MP-30 Ratchet for April

[UltimateGalvatron]

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-news-rumors/1054861-masterpiece-mp-30-ratchet-april.html
Here is link to TFW2005 thread.

Enjoy

[UltimateGalvatron]

https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/14509-transformers-masterpiece-mp30-ratchet.html&force=1

Also link to the Nippon Yassan page.

[Jaxius._]

Beat me to it

[UltimateGalvatron]

Beat me to it

Remember how you ninjad me in Identify the Figure thread?

ITS PAYBACK TIME.

LOL
Really excited, hoping for different coloured helmet options

[ampoldj]

NY got a spy now inside TT? Anyway hopefully they go on schedule which is ideally 1 MP / month next year.

[Sinnertwin]

Hardly surprising. Takara have done well though; 3 or 4 repaint possibilities from the one figure should definitely assist them in their "one MP a month schedule"

[kurdt_the_goat]

Mould looks really good in those colours, even the side skirts look better here than Ironhide. But, i'm really not a fan of what they've done with the shoulder crosses:( Presumably copyright issues strike again, but it could have been done better i think.

[Trent]

MP Ratchet.

Shocking.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Ratchet looks the business with this mold -- definitely better than Ironhide!

And I rather like the Autobot cross symbols! Not sure why, but I do like them!

[Paulbot]

Presumably copyright issues strike again,

The International Red Cross cracked down on the use of Red Cross being used by anyone else sometime in the 90s - it's why you more likely see a green cross used on first aid kits etc - but that would look very wrong here.

[Starscream77]

Definite purchase, I think the 'so much white' really appeals

But there is just something about the shoulder area that bothers me :confused:, and no it's not the stickers

[kurdt_the_goat]

At least it should be an easy coverup for a sticker. Such a basic shape though... Ugh, it's even stupider than Exhaust that such a thing is an issue!

[Trent]

The International Red Cross cracked down on the use of Red Cross being used by anyone else sometime in the 90s - it's why you more likely see a green cross used on first aid kits etc - but that would look very wrong here.

They take it too far. I have had volunteers ring me up at work to question things. They get politely told to go away.

[Paulbot]

I wonder if there'll be an Amazon exclusive replacement face with a red crest. Would be a reason to make the crest be part of the swappable face.

Edit oops Ratchet didn't have a red crest in the Marvel Comics, he had a red head and white crest - the same colour scheme carried over to MTMTE. So I guess red crest g1 Ratchet is the rarity.

[Raider]

Well we all knew this was coming but I didn't think so soon. I actually quite like how they have done the cross so no complaints here. I wonder if we will get green and black repaints too just to milk it more.

[DaptoDog]

Interesting that NY are no longer showing the pics on the page. Could this be another Ramjet where it was posted too early?

I agree it looks better than Ironhide. As for the Autobot logo over the Red Cross, is it possible that you could remove the Autobot logo to reveal the cross? Or is that sticker all one piece? It would be perfect if they let you apply the shoulder stickers so could avoid applying the Autobot logo.

[DaptoDog]

Also so much for the rumours that MP-30 would be a significant Galvatron or V2 Megs.

[DaptoDog]

And pre ordered.

[1AZRAEL1]

Looks better in Ratchet colours than Ironhide. Still, both will be bought

[UltimateGalvatron]

Looks better then Ironhide, IMO. I know that they are not accurate, bit I like the crosses.

[megatren]

RK pre-order is at USD75.

[drifand]

Guess they skip the rumours thread now.

[DELTAprime]

All I have to say is... Damn you International Red Cross!

[Magnus]

With regard to the use of the Red Cross emblem:


The red cross and red crescent emblems are protected symbols under international humanitarian law and national laws. Any use that is not expressly authorized by the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols constitutes a misuse of the emblem. Use of these emblems by unauthorized persons is strictly forbidden. Please contact the ICRC for more information.

Source: https://www.icrc.org/en/copyright-and-terms-use

Back to the figure: for some reason, I also think it looks better than Ironhide. Must be the white. It's also got a nice selection of accessories :)

[Sinnertwin]

Well we all knew this was coming but I didn't think so soon. I actually quite like how they have done the cross so no complaints here. I wonder if we will get green and black repaints too just to milk it more.

No doubt TT have lined something up for next years Tokyo Toy Show and perhaps even another regular release like 21R

[Trent]

Interesting that NY are no longer showing the pics on the page. Could this be another Ramjet where it was posted too early?

I agree it looks better than Ironhide. As for the Autobot logo over the Red Cross, is it possible that you could remove the Autobot logo to reveal the cross? Or is that sticker all one piece? It would be perfect if they let you apply the shoulder stickers so could avoid applying the Autobot logo.

My guess is that it will be tampo'd on.

[MayzaPrime]

We all knew that Ratchet was going to be released at some point in time... but I wasn't expecting him to be MP-30. But regardless of the numbering I am happy. :D

[drifand]

Next mp-31 galvatron release July lol.
Followed by dirge

Some people don't like the head of ratchet.

Too much money spend on pre order and no products in hand

[ampoldj]

Next mp-31 galvatron release July lol.
Followed by dirge

Some people don't like the head of ratchet.

