Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS

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Fellow Seibertronians! Yours truly brings to your attention something burning today! In a rather unexpected twist of events, BigBadToyStore has posted a new listing revealing the existence of a new upcoming Transformers Masterpiece figure, MP-38+ Burning Convoy!

A redeco of the Masterpiece MP-32 Optimus Primal, it will homage the Burning Convoy redeco of the original Optimus Primal figure that was released as a limited-edition figure to promote the Beast Wars Special movie. The deco has varried a bit in the past but the cartoon accurate deco, since this is based on a cartoon appearance, has an all red chest with only the forearms being gold. You can see an image below of the Robot Masters version, which has more gold highlights, and how he looked like in the cartoon. We do not know if that means he will be clear or painted red. Both Hasbro and Takara will release this toy, as inferred from the BBTS listing.

Not much is known about this figure, as not even its price has been yet revealed, but we do have a release date of March 2020.

Will you be picking up this cherry flavored Munky? Or will you skip this fiery beast? Tell us in the discussion below, and as always, stay tuned for more Seibertron.com news.

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Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037684)
Posted by Beachjezus on September 10th, 2019 @ 1:35pm CDT

My god that thing looks atrocious.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037685)
Posted by Ironhidensh on September 10th, 2019 @ 1:40pm CDT

Uuummmm.......

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037687)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on September 10th, 2019 @ 1:52pm CDT

Why? Simple: MP-32 was BW cartoon accurate, MP-38 was toy accurate under the caveat that's the form he appeared in in the BWII movie. Both regular bases for a "+" release were covered, but only the Burning deco was left to do. So there :lol:

An MP Flash Lio Convoy shouldn't be too far behind.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037689)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 10th, 2019 @ 1:58pm CDT

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:An MP Flash Lio Convoy shouldn't be too far behind.

And hopefully his green form.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037704)
Posted by LE0KING on September 10th, 2019 @ 4:29pm CDT

Takara doing their own knockoffs now?

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037714)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 10th, 2019 @ 5:39pm CDT

LE0KING wrote:Takara doing their own knockoffs now?

*sigh*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_F7C1gKnKfo&t=2483

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037722)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 10th, 2019 @ 6:18pm CDT

I'm beginning to think it was destiny that i was still in college for both of the other Primal molds and thus could not get them.

I'm hoping this rocks, cause I really like the idea and I might finally get this mold

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037728)
Posted by LE0KING on September 10th, 2019 @ 6:34pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
LE0KING wrote:Takara doing their own knockoffs now?
*sigh*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_F7C1gKnKfo&t=2483

Oh, I know it's based on a real design, but the crappy gold paint on the transparent red plastic make it look a lot like one of the KO's from the prime days.

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Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2037735)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 10th, 2019 @ 7:04pm CDT

LE0KING wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
LE0KING wrote:Takara doing their own knockoffs now?
*sigh*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_F7C1gKnKfo&t=2483

Oh, I know it's based on a real design, but the crappy gold paint on the transparent red plastic make it look a lot like one of the KO's from the prime days.

Good thing that's not the MP.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038013)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 12th, 2019 @ 6:47pm CDT

Thanks to an unexpected source in the form of Previews World, we now have some new stock photos for the recently announced MP-38+ Burning Convoy!

Burning Convoy is a redeco of the MP-32 mold in a garish translucent red in homage to the original Burning Convoy toy, based on the color Optimus Primal AKA Beast Convoy took when he and Lio Convoy united to defeat Majin Zarak in the Beast Wars II Movie. This redeco is the MP-32 repaint since it does not come with the Mutant Mask that MP-38 did.

This figure is set to be available in March of 2020 for the reasonable price of $111.99. Check out the product description and photos below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below!

