I still remember getting both the MMC version of trailbreaker and hoist from someone that had disdain for the molds for about $80 total. I then planned to get the badcube hoist because it looked stubbier, and then XTB announced theirs, which had a bunch more accessories. An eBay flash sale & baba discount later, and xtb hoist was in the mail. I still think the MMC trailbreaker looks good, and even picked up multiple recolors and used the alternate (toy?) heads to give even more distinction of a different character. I suppose if there's anything I'm looking forward to about an official takara MP release, are opportunities to pick up prior versions of a character that other collectors are trying to dump (at nice prices) in favor of the getting the official MP for their collection.
Love my XTB TB and Hoist, with their silver metallic. Combines the G1 toon and the toy for me. The fender mirrors are a Japanese market Hilux thing. The American version moved the mirrors to the doorframes.
I'll get rid of my Xtb Trailbreaker when I see some good YT reviews on the Takara official and Ft. I originally had the Ft on pre order since early 2016 and eventually got tired of waiting and went with Xtb but I'm very tempted to get the official Mp Trailbreaker after watching this vid. Thanks for the in depth preview, dude.
1. I think that the torso on MP56 Trailbreaker is so wonky because the designers were probably looking at that particular (Japanese dubbed) clip from the G1 anime; it looks like it sits at an angle, when he's actually leaning back or standing in a way that the camera perspective is wonky. Hopefully the KO doesn't suck, I've had some seriously bad luck with KOs lately. Or, if MP56 itself turns out to be a turd in any capacity (*coughMP47Hound*), I may try to hunt down the XTB or MMC offerings instead. 2. Huh? I don't think that MP27 Ironhide is that bad a mold. Could he & MP30 Ratchet have been handled better? Oh, no doubt & by far. But for what it does as is, it's okayish. (Same with how the torso of MP28 Hot Rod & MP40 Targetmaster Hot Rod turned out; crappiest box ever, but as a figure, it's okay for what it does)
I bought an FJ Cruiser a while back - and, lo and behold - there's a Transformers FJ Cruiser, and they are *cool* pieces. Mine is black, and (marketing Optimus head aside) - it is my new model Trailbreaker. And... I actually break trails with my full size FJ, so, there's that too! LOL
I have a mis-moulded XTransbots Trailbreaker (literally two left feet) at the back of my shelf, as a place holder waiting for the Fanstoys which I have had on pre-order since day1. And am not planning on going in on this Takara Trailbreaker (one of the few that I will have passed on) but, Looking at the bulky torso, if Takara do retool this mould for Hoist then I think the podgy look would work well and I would be in on that (I have a BadCube Hoist with loose knees, so it can only sit down)- taking up a lot of space with Ratchet and Wheeljack kneeling over it with a selection of tools to operate with.
Trailbreaker has that Dad-bod design in the cartoon. Fanstoys makes him look more heroic, Takara captures the Dad-bod PERFECTLY. But I will stick to my FT preorder
I have pre ordered my MP56, I currently have Ocular Max Terraegis as my MP Trailbreaker as I preferred the alt mode, I display a robot and alt mode for my season 1 and was waiting for Fanstoys as my bot mode but with Takara I alway like to support them as they made my collection possible so on this occasion will trump Fanstoys for me
I own bad cube speed bump, MMC Teraegis, and XtB Aegis. All are great figures. I am looking forward to Takara’s. release. I really like Trailbreaker as a character. I would be shocked to death if fans toys releases theirs after two and a half years. But it they do it would also be a nice edition. I also have G1 , CW, and WFC Trailbreaker.
I am very happy with my MMC Trailbreaker and see no reason to replace it. It is also the only one out of the bunch that is actually black and not that horrible faded grey that is currently in fashion with MP transformers.
Personally I think Fans Toys wins on bot and XTB wins on alt mode. For my aesthetic I think XTB usually wins on alt but suffers a lot elsewhere. Personally I think the Takara looks kinda cheap and has a clunky, awkward torso. All that said, what a wonderful time we’re living in where there are three pretty dang good options for even a minor character. This is the golden age for G1 collecting and I’m excited to be around for it.
I love that you didn't even mention the Bad Cube version. I have one of the badcube ones, it came with the front bumper missing and the right leg immediately broke at the knee. I was reimbursed and got to keep it for free and even at that price that toy isn't worthwhile. I didn't think I would replace my version as it is glued back together and does the job in my display but a KO version of the Takara one just might be in my future.