Too much money spend on pre order and no products in hand

yes too much money out now just on preorders that you can get half a year later... :eek:

[ZoonMaster5000]

Honestly I didn't even notice the shoulders so I went back and had a look and it does look a bit silly.

Surely they could of put the red crosses on then just decal over the top so when you get it you could just pull the decal off and bam everyone is happy and there's nothing Red Cross can do about it. 1st world crisis averted!

[nsm034]

AE has them , already po'd :p

[drifand]

yes too much money out now just on preorders that you can get half a year later... :eek:

$5. Says mirage is next as 3p done sun streaker and mirage.
If takara is on defence they will pump it out ensuring 3p puts a stop on theirs as it won't be worth while.

Yeah seriously add shockwave, ironhide, ratchet, hot rod, a possible ramjet, road rage and the variants , that's about more than $600 easily on pre order.

Imagine the interest I can earn in my bank while I wait for each to release. Is okay if is online stores that allows pay later but if not....

[Trent]

Imagine the interest I can earn in my bank while I wait for each to release. Is okay if is online stores that allows pay later but if not....

Given Australia's current interest rates, you're missing out on around $6.

Curse you Takara!!!!

[Defcon]

I think the symbols on the shoulders are ok, shame they are so large seem a bit distracting. But the overall presentation of the figure is amazing, the white really makes the robot stand out. I prefer the red Ironhide in vehicle mode though. I agree Mirage will probably be the next autobot car.

[Bidoofdude]

Looks nice. The cross and Autobot combo is a bit distracting, but otherwise really good.

[spiderken17]

Face looks a bit plain to me.

[Bladestorm]

I'm glad they're releasing Ratchet so soon after Ironhide but there is something about the shoulder pattern that is annoying. I don't mind them putting the autobot logo over the cross but I think it needs to be smaller or a different pattern (maybe some kind of insignia to represent an autobot medic). Too many autobot logos on his front torso just looks a bit strange...

I'm undecided if I will get him because of that...

[Ralph Wiggum]

The logo issue will indoubtedly be fixed with some aftermarket decals, unfortunately TT would've had little choice in the matter. If the logo looks too much like the Red Cross, especially on an ambulance then hello legal action.

Gonna have to seriously look at a regular Aussie supplier now. The previous Masterpiece release rate allowed me to pick up a new figure or two whenever I travelled to Singapore to visit my brother. Now with a monthly release schedule, I'll have to find alternate ways.

[griffin]

I'm okay with the compromise with the cross.
If they didn't put one on, people would complain... if they put on something that doesn't get them sued, people complain.

Focus on the toy, and if the cross is that important, I'm sure reprolables will come up with something.


My concern is the way he is so much taller than Bluestreak (which will make him tower over the Autobot cars that are already released). Ironhide will be obviously be the same, but I didn't notice it as much with him... the bright white of Ratchet makes it more obvious.

[Megatran]

The International Red Cross cracked down on the use of Red Cross being used by anyone else sometime in the 90s - it's why you more likely see a green cross used on first aid kits etc - but that would look very wrong here.
I still see plenty of naughty nurse outfits with the red cross emblem. It's all not doom & gloom. ;)

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Some "live" photos:

https://www.facebook.com/DaimChocReports/posts/168985403451895

No Autobot crosses on his shoulders and his face looks a little different from Ironhide...

[megatren]

Its now up in tfi at aud140

[Gutsman Heavy]

I'm probably in the minority that prefers MP Ironballs. Not sold on Ratchet yet

[drifand]

I still see plenty of naughty nurse outfits with the red cross emblem. It's all not doom & gloom. ;)

Seriously a Red Cross go suing ?
The world has gone bananas .
They should be ashamed of themselves.

[ampoldj]

Given Australia's current interest rates, you're missing out on around $6.

Curse you Takara!!!!

But i think you will pay more than $6 if you wait for release. If I can put it into a business that is a different topic :D

[drifand]

But i think you will pay more than $6 if you wait for release. If I can put it into a business that is a different topic :D

6 a month if I have duplicates and I am buying more than one is a whole different story.

[DaptoDog]

Its now up in tfi at aud140

Price no bueno

[DaptoDog]

Some "live" photos:

https://www.facebook.com/DaimChocReports/posts/168985403451895

No Autobot crosses on his shoulders and his face looks a little different from Ironhide...

So maybe the sboulder stickers aren't tampo'ed on.

[Sinnertwin]

Price no bueno

pensé que sería más barato

[GoktimusPrime]

Coleccionables premi---, uh, Premium Collectables are charging $95 for their MP Ironhide pre-order, so if they can do the same for MP Ratchet then I'll happily throw my money at them. :)

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/avatars/shutuptakemoney.jpg

Judging from the "live" photos, I suspect that the Red Cross emblems for the shoulders are stickers. As others have mentioned, it's really the only way that TakaraTOMY can legally do it. But making them stickers rather than tampographs means that people can choose to source/make their own Red Cross/Crescent logos and stick it on themselves.

[Megatran]

Coleccionables premi---, uh, Premium Collectables are charging $95 for their MP Ironhide pre-order, so if they can do the same for MP Ratchet then I'll happily throw my money at them. :)

As much as I don't like singling out online retailers, PC actually have them currently at $99.95 a pop (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/mp-27-masterpiece-ironhide).

