TFW2005 member Nevermore has brought to our attention a new Transformers Authentics Bravo Arcee figure listing from ACD Distribution. The included image shows Arcee packaged on her card, displaying some nice artwork and giving us a view of her robot and car modes, plus the fact that she comes with a blaster accessory. A separate robot mode shot is also provided. The product description is as follows:
“Transformers Authentics Bravo Series figures feature popular Transformers characters like Optimus Prime and Megatron at a 4.5-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with figures that change between modes in just a few steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles.
Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.”
Check it out and let us know what you think on the boards!
Psychoshi
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Arcee is a good size for riding a deluxe class bike.
Runamuck86
why do i think this looks nicer than my Earthrise Arcee ?
Robowang
This will make a decent Legends+ Arcee.
Vanya
No sight of either in South Florida yet, but I haven't looked extensively.
Aberration
Saw Wheeljack at a Family Dollar and Arcee at Dollar General in the Phoenix area
Xero Prime
I picked up this Arcee a couple weeks back at a Fred Meyers near Seattle. Wierd
Malunis_T
Nice! In my unspecified part of the states I'd been seeing the Alpha class Wheeljack, so I would keep an eye out, but never saw anything for Arcee. Outside of a recent eBay listing for like $20 (not worth it) that disappeared very quickly. Looking forward to an in-person purchase.
engledogg
Weird…the sticker covering the UPC is on the cardboard insert, within the sealed bubble, so I'm not sure what's going on.
The next time I'm there, I'll check the other bots that showed up with Wheeljack to see if they have the weird codes, as well.
Edit: I just did a Google search for the odd UPC number and it did yield some results, not related to Wheeljack, but related to previously-released Authentics figures from the Alpha assortment.
430001116989 – Google Search
Edit 2: Took a quick pic of Bumblebee and Megatron's UPC codes at Dollar General:
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Same as Wheeljack's, both on the cardboard insert, inside the bubble…so, does this mean DG gets their own allotment from Hasbro with these unique bar code stickers applied at the factory?
MIKE
engledogg
Nevermore
That's definitely not a Hasbro barcode. Hasbro barcodes typically begin with 630509 (pre-2022 UPCs), 195166 (2022 UPCs), 5010993 (pre-2022 EANs) or 5010994 (2022 EANs).
Obnimaz
I hadn't realized she wasn't 'out' yet. Picked her up at a Fred Meyer (Kroger) store in Portland almost a month ago. I have not seen Wheeljack yet but they've gotten several of the Arcee. I really like the car mode a lot, the robot mode is kind of OK if you don't touch her. I appreciate that she comes with her weapon
Black Convoy
Nice find! Thanks for sharing!
sdtessmann
Doesn't hold together in vehicle mode very well. I do like the gun storage, though.
sdtessmann
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Found at Dollar General in Waupun and Beaver Dam, WI.
WishfulThinking
Honestly, he's kind of a discount MP Wheeljack (similar size and great articulation). The only thing sacrificed is the waist but I'm okay with that since it uses his actual windshield. Pair him up with Cyber Battalion Sideswipe and Prowl and you have a winner.
KFGatri
I agree. I've bought LOP, a few Cores and Authentics Barricade this year. Guess which one I found the best value for the money?
Nevermore
There's no such thing.
worldsgreatest
The quality isn't questionable on these and Earthrise Wheeljack rules.
artiepants
I’m sure the quality will be questionable, but it’s crazy how much more on-model this Alpha Wheeljack is then the crappy Earthrise figure — the chest being the right shape works wonders, and frankly I think the headsculpt looks a bit more on-point too.
weevil
it looks like siege wheeljack.