Well there was MMC and Badcube but I passed on those back in the day. I did not really have much positive to say about them because I feel XTB won the early part of this Trailbreaker war
RIP Badcube. But also, I think MMC should have been in this conversation. I think their robot mode is closer than XTB and we'll see about FT. MMC also has the grey as opposed to white or chrome.
I kno die-cast isn't the end all/be all with MP figures but I kno FT Outrider is going to feel like a brick which is what I want for this character...Takara has me loving the paint deco although I'm not crazy about their Trailbreaker waist...I have the XTB Hoist that I love but I want a dif company for Trailbreaker...FT & Takara only have a $40 price difference & this has me truly torn...honestly, any of these representations will look good on display imo...
I'm still very happy with my XTB Aegis (first release with the silver legs). Still a very good design to this day in both modes. Transformation is good too. I also like the MMC version for what it is. Not as accurate, but I just enjoy their take on it. The FT one looks okay. Not bad but not great. Just okay. I'm thinking of cancelling it. Have the Takara one on preorder. Looks good to me. Has issues, but overall, I like it. XTB is the only one to have a complete rear end with bumper and very little low-hanging kibble in truck mode.
So who’s version of ironhide is better than the MP? Also, where did the white color come from since it’s not in the toon? I don’t remember the toy being white.
Takara seems to be the better option. Will have to wait and see if KO fixes problems that Takara may have. If there isn't any major improvements then I rather have the licensing.
I have been extremely critical of Takara and the problems with their recent releases. I still wanna wait for some early reviews before I cave but I like it. I want a Trailbreaker but I want a good one. I'm no fan of the FT price seeing how the official is cheaper but I KNOW FT will put out a quality figure that will kill it on my shelf. KOs might be a possible option seeing how they will also add some qc improvements. Also I completely agree Ironhide needs a 2.0
Haha, I've never heard Hilux pronounced as "helix" before! 😆 If I was gonna get a Trailbreaker I'd definitely go for the FT. The MP has weird proportions, particularly the hips. Plus I'd prefer black to the dark grey they appear to have chosen. However, I would probably get an MP Hoist, since he was my first Transformer (Christmas 1985!).
Hoist just isn't important enough 4me to over spend, TB is very important so I like having doubles at least. I've had all the tbreakers mmc XTB Badcube, mmc was 1st but dissatisfied with the black. Have mmc-yellow and XTB pearl white limbs/Shadow black nice, but yes upgrading FTOYS TB not selling what/who I have. Not a completionist, care about who I like,style ,character and then price, don't care about "others opinions of what's best,what isn't". I don't hate either,BOT choice is for everyone...
So I'm out of the loop with this but is FT canceling their Trailbreaker now since Takara's is being released? If so I'm surprised they just don't have it come out under another Generic company like what they did for AW.
The pic of the Takara MPS standing together looks super photoshopped to me, the dimensions and the perspective looks strange and they don't look like they're standing together, which leads me to believe that TB being taller than Ironhide might not be the case. However, I'd have to double check but I think the XTB Aegis is slightly taller than Ironhide.
I'm guessing alot will go for FT,but to me in alt mode,the FT camper looks too stubby. I like the XTB alt mode the best. The Takara bot mode doesn't do it for me.
I really like the TT Trailbreaker but, I'm skipping it as I've already got both XTB Aegis and FT Outrider and they're good enough for me. I should had just stayed with Aegis as there's really not much difference in Aegis and Outrider for me to upgrade. Overall, I'm happy with both of them and I keep Aegis in alt mode while Outrider stays in robot mode.
I've been waiting for Fans Toys for at least 4 years now and I don't know if Takara could have done anything to sway my decision at this point. Either way I'm just not a fan of the proportions or face sculpt.
I usually go for the official but I do not like the stomach on the Takara and Fanstoys is a easy pass for me because they frustrate me as a company so I’ll probably just stick with my XTB. I need to see reviews first
I have two XTB.. one in bot and one in alt.. I want FT for bot mode.. I don't want Takara at all.. the 7 month preggo tummy is a no go.. the only thing they have I like is the Toyota TM.. cause I know even though the rest looks good.. its gonna be made of graham crackers like hound..
Seems like Trailbreaker is a lesser desired character and TT may not care so much if FT releases a the same time. There is a core group of collectors in Japan that will buy TT and never touch 3p. Takara always sells
@@tydiriumhanger1320 I hope FT does release because it is overall a better looking figure. We will see what happens. Il definitely pay the price diff for the better quality product
Interesting Takara Toyota is a Japanese and FT / XTB more American style. Takara does pay for licenses from car makers . With everything going on I wonder if car companies will start cracking down on non license, Hell the US Military requires you to pay if you are using some of their military weapons. I think I will go Takara .
People that settled for XTB please just get the FT and if u don’t like it return it but I doubt you will. It’s just on a different level. Proportions, weight, paint, and even transformation is top shelf. I can’t even look at my XTB anymore it looks like a disproportionate child. I use XTB for alt mode that’s the only thing it’s better at in my opinion. Trust me TERRYTF has FT trailbreaker for $150 and it’s worth every penny if not more…
I like x-transbots myself. You should do a video about hasbro and figures changing colors the cyclonus was my favorite figure in years well mine looks like garbage now the grey turning yellow its sad and they know about it and don't care either
Have the XTB 2.0 versions of Trailbreaker and Hoist both. I'm going to wait on Takara to release Hoist as well then pick them both up at the same time. I think it's a given that they'll both. Jazz and Mirage are all that remain for full sized 1st and 2nd release Autobot cars that haven't been released as Masterpiece. Like to see them do both of them then come back around full circle with 2.0 Versions of Sideswipe & Redalert then 2.0 Prowl Bluestreak and Smokescreen. FT has dropped the ball. Takara is possibly going to beat them to market. I'd not trust FT to meet the Sept deadline. They've teased for about 5 years. Takara dropped their version on us a week ago. 😂 Where is Deadend? 😂
Yes FT has been making us wait for 5 years for Outrider and that September date might get pushed back. Takara on the other hand either hits release date or up to 3 weeks later that is how business is conducted!
@@tydiriumhanger1320 If I was running FT I'd be doing everything humanly possible to get Trailbreaker out early. I think beating Takara to market matters here and likewise don't mind at all the Takara is taking a swipe at a company making stuff that's clearly Transformers without calling them so. I do like that Takara has real competition. It only forces them to make better products. We as the buyers benefit the most from the competition between Takara and the best 3rd Party builders like FT XTB MMC and more recently Deformation Space/Transform Element.
Looks like Takara is going for bots they can make other bots out of or recolors. I’ve been holding out for FT trail breaker and paid my preorder off months ago and think he will look more premium and be better quality than takara. I think I’ve given up on Takara, what their last real quality materials, paint, and transformation figures to wow us were Sunstreaker and Megatron? And since then everything has had issues except for the simplified Skids.
KO all the way, and it will probably release a few weeks after the official just like the seekers. Aside from that I plan to have them all. I have XTB, MMC, and Bad Cube already but I'm more excited for Outrider than this official version in the KO.
I just don't like the facesculpt. It looks like Trailbreaker superficially. But it looks more like some drunk fratboy is wearing a Trailbreaker mask and costume than it looks like Trailbreaker himself. IMO Fanstoys destroys the Takara MP in bot mode, especially when it comes to facesculpt. But Takara wins in alt mode + their pastel grey limbs are more accurate than Fanstoys' pearl white + Takara Traibreaker has a nicer looking pelvis.
Not a fan of Takara. The gray although closer to show accurate with the charcoal colored body will look drab on a shelf in comparison to the FT’s with the pearlescent white on black. I don’t like the middle section of the arms on Takara. Look to thin and not cohesive at all. I don’t like where the shoulder joint comes out of Takara’s either compared to XTB or FT’s. I think XTB’s look pretty good. Arms a little two big. I agree FT had the best face as well. I think FT easily has the best proportions in bot mode. Takara or XTB win Alt mode. Materials will go to FT easily. Takara’s plastic sucks and I feel like I’m going to break something regardless of the complexity. Transformation will likely go to Takara but I have never had XTB though either. Side view or at an angle Takara looks like Humpty Dumpty. No placeholders here. FT and it’s not close for me.
I don’t really want the official…… but it’s an official so I’ll get it but the one I really want is the Fans Toys and I’ll be getting that one as well ……… official RC ok I guess but the Fans Toys is much better build than the official and I did pick up both ……….
@@tydiriumhanger1320 would be great but those not clean sides on the upper body probably just will not look good. I think the 3rd party companies did a way better job.
Eh, If I can pick up a 3P super cheap when this hits then maybe. I doubt I'll even get the KO. I don't care much about Trailbreaker, it'd have to be very cheap to peak my interest. Takara doesn't do much for me at MP.
Nnnnnope. there is such a thing as too toon. The 'gut' on the Takara is just bad. the proportions are wonky and it will likely cost just as much as the FT one.