From Hasbro Toy Group. Takara pays homage to the Beast series with MP-38 Masterpiece Burning Convoy! A redeco of the Masterpiece MP-32 Optimus Primal, this figure pays homage to the Burning Convoy redeco of the original limited-edition Optimus Primal released as a promotion for the Beast Wars Special movie! Transforms from robot to gorillla and includes 2 cyber blades, and 4 alternate face plates for Beast and Robot Mode. Concealed cannons can be revealed when in bot mode in his arms and shoulders. Features removable/replacable face masks, and his tell-tale swords, this is a Masterpiece not to be missed!
In Shops: Mar 25, 2020
Final Orders Due: Oct 07, 2019
SRP: $111.99

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038014)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 12th, 2019 @ 6:48pm CDT

I..... actually don't like it that much at first glance

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038015)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 12th, 2019 @ 6:48pm CDT

Matrix Munky!

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038016)
Posted by Ironhidensh on September 12th, 2019 @ 6:52pm CDT

Again.....

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038018)
Posted by Beachjezus on September 12th, 2019 @ 6:59pm CDT

Still looks atrocious

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038019)
Posted by Stormshot_Prime on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:01pm CDT

Looks like they scooped a bunch of MP32 prototypes out of a storage bin and said, “Hey, could we sell these?”

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038020)
Posted by Ultra Markus on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:20pm CDT

Those lips looks like he huffed some gold paint :lol:

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038024)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:34pm CDT

Ironhidensh wrote:Again.....

Because it's the super powerful form he took in climax of the Japanese theatrical movie.

Asking why they would make this version is like asking why any toys of Galvatron or Rodimus Prime get made. They're the movie-original powered-up forms of Megatron and Hot Rod just as this is the movie-original powered-up form of Optimus Primal.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038025)
Posted by william-james88 on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:36pm CDT

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:I..... actually don't like it that much at first glance

Same here. Looks super bland. If it was a cheaper toy, sure (like Mirage or Cyclonus in a multipack) but here it's a pricey exclusive. I don't mind that it exists but I have other things to spend my money on.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038028)
Posted by Ironhidensh on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:40pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
Ironhidensh wrote:Again.....
Because it's the super powerful form he took in climax of the Japanese theatrical movie.

Asking why they would make this version is like asking why any toys of Galvatron or Rodimus Prime get made. They're the movie-original powered-up forms of Megatron and Hot Rod just as this is the movie-original powered-up form of Optimus Primal.

That does not explain why anybody would want a, at least, $120 transparent plastic nightmare.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038032)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 12th, 2019 @ 7:49pm CDT

Ironhidensh wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Ironhidensh wrote:Again.....
Because it's the super powerful form he took in climax of the Japanese theatrical movie.

Asking why they would make this version is like asking why any toys of Galvatron or Rodimus Prime get made. They're the movie-original powered-up forms of Megatron and Hot Rod just as this is the movie-original powered-up form of Optimus Primal.

That does not explain why anybody would want a, at least, $120 transparent plastic nightmare.

Same reason anyone would want figures of Super Saiyans: Because Burning Convoy (in the short time he appeared) was epic.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038036)
Posted by Ironhidensh on September 12th, 2019 @ 8:23pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
Ironhidensh wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Ironhidensh wrote:Again.....
Because it's the super powerful form he took in climax of the Japanese theatrical movie.

Asking why they would make this version is like asking why any toys of Galvatron or Rodimus Prime get made. They're the movie-original powered-up forms of Megatron and Hot Rod just as this is the movie-original powered-up form of Optimus Primal.

That does not explain why anybody would want a, at least, $120 transparent plastic nightmare.
Same reason anyone would want figures of Super Saiyans: Because Burning Convoy (in the short time he appeared) was epic.

I will take your word for it. ;)^

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038038)
Posted by Zeedust on September 12th, 2019 @ 8:26pm CDT

So how long before Flash Lio Convoy gets announced to go with it?

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038042)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 12th, 2019 @ 8:59pm CDT

Zeedust wrote:So how long before Flash Lio Convoy gets announced to go with it?

