Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee
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Youtube user MantanTV has uploaded a video from Shizuoka Hobby Show 2011 at Japan, that features an interview with a representative from Takara Tomy on the upcoming Transformers Movie Dual Model Kit DMK01 Optimus Prime & DMK02 Bumblebee.
Although the video is in Japanese, we still can see detailed features of these model kits:
These model kits are expected to hit Japanese retails in the month of June 2011.
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Although the video is in Japanese, we still can see detailed features of these model kits:
These model kits are expected to hit Japanese retails in the month of June 2011.
Seibertron, Ultimate Transformers Resource!
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Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221909)
Posted by alexison on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:17am CDT
Posted by alexison on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:17am CDT
These things look fantastic. I may have to pick them both up.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221912)
Posted by Oskie21 on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:43am CDT
Posted by Oskie21 on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:43am CDT
Do they need glue? Or is this a snap together kit?
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221918)
Posted by Valandar on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:51am CDT
Posted by Valandar on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:51am CDT
Am I wrong, or do these look like they're pretty much the size of the Leader and Deluxe class figures?
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221920)
Posted by ConBotFormer on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:55am CDT
Posted by ConBotFormer on May 14th, 2011 @ 11:55am CDT
Is this coming to US retail? How much US? And where can I buy this Optimus Prime?
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221925)
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:01pm CDT
I believe they snap together.
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:01pm CDT
Oskie21 wrote:Do you need glue or do they snap together?
I believe they snap together.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221926)
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:02pm CDT
I think they come later in the U.S as an exclusive collector's kit. I think I'm wrong, but I know it does come later. Haven't heard much about it here.
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:02pm CDT
ConBotFormer wrote:Is this coming to US retail? How much US? And where can I buy this Optimus Prime?
I think they come later in the U.S as an exclusive collector's kit. I think I'm wrong, but I know it does come later. Haven't heard much about it here.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221927)
Posted by Mr-Valkeyreion on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:03pm CDT
Posted by Mr-Valkeyreion on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:03pm CDT
That Optimus must become mine
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221929)
Posted by Oskie21 on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:03pm CDT
Posted by Oskie21 on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:03pm CDT
Cool thanks! Now I know I'll get them!
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221940)
Posted by Samsonator on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:25pm CDT
Posted by Samsonator on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:25pm CDT
Been saying this since the proto pics... but that Prime must be mine. As a collector of Transformers, and a builder of Gundam kits, this is my happy medium.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221941)
Posted by sentinelprime1234 on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:25pm CDT
Posted by sentinelprime1234 on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:25pm CDT
god english is the only language anyone should speak
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221944)
Posted by prehistoryanimal on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:44pm CDT
Did you mean to say, "God, English is the only language anyone should speak," or were you referring to something called "god english"?
Posted by prehistoryanimal on May 14th, 2011 @ 12:44pm CDT
sentinelprime1234 wrote:god english is the only language anyone should speak
Did you mean to say, "God, English is the only language anyone should speak," or were you referring to something called "god english"?
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221957)
Posted by BATTOUSAIXD on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:11pm CDT
Posted by BATTOUSAIXD on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:11pm CDT
These look great! Hope they don't cost too much.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221964)
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:24pm CDT
People think that in Spain: Spanish is the only language anyone should speak to them.
But sadly, the world does not work out this way. We have different countries for different language. It's too bad you hate every other language. The video's purpose was not to hear the voices of the japanese people, but to view Optimus Prime and Bumblebee's modeling kits in a way we haven't quite done yet.
Posted by PrymeStriker on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:24pm CDT
sentinelprime1234 wrote:god english is the only language anyone should speak
People think that in Spain: Spanish is the only language anyone should speak to them.
But sadly, the world does not work out this way. We have different countries for different language. It's too bad you hate every other language. The video's purpose was not to hear the voices of the japanese people, but to view Optimus Prime and Bumblebee's modeling kits in a way we haven't quite done yet.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221971)
Posted by iron nemesis on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:37pm CDT
Posted by iron nemesis on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:37pm CDT
sentinelprime1234 wrote:
god english is the only language anyone should speak
i think that we should all learn cybertronian
god english is the only language anyone should speak
i think that we should all learn cybertronian
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1221983)
Posted by Midnight_Fox on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:49pm CDT
Actually, we should all speak Esperanto, as its intended purpose for being created was a politically neutral universal language we would all share for international interaction.
