Video Review - Generations Leader Class Jetfire

The engineering and transformation schema for this toy is a bit disappointing, but the upper torso and the way it folds up is quite ingenious. Too bad there is no waist articulation.

I'll hold judgment until I get a copy of this toy.

I fast forward through possibility see one leader figure pose see them all cockpit don't open does voyager backpack fit on leader class jet fire g1 toys are all one color

Not a bad toy. Not bad. However, I do agree with Baltmatrix, the accessories do need some more paint than just red chrome (which does look cool I'll admit). I wish the face could transform into the battle mask and back again. I would have been a lot more happier.

The transformation reminds me of RotF Leader Starscream. especially the arms.

Jetfire is freaking AWESOME! Without the gaudy chromed outy accessories. Seriously, that chrome look out of place.

I may buy it anyway.

Super excited for Jetfire. I do like him weaponless, so I don't mind the straight red chrome, and I imagine Takara's version will fix the issue.

Also, I don't find the engineering to be sub-par at all - for yet another plane that simply has robot bits at the bottom, the transformation seems fairly involved, even if not so difficult.

Great looking figure and a very good review. Both modes look great, just a bit bland perhaps the lack of more paint detail is the reason.

I am not as impressed as I hoped. It's okay, but not amazing.

if someone makes addons for the figure, I hope they make covers for those forearms. you could probably make something that fits in the carved out parts without obstructing the holes. I just really don't want to putty that in and sand it :/

durroth wrote:if someone makes addons for the figure, I hope they make covers for those forearms. you could probably make something that fits in the carved out parts without obstructing the holes. I just really don't want to putty that in and sand it :/

1) Put guns on forearms.
2) ????
3) Profit!

but I dun want the guns on the forearms all the time!

Even though I'll probably get this already, I would love to see a Cybertron repaint of him.

I'm pleased that the transformation is involved without being overly difficult, even if it is some VERY cheatsy engineering (faux cockpit, etc.). I can forgive that for the excellent robot AND alt modes, though. I can't wait for this to come out. He'll look fantastic on my Classics shelf, especially since he'll be more properly scaled with the rest of the Classics Autobots.

I really don't mind the fauxpit or the backpack on this one, so much as I mind say, Voyager Prime's faux windshield or Prime Smokescreen's faux hood (the latter mostly because the figure looks very... flat, I guess is the best word to describe it. There's very little depth to the chest and there's not much backing it so the figure looks like its chest has been squished)

Skyfire in robot mode, Jetfire in plane mode. Reminds me of Evasion Mode Prime in a way.

The robot mode is pretty cool, I like it without the accessories. Not sure about the nose cone on the back.

And I rather like the scale with deluxe figures. Should look cool next to Henkei Starscream.

I didn't know there's a Takara version planned, does anyone know when it's due?

Awesome objective review, Baltmatrix. I agree with a lot of your points and those of other reviewers. It would be nice if the cockpit (not on the chest) opened, and those spaces in the arms and inner thighs are dreadful. Chrome too much... agreed. Will definitely get though. Always thought the Classics Jetfire was too darn short! This guy is supposed to carry them places? LOL. Keep it up man, will definitely subscribe on YouTube to your channel.

I kinda find it amusing that after years of bitching at Hasbro for the lack of chrome on modern Transformers, when they finally start adding it again, people are complaining about it.

They just can't win.

I kinda find it amusing that after years of bitching at Hasbro for the lack of chrome on modern Transformers, when they finally start adding it again, people are complaining about it.

They just can't win.

Good figure, not as great as we all hoped for but good figure none the less. I will hope for a possibly better looking Takara version.

IMO the only major flaws are the exposed forearms as mentions and the fact that the rear landing gear doesn't retract...c'mon HasTak was that really hard to engineer?

Delta Magnus wrote:I kinda find it amusing that after years of bitching at Hasbro for the lack of chrome on modern Transformers, when they finally start adding it again, people are complaining about it.

They just can't win.

I don't mind the chrome, personally. But I think the complaints aren't about the chrome per se, but how the weapons deviate from the more nuanced deco that was advertised. Oh well. He still looks great to me.

Delta Magnus wrote:I kinda find it amusing that after years of bitching at Hasbro for the lack of chrome on modern Transformers, when they finally start adding it again, people are complaining about it.

They just can't win.

What I complain about is not the chrome itself. It's the fact that these red chore accessories just look WRONG on Jetfire. It would have made more sense if Jetfire himself had some chrome on him and/or the chrome on the accessories were broken in part by regular paint aps.

It's a fashion thing, really. Imagine if you have a vey suave black toxedo, but your watch, neckackes, earings, and hat, were all oversized and were in a very bright & shiny silver. This would look out of place and ridiculous.
Now, Elton Jhonn walk to you, in his fabulous suit, with glitter, sequins and shit allover it, but he's wearing very sober accessories. He's not looking better until you trade accessories with him. Voila, both ensembles are fixed and you both look great in your own way!