Probably until at least after normal Lio Convoy gets released.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038049)
Posted by Powered Convoy on September 12th, 2019 @ 10:28pm CDT

Pre-order is up at TakaraTomy Mall with more pics.
https://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810154266/

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038050)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 12th, 2019 @ 11:08pm CDT

Aw, no golden chest flame for the beast mode. He had it in the movie, even.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038084)
Posted by Bucky on September 13th, 2019 @ 7:15am CDT

Oddly enough I DO kinda like him. I definitely feel like he could have been done better, but in general I don’t think he’s all that bad. Beast Mode is easily better looking than his bot mode in my opinion, which is admittedly disappointing, but not a deal breaker for me. My main gripe is probably just how jarring his bit head looks on that clear candy looking red plastic. The juxtaposition of a painted solid plastic head on a clear plastic body is visually dissonant. Maybe if there had been some solid red plastic parts throughout the body, then maybe he’d look more cohesive.

I’d still definitely consider getting him, provided he isn’t stupid expensive.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038087)
Posted by haldand on September 13th, 2019 @ 7:59am CDT

I know it's supposed to be that way, but I find the blue of the blue helmet to be jarring. It would be a much nicer looking figure if the helmet was red.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038115)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 10:53am CDT

It is funny. I have said I will fully support the MP Beast Wars line. Everything from characters I don't like (Airazor, Scorponok, Blackarachnia) to the most obscure redecos (Nightprowler, Packrat, Fractyl etc). BUT unless we get a de-make of the Apelinq redeco via This Mold, I have MP-32 and that is the only Primal I am interested in.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038116)
Posted by Stargrave on September 13th, 2019 @ 11:10am CDT

It's starting out to be a feral Friday fellow Seibertronians. As reported yesterday we've got a burning Matrix powered meteor of a special Masterpeice heading our way - MP-38+ Burning Convoy! The article we posted yesterday is now updated with images of Primal's, er, Convoy's beast mode. Mirrored below are all the hot details we brought to you yesterday, now updated with the beast mode images. Enjoy!

Thanks to an unexpected source in the form of Previews World, we now have some new stock photos for the recently announced MP-38+ Burning Convoy!

Burning Convoy is a redeco of the MP-32 mold in a garish translucent red in homage to the original Burning Convoy toy, based on the color Optimus Primal AKA Beast Convoy took when he and Lio Convoy united to defeat Majin Zarak in the Beast Wars II Movie. This redeco is the MP-32 repaint since it does not come with the Mutant Mask that MP-38 did.

This figure is set to be available in March of 2020 for the reasonable price of $111.99. Check out the product description and photos below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below!

From Hasbro Toy Group. Takara pays homage to the Beast series with MP-38 Masterpiece Burning Convoy! A redeco of the Masterpiece MP-32 Optimus Primal, this figure pays homage to the Burning Convoy redeco of the original limited-edition Optimus Primal released as a promotion for the Beast Wars Special movie! Transforms from robot to gorillla and includes 2 cyber blades, and 4 alternate face plates for Beast and Robot Mode. Concealed cannons can be revealed when in bot mode in his arms and shoulders. Features removable/replacable face masks, and his tell-tale swords, this is a Masterpiece not to be missed!
In Shops: Mar 25, 2020
Final Orders Due: Oct 07, 2019
SRP: $111.99

And here's the new images posted to the TakaraTomy Mall.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038118)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 11:23am CDT

Also, for the UK, currently £94.97* via Kapow Toys

*Also 10% - £9.50 - option available.

"DUE MARCH / APRIL 2020"

No listing via In Demand Toys as yet.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038137)
Posted by Manterax Prime on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:12pm CDT

Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038140)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:16pm CDT

Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.

Yes it is. It's blue in the movie.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038141)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:21pm CDT

Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.

Voila

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038142)
Posted by Manterax Prime on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:23pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.
Yes it is. It's blue in the movie.

You're gonna tell me his head is blue here?

Doesn't look like it to me.
Very dark blue. Perhaps, but certainly not what's on the MP.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038143)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:24pm CDT

AllNewSuperRobot wrote:
Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.

Voila

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038144)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:24pm CDT

Admittedly, there are no good quality images from the movie since there exists no HD remaster of the movie.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038145)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:25pm CDT

Manterax Prime wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.
Yes it is. It's blue in the movie.