[Jaxius._]

Remember how you ninjad me in Identify the Figure thread?

ITS PAYBACK TIME.

LOL
Really excited, hoping for different coloured helmet options

Intersite warfare has begun

[DaptoDog]

pensé que sería más barato

Señor bien jugado :)

[GoktimusPrime]

As much as I don't like singling out online retailers, PC actually have them currently at $99.95 a pop (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/mp-27-masterpiece-ironhide).
Looks like they've increased price since it was first listed. I paid $85 for MP Ironhide through PC, plus $10 ($9.95) for postage, so total came to $95.

Still, $99.95 is still good considering MP Ironhide's 10,000JPY ($115) RRP. :)

[Magnus]

The use of the Red Cross emblem is something that is taken extremely seriously, and not just as an issue of copyright.


The red cross emblem is not a logo nor a trademark. Rather, as the universal emblem of protection in armed conflict, its use is restricted under international humanitarian law and in turn by Australian law.

Source: http://www.redcross.org.au/guide-to-emblem-use.aspx


...it is one of our most valuable assets. It is an image that stands as a worldwide symbol of goodwill and humanitarianism.

Source: http://www.redcross.org/about-us/media-resources/logo/brand-standards


In Australia, the red cross and red crescent emblems are protected by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957. In a domestic situation the emblems must not be used without first obtaining the written permission of the Minister for Defence, and under Commonwealth law, penalties may apply. Red Cross is charged with following up on misuses, found most commonly in medical and commercial spheres, and takes this role very seriously. Misuse, or simple lack of understanding, in peacetime is likely to weaken the effectiveness of the emblems within a war zone.

Source: http://www.redcross.org.au/the-emblem.aspx


The emblems must be trusted absolutely to signify neutrality and protection. That is why their unauthorised use is forbidden in international and national law. Imitations of the red cross and red crescent emblems, the words (names) "Red Cross" and "Red Crescent" and similar wording, are also protected by law.

Source: https://www.redcross.org.uk/Forms/Website-forms/Report-emblem-misuse


Misuse of the emblem in peacetime diminishes its protective power when it is most needed: in times of war.

Source: http://www.redcross.org.au/emblem-awareness.aspx


The red cross emblem – a red cross on a white ground – is a symbol of protection (protective use) and of membership of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (indicative use). In times of armed conflict it is the visible sign of the protection conferred by the Geneva Conventions on the victims and on those who come to their aid; in peacetime it shows that a person or object is linked to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, of which the International Committee of the Red Cross is the founding body. Hence the emblem is also a symbol of the Movement's seven Fundamental Principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

Source: https://www.icrc.org/eng/resources/documents/misc/5a6j7j.htm



TakaraTomy probably figured it wasn't worthwhile having to potentially go through all the legal action that would result from putting a Red Cross on Ratchet. The solution they came up with is pretty visually interesting, IMO, and it largely preserves the look of the original character model.

Additional info:

https://www.icrc.org/eng/war-and-law/emblem/overview-emblem.htm

http://www.redcross.ca/about-us/about-the-canadian-red-cross/red-cross-emblem/it-may-just-be-a-game-to-you-but--it-means-the-world-to-us

http://www.redcross.org.au/emblem-awareness.aspx

[Trent]

I agree. Having a red cross on my toy ambulance is definitely going to weaken the effectiveness of the Red Cross in war time.

[drifand]

Well it's been used on anime ambulances for kids.
I am not bothered anyway everyone who is fan enough will break the rules so too bad Red Cross.

[GoktimusPrime]

TakaraTOMY doesn't make these rules, but obviously they need to ensure that their products aren't infringing any laws. The other alternative is to completely avoid using the Red Cross logo and use something completely different, like the cardio-pulse logo as seen on TF1/RotF Ratchet (https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1355/1222534688_8611a4775a_b.jpg), Animated Ratchet (http://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/7/77/AniRatchetPromoModel.jpg) and Prime Ratchet (http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2010/11/TFP---Ratchet-Robot_1289399689.jpg).

[drifand]

TakaraTOMY doesn't make these rules, but obviously they need to ensure that their products aren't infringing any laws. The other alternative is to completely avoid using the Red Cross logo and use something completely different, like the cardio-pulse logo as seen on TF1/RotF Ratchet (https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1355/1222534688_8611a4775a_b.jpg), Animated Ratchet (http://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/7/77/AniRatchetPromoModel.jpg) and Prime Ratchet (http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2010/11/TFP---Ratchet-Robot_1289399689.jpg).

Yeah I know, I could just show you my kids play may with a Red Cross on the hospital printed. I just saying. No I am not unhappy with TT or anything.

Like said small issue but I would have preferred a friendly face for ratchet.

[1orion2many]

I prefer Ironhide and don't really care about the cross on Ratchet. Now if the toy is rubbish I'll complain but that's a little while away before we get them in hand to see how good they are;):)

[BigTransformerTrev]

Really loving the vehicle mode - just seems to pop! :)

[spiderken17]

I prefer Ironhide and don't really care about the cross on Ratchet. Now if the toy is rubbish I'll complain but that's a little while away before we get them in hand to see how good they are;):)

To be honest some of the 3rd party Ironhides/Ratchet have better aesthetics but I would hope the TT stuff has better QC.

