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Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 1:06 pm**

From our friends at Universal Orlando Resort ...

Universal Orlando Resort wrote:

Life-Size Optimus Prime Prepares for Battle Atop Universal Orlando Resort’s TRANSFORMERS: The Ride – 3D

Optimus Prime is ready for battle – towering above the entrance to Universal Orlando Resort’s highly-anticipated, blockbuster attraction, TRANSFORMERS: The Ride – 3D. The addition of the authentically-sized leader of the Autobots Thursday morning, May 30, 2013 is one of the finishing touches to the attraction. Optimus Prime stands guard at 28 feet tall and nearly nine tons, beckoning recruits to join the resistance against the invading Decepticons. The mind-blowing, action-packed thrill ride, which was constructed in record time, officially opens June 20 at Universal Studios Florida.

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© 2013 Hasbro. © 2013 DW Studios L.L.C. and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All rights reserved. Licensed by Hasbro.

While Seibertron.com hasn't been to Transformers The Ride 3D at Universal Orlando Resort yet, we did get a chance to visit Universal Hollywood Studios last year. If you want a good idea of what to expect in Orlando, you can view our coverage and tons of photos from Universal Hollywood Studios by clicking here.

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 1:42 pm**

That is freakin' sweet. I would go just to see life-sized OP.

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 1:58 pm**

waaay better than the crappy costumes they have. although with a 4th movie coming out with a new looking prime. whats the point of this thing?

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 2:15 pm**

griftimus prime wrote:waaay better than the crappy costumes they have. although with a 4th movie coming out with a new looking prime. whats the point of this thing?

It's how he looks in the actual ride, duh.

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 3:06 pm**

kirbenvost wrote:That is freakin' sweet. I would go just to see life-sized OP.

Me too. I think if I was there at the moment, I'd be compelled to climb up there just to stand next to Prime.

I would stand next to Optimus valiantly.

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 3:44 pm**

Where are his wings ?

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 3:50 pm**

Overloaded wrote:Where are his wings ?

What wings?

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 4:33 pm**

The Optimus Prime and Bumblebee walk around characters took a break from Universal Studios Orlando last night to visit Marlins Park. The pair accompanied Timothy Stahlsmith as he threw the ceremonial first pitch in last night's game versus the Tampa Bay Rays thanks to the Give Kids the World Foundation. They remained on hand to take pictures with fans throughout the game. Video footage can be found on Yahoo! Sports by clicking here.

Image courtesy of the Marlins Instagram:

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 5:22 pm**

Reminds me this guy:

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 5:55 pm**

its too bad its outta reach, imagine the awesome photo op that could bring for visitors. granted at full size, you'd look like paris hilton's dog in comparison in the photo but it would still be cool.

Posted: **Thu May 30, 2013 9:19 pm**

El Duque wrote:The Optimus Prime and Bumblebee walk around characters took a break from Universal Studios Orlando last night to visit Marlins Park. The pair accompanied Timothy Stahlsmith as he threw the ceremonial first pitch in last night's game versus the Tampa Bay Rays thanks to the Give Kids the World Foundation. They remained on hand to take pictures with fans throughout the game. Video footage can be found on Yahoo! Sports by clicking here.

Image courtesy of the Marlins Instagram:

Now, we (Ranger's fans) need a healthy Giancarlo Stanton to transform into a Texas Ranger without Jurickson Profar transforming into a Miami Marlin!

Posted: **Fri May 31, 2013 1:44 am**

Sabrblade wrote:
Overloaded wrote:Where are his wings ?
What wings?

From transformers 3

Posted: **Fri May 31, 2013 6:46 am**

Our friend Ricky Brigante with Inside the Magic is reporting that last night was the "soft" opening for Transformers: The Ride 3D at Universal Studios Orlando. Full coverage can be found at Inside the Magic by clicking here. We've embedded his videos below.

Detailed queue walkthrough with queue videos (no ride):

Full ride (queue highlights):

Detailed queue walkthrough and full ride:

Posted: **Fri May 31, 2013 8:31 am**

remmolacha wrote:Reminds me this guy:

Totally reminds me!!! *Offtopic* was this pic taken in DR?

Posted: **Fri Jun 07, 2013 12:17 pm**

You could win a trip to Universal Orlando Resort! Experience all the action, thrills and excitement of Universal’s two amazing theme parks, including the epic new TRANSFORMERS: The Ride–3D, opening Summer 2013. Prepare for the greatest battle you’ll ever ride! Details at http://www.amazon.com/toys

Posted: **Mon Jun 10, 2013 11:52 am**

Overloaded wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Overloaded wrote:Where are his wings ?
What wings?

From transformers 3

You mean the ones that weren't a part of his body? It was just a jetpack.

Posted: **Fri Jun 14, 2013 1:02 pm**

The Universal Orlando Resort Facebook page is trying to set off a new internet craze to promote the opening of the Transformers: The Ride 3D attraction: Optimus Priming! Take a look below at how you could feature on the Facebook cover photo of the grand opening, by simply striking a pose.

Be part of the next internet craze, Optimus #Priming! Show us you’re ready for TRANSFORMERS: The Ride - 3D by replicating the iconic Optimus Prime pose and SHARE your own #priming photos to our Facebook wall. If selected you could be one of the lucky fans that will be featured in our Facebook cover photo on grand opening day, June 20.

To follow the #Priming craze follow our new tumblr blog here: http://optimuspriming.tumblr.com/

Posted: **Fri Jun 14, 2013 1:37 pm**

*just shakes his head*

Posted: **Fri Jun 14, 2013 1:59 pm**

"Iconic"? What do they mean iconic? I don't think he ever did that in the movies.

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Posted: **Fri Jun 14, 2013 3:27 pm**

Yweggo wrote:"Iconic"? What do they mean iconic? I don't think he ever did that in the movies.

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

"Today, in the name of freedom, we take the battle to them!"

He didn't have his blade extended when he said it, though.

Posted: **Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:16 am**

Any idea the wait for this thing. Going to try and see it while i am down there but I fear the lines will be awful.

Posted: **Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:28 am**

I think I might be going to this thing tomorrow.

Posted: **Wed Jun 19, 2013 7:20 pm**

Let us know what you think. I'm curious.

Posted: **Wed Jun 19, 2013 7:38 pm**

Anyone know when the opening starts? Because I probably won't even get there until damn 8 PM. I don't want to miss it.

Posted: **Wed Jun 19, 2013 10:36 pm**

I'm here in Orlando for the event. We had a special reception and got to ride the ride and shop at the store earlier in the evening. The grand opening commences in the morning and we shall be there.

SlyTF1 wrote:Anyone know when the opening starts? Because I probably won't even get there until damn 8 PM. I don't want to miss it.

The Grand Opening is a Red Carpet event that is VIP-only, meaning one would have had to be invited to attend. The event commences at 10am.

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