First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker

Friday, May 6th, 2022 11:03AM CDT

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While this could always be a fake, we wanted to share an image that has been making the rounds on Facebook. It is of MP-56 Trailbreaker. Takara had announced that they had MP Trailbreaker and Hoist in their sights years ago and we are finally seeing it now. Usually when we get images like these, and they are real, it is not long before we get the full on reveal with the price. Let us know what you think!

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Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132799)
Posted by william-james88 on May 6th, 2022 @ 11:05am CDT

I gotta say, that's quite impressive. I never liked the Trailbreaker design with the very heavy kibble arrangement but the cartoon smoothed it out and now this MP recreated that look.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132802)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 6th, 2022 @ 11:29am CDT

If it's a 7k yen MP like Skids and Reboost, and is as enjoyable as them, I'm in.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132803)
Posted by o.supreme on May 6th, 2022 @ 11:48am CDT

My concern here is that if this is genuine, it will make the spacing of releases for MPG Trainbots even further apart. Many of us thought we would here something about the 3rd release mid-late April. There has been nothing as of yet.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132806)
Posted by Sabrblade on May 6th, 2022 @ 12:00pm CDT

Given how much wider and squatter than Trailbreaker Hoist was in the cartoon, I'd expect his MP to either be a completely new mold or one that borrows only a small bit of altmode pieces.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132812)
Posted by jtanimator on May 6th, 2022 @ 1:52pm CDT

Not a huge G1 Masterpiece collector, but that looks slick. They've nailed the MP line.

Now if only they could put the same care and budget into the MPM line :-?

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132817)
Posted by william-james88 on May 6th, 2022 @ 3:17pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:If it's a 7k yen MP like Skids and Reboost

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132818)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on May 6th, 2022 @ 3:34pm CDT

Someone's gonna get fired: The "5月11日解禁" part in red pasted over the image says it's not to be shown until May 11th.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132823)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on May 6th, 2022 @ 4:06pm CDT

Not exactly the Masterpiece announcement I was waiting for...

Also, a new MP update. But it's not Sky/Jetfire :-?

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132825)
Posted by Rodimus Prime on May 6th, 2022 @ 4:08pm CDT

Jelze Bunnycat wrote:Someone's gonna get fired: The "5月11日解禁" part in red pasted over the image says it's not to be shown until May 11th.

It's 5 days. Unless Takara had a special event planned just for the reveal, it's probably not a terminable offense.

As for the figure, it's definitely based on TB from the opening of season 1. He looked wider in the actual episodes.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132828)
Posted by Sabrblade on May 6th, 2022 @ 4:23pm CDT

Rodimus Prime wrote:As for the figure, it's definitely based on TB from the opening of season 1. He looked wider in the actual episodes.

Here's his character model for reference:

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132830)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 6th, 2022 @ 4:33pm CDT

william-james88 wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:If it's a 7k yen MP like Skids and Reboost

More like Hound maybe? Overengineered and overpriced?

If that's the case, I'm out. [-(

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132833)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on May 6th, 2022 @ 4:54pm CDT

Skids renewed my hope and joy for the MP line. Hopefully, that good will continues.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132842)
Posted by Emerje on May 6th, 2022 @ 8:57pm CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:
william-james88 wrote:
-Kanrabat- wrote:If it's a 7k yen MP like Skids and Reboost

More like Hound maybe? Overengineered and overpriced?

If that's the case, I'm out.

I think size will have more to do with it than anything. A City is a small car and this is a truck, his bot mode should be the same size as Ironhide, Ratchet, Inferno and Grapple. Hoist is the same height, but his silhouette is quite different, not sure how they'll handle that.

Trailbreaker is third to the right of Prime on the top row, Hoist is in the middle of the fourth row between Grapple and Blaster.

So far this figure looks fantastic, interesting that he comes with spare heads (or halves of his head) instead of just extra faces.

