Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed

Wednesday, July 20th, 2016 8:01pm CDT

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On this first night of San Diego Comic Con, we bring to you some of the first news to come out of the Con. 3A has partnered with Hasbro to create a whole new Generation 1 line of Transformers statues, and they are starting off with none other than our great leader, Optimus Prime!

Prime is a new take on the design, using his original cartoon design as a skeleton but adding some new design flares to make him eye catching and different. He also comes with many different parts to attach on, such as his wheels in case you like him with the visible wheels, blaster, trusty old Megatron slashing axe, Ion blaster, Matrix and more! Also included is some die cast construction and some LED lights.

This statue will be standing a proud 16 inches tall and already has the planned repaints into the White Prime AKA Ultra Magnus, and he also has a Nemesis Prime redeco in the works! All 3 of these statues will be available in the 3rd quarter of 2016 for pre-order. You can check out the whole article on 3A's Website, and we have mirrored below the sketch phase, gray model phase, and final product for you to check out!

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Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807211)
Posted by joeprime276 on July 20th, 2016 @ 8:52pm CDT

These look pretty nice except the rustic paint apps make it not look very G1. I understand it's meant to give it some new style, but it takes away from the G1 aesthetic in my opinion.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807225)
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 20th, 2016 @ 9:49pm CDT

I'm sorry, but what's the point if a non transforming transformer?

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807226)
Posted by Sabrblade on July 20th, 2016 @ 9:51pm CDT

D-Maximus_Primal wrote:This statue will be standing a proud 16 inches tall

Then he can fight Combiner Wars Devastator.

Ironhidensh wrote:I'm sorry, but what's the point if a non transforming transformer?

To be a fancy display piece rather than a children's toy?

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807244)
Posted by Super Megatron on July 20th, 2016 @ 10:36pm CDT

Yup. Easy pass.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807258)
Posted by skywarp-2 on July 20th, 2016 @ 11:09pm CDT

Super Megatron wrote:Yup. Easy pass.

THIS...

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807306)
Posted by griftimus prime on July 21st, 2016 @ 6:23am CDT

looks really cool but it does not transform. not interested

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1807336)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on July 21st, 2016 @ 8:03am CDT

There are lots of new G1 Prime statues in the making right now, aren't there

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1854798)
Posted by Va'al on January 26th, 2017 @ 3:20am CST

Officially licensed statue creators 3A have released a set of photos on their Facebook page showing off their Generation 1 line Optimus Prime statue, with die-cast, articulation, changeable features, lights and sound and accessories. Check them out mirrored below, along with more info on the figure!

Hasbro and licensee 3A proudly present the first release in the epic Transformers Generation One (TFG1) Premium Scale Collectible Series: the heroic Leader of the Autobots, OPTIMUS PRIME! Taking direct inspiration from the 1980s toy and animated series character model, Ashley Wood and the development team at ThreeA have taken a remixed approach that blends their uniquely stylized aesthetics while retaining Optimus Prime’s original iconic look.

Optimus Prime Classic Edition stands approximately 16” (40.64cm) tall and bears a stylized brawler-esque physique. The Classic Edition features a hefty 30% die-cast body, heavily weathered metallic paint, LED illuminated detailing, and an incredible range of articulation – including opening Matrix Chamber. The tankards and wheel wells are removable for a more streamlined animation style appearance. TFG1 Optimus Prime figure comes complete with interchangeable Energon Axe and his iconic Blaster Rifle.

Hasbro x ThreeA
Transformers Generation One
OPTIMUS PRIME CLASSIC EDITION
Premium Scale Collectible Series

Materials: Zinc Alloy, ABS, PVC, POM, PC and Magnet

Features:

Officially Licensed by Hasbro
Approximately 16inches Tall (40.64cm)
59 points of Articulation
LED Illuminated Optics, Autobot Badge, Blaster Rifle, and Matrix Chamber
(Battery Required 8x AG-13, Not included)
30% Die-cast Metal Detailing

Includes:

Matrix of Leadership
Interchangeable Energon Ax
Blaster Rifle
Removable Tankard Grenades
Magnetically Removable Tire Wells

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1854813)
Posted by BumbleDouche on January 26th, 2017 @ 7:32am CST

From some angles his chest looks like a crushed soda can. Dunno where they got the idea for that weirdly angled breast-section if their motivation was cartoon accuracy... I think the proportions on MP-10 are more aesthetically pleasing than this heap. & for the sake of completeness, I'll add the usual critique, namely: if it doesn't transform, it's not a Transformer.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1854828)
Posted by Kyleor on January 26th, 2017 @ 8:54am CST

Doesn't articulation make it not a statue? The chest looks very War For/Fall of Cybertron style, not G1.