TlDr; Gen Leader Jetfire make a dubious fashion statement.

I think Hasbro is still "learning" with the vacuum metalized paint apps. Takara went through some similar growing pains with the Henkei line. Seriously, some of those figures just seemed to have chrome applied for the sake of it being somewhere on the figure. It's already getting better with Hasbro's chrome deco designs in some respects. Compare the random chrome applications to the likes of First Edition AoE Optimus Prime to the excellent use of chrome with Evolutions 2-Pack Classics Optimus Prime.

Wolfman Jake wrote:I think Hasbro is still "learning" with the vacuum metalized paint apps. Takara went through some similar growing pains with the Henkei line. Seriously, some of those figures just seemed to have chrome applied for the sake of it being somewhere on the figure. It's already getting better with Hasbro's chrome deco designs in some respects. Compare the random chrome applications to the likes of First Edition AoE Optimus Prime to the excellent use of chrome with Evolutions 2-Pack Classics Optimus Prime.

I... need... it...

Seriously hope that 2-pack hits TRU soon.

Did anyone else notice that the reviewer fired the missile into the air and caught it in his hand!? That was pretty badass.

Wait for the Tomy version to correct the paint apps.

dragons wrote:I fast forward through possibility see one leader figure pose see them all cockpit don't open does voyager backpack fit on leader class jet fire g1 toys are all one color

The cockpit actually does open, it was shown in a picture review on another site. I guess this reviewer just didn't notice or forgot to show it.

I'm really looking forward to this guy. I don't care for the red chrome at all, so I hope a 3rd Party will take care of that because I don't like permanently modifying my figures. This figure would be perfect if they could take care of those hollow arms and the silly chrome.

Even though he does truly scale better with Generations figures, I will be displaying him with MPs because I don't want to put away my Classics Jetfire. I might get creative and figure out some sort of stand solution to make him appear taller. Looking forward to adding some air power to the Autobot shelf. Then we just need a whole lot more Decepticons, they're getting even more outnumbered!

kirbenvost wrote:Even though he does truly scale better with Generations figures, I will be displaying him with MPs because I don't want to put away my Classics Jetfire. I might get creative and figure out some sort of stand solution to make him appear taller. Looking forward to adding some air power to the Autobot shelf. Then we just need a whole lot more Decepticons, they're getting even more outnumbered!

I plan on displaying Classics Jetfire with my Metroplex and new Legends-sized figures.

megatronus wrote:

kirbenvost wrote:Even though he does truly scale better with Generations figures, I will be displaying him with MPs because I don't want to put away my Classics Jetfire. I might get creative and figure out some sort of stand solution to make him appear taller. Looking forward to adding some air power to the Autobot shelf. Then we just need a whole lot more Decepticons, they're getting even more outnumbered!

I plan on displaying Classics Jetfire with my Metroplex and new Legends-sized figures.

That's an awesome idea! I don't have enough Legends for that to be viable for me, but I bet it would look really cool.

Hopefully will arrive this Friday. Can't wait to play with him.

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Well that is some good news since HTS still has NOT put up SDCC exclusives yet. I canceled my preorder for (2) from TRU and ordered (2) from Amazon. The entire order was $10.00 cheaper thanks to no tax and free Prime shipping. Thanks for being on the lookout Mooncake.

Im still going to wait until these hit the stores, not buying til i see it in person cause im still not sold on it. $35 id say screw it & take a chance but at $45 no way.

Same here just killed my TRU pre-order. No free 2 day shipping and the extra tax. Saved around $10 as well by going with Amazon and my Prime Membership, only way it can be better is with a TRU 20% coupon and in store purchase.

Deals like this were far sweeter back when Amazon did not charge sales tax.

The free shipping does make it sting less though.

Agreed, thank the States for that one. While they held a legit point as a bargain shopper I dont care lol. Amazon had it nailed down for a while. Still small tax and free shipping trumps most of the other competitors.

So what's all the fuss over $2 difference? I am all for saving money, but $2 isnt worth the hassle of canceling then reordering... i got free shipping on TRU (Ordered my son a Planes backpack w/FREE lunch box )

Dont get me wrong, LOVE Amazon, but I will start dancing when someone has him for $35

That was the only thing I ordered at the time so for me it was a $10 savings.

just the price of the item.
no shipping.
no tax.

best deal

These were sold out on TRU and HTS when I went to order, so I'm happy with this.

And I found some Lego stuff for my kid's birthday at a great discount while I was there ... go Amazon!!!

Yes, i preordered mine as soon as it popped up in my wish list.
Hell of a deal with Prime and no tax; used a few reward dollars to bring it down farther.

reluctantyouth wrote:Well that is some good news since HTS still has NOT put up SDCC exclusives yet. I canceled my preorder for (2) from TRU and ordered (2) from Amazon. The entire order was $10.00 cheaper thanks to no tax and free Prime shipping. