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[chuckdawg1999]

It kinda looks like RID Starscream

[william-james88]

Well, love 'em or not, Screamer will be mine. The artwork is sweet.

I will wait until there are better toys based on these designs which may or may not happen since these designs werent really made with specific toys in mind)

[angtre]

A nice design for Starscream for sure, but I'm more curious about Megatron and Grimlock, since I fear that this line might be similar to the "Classic" one, and those two, well, s**ked a bit in that one.

[Va'al]

After the renders we recently saw in our news cycle, we now have the official stock images again (first seen here) - and listings, though not actually in stock - on the US side of the market for the latest toyline from Hasbro: Transformers Authentics. Coming directly onto the HasbroToyShop website, and priced each at $4.99, Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee, and Starscream can be seen though not ordered, and we get a better description of the figures.

Check them out below, look at our previous coverage of some of the figures here, and join the discussion!

Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 4.5-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Optimus Prime figure. It changes from robot mode to truck mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Optimus Prime is the legendary leader of the Autobots known for his wisdom, courage, and strength on the battlefield. He fights to protect the freedom of all beings in the universe, ensuring his friends and allies are safe from evil Decepticons.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.[/quote]

Bumblebee is a heroic Autobot scout who’s always ready to fight for the safety of his friends and fellow Autobots. He’s one of the most loyal bots out there, so his allies know they can count on Bumblebee to be there when they need him.

Megatron is the evil leader of the Decepticons. He will do anything to increase his personal power and the strength of the bots on his side. Megatron is ruthless and serves no one but himself, and believes that one day he will rule the universe.

Starscream is the treacherous Decepticon second-in-command. He believes himself to be the only bot in the universe capable of leading the Decepticons to victory over the Autobots. Starscream is thus always looking to remove Megatron from his throne.

[-Kanrabat-]

If I ever find them in the wild, I'd like at least Megatron. He look neat.

Bee and Optimus just look sad in both modes while Starscream transform like one of those matchbox car. Pathetic.

[Emerje]

Technically they aren't listed on HTS yet, the links from those product pages are all bad.

At least they've finally confirmed that the line is in fact called "Transformers Authentics".

Emerje

[-Kanrabat-]

At least they've finally confirmed that the line is in fact called "Transformers Authentics".

Emerje

They call this like "Authentic" because they want to assure us those are official Transformers, not Dollar Store KOs.

[Ultra Markus]

they war far worse than those voyager size walgreens exclusives with no knee joints

[william-james88]

Soon after the recent appearance of the Authentics 4.5" toys on HTS, finally confirming the name of this series, Hasbro now updates their online database to include two new additions to the line we were unaware of thus far. They are none other than Bumblebee and Optimus Prime but in a 7 inch scale. This 7" class also features Grimlock, and he can be found below as well along with their product descriptions which specify that Bumblebee and Optimus convert in 4 steps (that info is erroneously left out of Grimlock's description). Like the 4.5" toys, these are based on the Evergreen designs. While they are new toys, both Optimus and Bumblebee seem to be upscaled versions of those same toys with added articulation. You can see images of the 4.5" toys here for comparison to these 7" toys.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Bumblebee figure. It changes from robot mode to sports car mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Bumblebee is a heroic Autobot scout who’s always ready to fight for the safety of his friends and fellow Autobots. He’s one of the most loyal bots out there, so his allies know they can count on Bumblebee to be there when they need him.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to sports car mode in 4 steps
• Drive circles around the Decepticons with the Autobot Scout Bumblebee

• Figure scale: 7 inches

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Optimus Prime figure. It changes from robot mode to truck mode and back in just 4 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Optimus Prime is the legendary leader of the Autobots. He is known for his wisdom, courage, and strength on the battlefield. He fights to protect the freedom of all beings in the universe, ensuring his friends and allies are safe from evil Decepticons.

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to truck mode in 4 steps
• Lead the Autobots with Optimus Prime

• Figure scale: 7 inches

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Transformers Authentics figures feature popular Transformers characters at a 7-inch scale. Experience the excitement of Transformers conversion play with this Transformers Authentics Grimlock figure. It changes from robot mode to Dinobot mode and back in just 7 easy steps. Choose a side and collect other Transformers Authentics figures to stage epic Autobot vs. Decepticon battles (each sold separately. Subject to availability).

