In-Hand Images: Takara Tomy Transformers Legends LG04 Roadbuster
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Ebay seller lena81822 gives us an in-hand look at the Takara Tomy Transformers Legends Roadbuster. The deco differs slightly from the Hasbro version and the images gives us a front and back view. You can fully compare Takara's version with our high quality gallery of Generations Roadbuster. Which Roadbuster do you prefer? Discuss it in the Energon Pub.
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Posted by fenrir72 on November 9th, 2014 @ 6:02am CST
Posted by shajaki on November 9th, 2014 @ 9:47am CST
takaras lost the thigh paint apps, but has a tampo'd insignia. hasbro has thigh paint apps, but horrible stickers. i might be mixing and matching. i hope the oranges and browns match.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on November 9th, 2014 @ 9:59am CST
shajaki wrote:well.... i guess its a tie.
takaras lost the thigh paint apps, but has a tampo'd insignia. hasbro has thigh paint apps, but horrible stickers. i might be mixing and matching. i hope the oranges and browns match.
Horrible stickers? As in, you dont like any stickers, or the ones that came with Roadbuster particularily?
Honestly, I found the stickers on par with Reprolabels, with lots of possible details to apply. (I apply them all). I also love the fact that I could apply the instead of the good old .
Posted by Wolfman Jake on November 9th, 2014 @ 10:28am CST
shajaki wrote:well.... i guess its a tie.
takaras lost the thigh paint apps, but has a tampo'd insignia. hasbro has thigh paint apps, but horrible stickers. i might be mixing and matching. i hope the oranges and browns match.
I think Takara was going for G1 toy accuracy with the thighs. Since Roadbuster was never on the original cartoon, Takara probably figured that toy accuracy would be the next best thing to screen accuracy.
Posted by shajaki on November 9th, 2014 @ 10:53am CST
i find it odd that you say theyre on par with RL, as every reviewer ive seen has said that half of them dont actually fit where there supposed to go.-Kanrabat- wrote:Horrible stickers? As in, you dont like any stickers, or the ones that came with Roadbuster particularily?shajaki wrote:well.... i guess its a tie.
takaras lost the thigh paint apps, but has a tampo'd insignia. hasbro has thigh paint apps, but horrible stickers. i might be mixing and matching. i hope the oranges and browns match.
Honestly, I found the stickers on par with Reprolabels, with lots of possible details to apply. (I apply them all). I also love the fact that I could apply the instead of the good old .
and generally, i dont like any stickers. in no way do i think they are a reasonable replacement for proper paint apps. these recent stickers are either a throwback, or laziness/cheapness. either way im not a fan of it.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on November 9th, 2014 @ 11:03am CST
shajaki wrote:7i find it odd that you say theyre on par with RL, as every reviewer ive seen has said that half of them dont actually fit where there supposed to go.
Maybe those reviewers have hands full of thumbs, but I had no problem making ALL of the stickers on Roadbuster fit perfectly where they belong.
Posted by Evil Eye on November 9th, 2014 @ 11:48am CST
I really think metal should make a comeback in Transformers, especially for small and fragile parts or for joints.
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 9th, 2014 @ 12:12pm CST
Delta Magnus wrote:I'll say it now: all of the woes people have had with Brainstorm's Headmaster could have been averted if they'd made his Headmaster's head out of metal.
I really think metal should make a comeback in Transformers, especially for small and fragile parts or for joints.
*looks at Titanium Series and its floppy arms and legs* Yeah no. Besides, metal would make figures even more expensive that they already are.
The main problem with "Arcana" lies within misassemblies, and people overlooking the fact he can be unlocked by pushing down the grey piece on Brainstorm's chest.
Posted by Evil Eye on November 9th, 2014 @ 12:15pm CST
The cost would be an isuue, but on the plus side, if it was done right then it would be much, much sturdier, and fixing the misassembly wouldn't risk breaking the head.
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 9th, 2014 @ 12:37pm CST
Posted by Evil Eye on November 9th, 2014 @ 12:42pm CST
Posted by durroth on November 9th, 2014 @ 4:18pm CST
Posted by fenrir72 on November 9th, 2014 @ 8:35pm CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:shajaki wrote:7i find it odd that you say theyre on par with RL, as every reviewer ive seen has said that half of them dont actually fit where there supposed to go.
Maybe those reviewers have hands full of thumbs, but I had no problem making ALL of the stickers on Roadbuster fit perfectly where they belong.
For wanting to pimp Tomy RB here you go
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?siteid=0&pub=5574891718&campid=5336631220&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F231375117632%3F
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Posted by fenrir72 on November 9th, 2014 @ 8:42pm CST
Delta Magnus wrote:Well the Titanium series was a victim of people who weren't used to making action figures being made to...well, make action figures. Metal can be used to great effect- just look at Bandai's Soul of Chogokin and Super Robot Chogokin figures and the Takara Binaltech TFs.