@@kingrousereviews6216 Sure: 1st upload consistently 2 or 3 days a week same day same time. Do something different to stand out because there are many established reviewers that most collectors go to first. I love that you use music but make sure you balance the music with your voice because viewers want to hear what you say. Up the voice in the editor and reduce the music volume. It takes time and hope this helps
I don't want it. The problem with takara is that they exclusively care only about the vehicle mode. Whether it's because of the license or not idk and idc, because no one cares about vehicle mode. (Well yeah a small % might leave it in vehicle mode but come on. And on top of that, it's a crappy old 80s toyota, why would i want to pimp my shelf out with that...then again transformers are crappy old 80s toys so lolol. Thanks mike! ;)
The Takara face is my least favorite. The mouth is too high. It looks goofy compared to the other two. I sure would love to see a bunch of people dumping their XTB guys for cheap, but that's never really how it goes, is it? And as for giving a new character the MP treatment, I'm all for that, rather than redoing one they've already done.
I still remember getting both the MMC version of trailbreaker and hoist from someone that had disdain for the molds for about $80 total. I then planned to get the badcube hoist because it looked stubbier, and then XTB announced theirs, which had a bunch more accessories. An eBay flash sale & baba discount later, and xtb hoist was in the mail.
I still think the MMC trailbreaker looks good, and even picked up multiple recolors and used the alternate (toy?) heads to give even more distinction of a different character.
I suppose if there's anything I'm looking forward to about an official takara MP release, are opportunities to pick up prior versions of a character that other collectors are trying to dump (at nice prices) in favor of the getting the official MP for their collection.
Good point there are always deals on older versions when a new one like Takara is released
Love my XTB TB and Hoist, with their silver metallic. Combines the G1 toon and the toy for me.
The fender mirrors are a Japanese market Hilux thing. The American version moved the mirrors to the doorframes.
So right about hoist, XTB is awesomely the best I can't find the silver for either, I've been with every trailbreaker waiting on FTOYS
I cancelled my FT. Never thought I’d say that. Xtransbots is more than enough and I really have to start budgeting now.
So true XTB works great on the shelf and this character is not one that must be the best version for most collectors
I'll get rid of my Xtb Trailbreaker when I see some good YT reviews on the Takara official and Ft. I originally had the Ft on pre order since early 2016 and eventually got tired of waiting and went with Xtb but I'm very tempted to get the official Mp Trailbreaker after watching this vid. Thanks for the in depth preview, dude.
1. I think that the torso on MP56 Trailbreaker is so wonky because the designers were probably looking at that particular (Japanese dubbed) clip from the G1 anime; it looks like it sits at an angle, when he's actually leaning back or standing in a way that the camera perspective is wonky. Hopefully the KO doesn't suck, I've had some seriously bad luck with KOs lately. Or, if MP56 itself turns out to be a turd in any capacity (*coughMP47Hound*), I may try to hunt down the XTB or MMC offerings instead.
2. Huh? I don't think that MP27 Ironhide is that bad a mold. Could he & MP30 Ratchet have been handled better? Oh, no doubt & by far. But for what it does as is, it's okayish. (Same with how the torso of MP28 Hot Rod & MP40 Targetmaster Hot Rod turned out; crappiest box ever, but as a figure, it's okay for what it does)
I bought an FJ Cruiser a while back - and, lo and behold - there's a Transformers FJ Cruiser, and they are *cool* pieces. Mine is black, and (marketing Optimus head aside) - it is my new model Trailbreaker. And... I actually break trails with my full size FJ, so, there's that too! LOL
I have a mis-moulded XTransbots Trailbreaker (literally two left feet) at the back of my shelf, as a place holder waiting for the Fanstoys which I have had on pre-order since day1. And am not planning on going in on this Takara Trailbreaker (one of the few that I will have passed on) but,
Looking at the bulky torso, if Takara do retool this mould for Hoist then I think the podgy look would work well and I would be in on that (I have a BadCube Hoist with loose knees, so it can only sit down)- taking up a lot of space with Ratchet and Wheeljack kneeling over it with a selection of tools to operate with.
Trailbreaker has that Dad-bod design in the cartoon. Fanstoys makes him look more heroic, Takara captures the Dad-bod PERFECTLY.