Grimlock is the powerful leader of the Dinobots. He is one of the strongest bots in the universe. When battling Decepticons, he prefers to let his feet, teeth, and tail do the talking. When Grimlock unleashed, no Decepticon can stop him!

Transformers Authentics figures bring the exciting conversion play you can come to expect from a Transformers figure. Transformers Authentics figures are a great way to start any Transformers collection.

• Includes: figure

• Transformers Authentics figure
• Choose your side: the heroic Autobots or the evil Decepticons
• Awesome Transformers converting action
• Convert from robot mode to Dinobot mode in steps
• Stomp Decepticons with the Dinobot Leader Grimlock

• Figure scale: 7 inches

[chuckdawg1999]

These will probably be the best figures of 2018

[Quantum Surge]

They gave Bee elbow joints but no proper hip joints? Prime looks no better than his smaller form did. I guess Grimlock looks okay, but man does he really need more paint!

[-Kanrabat-]

Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps. That Grimlock also look pretty boss. Ironically better looking than the horrid PotP version!

If I ever see one in the wild, I may pick one up. Then, I'll get some painting practice.

[Jelze Bunnycat]

Very silly question, but what team was responsible for the design of these toys?

[-Kanrabat-]

Very silly question, but what team was responsible for the design of these toys?

This one:

[william-james88]

Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps.

I thought you really liked that RID 3 Step Grimlock.

[bacem]

i am questioning the designer's decision to make optimus and bumblebee's elbow joint bend inside like a gorilla, when they are totally able to give a normal elbow bend on grimlock

[Jelze Bunnycat]

For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

[leokearon]

So you have to may more for your Autobots to get elbows

[WreckerJack]

Ehh, at least the headsculpts are nice. Bee looks wonderfully grumpy.

[-Kanrabat-]

Those 7" versions of Bee and Optimus are still ugly asfak, but just giving them elbows is a great improvements that make the toys worthwhile. And those are better than the RiD and Movie 3 steps.

I thought you really liked that RID 3 Step Grimlock.

Oh, that one ROCK. But he definitely proper hands and some elbows would have been welcome. Plus those would have never hindered the 3 steps gimmick.

I also happen to have 3 steps Thunderhoof but this one is far from perfect. The 3 steps gimmick in his shoulders is not responsive 100% of the time. And finally for the big 1 step TLK Optimus, appart the paint that [ur=https://www.seibertron.com/energonpub/tlk-turbo-changer-optimus-prime-paint-overhaul--t109227.phpl]I IMPROVED[/url] I would really liked a bonus step to fold down the feet for truck mode.

[-Kanrabat-]

For relative sizing purposes:

4.5" / 11.4 cm: between Legends & Deluxe Class
7" / 17.8 cm: Voyager Class

(used figures on hand)

... and the latter coming carded works against it when it comes to legitimacy at first sight. Generally speaking, figures of that size are usually boxed; KO's on the other hand are a different story. Not saying they're KO's, just that people will think that they are... at least of similar quality.

Oh, not at all.
Don't forget that the 3 steps and Turbo Changers toys are voyager sized too and are packaged in a similar fashion. Little kids seem to LOVE touching the plastic and then call mom to buy it. That's why no 1 steps or standard sized Rescue Bots are boxed too.

[Emerje]

i am questioning the designer's decision to make optimus and bumblebee's elbow joint bend inside like a gorilla, when they are totally able to give a normal elbow bend on grimlock

This is what I was going to say. It's especially odd since there's plenty of space to have given them proper forward elbows.

Grimlock looks like the kind of figure that'll be fun to keep on the desk and just mess around with. Just something cheap and fairly decent looking to quickly transform back and forth.

Emerje

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[Ultra Markus]

almost looks like the new toyline for the cyberverse show
that grimlock though not as bad as the others

[Sabrblade]

almost looks like the new toyline for the cyberverse show
that grimlock though not as bad as the others

More like both the Cyberverse show and the Authentics line will be incorporating the evergreen designs into themselves.