[drifand]

To be honest some of the 3rd party Ironhides/Ratchet have better aesthetics but I would hope the TT stuff has better QC.

Lol better QC? With the amount of mp popping out it be worse than current IMO.
Is a shame they are not really active in this department.

[Trent]

Lol better QC? With the amount of mp popping out it be worse than current IMO.
Is a shame they are not really active in this department.

I can't think of a single, notable QC issue that any of my MPs have had with the exception of Rodimus Prime.

I'd say that's pretty good.

[Starscream77]

I can't think of a single, notable QC issue that any of my MPs have had with the exception of Rodimus Prime.

I'd say that's pretty good.

Same, except Rodimus not a single issue so not sure what these supposed QC issues are :confused:

[ampoldj]

You guys must be lucky! Rodimus is not just a QC issue it should be recalled (if they do on toys) :p

From paint defects, very loose joints, to even a creased folded in half bio card you name it I got it (except the same left or right of whatever part it is may it be arm, leg, or accessories thankfully, knocks on wood) :eek:

[drifand]

Your luck will run out soon as it is they are pumping out more in a short period. Chances of bad paint jobs are higher.
But hey you could be lucky.

All I am saying is I should not even see a single complaint in the forums, and now that is good QC.

With 3 bad complaints on mp-18b several with prowl and I had slight with wheeljack.

I expect it to be worse if they continue the same standard.

[DaptoDog]

Collect MISB. Ignorance is bliss:p

[Sinnertwin]

Collect MISB. Ignorance is bliss:p

+1
👌👍

[ampoldj]

+1
👌👍

+100

Until I started with MP and been paying this much I got curious to open the boxes and check that they did not put a My Little Pony in it (though my daughter would love it) :p

[BigTransformerTrev]

Collect MISB. Ignorance is bliss:p


+1
👌👍


+100

p

Heh - that must be why I am so happy with my Hasbro Rodimus :D

[DaptoDog]

+100

Until I started with MP and been paying this much I got curious to open the boxes and check that they did not put a My Little Pony in it (though my daughter would love it) :p

Haha I'm so fussy about things this is one less thing I have to worry about lol.

[Trent]

Heh - that must be why I am so happy with my Hasbro Rodimus :D

My Hasbro Roddy is fine. Transformed a few weeks ago with no issue. I have a Takara Roddy waiting to see how it goes, I think there are a few minor problems with it like the wings scalping in the trailer and the backpack not staying connected properly.

But otherwise, my MP experience is a positive one. I expect it will continue to be so.

[GoktimusPrime]

Hasbro actually fixed some of the issues from TakaraTOMY Rodimus, including thickening the tabs on the gun handles so that they can actually be held properly. The spoiler does clip in better on the back of the robot, although still prone to dropping off (just not as prone as TakTOM's).

[drifand]

So there is rumoured that some ratchet have a Red Cross you need to open to find out. Lol

Anyway I don't keep my toys in boxes. Even now when I have hardly the time to play with them I still make the effort to inspect what I bought.

[BigTransformerTrev]

My Hasbro Roddy is fine. Transformed a few weeks ago with no issue. I have a Takara Roddy waiting to see how it goes, I think there are a few minor problems with it like the wings scalping in the trailer and the backpack not staying connected properly.

But otherwise, my MP experience is a positive one. I expect it will continue to be so.

I'll probably get around to opening him when I get MP Hot Rod so I can have Hot Rod & Rodimus Prime next to each other :)

[drifand]

I'll probably get around to opening him when I get MP Hot Rod so I can have Hot Rod & Rodimus Prime next to each other :)

But if you have the Hasbro version is more Hot rod than Rodimus?
Of course debatable. I was actually thinking at all whether to get hot rod.

[UltraMarginal]

MP Ratchet.

Shocking.

you're easily surprised;)
My screen was dripping with your sarcasem:eek:


The International Red Cross cracked down on the use of Red Cross being used by anyone else sometime in the 90s - it's why you more likely see a green cross used on first aid kits etc - but that would look very wrong here.


With regard to the use of the Red Cross emblem:



Source: https://www.icrc.org/en/copyright-and-terms-use

Back to the figure: for some reason, I also think it looks better than Ironhide. Must be the white. It's also got a nice selection of accessories :)

I recall in the late 90's there was a SWAT style First person shooter set in Las Vegas that had intended on using the Red Cross emblem on health packs in-game. they were enforced not to, for all of the reasons listed above.

While you wouldn't think an emblem on a toy or in a war type game would impact the effect of the symbol, in peace or war time, them be the rules.

I actually quite like the look of the cross with the Autobot sigil in front of it like that.

Looking at Ratchet on my Phone over the weekend, there's something about all the white that doesn't appeal as much as the Ironhide. maybe the lighting?
I'll be buying it that's for sure.
the second face, seems to have bulging eyes, where is that from?

I am loving all the accessories that these two guys look to be coming with.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

... the second face, seems to have bulging eyes, where is that from?

I think that may be due to the angle that we're seeing the second face from... if you look at the pic, we're viewing the eyeholes from under the point of the crest:

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

So I think most of that bug-eyed look wont be seen once the face is on because the crest will be covering it.

[ampoldj]

Noticed last night this was already listed at Takara Tomy Mall

http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810833956/

Nothing new til I noticed the accessories and contents included. It says includes Marking Seal (sticker sheet). So it may be for the crosses as the sample shown at Bic Camera event has none.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Some HQ pics over at 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-MP30-%E3%83%A9%E3%83%81%E3%82%A7%E3%83%83%E3%83%88/dp/B017TPHYM0/ref=sr_1_1?s=hobby&ie=UTF8&qid=1447231635&sr=1-1&keywords=%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%8 3%95%E3%82%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%83%BC%E3%8 2%B9+MP30+%E3%83%A9%E3%83%81%E3%82%A7%E3%83%83%E3% 83%88).

[Jetfire in the sky]

I love his alt mode, looks super accurate.

[GoktimusPrime]

I love his alt mode, looks super accurate.
+1. Good to see TakaraTOMY making good use of their Nissan licence. :)

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

The AllSpark has HQ scans of Ratchet from Figure King magazine and it looks like the Autobot crosses are indeed stickers.

Here (http://www.allspark.com/2015/11/figure-king-214-transformers-scans/#).

[GoktimusPrime]

He has a pair of spanners, but no ratchet (https://s3.amazonaws.com/rapgenius/1372815613_SteriRatchet1.gif)! :p Unless they're ratcheting wrenches (http://toolguyd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Proto-Spline-I-Beam-Ratcheting-Wrench.jpg). :o

[BigTransformerTrev]

The AllSpark has HQ scans of Ratchet from Figure King magazine and it looks like the Autobot crosses are indeed stickers.

Here (http://www.allspark.com/2015/11/figure-king-214-transformers-scans/#).

I really hope they don't do stickers - I much prefer painted apps

[ampoldj]

^unfortunately the crosses are really stickers as already listed in the contents of the figure via Takara Tomy page that it includes a sticker sheet and Figure King just confirms what is in this sticker sheet

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

From Hobbylog.jp (http://hobbylog.jp/archives/1050298830.html):

http://i.imgur.com/3QjqAzN.jpg

Ratchet definitely pulls off the mold better!

[drifand]

I kind of like the blue glass, not sure they decided to skip it for ironhide.

[philby]

that looks pretty epic! legs seem a bit bare though, is there sculpted detail or paint to come later? or maybe just not visible in that photo.

[DaptoDog]

that looks pretty epic! legs seem a bit bare though, is there sculpted detail or paint to come later? or maybe just not visible in that photo.

He looks amazing. Didn't notice the legs being so plain until you pointed it out but I agree with you. The side flaps on the hips are for some reason not nearly as irritating as the one's on Ironhide.

[Lord_Zed]

Pretty sure Ironhide also has the tinted blue windows. Ratchet looks a bit more dynamic as pants aren't as big as Ironhides, screen accurate groin.


that looks pretty epic! legs seem a bit bare though, is there sculpted detail or paint to come later? or maybe just not visible in that photo.

I don't think so. Taktomy tend to go for toon accuracy, which means brick legs.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

that looks pretty epic! legs seem a bit bare though, is there sculpted detail or paint to come later? or maybe just not visible in that photo.

His animation model is pretty plain to begin with, so they've done a good job in capturing it!

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

[drifand]

If that is the finalised product, my money is on this over ironhide mp even though I ordered both.

I went on other TF sites and some did show ironhide "finished" the paint feels lacked for the red. Unless the pics here are altered to make his white such a stand out, this guy is looking to be better of the two vans at the moment for me.

[ampoldj]

If that is the finalised product, my money is on this over ironhide mp even though I ordered both.

I went on other TF sites and some did show ironhide "finished" the paint feels lacked for the red. Unless the pics here are altered to make his white such a stand out, this guy is looking to be better of the two vans at the moment for me.

IMHO displays shows better paint or color so especially the one they take pics for box design. hopefully we can get in hand images but ironhide will have to go first and ratchet is still 3months away

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Production sample from Transformers Viet Nam (https://www.facebook.com/transformers.ha.noi.vn/) (interesting shot of the sticker sheet included!):

http://i.imgur.com/Zp8GMY4.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/lIJ7pWO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ugdFtMX.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pPgWDH4.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/GK8vE4X.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/aAHaEAH.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/PKxlzl3.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/b9MFrZo.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/dsXnS6e.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/JdNFvVz.jpg

[doublespy]

Good to know there's options for the shoulders.
Looks like they modified the stock ones to make the proper red crosses?

[FruitBuyer]

Can't wait for Ratchet, even though he shares minimal differences from Ironhide, I think he looks vastly different for some reason.

[drifand]

Can't wait for Ratchet, even though he shares minimal differences from Ironhide, I think he looks vastly different for some reason.

The additional Red Cross options of decals made it very appealing

[FruitBuyer]

Yes, those certainly help. Also probably because the white diminishes the look of his nappies, which are a lot more prominent on Ironhide.

[Bladestorm]

The additional Red Cross options of decals made it very appealing

I agree. I wonder how they got away with being able to include those.

I'm still an Ironhide girl but if I see old Ratchet on special I don't think I'm going to be able to resist if I can give him his proper arm emblems.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I agree. I wonder how they got away with being able to include those.

