Thanks to the TF Yuki Twitter account, we’ve got a brand new in-hand image of the Takara Legends LG-14 Ultra Magnus! Seen pictured along side TAV21 Optimus Prime and TAV14 Ultra Magnus (Beast Hunters version), this Ultra Magnus will differ from Hasbro’s offering by including an Alpha Trion figure and a different color layout (slightly more accurate to some appearances in the More Than Meets The Eye comic).
Takara’s Ultra Magnus is due out in September. Check it out after the break.
[Wing_Saber-X]
yes me too! Of course the Takara version will have chrome parts to mirror- ahem**-the original God Ginrai…
Hanzkaz
Got the Takara version from HLJ. Absolutely no regrets at all. It's a nice update of the original toy. Now I can't wait for the new Powermaster Prime.
Psychoshi
I really like what you've done with the Hasbro version.
Last night, I received this figure in the mail. To my surprise, after staring at the big box that he comes in for a short while, I just felt completely indifferent about it, which almost never happens to me. Wondering if I should just try to sell it, or give it a chance.
Omega 0ne
I got my copy last week from HLJ and have finally just got around to handling him.
First impressions:
– Better tolerances and smoother joints, especially in the neck hinge and legs
– No stress marks near the ankles
– Slightly better plastic quality
– Super bright white and vibrant blue
– More cohesive alt mode
Some cons:
– Upper legs/hips a slightly darker shade of red compared to the thighs
– Two right ankle joints. I had to trim down the left one in order for the foot to collapse into the leg for transformation
– Looser ankle ratchets than the Hasbro version
– One of the rear tires is loose. There's a molding issue where it doesn't clip in fully
Not huge issues but it's still sad to see them in a Takara figure when my Hasbro one was relatively QC/error free
Regardless of whichever one you end up with, I still highly recommend this figure
Here are some comparison pics versus my custom detailed Hasbro CW Leader Ultra Magnus and Minimus Ambus. I know it's not exactly a fair matchup, but it will at least give you a glimpse of the differences in plastics/color/deco.
Mercutio
First video review up (in Japanese):
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[Wing_Saber-X]
best pic ever! :
Type-R
Roll out!
https://twitter.com/kaizoki/status/645894156972244993/photo/1
Type-R
Design sketches via TakaraTomy designer Yuya Onishi's Twitter.
https://twitter.com/YUYA0024_GT/status/646019913732067329
PlanckEpoch
You know, considering I haven't found UM anywhere at retail and I really don't want Minimus, I think I'll just shell out for this UM if he's still available.
GizmoTron
That picture of Alpha pouting with a smiling Magnus having his chest opened and showing the cockpit seems to sum up the entire argument with the fandom over Minimus Ambus.
siccoyote
Funny Anime Export didn't send me a stock reminder email but when I was just checking my orders I found he was ready.
The13Primes
try tfidownunder if you want devy he's only an extra $10 I think(aud)
MartyFeeb
The awesome yen-to-usd exchange rate helps big time. Just 4-5 years ago, it was 75 yen to the dollar… right when I chose to visit. Then you have the flip side – Hasbro raising prices on everything, getting closer and closer to Takara prices every year.
This hobby used to be more guilt-free, price-wise. Nowadays, while I realize the products have superior articulation, the high prices make me ponder purchases for too long – this hobby is becoming an expensive chore that requires TOO MUCH research.
I'm double-dipping on Hasbro & TakTom Magnus, if only because this is likely the last time we get to see an original mold of Magnus that matters (Prime's crap version doesn't count! ). And some of us can't afford that shiny MP version!
Transfotaku
Where I'm getting it from (HLJ) they have a 'pile of loot' like BBTS. I'm paying for my UM now, but he's sitting in my pile until October when the 3 Decepticon Ladies are released, as I pre-ordered them also. So I won't know shipping on just Magnus. So no, it doesn't include shipping, but HLJ isn't expensive there if you choose SAL. And definitely going to be cheaper than the $70 for the bad version.
I can't wait for those ladies either. Both so I can send the shipment, and because those three look awesome. Have to wait for Magnus until the girls come out, that makes me a bit sad. But worth it.
Mercutio
He looks goooooooooooooooooood.
Type-R
Part 2
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Type-R
Alfes2010's LG-14 Ultra Magnus gallery and review Part 1
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AutobotAlvaron
This Takara Ultra Magnus looks really nice. The Alpha Trion is a cool extra, though I would like a better/non-exclusive version of him at some point.
This Ultra Magnus' colors are different enough to make double-dipping tempting. The white weapons suit him much better and even the white plastic seems brighter. Silver paint on the wheels give UM an improved alt-mode look as well. A+ Takara, I might want them both after all.
[Wing_Saber-X]
It's the same for Malaysia as well…