Planet Iacon on Facebook has shared pics of a pair of Studio Series for our enjoyment today. First up is SS-46 Studio Series Dropkick. The second version of the character in the Studio Series line. However, this version gives us a more onscreen faithful look as well as his muscle-car alternate mode. The pics included show various angles in both modes, but no comparison shots. Second, we have SS-35 Leader Class Dark Of The Moon Optimus Prime. This release is the previous use of the Optimus Prime mold, which was released as a voyager. Now, it’s coming packaged in the leader class assortment but includes his trailer. The trailer turns into his flight gear and his weapons ring platform. You can check out all the image after the break.
optimusprimeroc
It can also come to life if you do what I did
The car on the left is covered in 2x coverage Rust-Oleum high gloss lacquer spray and the one on the right isnt
RoboW4rrior298
Yeah, I think the Studio Series line can really come to life if it’s done right.
Shmoptimus Prime
I haven't met a figure yet that didn't benefit from a little panel lining. No need to even do every single line, just areas with a lot of molded detail.
RoboW4rrior298
That’s noted, and I’ve dabbled in panel liners before. I currently use them on my Siege stuff and oh man they really pop. Seems like they were intended for it.
Shmoptimus Prime
Gundam markers and/or molotow. If you get silver, gold, red, blue, and some panel liners you’ll be covered for most situations.
RoboW4rrior298
I agree, what brand would you recommend? On that note, any idea on what model paints work best on the current plastic Hasbro use? I want to completely do over all the full grey on the DOTM Prime.
Honestly, I think that I would have accepted the abs not to be painted if it meant that all of the other stuff was fully painted like in the early/box images.
The abs could have been done by myself easily and it’d be less work.
Shmoptimus Prime
Silver paint pens are inexpensive and easy to use and I recommend every TF fan have one! That being said, I'm really glad they just did it themselves cause it would have been silly af to not have them painted.
RoboW4rrior298
True, that’s what worried me the most. Would have been an eyesore
Rogzilla
Yes, I am aware. That is the piece I am talking about. My point is that it would appear, based on that piece, that there was an intention for the leader Prime to be a metallic red at some point but it changed between the production of Jetfire and the production of Prime.
Actar
No, no. SS Jetfire comes with an extra TF1/ROTF ab piece specifically for this Prime, in case you didn't buy SS32 Prime. But it's painted metallic red instead of the normal red.
Shmoptimus Prime
At least they painted the abs silver.
Rogzilla
So the Prime isn't the same color as that ab piece? Weird. I wonder what happened there. Maybe a last minute budget cut? I notice there are a couple other minor paint apps missing that are present on the preview images (yellow on the axe, dark grey on the guns). But definitely makes me happy I got the other Prime was well.
Actar
The DOTM Prime + swapped ab piece and Jetfire. I really don't like the shiny ab piece, so I just cannibalized the one from the ROTF figure.
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neevnav
This went from a definite buy to a "Meh, maybe." I have the Dr Wu weapons kit already, and I was hoping the trailer was a bit bigger in weapon ring mode. Shield is also way too small. Thanks for the pics though.
Rob
Thank you for checking
Actar
Sorry! Don't have Siege Prime. As for SS38, the flight pack is molded specifically for the Movie Voyager Primes. Weapons, yes.
Rob
I have two questions
1. Can Siege Optimus and/or SS38 connect to the trailer in vehicle mode?
2. Can Siege Optimus and/or SS38 Use the flight mode or weapons?
Thank you so very much in advance .
TFtoycollector
Dropkick arrived today from eBay. Easily one of my Favourites from Studio Series.
kaijuguy19
That's great to hear. I already SS Jetfire so this is going to be awesome having an Optimus that can wear both Jetfire and his trailer from time to time.