But I will stick to my FT preorder
I have pre ordered my MP56, I currently have Ocular Max Terraegis as my MP Trailbreaker as I preferred the alt mode, I display a robot and alt mode for my season 1 and was waiting for Fanstoys as my bot mode but with Takara I alway like to support them as they made my collection possible so on this occasion will trump Fanstoys for me
Takara should be the best and since they are going 100% toon that is where they win
I own bad cube speed bump, MMC Teraegis, and XtB Aegis. All are great figures. I am looking forward to Takara’s. release. I really like Trailbreaker as a character. I would be shocked to death if fans toys releases theirs after two and a half years. But it they do it would also be a nice edition. I also have G1 , CW, and WFC Trailbreaker.
Takara needs to do A Cartoon Version of SIDESWIPE
Heck yes they can do better than MP12
You should compare the MMC version also.. it looks pretty good also.
I'll get one because I love Trailbreaker, but am not convinced it beats the sleek heroic proportions of MMC's.
I am very happy with my MMC Trailbreaker and see no reason to replace it. It is also the only one out of the bunch that is actually black and not that horrible faded grey that is currently in fashion with MP transformers.
Great job as usual Mike, this conversation is going 2be long and track for a while inside the community.
I remember that Fans Toys used to have LED Lighting in the weaponry. They have since left that feature behind.
Personally I think Fans Toys wins on bot and XTB wins on alt mode. For my aesthetic I think XTB usually wins on alt but suffers a lot elsewhere. Personally I think the Takara looks kinda cheap and has a clunky, awkward torso. All that said, what a wonderful time we’re living in where there are three pretty dang good options for even a minor character. This is the golden age for G1 collecting and I’m excited to be around for it.
I love that you didn't even mention the Bad Cube version. I have one of the badcube ones, it came with the front bumper missing and the right leg immediately broke at the knee. I was reimbursed and got to keep it for free and even at that price that toy isn't worthwhile. I didn't think I would replace my version as it is glued back together and does the job in my display but a KO version of the Takara one just might be in my future.
Well there was MMC and Badcube but I passed on those back in the day. I did not really have much positive to say about them because I feel XTB won the early part of this Trailbreaker war
RIP Badcube. But also, I think MMC should have been in this conversation. I think their robot mode is closer than XTB and we'll see about FT. MMC also has the grey as opposed to white or chrome.
I kno die-cast isn't the end all/be all with MP figures but I kno FT Outrider is going to feel like a brick which is what I want for this character...Takara has me loving the paint deco although I'm not crazy about their Trailbreaker waist...I have the XTB Hoist that I love but I want a dif company for Trailbreaker...FT & Takara only have a $40 price difference & this has me truly torn...honestly, any of these representations will look good on display imo...
Yes FT Diecast will feel better but seems you cant go wrong with either
I'm still very happy with my XTB Aegis (first release with the silver legs). Still a very good design to this day in both modes. Transformation is good too. I also like the MMC version for what it is. Not as accurate, but I just enjoy their take on it. The FT one looks okay. Not bad but not great. Just okay. I'm thinking of cancelling it. Have the Takara one on preorder. Looks good to me. Has issues, but overall, I like it. XTB is the only one to have a complete rear end with bumper and very little low-hanging kibble in truck mode.
The vehicle and robot modes looks great for each company but I do agree that it is the transformation that will make the difference.
Here is to hope for a more simplified transformation
DUDE!
I haven't heard Geographer in about 10 years! NICE!
So who’s version of ironhide is better than the MP? Also, where did the white color come from since it’s not in the toon? I don’t remember the toy being white.
There was a VooDoo Robots version of ironhide that looked better and I think Sunbow charts use the white
@@tydiriumhanger1320 thanks.
Takara seems to be the better option. Will have to wait and see if KO fixes problems that Takara may have. If there isn't any major improvements then I rather have the licensing.
There are some very specific parts that are very animation accurate for the Takara version
I have been extremely critical of Takara and the problems with their recent releases. I still wanna wait for some early reviews before I cave but I like it. I want a Trailbreaker but I want a good one. I'm no fan of the FT price seeing how the official is cheaper but I KNOW FT will put out a quality figure that will kill it on my shelf. KOs might be a possible option seeing how they will also add some qc improvements. Also I completely agree Ironhide needs a 2.0
Haha, I've never heard Hilux pronounced as "helix" before! 😆
If I was gonna get a Trailbreaker I'd definitely go for the FT. The MP has weird proportions, particularly the hips. Plus I'd prefer black to the dark grey they appear to have chosen. However, I would probably get an MP Hoist, since he was my first Transformer (Christmas 1985!).
It sure is good to have options for this character
What’s the real pronunciation?
