo
I've managed to find all of the imported JP MPs at TRUs; although admittedly not at every TRU that I've been to. But remember that even if you cannot find the toy at your local TRU, you can contact TRU head office and ask them to source one for you.

[dirge]

Damn. I've preordered two & thinking I might have to nab a third. One of my favourite characters & just looks to be done perfectly!

[drifand]

Damn. I've preordered two & thinking I might have to nab a third. One of my favourite characters & just looks to be done perfectly!

If you bought three from premium collectables, you get free shipping and at $69.90 each

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Amazon informed me there has been a delay. Tracks has been moved from the 27th of September to the 29th of September :eek:

[GoktimusPrime]

Amazon informed me there has been a delay. Tracks has been moved from the 27th of September to the 29th of September :eek:
It'll probably be Halloween by the time it gets to me. :o :rolleyes:

[5FDP]

Amazon informed me there has been a delay. Tracks has been moved from the 27th of September 2015 to the 29th of September 2016 :eek:

:eek: :p

[ampoldj]

Closeup of the face from digitamin (http://item.rakuten.co.jp/digitamin/x833/).
They also list the box size: W440×H290×D110mm compared to the other MP cars which are W210×H147×D70mm; that's considerably bigger.. the stand must be pretty big!


It looks like the box size they gave is from the united warriors line. It is even bigger than the usual large MP boxes.

http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810831686/

[GoktimusPrime]

So they're going for Hasbro MP Car box size, then? ;) :p
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/Masterpiece%20Nissan/mp_bluestreak_box1_zpsqbxkxgjh.jpg

[ampoldj]

I believe TT can still package Tracks in the standard MP Car Box... They are Japanese in the first place :D:D:D

[Blastwave]

It's obviously just the size of the flight stand that accounts for the increase. No way that stand would fit into a standard TT MP car box.

[Megatran]

Hasbro loves to sell to its customers / consumers a whole of of air.

[ampoldj]

It's obviously just the size of the flight stand that accounts for the increase. No way that stand would fit into a standard TT MP car box.

Well looks like TT may just have made an error in putting that box size W440xH290xD110mm (same as United Warriors Box which is bigger than that of the big MP boxes) or they are still not certain on the box size and still examining how to package with the flight stand so they placed the biggest box size they have (though it will not be good for shipping cost on preorders where the box size matters). As i have said IMO the flight stand is not that big and it folds so i reckon it is still possible they can fit that in the usual MP car box...if that may not be the case they may have a new set of box size just like what happened to Soundwave's cassettes and may just be used by future MPs.

Update: Well tried my rusty Japanese after 2years and inquired through Takara Tomy Mall on the box size of Tracks. They said they made a mistake on the size indicated and confirmed it is the Standard MP Car Box (210x147x70mm) :eek:
So no new box size this time so postage or shipping cost should just be the same as usual MP cars.

Here is the reply:
お問合せありがとうございます。
『タカラトミーモールサポートセンター』です。

MP-25 トラックス　パッケージサイズにつきまして、
確認致しましたところ、表記にミスがありました。

正しくは、W210×H147×D70mm　となります。

訂正し、お詫び致します。
大変申し訳ございませんでした。

何卒よろしくお願い申し上げます。

[ampoldj]

^Box size update

[Blastwave]

Nice, thank you for taking the time to enquire about this and confirm the box size. I wasn't aware the stand folded either.

[UltraMarginal]

^Box size update


Nice, thank you for taking the time to enquire about this and confirm the box size. I wasn't aware the stand folded either.

What Blastwave said, thanks. One day I'm going to build a fort out of brick sized MP boxes:D

Just wish it wasn't so far away (time wise).

[ampoldj]

Glad to be of help...

Takara Tomy Mall also updated Tracks listing:
http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810831754/

Now just waiting for confirmation if they will send me a free MP-25 Tracks by September...Just kidding :D:D:D

[drifand]

Well, NY need to readjust their shipping cost as it was doubled in fact trippled.

[drifand]

I realised when I first post here for NY its shipping for tracks was about 2500 yen for EMS

Road rage is about 2100, I am thinking they might have loose the stand on the other one.

Still surprised with the up cost in shipping. But at least Roadrage was more affordable at $68 shipped for me.