Emerje

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132855)
Posted by optimeow on May 7th, 2022 @ 9:59am CDT

I have been waiting for a cartoon MP Jazz for the longest time.
Must be Porche or Martini licensing issues

Or maybe Hasbro is like, “No alcohol brand associations with toys!” (Just like WB and guns) -_-

Or they could just put a special, “Ages 21 and up” or “Adults only” for Jazz.

Makes little difference to us old foggies here :lol:

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132861)
Posted by Sabrblade on May 7th, 2022 @ 1:44pm CDT

optimeow wrote:Or maybe Hasbro is like, “No alcohol brand associations with toys!” (Just like WB and guns) -_-

Hasbro ain't got nuthin' to do with these G1 MPs. It's all Takara's doing.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132900)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on May 8th, 2022 @ 10:47am CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
optimeow wrote:Or maybe Hasbro is like, “No alcohol brand associations with toys!” (Just like WB and guns) -_-
Hasbro ain't got nuthin' to do with these G1 MPs. It's all Takara's doing.

And for the record, it's all Porsche, tho they may await the result of Cliffjumper first. The sponsorship licensing excuse went out the window with Wheeljack and Exhaust.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2132901)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on May 8th, 2022 @ 10:49am CDT

Much like how, if they actually cared that much about the licensing excuse. Takara would have pumped out the non-license designs to fill the void ala MP Insecticons, Dinobots etc

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133042)
Posted by william-james88 on May 10th, 2022 @ 7:42am CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:If it's a 7k yen MP like Skids and Reboost, and is as enjoyable as them, I'm in.

It's a 20 k yen MP

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133044)
Posted by william-james88 on May 10th, 2022 @ 7:52am CDT

Fans will probably be happy since Takara is going all out for Trailbreaker. The full reveal shows us all the accessories he comes with which are all done to recreate scenes from the G1 show, like the multi nozzle hand, the satellite dish and even an interchangeable grill to have a more toon look. He comes with 3 faces and effects parts as well. You can see all of that in the screencaps below of the reveal video which was mirrored by Cybertron 21 on Youtube. The toy is over the 20 K Yen mark, so not at all like the cheap price point Skids had. However, with the Japanese retail standard of selling locally at less than MSRP along with a very big currency exchange advantage, American fans could pay anywhere between 135-160 before shipping when all is said and done. But first you will see online listings of the 160-170 range from domestic importers which are sure to be in our upcoming sponsor posts.

Let us know what you think about the figure!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133047)
Posted by BumbleDouche on May 10th, 2022 @ 8:26am CDT

I can't help but feel he should be darker. If not black, at least a darker shade of grey. I know that's not the hyper-toon-accurate thing Takara are now focusing on, but I think the 3rd party releases fit my personalised ideal aesthetic for this character a little more closely.

Aside from that, the only real nit-picky thing I could say about the mold is that those voids left on the sides of the torso (the wheel-wells) make for a bit of an eyesore. Either that or the blue of that window breaks the continuity of colour in a manner that looks out of place.

Overall though, I foresee a mass recall of pre-orders for FT-Outrigger happening in the imminent future lol.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133065)
Posted by xMXUx on May 10th, 2022 @ 10:03am CDT

Agree on the torso being a bit messy with the windows being visible through the wheelwels. Also no license? I think he's supposed to be a Toyota Hilux, right?

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133103)
Posted by Stormshot_Prime on May 10th, 2022 @ 12:07pm CDT

He looks so solid, this just makes me SUPER excited for Hoist. Been waiting for him forever.