I think it would be hard pressed for the Red Cross to complain about those four extra squares, simply because there's no confusing that made up pattern for the Red Cross symbol.

Bravo to Takara! Very sly and very creative!

[GoktimusPrime]

The upper legs and waist section are also new, so it's not just a new head. :)

Good to know there's options for the shoulders.
Looks like they modified the stock ones to make the proper red crosses?
Looks easy enough to do too. Just cut out the corners and Robert's your parent's brother. ;) Adding those red corners was probably done in order to avoid legal issues but at the same time it's simple enough for people to just snip 'em off. :cool:

This neat bit of service for the fans should prove to be................. a real plus.





(apologies if that pun made anyone cross)

[Jetfire in the sky]

The upper legs and waist section are also new, so it's not just a new head. :)

Looks easy enough to do too. Just cut out the corners and Robert's your parent's brother. ;) .





(apologies if that pun made anyone cross)

A classic Dad's joke :p

[philby]

The upper legs and waist section are also new, so it's not just a new head. :)

Looks easy enough to do too. Just cut out the corners and Robert's your parent's brother. ;) Adding those red corners was probably done in order to avoid legal issues but at the same time it's simple enough for people to just snip 'em off. :cool:

This neat bit of service for the fans should prove to be................. a real plus.





(apologies if that pun made anyone cross)

well i enjoyed those puns, hope you don't get crucified...

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

well i enjoyed those puns, hope you don't get crucified...

If he does, then that'll be his red cross to bear...

[DELTAprime]

(apologies if that pun made anyone cross)

:rolleyes:

[kurdt_the_goat]

Release moved up a week to the 23rd of April - http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B017TPHYM0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1459147006&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=mp-30

[BigTransformerTrev]

Release moved up a week to the 23rd of April - http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B017TPHYM0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1459147006&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=mp-30

Yeah but they said the same for Shockwave :(

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Yeah but they said the same for Shockwave :(

Given we've had pictures of a sample already, i'm inclined to believe it'll come out on this new date.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

A peek at Ratchet with his new (shifty) shoulder stickers (via Snakas (http://snakas.blog95.fc2.com/blog-entry-5168.html)):

http://i.imgur.com/cGb3FwE.jpg

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Ratchet prototype pics (http://masterforceuk.blogspot.com.au/2016/04/prototype-transformers-masterpiece_5.html).

[Megatran]

Why does he have a serious facial expression?

I've always remembered him with a jovial outlook in the toon.


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

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Why does he have a serious facial expression?

So we can re-create his death scene?

He's got his alternate smiley face too at least, so we can have him look normal as well.

[drifand]

I do agree that he should have a happy face for this one as he was not a fighting bot. But I guess we have to run with what they provide.

As long as the white is painted like what ironhide was, I think it will be good.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Not smiley enough?:

http://i.imgur.com/k5I9XP0.jpg

[1AZRAEL1]

I don't think people realised he comes with extra face/s

[drifand]

I think that face look better than most that were showing.

[Megatran]

Going a bit off topic, is there a 'repair bed' that I can purchase seperately? Would be cool to recreate a medic scene.


...And what's that circular spikey equipment used for?


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

[Ultra Mackness]

Check the top right action photo from the back of his box (post 96 from this thread).

It's like an action repair laser, reminds me of arc welding though.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

...And what's that circular spikey equipment used for?

http://i.imgur.com/8ofCr1W.jpg

[aching878]

I personally can't wait to have mp30 in hand :)

http://i67.tinypic.com/2en3pjt.jpg

[CoRDS]

I personally can't wait to have mp30 in hand :)

http://i67.tinypic.com/2en3pjt.jpg

you monster

[ITZTRU]

I don't know whether to laugh or cry.

[Smint]

We need a faceplate for that expression D:

[Ralph Wiggum]

Can you use Ironhide's open mouth face and colour in the eyes?

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

They definitely should have included a dying face!

[UltimateGalvatron]

They definitely should have included a dying face!

And torso.

[ampoldj]

^stop! Takara may be reading this and make an MP30D Dying version :eek::D

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

^stop! Takara may be reading this and make an MP30D Dying version :eek::D

Part of the new "+" series... ;)

[Megatran]

Only a few more days before the release. Actually Saturday. So pumped.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Shot of the coin via Toy Scope (https://www.facebook.com/toyscope/posts/805530266250548):

http://i.imgur.com/jSDdqKM.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/uCK21wy.jpg

[philby]

just got payment request for hlj and completed :)

[DaptoDog]

My order with NY is in shipping preparation.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Blacklai's review is now online (http://blacklai1979.blogspot.com.au/2016/04/takaratomy-masterpiece-mp-30-ratchet.html) with lots of pictures -- here's a selection:

http://i.imgur.com/QeRurz9.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sQuGUDD.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3c93LF6.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/OahvHyh.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/KzvXGVh.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pWrz7W2.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BOSesvQ.jpg

[Omega Metro]

Looks a bit plain. Too much white. Definately needs stickers on the shoulders. And, like Ironhide, comes across as being a bit tall and lanky. Still a welcome addition to the MP range though.

