Beast Wars is in a curious position going forward given the small cast but diverse designs. In regards to the prospect of future toys, it doesn't bode well.

Something like an MP Cheetor (or even just a new Generations Cheetor along the lines of Rhinox, Waspy and Rattrap) would need a lot of redesigning in order to get a Tigatron from it. We wouldn't accept a skinny White Tiger, and conversely, nor would we accept a chunky cheetah.

There are characters from the expanded universe who shared the same molds of course. Lazorbeak from a Terrorsaur, Buzz Saw from a Waspinator, Grimlock from a Dinobot, but are they recognisable enough to sell if these redecos ended up on a toy store shelf?

A curious position, and something of a headache for Hasbro who I'm sure would love to give us a line of Generations BW figures, but has to ensure the money still comes in. One thing working in our favour is that next year is a movie year, which equals money coming in regardless.