The cost would be an isuue, but on the plus side, if it was done right then it would be much, much sturdier, and fixing the misassembly wouldn't risk breaking the head.
Strategical use of metal parts are indeed a plus.
In Jetfire for instance, that connecting strut to the cockpit module. Brainstorm needs his neck as diecast, or the joint that allows for rotation. Similar to the metal "axels" used on G1 Optimus Prime. Again, fans/consumers should be prepared for the added cost.
Great SOC analogy btw. Take a look at A-3 by Artstorm. Great use of die-cast (he is non transforming) at par with SOC. The paint on the die-cast parts are top notch that you can't tell the difference from its ABS/PVC parts, unlike Takara's MP-01. The frickin paints is corroding already and chips off.
Posted by durroth on November 9th, 2014 @ 11:24pm CST
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Delta Magnus wrote:I'll say it now: all of the woes people have had with Brainstorm's Headmaster could have been averted if they'd made his Headmaster's head out of metal.
I really think metal should make a comeback in Transformers, especially for small and fragile parts or for joints.
*looks at Titanium Series and its floppy arms and legs* Yeah no. Besides, metal would make figures even more expensive that they already are.
But metal parts have a certain advantage where durability is concerned. After all, you can't kill the metal. Those who try are smote to the ground.
Posted by mooncake623 on November 10th, 2014 @ 9:17am CST
Posted by Yupbot on November 10th, 2014 @ 2:07pm CST
Posted by shajaki on November 10th, 2014 @ 2:13pm CST
Posted by Wolfman Jake on November 10th, 2014 @ 2:28pm CST
shajaki wrote:doest hasbros RB have light piping?
Nope. Hasbro's version has the visor painted over in green paint.
Posted by shajaki on November 10th, 2014 @ 2:39pm CST
well dang. i hope the plastics match between hastak, cause ill mix and match if at all possible (hasbros thighs on takaras body).Wolfman Jake wrote:Nope. Hasbro's version has the visor painted over in green paint.shajaki wrote:doest hasbros RB have light piping?
Posted by Va'al on November 12th, 2014 @ 5:55am CST
Posted by RotorstormNZ on November 12th, 2014 @ 1:32pm CST
Posted by Bounti76 on November 12th, 2014 @ 3:00pm CST
Posted by shajaki on November 12th, 2014 @ 3:04pm CST
Posted by RotorstormNZ on November 12th, 2014 @ 3:17pm CST
shajaki wrote:if they fixed his terrifying knees, im in.
? I haven't come across that, could you elaborate for me?
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 12th, 2014 @ 3:22pm CST
Posted by Cobotron on November 12th, 2014 @ 4:59pm CST
We'll just leave him on the shelf.
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 12th, 2014 @ 5:32pm CST
Cobotron wrote:YIKES!!!!
We'll just leave him on the shelf.
Not saying he will break at the slightest touch, but caution is advised when manipulating his knees, like no sideways movement.
Posted by Sabrblade on November 12th, 2014 @ 5:34pm CST
Posted by megatronus on November 12th, 2014 @ 6:04pm CST
Posted by fenrir72 on November 12th, 2014 @ 6:15pm CST
Bounti76 wrote:I wonder if this Whirl will be a shelfwarmer like the U.S. version. No matter WHAT store I go into, there are at least three or four Whirls on the shelf.
Good for you that it reached your locality. I'm having to wait for the Tomy version via amiami
Posted by Madeus Prime on November 12th, 2014 @ 9:02pm CST
Bounti76 wrote:I wonder if this Whirl will be a shelfwarmer like the U.S. version. No matter WHAT store I go into, there are at least three or four Whirls on the shelf.
Still 100% better to see multiples of him on the shelves then a certain yellow scout.
Besides, I'm waiting until super-clearance and I'm gonna stockpile some of them. You can never have too many Whirls or Waspinators.
Posted by Cyberpath on November 19th, 2014 @ 3:25am CST
Posted by Seibertron on November 19th, 2014 @ 4:24pm CST
Posted by Cyberpath on November 19th, 2014 @ 4:26pm CST
Takara on the left.
Posted by SW's SilverHammer on November 19th, 2014 @ 4:39pm CST
Posted by Wolfman Jake on November 19th, 2014 @ 4:50pm CST
Posted by Sabrblade on November 19th, 2014 @ 5:09pm CST
Though, what was Takara thinking putting the on the cockpit windshield instead of on the perfectly good spot above the windshield?
Posted by shajaki on November 19th, 2014 @ 5:21pm CST
both it is then!
Posted by Wolfman Jake on November 19th, 2014 @ 7:44pm CST
Posted by Robogeek1973 on November 19th, 2014 @ 8:04pm CST
Those extra paint apps and darker cockpit look great.