@@tydiriumhanger1320 I did get Fanstoys TrailBreaker and Hoist. Great figures!
@@39Hundred Hi - Lux. I guess it's sort of pidgeon latin for "High Light".
I think ironhide looks fine. Perhaps arms (via windows showing) can be updated. 🙃
From the side skirts to the chest and abdomen area are all way off and do not capture the character for me. That said he is currently my Ironhide
Use to have the Bad Cube version. Not bade but a B@stard to transform back and forth. Ended up selling it.
I think X-Transbots pairs with MP-10.
Fanstoys pairs up with OP Leader.
The upcoming Takara one pairs up with MP-44.
getting FT and Tak. Will decide what to keep later.
That is the way to go choose for yourself in hand
Masterpiece Ratchet and Ironhide sorely need an update.
Those would be 2.0 figures I would be on board getting
Either way if you own XTB, it’s time to upgrade. The shoulders on XTB are inexcusably too large and goofy looking.
I have always liked the XTB but will be fun to compare all options in hand and make that decision
Hoist just isn't important enough 4me to over spend, TB is very important so I like having doubles at least. I've had all the tbreakers mmc XTB Badcube, mmc was 1st but dissatisfied with the black. Have mmc-yellow and XTB pearl white limbs/Shadow black nice, but yes upgrading FTOYS TB not selling what/who I have. Not a completionist, care about who I like,style ,character and then price, don't care about "others opinions of what's best,what isn't". I don't hate either,BOT choice is for everyone...
Yeah I’ve given up hope on an official Jazz.
I enjoyed these comparisons, thank you! I’ll be waiting for Takara.
Funny that I thought both FT and XTB would blow Takara away until I put these pics side by side and see how good TT really is
not sure if anyone has pointed out yet but the MP's shoulder articulation looks interesting 4:24
True the shoulders might be a point they engineered well because of all the XTB complaints
Blue in the face screaming for a Mp Jazz and Windcharger.
HA yes so true and hope they get blue windows
So I'm out of the loop with this but is FT canceling their Trailbreaker now since Takara's is being released? If so I'm surprised they just don't have it come out under another Generic company like what they did for AW.
The XTB is the one i would go for, it got it's flaws but he looks most like in the cartoons
I'm going with Takara and XTB all are Nice though Great Vid 🌟🤓
I am surprised how close Takara got to the animation very impressive
@@tydiriumhanger1320 yup
The pic of the Takara MPS standing together looks super photoshopped to me, the dimensions and the perspective looks strange and they don't look like they're standing together, which leads me to believe that TB being taller than Ironhide might not be the case. However, I'd have to double check but I think the XTB Aegis is slightly taller than Ironhide.
Good point that photo does look fake and when I started looking at numbers Takara is only a bit over 7 inches tall
That Ironhide has the knees bent & is photographed further back from the TRAILBREAKER figure… so, Ironhide may not be as shorter as appears. 🧐✨🤖✨
I'm guessing alot will go for FT,but to me in alt mode,the FT camper looks too stubby. I like the XTB alt mode the best. The Takara bot mode doesn't do it for me.
Holy sh1t... An official takara mp figure that is NOT another prime, bee, screamer or seeker repaint.
LOL Seems like a new direction for Takara and it is refreshing
@@tydiriumhanger1320 yep... But it's still not enough to bring me back., sadly
I really like the TT Trailbreaker but, I'm skipping it as I've already got both XTB Aegis and FT Outrider and they're good enough for me. I should had just stayed with Aegis as there's really not much difference in Aegis and Outrider for me to upgrade. Overall, I'm happy with both of them and I keep Aegis in alt mode while Outrider stays in robot mode.
I've been waiting for Fans Toys for at least 4 years now and I don't know if Takara could have done anything to sway my decision at this point. Either way I'm just not a fan of the proportions or face sculpt.
I usually go for the official but I do not like the stomach on the Takara and Fanstoys is a easy pass for me because they frustrate me as a company so I’ll probably just stick with my XTB. I need to see reviews first
I have two XTB.. one in bot and one in alt.. I want FT for bot mode.. I don't want Takara at all.. the 7 month preggo tummy is a no go.. the only thing they have I like is the Toyota TM.. cause I know even though the rest looks good.. its gonna be made of graham crackers like hound..
Hope the build quality is better on this one
I got the Ocular Max version and I think it looks great. I won't be getting the official MP one
if you are happy with the one you have no need to swap out
I would probably wait for the KO if I didn’t already have the toon version of XTB, but I’m fine with that one.