I really like the idea of non-transforming, highly show/comic/game accurate, highly detailed, properly accessorized, highly articulate/pose-able figures (for either robot or alt-mode, or both), but I don't see them taking off.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1854836)
Posted by Glarryg on January 26th, 2017 @ 9:09am CST

If you call it a "statue," you can charge more for it.

Glarryg

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1854886)
Posted by Vi3t-BaDBoY on January 26th, 2017 @ 1:06pm CST

Where can I pre-order this?

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1873443)
Posted by Va'al on April 10th, 2017 @ 2:58pm CDT

A couple of months after our last look at the statue, 3A and Hasbro are bringing us some more info about the non-transforming statue of Optimus Prime in the Generation One line from the licensed company. Through both their Instagram account and the Hasbro Pulse newsletter, we get the press release and some shots which may seem familiar to people following the news on this figure... nonetheless, check it all out below or head here for even more!

Hasbro and ThreeA proudly present the first release in the TG1 Premium Scale Collectible Series: Optimus Prime

Hasbro and licensee 3A proudly present the first release in the epic Transformers Generation One (TFG1) Premium Scale Collectible Series: the heroic Leader of the Autobots, OPTIMUS PRIME! Taking direct inspiration from the 1980s toy and animated series model, Ashley Wood and the development team at ThreeA have taken an approach that delicately blends their stylized aesthetics while retaining Optimus Prime’s original iconic look.

Optimus Prime Classic Edition stands approximately 16” (40.64cm) tall and bears a designed brawler-esque physique. The Classic Edition features die-cast parts, heavily weathered metallic paint, LED illuminated detailing, and an incredible range of articulation – including opening Matrix Chamber. The tankards and wheel wells are removable for a more streamlined animation style appearance. TFG1 Optimus Prime comes complete with interchangeable Energon Axe and his iconic Blaster.

Features:

Approximately 16inches Tall (40.64cm)
Fully Articulated – Including Articulated Fingers
LED Illuminated Optics, Autobot Badge, and Matrix Chamber
Die-cast Metal Detailing

Includes:

Interchangeable Energon Ax
Iconic Blaster Rifle
Removable Tankard Grenades
Magnetically Removable Tire Wells

ABOUT OPTIMUS PRIME
Function: COMMANDER
Optimus Prime is the awe-inspiring leader of the Autobots. Selfless, caring, and endlessly courageous, he seeks to protect all life – whether that be human or Cybertronian. Originally a mere civilian known as Orion Pax, he was chosen by the Matrix of Leadership to command, and he unceasingly fights to end the tyranny of Megatron and the Decepticon forces across the galaxy.

ABOUT TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION ONE
Transformers: Generation One, or G1 as commonly referred to by fans, is the original iconic toy-line, cartoon, and comic that ran from 1984-1991 produced by Hasbro. On the distant planet of Cybertron dwell a race of highly advanced, sentient robots capable of changing their physical forms; the Transformers. Led by Optimus Prime, the Heroic Autobots have been waging a 4 million year long war against the Decepticons, led by the tyrannical Megatron.

ABOUT HASBRO
About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences. From toys and games to television, movies, digital gaming and consumer products, Hasbro offers a variety of ways for audiences to experience its iconic brands, including NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, LITTLEST PET SHOP and MAGIC: THE GATHERING, as well as premier partner brands. The Company's Hasbro Studios and its film label, Allspark Pictures, are building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Through its commitment to corporate social responsibility and philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to make the world a better place for children and their families. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).

