Transformers Rescue Bots G1 Dinobots Redecos Found at Toysrus Canada

look at those fully stocked pegs.. its beautiful!.. Meanwhile in most of the US Walmarts and Target stores...

khrome wrote:look at those fully stocked pegs.. its beautiful!.. Meanwhile in most of the US Walmarts and Target stores...

Haven't seen Roddy yet, but I myself think WfC has had the best distribution Central Indiana has seen in quite a while.and really most of the current TF Toylines

EDIT: I refer specifically to WFC Rodimus because that's what is in the attached picture. I do realize tjis is supposed to be a Rescue Bots thread

khrome wrote:look at those fully stocked pegs.. its beautiful!.. Meanwhile in most of the US Walmarts and Target stores...

At least you have Rodimus, we usually have loads of old stuff.

no rodimus.. it was just a... netflix mirage

Griffin from Ozformers got the Optimus Prime Jumbo Jet Wing Racer toy and has taken mages of it. While it is not branded as a Rescue Bots toy, it is the same aesthetic and the plane mode further converts into a carrying tray for Rescue Bots figures. This toy was found in Australia about a month ago and has yet to show up in America.

It also comes with a simplified Bumblebee figure. Here is the product description:

Little heroes can imagine going on daring missions with one of their favorite TRANSFORMERS characters! The 15-inch OPTIMUS PRIME figure converts from jet mode to Jumbo Jet Wing Racer mode in just a few simple steps, perfect for little heroes. Jet mode features spinning propellers, rolling wheels and can store up to 4 figures in vehicle mode. With the playset in bot mode, kids can push figures up the OPTIMUS PRIME figure’s jet wings, then release to watch them race towards the finish line! The figure also comes with a 4.5-inch BUMBLEBEE figure that features simple 1-step conversion from robot to racecar mode.

The idea of Optimus carrying your Autobots is pretty cool.

Day 567 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.

I guess it resembles a jumbo jet.

Aerodynamic Seriously, though, I think it would be lots of fun for my nephew.

There are toys so stupid it's awesome, and there are toys just plane plain stupid. This is the latter, and I'm not looking it from a collector point of view.

Easy play pattern improvements. Propellers should be jet engines befitting a jumbo JET and add voice chips w/ OP classic/RescueBots phrases, jet engines swoosh noises, transforming sound, etc. Make the ramp spring loaded so pressing a button can launch the cars out of the ramps so the "RACER" part in the name makes sense (I think the yellow piece on the wings work with gravity in OP bot mode only, realease it and the car slide down the ramp vertically. But they do nothing in jumbo jet mode?). Simple changes that add a buck or two to the cost but make kids, parent & TF fans alike super happy and get a ton more sales because it's a better toy. Is that too hard?

I-it’s basically a glorified box... At least give it an action feature, like spring loaded car launchers, or lights and sounds. Anything to up the play value.

Hokutron wrote:I-it’s basically a glorified box... At least give it an action feature, like spring loaded car launchers, or lights and sounds. Anything to up the play value.

Wings convert to Racetracks is not enough of a play feature? They also have a release mechanism for the cars so they can speed down the wing ramps .

"Articulation" who needs articulation when your wings can be racetracks.

WHY A PLANE? It's just doesn't make any sense. This concept would be just perfect for a huge cargo ship. But noooooooooo, sea ships are uncool. Better have a jumbo jet with CAR CARRIERS as wings.

The plane mode looks like a hot mess. Most kids will want to pick that up and go "neeeeyyooooow!" with it, but won't be able to, due to the size. They should have made into a base, massive lorry, or ship, do kids could push it around in the ground/keep it stationary.

Greetings Seibertronians! Thanks to fellow Seibertron user, and toy reviewer, Chuckdawg1999, we now have video reviews of the recently re-released Transformers Rescue Bots toys (now under a Dinobot Adventures branding). These figures are all ones that have been seen on store shelves before but are perfect for those little fans who might have missed out on them the first time.

Let's see what Chuck has to say:

chuckdawg1999 wrote:Rescue Bots are fun Transformers with simpler transformations that are made for smaller hands. The Dinobot Adventures version of Bumblebee with his partner Lance is a fun set that will charm fans both young and old.

And:

chuckdawg1999 wrote:Now, these are squad goals I can get behind! Continuing our look at the Dinobot Adventures subline of Rescue Bots is the Dinobot Squad pack of Grimlock, Snarl, and Predaking; one of these things is definitely not like the other. All three feature simple transformations and static posing but Predaking is the stand-out with articulated dragon heads. Definitely worth a look for younger fans.

Stay tuned to Seibertron for all the latest news and reviews!

What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

There is that big mind-boggling Optimus plane whose wings are inexplicably car carrier trailers.

Then there'e that huge Optimus base playset where smaller bots can fit inside like carrion devouring a corpse.

Finally there's that pretty big Optimus with a sizeable trailer that can carry many "deluxes". However, the only way to get that is through Ebay.

