Hasbro sent through official images of MPM-6 Masterpiece Movie Ironhide. These are most likely not the final shots, and are still somewhat small in size, but they give us a nice clear look of the figure and some of the features from various angles. Read on to check them out, and jump in the discussion on the 2005 Boards!
Transformers Masterpiece Movie Series Ironhide MPM-6
(Ages 8 and up/ Approx. Retail Price: $XX.XX/Available: Fall ‘18)
The Masterpiece Movie Series IRONHIDE MPM-6 figure is perfect for fans and collectors alike, with features inspired by the explosive 2007 Transformers live action movie. The figure showcases the practical AUTOBOT Weapons Specialist with impressive attention to detail. Imagine unleashing IRONHIDE action with die cast detailing, articulated hands, posable neck, movable faceplate and two cannon accessories. Converts from robot to GMC Heavy Duty Topkick 6500 4×4 Crew Cab Edition mode in 45 steps. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.
sadsfas
It's kinda like pointless bragging every time I was able to put this back into vehicle…
(But I did. And I only wasted half a morning for it)
NemesisJazz
He is awesome but 3p companies will capitalize on takara/hasbros mistakes.
Balzari
With me being a displayer rather than a player I think Ironhide is awesome.
However I feel peoples frustrations who are much more hands on with the figures than me.
My main gripe was the figure seemed quite scuffed up to me.
Not sure if it's because shiny black shows up scuffs or if they were being a little too rough in the factory.
In any case the beat up look suites Ironhide.
Balzari
I've had both TT and Hasbro.
Only differences I could find where black screws used on the TT whilst the Hasbro used silver screws.
The Hasbro also has a serial number printed on it in white.
QC wise they seemed identical.
The Hasbro seemed to have more scuff marks in the black plastic whilst the TT hood was stiffer so held up better when in robot mode. However the TT also had too much movement in the ratchet of it's right foot.
I don't think there are any specific QC differences when it comes to Hasbro or TT and more to do with individual figures.
ElekTriC
First part is alt mode i think? That is probalbly not the hood parts but the middle part with the gmc logo.
The arms are movie accurate. Sure of limits some articulation but its accurate.
QC i dont know because that depends on the user and mine is fine
Ken6996
Also it’s takara’s version which might have better QC
Ken6996
Like the issue with the hood not aligning or the design flaw with the arms being restricted by the chest pieces. Also QC but this would be from takara so it’s probably better
Rogzilla
For half retail? Yeah, I'd say he's worth it. There is no denying that he might be the most "flawed" of the MPMs to date: the arm tabs are hard to get in and rarely stay and the chest needs a locking point (I think my wedged way may be what was intended…or at least close to it… but it should have been better). But for about the price of a leader? With die cast parts, a good level of articulation and a good LOOKING toy? Yeah, I'd say that's solid.
ElekTriC
define "flaws"
NemesisJazz
It should not be too hard for a ko company to create improvements. The figure itself is not bad at all. It is a must for a IH fan especially at $60
xDeedles
I've not been on this forum for what seems like forever, but in reality it's a few months, but I would have thought we'd have a reveal that some company is producing a KO by now. I know the whole dates aren't reliable for KO companies but I don't remember it taking this long for confirmations of other MPM kos after they launched
Panzertron
No without question for me. I prefer waiting some months for an improved KO version from BMB or Weijiang.
Ken6996
Is an mpm 6 from takara worth getting at Amazon jp for like $52 considering the flaws?
NemesisJazz
Finally got him and he is amazing to me! Wow, die cast, painted parts, etc…A real masterpiece!!! He was a floppy mess when i opened him but after i locked the chest it has been good since. I can see why designers gave it a bit of leeway to support articulation but whywhy articul when its going to look way off? Due to this, it does feel like an unfinished product since a locking tab that can connect to his neck area would have solved it all. Oh well, i added stability by wedging the tire by the connector that holds and gives the chest articulation. So far so good. Not a permanent solution but it prevents the drooping of the arms and chest during poses.View attachment 28232295 View attachment 28232296 View attachment 28232297
Rogzilla
I think you got it!
ElekTriC
how about this
Megatron118
Unfortunately I don’t think they’d be able to give an answer. Just a poor design choice. Le sigh
World Prime
I wish one of the designers would just make a video where they show us the right damn way to use this thing.
Rogzilla
You’re getting there and if that’s holding, then great! But mine are a bit more twisted in, towards the sternum. It should look as if the grill has been pushed in by the middle piece, with the corners pointing forward now instead of the grill.
I think that’s one of the big things I see: everyone wants Ironhide’s chest/shoulders to be the truck grill pointed forward but it’s pointed in.
ElekTriC
kinda trying but cant get it to "work" so maybe i am doing it wrong or its just luck?
edit:
kinda have this now and the shoulderpads look like they are more secure. not sure if this is what you said