[FruitBuyer]

The addition of Ironhide/Ratchet and Hot Rod is just what the Masterpiece line needed. I was starting to get bored of the voyager sized cars. Now there's a lot of variation.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I like him a lot -- particularly since I skipped Ironhide -- but I do hope that the slash above his nose/between his eyes isn't a a QC issue affecting the whole run:

http://i.imgur.com/ZLPDIP1.jpg

[DaptoDog]

I like him a lot -- particularly since I skipped Ironhide -- but I do hope that the slash above his nose/between his eyes isn't a a QC issue affecting the whole run:

http://i.imgur.com/ZLPDIP1.jpg

That gap doesn't seem to be in the pic with his smiling/happy face so you could always use that. :)

In any case when it's sitting on your shelf you won't notice it.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

That gap doesn't seem to be in the pic with his smiling/happy face so you could always use that. :)

In any case when it's sitting on your shelf you won't notice it.

Yeah, I prefer the happy face -- it just seems more Ratchet. :)

But if it is a QC issue, it's just sad that TT is letting it slip by.

That said, I don't see it in this pic from Toy Dojo or at the very least it's not that noticeable from a distance:

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

[aching878]

Looks a bit plain. Too much white. Definately needs stickers on the shoulders. And, like Ironhide, comes across as being a bit tall and lanky. Still a welcome addition to the MP range though.

"Looks a bit plain. Too much white."

Erm For real??

Or this another case of internet sarcasm ......:rolleyes:

[drifand]

"Looks a bit plain. Too much white."

Erm For real??

Or this another case of internet sarcasm ......:rolleyes:

It is a valid opinion though, and to me it could be worse with unpainted plastic white like Wheeljack.

But thats how Ratchet is so I think he is an okay figure and if not may be better than Ironhide. I have met several people who didn't want ratchet so I am not surprised about difference in opinions here. They provided me with an happy face and I am happy with that.

[Omega Metro]

"Looks a bit plain. Too much white."

Erm For real??

Or this another case of internet sarcasm ......:rolleyes:

Nope. Not 'Internet sarcasm'. I'm for real.

[G1Optimal]

Pretty sneaky how they did the stickers , all you need is scissors if you want to add crosses without the autobot logo

http://static.seibertron.com/images/toys/uploads/1461265644-p1460770.JPG
Source seibertron http://www.seibertron.com

[Ralph Wiggum]

Sneaky indeed..I'll definitely be cutting the stickers so that a proper red cross is applied like the cartoon.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

The Chosen Prime have their review up:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQXYoYtUgfA

Looks like the default face doesn't have the cut out of it, which is a relief!

[aching878]

So we are feeling a figure is too white when the original characters are well pretty much all white... This is crazy like saying he looks too much like an ambulance or too g1 / toon looking :eek::cool:

[Omega Metro]

So we are feeling a figure is too white when the original characters are well pretty much all white... This is crazy like saying he looks too much like an ambulance or too g1 / toon looking :eek::cool:

Don't stress about it mate....everything will be all white.:D

[aching878]

Don't stress about it mate....everything will be all white.:D
https://gilthorp.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/gil-head-explode-again.gif

:rolleyes::rolleyes::D:D

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Charles is back for another toy review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-IoUZB1hhw)! Looks like he's experienced paint chipping on Ratchet during transformation -- did that happen with Ironhide? Or is Takara just crap at white paint application a la Ramjet?

[drifand]

Charles is back for another toy review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-IoUZB1hhw)! Looks like he's experienced paint chipping on Ratchet during transformation -- did that happen with Ironhide? Or is Takara just crap at white paint application a la Ramjet?

I am a bit surprised that he actually criticise the paint job this time as he was quite bias in quite a fair few of his reviews on other toys. Have to give thumbs up again for an honest review this time round.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I haven't watched his review.. but i got mine today and found the paint overall to be very good. Very similar to Ironhide just white! I think white does show up blemishes a little more.. i did find one tiny globby bit on a side panel of the car, but other than that, flawless.

He's pretty great! I love the tinted windows, looks very medicinal if not quite realistic. Both face sculpts are good, and his face stays securely in place better than Ironhide. Ratchet was definitely blessed with a better looking crotch as well! Cutting out the stickers was easy, though they're a bit thicker than i'd like, they're glossy and look good once they're on.

Slowly filling out the gaps... Wheeljack looks like he finally has some good company now!

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I am a bit surprised that he actually criticise the paint job this time as he was quite bias in quite a fair few of his reviews on other toys. Have to give thumbs up again for an honest review this time round.

I tend not to watch his reviews, but found it interesting about the paint chipping as i've not heard about it with Ironhide.


Cutting out the stickers was easy, though they're a bit thicker than i'd like, they're glossy and look good once they're on.

Yeah, i've noticed the stickers look rather thick -- it's definitely noticeable in Alfes2010's gallery (http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-2606.html):

http://s31.postimg.org/kt8ve65xz/20160423061755744.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/kt8ve65xz/)

I suppose on the plus side, it does give a bit of depth to the whiteness of his shoulders -- but i'll definitely be leaving mine blank when I get my copy.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Hmm Alfes left a stack of white edge which would always look bad. I cut mine right up to the red so it's not nearly as noticeable. Only certain angles where the light hits it will you notice they're not tampo'd

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Hmm Alfes left a stack of white edge which would always look bad. I cut mine right up to the red so it's not nearly as noticeable. Only certain angles where the light hits it will you notice they're not tampo'd

I've noticed a few shots where others have left the whitespace as well -- probably not comfortable with cutting that close to the red (my scissor skills are horrible, so I can relate! :p).