You're gonna tell me his head is blue here?

Doesn't look like it to me.
Very dark blue. Perhaps, but certainly not what's on the MP.

That's not from the movie. That's from some old magazine.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038146)
Posted by william-james88 on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:26pm CDT

Manterax Prime wrote:Why is the head blue?
It's not supposed to be blue.

It's not?

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038147)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:28pm CDT

I think the disparity might be due to the original toy...

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038148)
Posted by Manterax Prime on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:30pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:Admittedly, there are no good quality images from the movie since there exists no HD remaster of the movie.

Doesn't need to be HD for me to tell that it's still not blue.
People posted those screenshots over at TFW too.
Again, if it's a very dark blue, I could see that being the case.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038149)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:34pm CDT

How to settle this... :???:

Jump to around 41:37 ;)^

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038150)
Posted by Manterax Prime on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:40pm CDT

AllNewSuperRobot wrote:How to settle this...

Jump to around 41:37

So yeah, very dark blue.
MP is still the wrong shade.

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038151)
Posted by william-james88 on September 13th, 2019 @ 1:53pm CDT

Manterax Prime wrote:MP is still the wrong shade.

RUINED FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038153)
Posted by Stargrave on September 13th, 2019 @ 2:14pm CDT

Thanks Michael Bay
:michaelbay:

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038162)
Posted by ZeldaTheSwordsman on September 13th, 2019 @ 3:15pm CDT

I guess the colors for this guy must have been picked by the same guy that thinks Galvatron is pale lavender

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038197)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 13th, 2019 @ 9:33pm CDT

Seeing this today with the new images, I actually like it more now. I wish he had some more gold and some less bright blue on his head, but he's still looking pretty good.

Placing a pre-order for him now

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2038207)
Posted by Sabrblade on September 13th, 2019 @ 10:39pm CDT

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:Seeing this today with the new images, I actually like it more now. I wish he had some more gold and some less bright blue on his head, but he's still looking pretty good.

Placing a pre-order for him now

Yeah, the gold flames on his beast mode chest are sorely missed.

He even had them in one shot (the only shot that actually gave a clear enough look at his gorilla chest) in the movie.

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Posted by Burn on September 25th, 2019 @ 1:43am CDT

Clearly setting out to make themselves the Bunnings Warehouse for Transformer exclusives in Australia, EB Games and Zing are now offering up ol' mate MP-38+ Burning Convoy for pre-order!

Set for release 21 March 2020, MP-38+ Burning Convoy will set you back $198.00 dollary doos (with a $30 deposit).

You can sus out the pre-orders for him at either EB Games or Zing now.

Are you stoked by this news? Then head to the Energon Pub Forums and have a chin-wag about him with your fellow fans!

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2039842)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on September 29th, 2019 @ 8:41am CDT

I'm facing a bit of a change of heart. I was looking at my Beast Wars MP shelf and, as standard, I was admiring Shadow Panther. Standing there in his Chrome [Mutant Mask] faced glory. Whenever I log in here, there is an ad for Burning, posing dramatically. By association, he is starting to grow on me. Not as a Prime/al, I have the only one that matters. Not as Burning Convoy from a show I have no interest in. But as purely as a redeco, he catches my eye.

Perhaps, with a little Head Canon, the "Season One" body for this guy...

Re: Transformers Masterpiece MP-38+ Burning Convoy Listed on BBTS (2057336)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 20th, 2020 @ 9:56pm CDT

Thanks to site sponsor Robot Kingdom, we have news that the box for the very soon to be released MP-38+ Burning Convoy has been revealed.

The front of the box features the new MP-38+ in all his bright translucent red glory in both robot and beast mode, and the back advertises the play features and the accessories for the figure. The figure is inspired by the Burning Convoy form that Beast Convoy AKA Optimus Primal transformed into when he and Lio Convoy united in burning justice during the Beast Wars II movie. This Masterpiece release was timed to come out just one month after the new Lio Convoy toy, and that toy is begging for a Flash Lio Convoy repaint to go with this new Primal.

Check out the box images below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below!