ABOUT 3A
Founded in 2008, ThreeA is an award winning toy, entertainment, and publishing company founded by artist Ashley Wood and Hong Kong toy maker Kim Fung Wong(Threezero). ThreeA is known internationally for their detailed and uniquely designed original and licensed multi-scaled collectible toy lines. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter (@Worldof3A)
www.Worldof3A.com

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1873462)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on April 10th, 2017 @ 3:29pm CDT

I still really don't like his chest windows. They don't look good frowning like that

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1876672)
Posted by Kurona on April 23rd, 2017 @ 6:02pm CDT

I've watched a couple of reviews on this now, and one thing keeps coming to mind... why would one buy this over MP-10?

One might think it comparing apples and oranges, but with that insanely high an asking price, you've really got to stand out as a G1 Prime, so MP-10 is what I'm going with. It doesn't transform, it doesn't seem particularly better articulated, it doesn't have any worthwhile gimmicks, it's certainly not cheaper, it doesn't even seem to scale better with anything, it goes for a stylisation over accuracy which is just off enough to not be interesting or different in any significant way... correct me if I'm wrong, but it just seems to hold no worthwhile advantages. Even if you wanted a Prime that's REALLY big, MP-01 seems to do that better too.

It looks cool, but compared to other figures and especially at that price I just don't understand why you'd buy this thing unless you're a huge Optimus collector

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1898607)
Posted by Va'al on July 22nd, 2017 @ 2:54am CDT

They splashed onto the scene with Generation 1 redesign of Optimus Prime, but 3A have also been working on the movieverse, with Dark of the Moon, Age of Extinction and The Last Knight - and now, from San Diego Comic Con 2017, we have a return to their G1 line with two inevitable repaints of the first mold: Ultra Magnus (White Optimus) and Nemesis Prime (black redeco)!

We mentioned these here, and you can see more images here, but check out initial images below from their own Instagram account, and wait for more close-ups as site owner Seibertron heads to their booth over the weekend.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1898703)
Posted by MadProject on July 22nd, 2017 @ 1:18pm CDT

Are this gonna be statue or like the DotM 3A products, this ones will be action figures as well?

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1899472)
Posted by Kurona on July 25th, 2017 @ 5:18am CDT

Courtesy of our friends at TFSource.com, we've got some more photos to show you of Hasbro 3A's upcoming licensed non-transforming statues of G1 Optimus Prime; his newly-unveiled redecoes in Ultra Magnus and Nemesis Prime; and Movieverse Optimus Prime. Check out a couple of the photos below, but be sure to take a look at the entire gallery here and tell us what you think in the forums!

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1899509)
Posted by StJudeDad on July 25th, 2017 @ 8:54am CDT

It's a nice piece and all, but I thought they had finally moved away from the "White Wash" Prime as Ultra Magnus look.

Re: Hasbro 3A Transformers Generation 1 Line Optimus Prime Revealed (1901552)
Posted by Va'al on August 3rd, 2017 @ 2:40am CDT

Via site sponsor BigBadToyStore, we have a nice look at the official images for the ThreeA articulated non-transforming redeco of their G1 redesign of Optimus Prime into Nemesis Prime, as first seen at San Diego Comic Con 2017 (story here)! Check out the mirrored images and more information on the figure below!

Product Description

Hasbro licensee ThreeA and the world renowned online collectibles shop BigBadToyStore proudly present Transformers Generation One Nemesis Prime! This BigBadToyStore Special Edition is only available from BBTS.com!

Transformers G1 Nemesis Prime stands 16 inches tall, includes over 30% die-cast metal detailing, 59 points of articulation, and features LED illuminated details, a variety of accessories, and incredibly detailed weathered paintwork!

The dark mirror of Optimus Prime, a twisted clone of the Autobot leader imbued with all his strength, abilities, and intellect, but lacking all moral restraint and compassion. Nemesis Prime serves only the World Eater Unicron and carries within him the Dead Matrix, possibly the only thing in the universe that can destroy the ancient Primus. Nemesis Prime’s brutality is known and feared by Autobot and Decepticon alike!

Product Features

16 inches (40.65cm)
Made of plastic and 30% die-cast detailing
Limited edition of 300 pieces
A BigBadToyStore Exclusive
59 Points of Articulation
LED Illumination
Optics
Decepticon Badge
Blaster Rifle
Matrix Chamber
Requires 8 AG-13 Batteries (Not Included)

Box Contents

Nemesis Prime figure
Decepticon Dead Matrix
Energon Ax
Blaster Rifle
Removeable Tankard Grenades
Magnetically Removable Tire Wells