Posted by Midnight_Fox on May 14th, 2011 @ 1:49pm CDT
sentinelprime1234 wrote:god english is the only language anyone should speak
Actually, we should all speak Esperanto, as its intended purpose for being created was a politically neutral universal language we would all share for international interaction.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222027)
Posted by Sodan-1 on May 14th, 2011 @ 3:21pm CDT
Posted by Sodan-1 on May 14th, 2011 @ 3:21pm CDT
I may not know Japanese, but I know the language of love, and those two wanted each other. 
Man! That Optimus looks like an absolute beast! REALLY WANT! Just not sure I can justify spending so much on a Transformer which doesn't, you know, transform.
Man! That Optimus looks like an absolute beast! REALLY WANT! Just not sure I can justify spending so much on a Transformer which doesn't, you know, transform.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222212)
Posted by Pr1meSuspect on May 14th, 2011 @ 10:30pm CDT
Posted by Pr1meSuspect on May 14th, 2011 @ 10:30pm CDT
Man Prime looks SO cool!
Too bad these things are probably out of my price range though.
Too bad these things are probably out of my price range though.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222220)
Posted by yongkykun on May 14th, 2011 @ 10:50pm CDT
Posted by yongkykun on May 14th, 2011 @ 10:50pm CDT
You can buy (or pre-order) them both for US$125.081 which is cheaper than the actual price of US$163.859 at amazon.jp. Good deal and I'd take it if I was a fan... Wait.. I AM a fan.. bought.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222314)
Posted by rafman2011 on May 15th, 2011 @ 2:47am CDT
Posted by rafman2011 on May 15th, 2011 @ 2:47am CDT
These pieces are phenominal. Pretty much the best that could be done without making them as high-end collectibles, I think. That said, I think Prime looks as impressive as the Sideshow statue that was made.
Having ordered these, I really hope that many more characters are created (Ironhide, for one!). Anyone have any more info on that?
Having ordered these, I really hope that many more characters are created (Ironhide, for one!). Anyone have any more info on that?
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222329)
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 3:46am CDT
We'll inform everyone immediately on the front page when the next Dual Model Kit is released!
Pretty much
Glue is not a necessity, but it's valuable to have just in case there are loose pieces that shouldn't be loose, i.e. top of Bumblebee's head keeps popping off. Glue provides stability in most kit models, especially if they are handled alot.
These won't be released by Hasbro. However, they'll likely be imported at any hobby store that sells Gundams or anything that's built from a kit. If you don't have hobby stores near you, thery are everyone on the west coast if you ever swing by there on vacation. Other than that, you're looking at importing.
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 3:46am CDT
rafman2011 wrote:These pieces are phenominal. Pretty much the best that could be done without making them as high-end collectibles, I think. That said, I think Prime looks as impressive as the Sideshow statue that was made.
Having ordered these, I really hope that many more characters are created (Ironhide, for one!). Anyone have any more info on that?
We'll inform everyone immediately on the front page when the next Dual Model Kit is released!
Valandar wrote:Am I wrong, or do these look like they're pretty much the size of the Leader and Deluxe class figures?
Pretty much
Oskie21 wrote:Do they need glue? Or is this a snap together kit?
Glue is not a necessity, but it's valuable to have just in case there are loose pieces that shouldn't be loose, i.e. top of Bumblebee's head keeps popping off. Glue provides stability in most kit models, especially if they are handled alot.
ConBotFormer wrote:Is this coming to US retail? How much US? And where can I buy this Optimus Prime?
These won't be released by Hasbro. However, they'll likely be imported at any hobby store that sells Gundams or anything that's built from a kit. If you don't have hobby stores near you, thery are everyone on the west coast if you ever swing by there on vacation. Other than that, you're looking at importing.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222337)
Posted by yongkykun on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:00am CDT
Posted by yongkykun on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:00am CDT
I got an offer for both OP and BB at the price of US$201,78 (shipping and handling incld.). Is that a good offer? Cheers.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222338)
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:05am CDT
OP and BB together being sold at Japanese retail is about $156 US. If shipping from Japan to where you live is a price tag of $45.. then it's really up to you.