The XTB was out before these and still holds up after all these years
I wish ER made him look like this then a redo of hoist I get why but Man I wish they made him more like the toon!
Usually when Takara makes a character other companies stop making their versions. We will see if that is true here
Biggest question is will FT release now that TT their version on the way. I don’t think they will, I don’t know if they want that heat.
Seems like Trailbreaker is a lesser desired character and TT may not care so much if FT releases a the same time. There is a core group of collectors in Japan that will buy TT and never touch 3p. Takara always sells
@@tydiriumhanger1320 I hope FT does release because it is overall a better looking figure. We will see what happens. Il definitely pay the price diff for the better quality product
Interesting Takara Toyota is a Japanese and FT / XTB more American style. Takara does pay for licenses from car makers . With everything going on I wonder if car companies will start cracking down on non license, Hell the US Military requires you to pay if you are using some of their military weapons. I think I will go Takara .
There are great points about all of these figures
People that settled for XTB please just get the FT and if u don’t like it return it but I doubt you will. It’s just on a different level. Proportions, weight, paint, and even transformation is top shelf. I can’t even look at my XTB anymore it looks like a disproportionate child. I use XTB for alt mode that’s the only thing it’s better at in my opinion. Trust me TERRYTF has FT trailbreaker for $150 and it’s worth every penny if not more…
Could Takara merge with Bandai ?
Until we reach a point in time when porsche rescind their policy on the licence issue we will NEVER see an official MP jazz or cliffjumper
I'm not getting this figure, but lately (Since MP 36) I'm loving the G1 bot aesthetic that Takara has been going for. My wallet, sadly, is not.
Yes these are pricey but Takara has made the past releases affordable aside from seekers
I like x-transbots myself. You should do a video about hasbro and figures changing colors the cyclonus was my favorite figure in years well mine looks like garbage now the grey turning yellow its sad and they know about it and don't care either
Was that your Studio Series Cyclonus I just looked at mine and the joints do look to be made of different colors
@@tydiriumhanger1320 kingdom version so disappointed I guess it's alot of figures that r white and grey and I think light blue
Have the XTB 2.0 versions of Trailbreaker and Hoist both. I'm going to wait on Takara to release Hoist as well then pick them both up at the same time. I think it's a given that they'll both.
Jazz and Mirage are all that remain for full sized 1st and 2nd release Autobot cars that haven't been released as Masterpiece. Like to see them do both of them then come back around full circle with 2.0 Versions of Sideswipe & Redalert then 2.0 Prowl Bluestreak and Smokescreen.
FT has dropped the ball. Takara is possibly going to beat them to market. I'd not trust FT to meet the Sept deadline. They've teased for about 5 years. Takara dropped their version on us a week ago. 😂
Where is Deadend? 😂
Yes FT has been making us wait for 5 years for Outrider and that September date might get pushed back. Takara on the other hand either hits release date or up to 3 weeks later that is how business is conducted!
@@tydiriumhanger1320 If I was running FT I'd be doing everything humanly possible to get Trailbreaker out early. I think beating Takara to market matters here and likewise don't mind at all the Takara is taking a swipe at a company making stuff that's clearly Transformers without calling them so.
I do like that Takara has real competition. It only forces them to make better products. We as the buyers benefit the most from the competition between Takara and the best 3rd Party builders like FT XTB MMC and more recently Deformation Space/Transform Element.
Looks like Takara is going for bots they can make other bots out of or recolors. I’ve been holding out for FT trail breaker and paid my preorder off months ago and think he will look more premium and be better quality than takara. I think I’ve given up on Takara, what their last real quality materials, paint, and transformation figures to wow us were Sunstreaker and Megatron? And since then everything has had issues except for the simplified Skids.
Maybe they are going in a new direction Keep it Simple with less issues
Takara looks good, but not great. What sold me on it was the playability displayed in the promotional ads. Pre-ordered mine from amiami.
Takara has been putting in next level articulation lately
All three are for me
Way to go and that is the best way to see which one is best even if you keep all 3
KO all the way, and it will probably release a few weeks after the official just like the seekers. Aside from that I plan to have them all. I have XTB, MMC, and Bad Cube already but I'm more excited for Outrider than this official version in the KO.
I just don't like the facesculpt. It looks like Trailbreaker superficially. But it looks more like some drunk fratboy is wearing a Trailbreaker mask and costume than it looks like Trailbreaker himself.
