Toy Review - JP MP-27 Masterpiece Ironhide

[GoktimusPrime]

Great review and pics!

Thank you.

Putting the figure next to the cartoon model just shows how good the engineering really is. But now I wish his head was a little bit bigger

As discussed here, there are two main helmet types for Ironhide and Ratchet in the cartoon. I personally would've preferred the thicker one for Ironhide and thinner one for Ratchet, but they've evidently chosen to go for the thinner style for both Ironhide and Ratchet.

[GoktimusPrime]

I took a set of photos showing how Ironhide transforms. Rather than flooding this thread with 38 images, I'll just post this link.

[Shirokaze]

Finally shipped my POL from HLJ and received this fellow last Friday.

In short, Ironhide is just brilliant. I'm blown away be the creative transformation and articulation. Joints are pleasing to maneuver and everything comes together solidly making him a joy to pose. 10/10 TakaraTomy, a job well done.

[GoktimusPrime]

In short, Ironhide is just brilliant. I'm blown away be the creative transformation and articulation. Joints are pleasing to maneuver and everything comes together solidly making him a joy to pose. 10/10 TakaraTomy, a job well done.

Totally agree I've made this thread dedicated to the discussion of the transformation of MP Ironhide (and Ratchet in future ). I thought it'd be better than just 'flooding' this thread with loads of pics, and it also allows other people to read reviews without exposing themselves to transformation spoilers.

[willocrew]

My toy is still at HLJ warehouse.. Looking forward to getting his guy.

[doublespy]

Watched Vangelus' review again on the 3rd party MP Ironhide mould by Voodoo toys (the best 3rd party Ironhide out there), mostly to have another look at the engineering. I'm really surprised by how simple the engineering is on MP27 in comparison, yet achieving a better look. I think the limitations of designing an official product really get the best out of a designer.

Although Vangelus made an interesting point that the official Ironhide should've removed the front bumper from the chest in robot mode. This probably would make it look even better.