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:05am CDT
yongkykun wrote:I got an offer for both OP and BB at the price of US$201,78 (shipping and handling incld.). Is that a good offer? Cheers.
OP and BB together being sold at Japanese retail is about $156 US. If shipping from Japan to where you live is a price tag of $45.. then it's really up to you.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222417)
Posted by yongkykun on May 15th, 2011 @ 8:28am CDT
Thanks. But is there any place where I can buy these lovely babies online cheaper? I tried big bad toys but they've already sold out on the pre-order for Optimus. Thanks in advance.
Posted by yongkykun on May 15th, 2011 @ 8:28am CDT
Blurrz wrote:yongkykun wrote:I got an offer for both OP and BB at the price of US$201,78 (shipping and handling incld.). Is that a good offer? Cheers.
OP and BB together being sold at Japanese retail is about $156 US. If shipping from Japan to where you live is a price tag of $45.. then it's really up to you.
Thanks. But is there any place where I can buy these lovely babies online cheaper? I tried big bad toys but they've already sold out on the pre-order for Optimus. Thanks in advance.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222541)
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 12:49pm CDT
Well, Bumblebee + OP together are being sold as a set at BBTS ;
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 12:49pm CDT
yongkykun wrote:Blurrz wrote:yongkykun wrote:I got an offer for both OP and BB at the price of US$201,78 (shipping and handling incld.). Is that a good offer? Cheers.
OP and BB together being sold at Japanese retail is about $156 US. If shipping from Japan to where you live is a price tag of $45.. then it's really up to you.
Thanks. But is there any place where I can buy these lovely babies online cheaper? I tried big bad toys but they've already sold out on the pre-order for Optimus. Thanks in advance.
Well, Bumblebee + OP together are being sold as a set at BBTS ;
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222631)
Posted by Dead Metal on May 15th, 2011 @ 3:31pm CDT
Nope, that's just Prime with the extra TRU exclusive battle hooks.
Posted by Dead Metal on May 15th, 2011 @ 3:31pm CDT
Blurrz wrote:yongkykun wrote:Blurrz wrote:yongkykun wrote:I got an offer for both OP and BB at the price of US$201,78 (shipping and handling incld.). Is that a good offer? Cheers.
OP and BB together being sold at Japanese retail is about $156 US. If shipping from Japan to where you live is a price tag of $45.. then it's really up to you.
Thanks. But is there any place where I can buy these lovely babies online cheaper? I tried big bad toys but they've already sold out on the pre-order for Optimus. Thanks in advance.
Well, Bumblebee + OP together are being sold as a set at BBTS ;
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Nope, that's just Prime with the extra TRU exclusive battle hooks.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222659)
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:17pm CDT
Posted by Blurrz on May 15th, 2011 @ 4:17pm CDT
Wow did not see that. Hooks hype the price up by sixty? Lame.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222714)
Posted by Pontimax 01 on May 15th, 2011 @ 6:39pm CDT
Posted by Pontimax 01 on May 15th, 2011 @ 6:39pm CDT
So who else is preordering these? I managed to get BB preordered, but missed out on Prime at BBTS. And not paying the extra 60 bucks for the stupid battle hooks version. Like Blurrz said, lame.
Re: Video Preview of Transformers Dual Model Kit Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (1222987)
Posted by yongkykun on May 16th, 2011 @ 9:15am CDT
Agreeing with both of you on the "lame" part. Anyone who knows where to pre-order both OP and BB at a reasonable price, please let us know.
Posted by yongkykun on May 16th, 2011 @ 9:15am CDT
Pontimax 01 wrote:So who else is preordering these? I managed to get BB preordered, but missed out on Prime at BBTS. And not paying the extra 60 bucks for the stupid battle hooks version. Like Blurrz said, lame.
Agreeing with both of you on the "lame" part. Anyone who knows where to pre-order both OP and BB at a reasonable price, please let us know.
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