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

Yep. Epic Optimus Prime is two feet tall.

Sabrblade wrote:

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

Yep. Epic Optimus Prime is two feet tall.

That's the "base" Optimus. Too bad it don't transform though.

-Kanrabat- wrote:

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

There is that big mind-boggling Optimus plane whose wings are inexplicably car carrier trailers.

Then there'e that huge Optimus base playset where smaller bots can fit inside like carrion devouring a corpse.

Finally there's that pretty big Optimus with a sizeable trailer that can carry many "deluxes". However, the only way to get that is through Ebay.

Are you referring to this one for the last one?

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00C7VQ496/ ... 4RA53N8K91?tag=seibertron07-20&

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?siteid=0&pub=5574891718&campid=5336631220&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1&mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F274908285653%3F

I'm familiar with jumbo jet. Not sure about that base... Can you point me in the direction of that one? Thanks!

Huh, just found this....I think it's the 2016 re-release of the trailer Optimus playset...thoughts?

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08D6T2R6W/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

Sabrblade wrote:

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

Yep. Epic Optimus Prime is two feet tall.

Non-transforming?

Mkdlmr wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

Mkdlmr wrote:What is the biggest rescue bots toy? Anything approaching titan class?

Yep. Epic Optimus Prime is two feet tall.

Non-transforming?

Yet, his chest opens up to reveal a control center, his backside is full of mutli-level playset platforms, and his body is covered in 5mm ports meant to arm him with all sorts of weapon accessories from other toys.

Can someone please confirm that these two are the same figure (don't care about the extra characters)?

They appear to be the same with slightly different stickers/paint....

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00C7VQ496/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08D6T2R6W/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

Thanks!

Mkdlmr wrote:Can someone please confirm that these two are the same figure (don't care about the extra characters)?

They appear to be the same with slightly different stickers/paint....

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00C7VQ496/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08D6T2R6W/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

Thanks!

Same characters, but different molds. That playset with Optimus, his trailer, and his friends would make your child NUT! That's a great starting point for a young kid.

It looks like all the Optimuses with trailer you have shown are the exact same toys but in different releases. So go with the one available.

-Kanrabat- wrote:

Mkdlmr wrote:Can someone please confirm that these two are the same figure (don't care about the extra characters)?

They appear to be the same with slightly different stickers/paint....

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00C7VQ496/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08D6T2R6W/ ... UTF8&psc=1?tag=seibertron07-20&

Thanks!

Same characters, but different molds. That playset with Optimus, his trailer, and his friends would make your child NUT! That's a great starting point for a young kid.

It looks like all the Optimuses with trailer you have shown are the exact same toys but in different releases. So go with the one available.

Awesome, thanks so much!

Well this just showed up outta nowhere (image by M Sipher on the TFWiki Discord):

A triple Bee pack?
Eh, why not?

At least it's a second chance to pick up Quinjet Bumblebee.

The Rescue Bots line is not something Hasbro would ever reveal outright since it doesn't concern collectors BUT we know there are completionists out there and this is indeed a great line to start off any young fan with so parents who are fans tend to want to know what product is out there. Well, we have 2 new products to share with you.

Firstly, a three pack of Bumblebees is stealth decos were found at Ross. Since it's at Ross, it means it was product destined for release a while back at another store (like Walmart or target) but that chose never to put these on shelves and instead just dump it at Ross. That would explain why it still has the older packaging. The sighting was posted here.



We also have a brand new product found in Canada at Toysrus. It's a bigger version of the monster truck Optimus Prime with different deco from the original smaller mold. We put an old stock pic of that initial figure for comparison. The sighting was posted here. We also have stock images from Ripley showing this new toy.









Smaller mold:

Tow truck Optimus Prime.

Seriously, Optimus in the Rescue Bot universe never gave any foks about his altmodes.

While the new subline for Rescue Bots this year is Dinobot themed, we still have remnants of Transformers Rescue Bots Academy hitting shelves randomly worldwide. One of those is this new Optimus Prime which turns into a Monster Truck Tow truck. He is big and durable, fun for any kid aged between 2 and 4 (3 being the ideal age for this more simplistic toy) and the tow gimmick works really well. It is unclear at which stores in the US he will show up at but if you are interested, here is a review.

Walmart.ca currently has the latest big Rescue Bots toy, Dinobot Adventures Optimus Prime T-Rex, for parents who want to get a big gift this Christmas for the youngest Transformers fans. This is a redeco of a previously released toy. It's basically a 9 inch Optimus Prime that turns into a T Rex in on step and has lights and sounds.

Here is the link if you wish to purchase it: https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transforme ... 0203870015

Figure scale: 9+ inches
Ages 3 and up
The Dinobots are stomping, chomping, and roaring into action! Dinobot Adventures introduces little heroes to Grimlock and his Dinobot friends, plus favorite Autobot characters with re-imagined dinosaur alt modes!

