Transformers display stands

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Interesting new piece of merchandise coming out soon - official Transformers display stands (http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/new-takara-tomy-transformers-flight-stands-coming-soon/34343/) coming out on 20th December. 540 yen, or roughly $6AU. Link courtesy of seibertron.com.

They look kind of like the Tamashii Stage Acts, only less articulated :( and more sturdy :) . No pics of a Decepticon version so far, only the Autobot-logo take.

It's a nice idea which I'd like to support, I might get one for my Legends Windblade.

[ampoldj]

so this is what they were thinking not giving Road Rage a flight stand. Mass producing the MP Tracks stand is not a bad idea but yeah we hope for a Decepticon stand probably a "legit" seekers stand (well not really sure if those seekers stands floating around are legit stands though)

[drifand]

Bandai have been making stands for their Gundam mg kits and about $5-$7 and will hold mp-10

Yes is a bit late but still something.

[UltraMarginal]

This is pretty cool, I've already got several different stands for posing transformers in flight in my display, some work better than others.

I am always on the lookout for new interesting ways of improving what limited display space I have.

[griffin]

Is this the same as the MP Tracks stand

If so, they would be crazy not to mass-produce it and sell it.

It's listed on TakaraTomyMall (http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810853008/) so could just be a TTM exclusive... which would be a shame, as it will make it difficult for many to get them directly without paying a middleman markup.

It notes that there are a number of Masterpiece toys, Movie Advanced (from last year), and Legends (Generations) toys that have post holes included in the toys for display stands like this one... so someone was thinking about dynamic displays for the collector-focused toys for some time now.

[ampoldj]

Is this the same as the MP Tracks stand

If so, they would be crazy not to mass-produce it and sell it.

It's listed on TakaraTomyMall (http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810853008/) so could just be a TTM exclusive... which would be a shame, as it will make it difficult for many to get them directly without paying a middleman markup.

It notes that there are a number of Masterpiece toys, Movie Advanced (from last year), and Legends (Generations) toys that have post holes included in the toys for display stands like this one... so someone was thinking about dynamic displays for the collector-focused toys for some time now.


Yes the very same Tracks stand just made it transluscent. The PDF link on the TTM site shows figures that can be mounted on this stand (in robot, alt or flight mode). Should have a 3mm hole port.

MP 25, 26, 27, 28 and obviously 30 are compatible

[Trent]

This is pretty cool, I've already got several different stands for posing transformers in flight in my display, some work better than others.

I am always on the lookout for new interesting ways of improving what limited display space I have.

I use YetiStands (http://www.yetistand.com) for my Macross Valkyries (which as a plane dude, I'm surprised you don't collect). They work great but aren't the cheapest.

[UltraMarginal]

I use YetiStands (http://www.yetistand.com) for my Macross Valkyries (which as a plane dude, I'm surprised you don't collect). They work great but aren't the cheapest.

Wow, I've never heard of the Yeti stands, very cool.

I like the Macross Valkyries, but I can't afford to start collecting them. so I don't.
I pick my dark rabbit holes with some care:o

[GoktimusPrime]

As nice as display stands are, I find that they just take up too much precious shelf space. :o

[kup]

They are nice when displaying a few toys but otherwise takes up too much space as Gok mentioned.

I don't mind them but I always felt that stands should either try be invisible or look to be part of a diorama. I don't like it when they have sculpting or features as that makes the figure look as if it is hanging by something artifically rather than an actual action pose.

Minor observation though as they are a million times better than the god awful MOTUC ones.

[UltraMarginal]

As nice as display stands are, I find that they just take up too much precious shelf space. :o

I respectfully disagree, I would not be able to display either of these drifts without them. :D

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l541/UltraMarginal/UltraMarginals%20Transformers%20collection/Forum%20Photos/20141113_232229_zpsox1fghfn.jpg

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l541/UltraMarginal/UltraMarginals%20Transformers%20collection/Forum%20Photos/20141113_232243_zpskbcyr9m7.jpg

[drifand]

stands can be helpful as it places different size toys onto different levels on your shelf.

[Bladestorm]

I think it is a good idea. It gives options when thinking out a display... especially as shown above with flying figures. (Nice display btw UM)

These stands also look a bit more sturdy than the freebie ones we got as part of the AoE promotion last year.

I'd certainly buy a few if I get access to them.

[yoshi594]

anyone know where to get these stands besides takaratomy mall?

so far i've found it for order at tfsource but they are sold out! http://tfsource.com/takara/transformers-flight-stand-clear/


http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810853008/ is limited to 5 and i presume i'll need a shipping forwarder to get the stands...

[UltraMarginal]

I didn't even realise they were available yet:(
guess I missed that boat. hopefully they are released in a wider market in the future. It's certainly something I'd be interested in.

[yoshi594]

I didn't even realise they were available yet:(
guess I missed that boat. hopefully they are released in a wider market in the future. It's certainly something I'd be interested in.

me too. i'd get at least 5 or 10 :P. I msged premium and they won't be stocking it as they said it was selling at most shops for 5-10 dollars.

There's a few on ebay atm but they want 20 bucks each! :mad:

[Bladestorm]

I hunted for these (admittedly only in a couple of stores) in Tokyo and couldn't find them and I haven't seen them for sale at all here in HK or I'd be buying up a pile of them for our figures.

At the moment I have to buy the Gundam stands but I find my TF's holes are too big (even with all the Gundam attachment options) so they end up 'balancing' more than anything. I'd much prefer something designed specifically for Transformers.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

The recent Legends toys seem to work well with the bandai action stands.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

I hunted for these (admittedly only in a couple of stores) in Tokyo and couldn't find them and I haven't seen them for sale at all here in HK or I'd be buying up a pile of them for our figures.

At the moment I have to buy the Gundam stands but I find my TF's holes are too big (even with all the Gundam attachment options) so they end up 'balancing' more than anything. I'd much prefer something designed specifically for Transformers.I haven't been able to find any here in Japan either.

If you're after compatible stands try the Tamashii stands (Stage 5 is apprently pretty sturdy) and slap a Reprolabel on them. The pegs are basically the same, while the Gundam stands use a different system.:)
It's not the same I know, but it's the closest you're likely to find.