Also, man, that Bee 2.0 just looks bad from every angle.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133116)
Posted by Hero Alpha on May 10th, 2022 @ 12:31pm CDT

This is purely the work of wizards or witches lol. Just amazing looking and I cant believe they have all those legs/arms fit inside such a small looking torso. I cant wait to see Moist now, which is my fav of the two. This is one of the best looking Masterpiece figures in a while, :TAKARATOMY:

nailed it. Makes me want to collect MP, but too expensive, so I happily stick to Generations.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133126)
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on May 10th, 2022 @ 12:50pm CDT

Hell yeah! There's my boy!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133134)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on May 10th, 2022 @ 1:54pm CDT

Amazon Japan cuts off cancelations on May 22nd which means on May 23rd we'll see just how many tiny fragile panels this figure uses.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133170)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 10th, 2022 @ 5:47pm CDT

Well, guess that's one more MP that I'll have to skip.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133180)
Posted by triKlops on May 10th, 2022 @ 8:38pm CDT

triKlops wrote:AJP MP-56 Trailbreaker pre-order:

Link Courtesy of Flash1087 on TFW

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B09ZPB4TXP?tag=seibertron00-22

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133190)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on May 11th, 2022 @ 2:40am CDT

There's speculation that the exchange rate price will put Trailbreaker at £135. To which, upon hearing the potential pricing refers to MP Trailbreaker. My G1 collector friends reaction was:

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133195)
Posted by Emerje on May 11th, 2022 @ 2:56am CDT

I mean I'm laughing at the price because it's considerably lower than I thought it would be even with shipping from Japan he'll be under $150 and potentially continue to drop more. I think he's the perfect price compared to the smaller Skids and similarly sized Inferno and Ironhide molds. And he looks great as both a real world Toyota and a generic cartoon truck (from the front).

Emerje

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133197)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on May 11th, 2022 @ 3:02am CDT

I think this might be a similar case to Raiden. With a price drop not too long after the preorder goes global.

As much as we all moan that they just re-release the most popular characters ad nauseum. The reality is, those non-top tier characters aren't guaranteed to sell. From my friend's reactions, they don't think Trailbreaker is worth that figure, regardless.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133199)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 11th, 2022 @ 3:57am CDT

-Kanrabat- wrote:Well, guess that's one more MP that I'll have to skip.

Who am I kidding?
I just cancelled the preorder of some anime sexy girl figure at Amazon.jp to preorder Trailbreaker instead. :HEADHURTS:

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133201)
Posted by AllNewSuperRobot on May 11th, 2022 @ 4:30am CDT

Transformers Masterpiece MP-56 Trailbreaker
Release estimate of December '22 to January 2023 subject to delays.

Kapow Toys - £139.99 (10% deposit available)

Indemand - £139.99 (10% deposit available)

Omegalock - £119.99

Ohmyprimus - $180.00

TFSource - $154.99

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133215)
Posted by xMXUx on May 11th, 2022 @ 10:51am CDT

xMXUx wrote:Agree on the torso being a bit messy with the windows being visible through the wheelwels. Also no license? I think he's supposed to be a Toyota Hilux, right?

I stand corrected

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133500)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 13th, 2022 @ 9:18pm CDT

My boy, my favorite boy...

holy hell you look great buddy. It is great to see you looking this good.

I preordered this guy. Trailbreaker is my favorite G1 Transformer, and this toy nails him. Nails him good too. He looks so good! I am in love it how good it looks!

the only thing I want to nitpick is that he did not come with a shield piece in any capacity. He should have something so I can have him projecting a forcefield!

Otherwise, he is wonderful, I cannot WAIT to get him!!!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133508)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 14th, 2022 @ 6:13am CDT

The preorder is up at Age 3 & Up cor Canadians.

https://www.agesthreeandup.ca/collectio ... ailbreaker

200$CAN is not too bad a price all things considered.
If the exchange rate for the Yen's value remains the same until my card is charged, it will remain cheaper at Amazon.jp for me. If not, the total price will be equivalent when adding taxes and shipping.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133678)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on May 16th, 2022 @ 12:52pm CDT

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:My boy, my favorite boy...

holy hell you look great buddy. It is great to see you looking this good.