Optimus Prime is ready to roar as a mighty T-Rex! Imagine saving the day with the Optimus Prime T-Rex figure, sized right for small hands. Kids ages 3 and up can enjoy twice the fun with 2 modes of play, converting the Optimus Prime T-Rex figure from Tyrannosaurus Rex to robot mode with the push of a button! The figure converts back to Tyrannosaurus Rex mode in 1 easy step. Press the button on the Optimus Prime T-Rex figure’s back to activate chomping action with exciting lights and sounds! Figure also features button-activated rescue drill that spins in both modes!

Also look for other Transformers Dinobot Adventures toys to assemble a team. (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

That's a repaint in reverse colors of the one you that was released some years ago. It was quite fun and the he little ones will have a blast!

From what I gather, this was not released in the US. Does anyone know otherwise?

william-james88 wrote:From what I gather, this was not released in the US. Does anyone know otherwise?

There's been no sign of any Dinobot Adventures toys at retail so far in my area.

Sabrblade wrote:

william-james88 wrote:From what I gather, this was not released in the US. Does anyone know otherwise?

There's been no sign of any Dinobot Adventures toys at retail so far in my area.

Brick and mortar is hit and miss, I was wondering abiut the US in general. Turns out this here is the only set from that line thst is readily available to you guys at the moment.

https://www.amazon.com/Transformers-F29 ... 257&sr=8-6?tag=seibertron07-20&

william-james88 wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

william-james88 wrote:From what I gather, this was not released in the US. Does anyone know otherwise?

There's been no sign of any Dinobot Adventures toys at retail so far in my area.

Brick and mortar is hit and miss, I was wondering abiut the US in general. Turns out this here is the only set from that line thst is readily available to you guys at the moment.

https://www.amazon.com/Transformers-F29 ... 257&sr=8-6?tag=seibertron07-20&

There's plenty of Rescue Bots Academy toys still available. Those I see all the time.

Sabrblade wrote:

william-james88 wrote:

Sabrblade wrote:

william-james88 wrote:From what I gather, this was not released in the US. Does anyone know otherwise?

There's been no sign of any Dinobot Adventures toys at retail so far in my area.

Brick and mortar is hit and miss, I was wondering abiut the US in general. Turns out this here is the only set from that line thst is readily available to you guys at the moment.

https://www.amazon.com/Transformers-F29 ... 257&sr=8-6?tag=seibertron07-20&

There's plenty of Rescue Bots Academy toys still available. Those I see all the time.

Did my link work? It's not working for me anymore.

I meant this one:

Yeah, it still works. I also haven't seen any Dino stuff at Walmart or Target. Haven't really seen much of any Rescue Bots stuff in stock at all, their space has been a big void most of the year.

Emerje

Emerje wrote:Yeah, it still works. I also haven't seen any Dino stuff at Walmart or Target. Haven't really seen much of any Rescue Bots stuff in stock at all, their space has been a big void most of the year.

Emerje

Same at my walmarts and toysrus. Those Bumblebee and Optimus dinobots at the lower price point sell out very quickly at every restock. Hasbro is underestimating the popularity of those toys.

Ratchet was a great addition to the Rescue Bots cast in the Rescue Bots Academy spinoff so it's nice to see a new toy for him getting released for young kids. While his mold is based on the Medix transformation he has a nice new headsculpt. We also have news of a new Heatwave toy coming from the same line. This Heatwave turns into a plane. All the images come from e-bay where these new toys can currently be purchased.

Everybody is chubby in the Rescue Bots universe.
I find this kinda hilarious.

That Ratchet is pretty nice. I'm tempted.

Medix being retooled into Uncle Ratchet is kind of appropriate.

You know what I love about Rescue Bots? They arent afraid to say "Let's make Heatwave a water bomber". They arent ashamed ti make a cool vehicle transformer and I wish Generations could be that unapologetic, or at least within reason

While the Rescue Bots show is over, there is still a big market for these style of toys and Hasbro wants to have a stable stream of product alongside Imaginext toys in the toddler toy aisle. So Hasbro is releasing more Rescue Bots type product under the Classic Heroes Team banner and you can see them below. The Optimus prime and Bumblebee are repacks, but the Grimlock and Optimus Primal are new. This is surprising since the previous rescue bots Optimus Primal was an Optimus Prime which turned into a T-Rex, and so we'd assumed this would be a reissue of that rather than a brand new mold. This is sure to be fun for young kids, who can play with these starting at 2 years old (despite what the recommended age states).

That Grimlock looks like a potato, but that Primal intrigue me.
I may buy him out of curiosity.

Gorilla eyes peeking up ominously over Primal's chest plate is a cool effect.

My 4 year old wants that Primal so bad. I think he's too old for it though.

william-james88 wrote:My 4 year old wants that Primal so bad. I think he's too old for it though.

You should know, like all of us, that "too old for a toy" (any toy) is a fallacy.

william-james88 wrote:My 4 year old wants that Primal so bad. I think he's too old for it though.

They're rated 3+, if 4 is too old that isn't much of an age range.

Emerje

Any idea when these might drop?