[drifand]

I been told ratchet has shoulder issues and is kind of thicker than ironhide.

Oh man.... Here we go again

[Sinnertwin]

I been told ratchet has shoulder issues and is kind of thicker than ironhide.

Oh man.... Here we go again

There's no issue.
From what Ive seen, the way the shoulders are assembled in both doesn't impact transformation etc at all.
It just depends if you want to look at a ratchet joint in the shoulder or not.

[Sinnertwin]

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w661/sinnertwinsphotos/ratchet_zpscde9sfve.jpg (http://s1335.photobucket.com/user/sinnertwinsphotos/media/ratchet_zpscde9sfve.jpg.html)

That's all it is.
Ratchet's is the clean look, Ironhide's isn't.
Got 5 minutes to kill? Knock yourselves out ;)

[drifand]

There's no issue.
From what Ive seen, the way the shoulders are assembled in both doesn't impact transformation etc at all.
It just depends if you want to look at a ratchet joint in the shoulder or not.


Ah my bad not an issue.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Weird, Ironhide had his shoulders misassembled all the way through prototypes to release and noone at TT noticed? According to the labels inside each piece, Ironhide is the one that's correct... but the way they are on Ratchet clearly looks better! Anyway i switched my Ironhide's shoulders around, a quick 5 minute fix (no pins!)... and not only does it look better, but now their shoulders can square up which they couldn't do before.

http://i.imgur.com/w2COEFvl.jpg

[DaptoDog]

My Ratchet just came in today from NY safe and sound. Single taped to boot. ;)

[MayzaPrime]

My Ratchet just came in today from NY safe and sound. Single taped to boot. ;)

Nice!!! I am still waiting for Shockwave and Ratchet from PC... hopefully it wont be to much longer :D

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Looks like Ratchet's getting a duckface as well (https://www.facebook.com/621045354715468/photos/a.621540587999278.1073741828.621045354715468/624121104407893/?type=3&theater)... :rolleyes:

http://i.imgur.com/dH1nBy2.jpg

[danny-boy]

Ratchet came in from PC today. Outstanding service.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Looks like Ocean Design has a sticker sheet all ready for Ratchet:

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

Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/product_info.php?products_id=2998) seem to be the only one who has it at the moment though.

[drifand]

Looks like Ocean Design has a sticker sheet all ready for Ratchet:

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

Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/product_info.php?products_id=2998) seem to be the only one who has it at the moment though.

I would have preferred water slides but again that's my preference. Are these water slides?

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Are these water slides?

Not sure.

Hopefully someone with experience of Ocean Design stickers can help answer that.

[aching878]

A masterpiece that is unfortunately let down slightly by the known paint issues

For me paint peel happened on the bicep when I bend the arm, the joint is so much tighter than ironhide the forearm piece rubbed too much on the bicep section and some paint simply peels off clean like if no primer was used and they simply painted on the unclean plastic, the bond between paint and plastic is touchy on certain spots and other parts (hidden joints) the paint app is clearly too thick hence can rub easily, It's could be a bad batch and honestly one can't tell until it happens

there's other really tiny ones which i can see from panels pushing into the paint but those are so minor i can ignore

http://i.imgur.com/F7XE0BP.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/sGPMwXA.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/L7wZOvD.jpg

So i simply removed all the paint on the bicep piece and gave the white plastic a clear gloss polish finish and it looks just as good

http://i.imgur.com/EsOhkp5.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/NjdANXs.jpg

While slightly flawed it is still one of the best looking piece in the collection, maybe its the color combo or just the general look of the figure, it really pops on the shelf

http://i.imgur.com/6qN8nsi.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sVJqnAq.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/jM09YYp.jpg

[Omega Metro]

Awesome pics^^^
May I ask what you used to remove the paint on Ratchets arms? Or how you did it? Mine hasn't arrived yet so unsure what condition it will be. I'm just preparing myself for the worst.

[aching878]

Awesome pics^^^
May I ask what you used to remove the paint on Ratchets arms? Or how you did it? Mine hasn't arrived yet so unsure what condition it will be. I'm just preparing myself for the worst.

thanks, I use a Gundam marker eraser GM300 pen, its liquid so i soak a cotton tip and simply use it to rub off the paint, it comes off pretty easily in few seconds

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61hPkAd0PpL._SX425_.jpg

Clear Gloss polish wise i simply use "Long Life 1L Self Shining Floor Polish" from bunnings, its a watery based polish so i applied few coats over an hour or so and then that's pretty much it. so it doesn't have a bland / flat plastic look

https://2ecffd01e1ab3e9383f0-07db7b9624bbdf022e3b5395236d5cf8.ssl.cf4.rackcdn.c om/Product-800x800/7b8f21f2-fafd-4f2c-89d5-fcce8fc03c02.jpg

[Jazzman]

MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!, you're a crack up, mate! :D