Life-Size Optimus Prime atop Universal Orlando Resort’s TRANSFORMERS: The Ride 3D

Posted by Seibertron May 30, 2013 at 2:10pm CDT 34,806 views

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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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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.

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Comment by kirbenvost May 30, 2013

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

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Comment by griftimus prime May 30, 2013

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?

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Comment by Sabrblade May 30, 2013

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.

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Comment by sdn1337 May 30, 2013

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.

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Comment by Overloaded May 30, 2013

Where are his wings ?

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Comment by Sabrblade May 30, 2013

Overloaded wrote:Where are his wings ?

What wings?

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Comment by El Duque May 30, 2013

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:

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Comment by remmolacha May 30, 2013

Reminds me this guy:

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Comment by Bouncy X May 30, 2013

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.

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Comment by d_sel1 May 30, 2013

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!

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Comment by Overloaded May 31, 2013

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

From transformers 3

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Comment by El Duque May 31, 2013

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:

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Comment by SLUGSLINGER81 May 31, 2013

remmolacha wrote:Reminds me this guy:

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

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Comment by El Duque Jun 7, 2013

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?tag=seibertron07-20&

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Comment by Sabrblade Jun 10, 2013

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.

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Comment by Va'al Jun 14, 2013

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/

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Comment by Fires_Of_Inferno Jun 14, 2013

*just shakes his head*

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Comment by Yweggo Jun 14, 2013

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

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

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Comment by SlyTF1 Jun 14, 2013