IMO Fanstoys destroys the Takara MP in bot mode, especially when it comes to facesculpt. But Takara wins in alt mode + their pastel grey limbs are more accurate than Fanstoys' pearl white + Takara Traibreaker has a nicer looking pelvis.
Not a fan of Takara. The gray although closer to show accurate with the charcoal colored body will look drab on a shelf in comparison to the FT’s with the pearlescent white on black. I don’t like the middle section of the arms on Takara. Look to thin and not cohesive at all. I don’t like where the shoulder joint comes out of Takara’s either compared to XTB or FT’s. I think XTB’s look pretty good. Arms a little two big. I agree FT had the best face as well. I think FT easily has the best proportions in bot mode. Takara or XTB win Alt mode. Materials will go to FT easily. Takara’s plastic sucks and I feel like I’m going to break something regardless of the complexity. Transformation will likely go to Takara but I have never had XTB though either. Side view or at an angle Takara looks like Humpty Dumpty. No placeholders here. FT and it’s not close for me.
Exactly
This will be a fun in Hand comparison of all these but Fanstoys does look great!
@@tydiriumhanger1320 imagine if the takara could have the ft build and paint quality
Takara all the way.
I don’t really want the official…… but it’s an official so I’ll get it but the one I really want is the Fans Toys and I’ll be getting that one as well ……… official RC ok I guess but the Fans Toys is much better build than the official and I did pick up both ……….
What bugs me is how the hood/chest is at.an angle. Makes.him look like he has a belly.
I'm getting the fanstoys version. I think the upper body of takaras version looks horrible.
I am hoping it will look better in person
@@tydiriumhanger1320 would be great but those not clean sides on the upper body probably just will not look good. I think the 3rd party companies did a way better job.
Eh, If I can pick up a 3P super cheap when this hits then maybe. I doubt I'll even get the KO. I don't care much about Trailbreaker, it'd have to be very cheap to peak my interest. Takara doesn't do much for me at MP.
This is one of those characters most collectors will probably just be happy with what they have
I actually think they beat FansToys on this one. And I know the articulation is better.
Fantoys only for robot mode, Truck mode is awful
Fanstoys by far
I think the Takara looks ok, but I think the x-transbots is my favorite. I will probably pick up a ko just to check it out.
That is another good reason for KO figures
Nnnnnope. there is such a thing as too toon. The 'gut' on the Takara is just bad. the proportions are wonky and it will likely cost just as much as the FT one.
It almost looks like the Gut is adjustable because it is positioned differently for each picture but we will see
FT will look better, less articulation and trickier transformation. And more expensive. As usual, lol.
More expensive? MP Hound was $160. Trailbreaker might be even more. The FT Autobot cars I have bought have all been less than that.
Why do we keep buying tpys of the same characters even if they are inferior products?
Sometimes I think we're just immigrants.
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Mike I’m trying to grow my RUclips channel any advice…😊
@@kingrousereviews6216 Sure: 1st upload consistently 2 or 3 days a week same day same time. Do something different to stand out because there are many established reviewers that most collectors go to first. I love that you use music but make sure you balance the music with your voice because viewers want to hear what you say. Up the voice in the editor and reduce the music volume. It takes time and hope this helps
@@tydiriumhanger1320 awesome advice thank you 😊
10:35. Takara looks cheap to me. Can’t stand the shabby material use especially with plastic wheels (like hound). Xtb or Fanstoys all the way
Good point I do hope the Takara does not feel cheap in hand but it might
I don't want it. The problem with takara is that they exclusively care only about the vehicle mode. Whether it's because of the license or not idk and idc, because no one cares about vehicle mode. (Well yeah a small % might leave it in vehicle mode but come on. And on top of that, it's a crappy old 80s toyota, why would i want to pimp my shelf out with that...then again transformers are crappy old 80s toys so lolol. Thanks mike! ;)
Yes Bot mode is the most important to most collectors
Xtb wins !!!
And he is already here while FT has made us wait 5 years
Actually I did not notice the big Toyota logo on the back takara looking good
X- transbots real And superior
XTB is solid and first out of the gate compared to TT and FT
The Takara face is my least favorite. The mouth is too high. It looks goofy compared to the other two. I sure would love to see a bunch of people dumping their XTB guys for cheap, but that's never really how it goes, is it? And as for giving a new character the MP treatment, I'm all for that, rather than redoing one they've already done.
Right now KFC Transistor is being dumped on Ebay and you can score a deal on him because of Deformation space. Maybe the same will happen with Aegis