I preordered this guy. Trailbreaker is my favorite G1 Transformer, and this toy nails him. Nails him good too. He looks so good! I am in love it how good it looks!

the only thing I want to nitpick is that he did not come with a shield piece in any capacity. He should have something so I can have him projecting a forcefield!

Otherwise, he is wonderful, I cannot WAIT to get him!!!

MP-56+

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2133715)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 16th, 2022 @ 7:38pm CDT

chuckdawg1999 wrote:
D-Maximal_Primal wrote:My boy, my favorite boy...

holy hell you look great buddy. It is great to see you looking this good.

I preordered this guy. Trailbreaker is my favorite G1 Transformer, and this toy nails him. Nails him good too. He looks so good! I am in love it how good it looks!

the only thing I want to nitpick is that he did not come with a shield piece in any capacity. He should have something so I can have him projecting a forcefield!

Otherwise, he is wonderful, I cannot WAIT to get him!!!

MP-56+

I will actually buy the + version too. This may be the one guy I actually would do that for

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152796)
Posted by william-james88 on January 2nd, 2023 @ 1:36am CST

Our Japan correspondent Matt in Japan has a video review for Transformers MP-56 Masterpiece Trailbreaker. This item was released just before the end of the year in Japan and he got his from Amazon Japan for ¥18,800 yen. In the review, Matt shows the accessories, like the different faces, and shows how Trailbreaker looks at from different angles. The side view is quite impressive since he ends up not having much of a backpack, the alt mode parts compress very elegantly. We also see him compared to MP skids for size along with preview Trailbreaker toys. Enjoy!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152800)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 2nd, 2023 @ 5:31am CST

Looks pretty damn good, but I noticed too late that there's no place for it in my collection, nor do I have the money to pay for it.

One more day of "please update your payment info" and I'll be free!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152817)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 2nd, 2023 @ 1:45pm CST

Mine shipped last week from Amazon Japan, DHL says it isn't arriving until next tuesday, but we'll see

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152830)
Posted by triKlops on January 2nd, 2023 @ 2:41pm CST

Still waiting on AJP to ship mine. Hopefully it will be in its way soon...

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152863)
Posted by ScottyP on January 2nd, 2023 @ 7:09pm CST

triKlops wrote:Still waiting on AJP to ship mine. Hopefully it will be in its way soon...

Same. Been charged for it, but no movement.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152943)
Posted by triKlops on January 3rd, 2023 @ 6:30pm CST

ScottyP wrote:
triKlops wrote:Still waiting on AJP to ship mine. Hopefully it will be in its way soon...
Same. Been charged for it, but no movement.

Just received my notification this AM.
You should hopefully be next on deck!

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152947)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 3rd, 2023 @ 6:46pm CST

triKlops wrote:
ScottyP wrote:
triKlops wrote:Still waiting on AJP to ship mine. Hopefully it will be in its way soon...
Same. Been charged for it, but no movement.

Just received my notification this AM.
You should hopefully be next on deck!

I too, received my notification that my credit card kept bouncing so I needed to update my payment info. Repeatedly. If I don't, my uncancellable preorder will be cancelled.

Oh nyo.

And this morning, it just did.

Oh nyo.

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2152973)
Posted by Emerje on January 4th, 2023 @ 4:00am CST

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:Mine shipped last week from Amazon Japan, DHL says it isn't arriving until next tuesday, but we'll see

Mine says Monday but I'll be surprised if it isn't here by Friday.

Emerje

Re: First Image of Transformers MP-56 Trailbreaker (2153036)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on January 4th, 2023 @ 8:06pm CST

Got my Trailbreaker in today, and I have been messing with him tonight.

God, he is wonderful.

The robot mode just makes me giggle with glee, he is slick and lovely. And he can throw some great shapes. He is pure joy! I love how awkward but still fully functional he is! He is fun!

Transformation isn't that bad, and his truck mode is pretty hefty, he has some density to him in truck mode. I will keep the shiny grill on him.

This is a dream come true. He is wonderful. I absolutely love him.