Posted by shajaki on November 19th, 2014 @ 8:08pm CST
well, basically for both their separate pros: hasbros is comic accurate, takaras just looks amazing!Wolfman Jake wrote:Why both?
Posted by Wolfman Jake on November 19th, 2014 @ 10:28pm CST
shajaki wrote:well, basically for both their separate pros: hasbros is comic accurate, takaras just looks amazing!Wolfman Jake wrote:Why both?
But, which will you put in your Classics/Neo-G1 display?
Posted by shajaki on November 19th, 2014 @ 10:35pm CST
no ideaWolfman Jake wrote:But, which will you put in your Classics/Neo-G1 display?shajaki wrote:well, basically for both their separate pros: hasbros is comic accurate, takaras just looks amazing!Wolfman Jake wrote:Why both?
i actually still plan to get TW brainwave. and if TW makes a full headmasters line then ill keep them together (preserve aesthetics) as my neo headmasters. but who knows? maybe hasbro will make all our headmasters
Posted by leakin' lubricant on November 26th, 2014 @ 11:09am CST
Robot Mode:
Now first I would like to say I dont own the Hasbro version so I cannot really comment on the differences between the two, and secondly I recieved this loose of a China based eBayer, the version I recived has some differences to the version previewed earlier on this thread, so I'm not sure if it is a test shot or the figure has had some last minute changes.
I must say I really like the bot mode, love his proportions and my initial worries about his feet being too big disappeared once I got him displayed just so, the colour pallet is pleasing to the eye and screams Roadbuster. Lots of ratcheted joints is reasuring for stability, although I will say some of them seem pretty tight, especially the upper thigh ratchets which seem to be a bit on th squeeky side, leading me to think they may strip over time (time will tell on that one), if anyone can reply with similar problems with the Hasbro version I would appreciate it. Other tight joints include the bicep swivel and knee swivel , but these are not ratcheted so should not cause any problems in the future. Theres a nice level of articulation to the figure and I really like the customisable nature of the weaponry. Paint apps are very good with no blemishes.
One interesting point is the preview shot posted earlier in the thread shows Roadbuster to have very distinctive metallic green paint on his visor, however my version has very lightly tinted green light piping.
Again I'm not sure if this is a test shot or the figure has been subject to last minute changes, we shall see.
Alt Mode
Transformation is quite simple, but very rewarding, everything slots and tabs away nicely, there is very litte kibble. The alt mode is very pleasing to the eye and there are plenty of 5mm slots to accomadate and customise the weaponry.
In summary I am very happy with this figure, some of the joints are quite tight in places and some of the ratchets may be prone to stripping which is a bit of a worry, however as I have mentioned this may not be the retail version of the figure. Also the figure came loose so no sticker sheet as with the Hasbro version but I belive that the Takara versions dont come with sticker sheets anyway.
Posted by Robogeek1973 on November 26th, 2014 @ 11:22am CST
I definitely prefer this version over the Hasbro one, but I already have the Hasbro one, ah well.
Posted by leakin' lubricant on November 26th, 2014 @ 11:25am CST
Robogeek1973 wrote:Nice review, thanks man.
I definitely prefer this version over the Hasbro one, but I already have the Hasbro one, ah well.
No worries, thanks, can you comment on the Hasbro versions upper thighs (where they meet the pelvis) do they have a bit of a squeeky sound when you move them?
Posted by Robogeek1973 on November 26th, 2014 @ 11:28am CST
leakin' lubricant wrote:Robogeek1973 wrote:Nice review, thanks man.
I definitely prefer this version over the Hasbro one, but I already have the Hasbro one, ah well.
No worries, thanks, can you comment on the Hasbro versions upper thighs (where they meet the pelvis) do they have a bit of a squeeky sound when you move them?
I haven't handled him in awhile, but I don't remember them squeaking. I'll try to remember to check when I get home from work tonight.
Posted by leakin' lubricant on November 26th, 2014 @ 11:29am CST
Robogeek1973 wrote:leakin' lubricant wrote:Robogeek1973 wrote:Nice review, thanks man.
I definitely prefer this version over the Hasbro one, but I already have the Hasbro one, ah well.
No worries, thanks, can you comment on the Hasbro versions upper thighs (where they meet the pelvis) do they have a bit of a squeeky sound when you move them?
I haven't handled him in awhile, but I don't remember them squeaking. I'll try to remember to check when I get home from work tonight.
OK thanks.
Posted by Cobotron on November 26th, 2014 @ 12:57pm CST
Great review.
Tak version looks fine without stickers.
Sure wish Hasby hadn't skipped out on the light pipe.
edit:
I've also got one super loose knee, rather annoying actually.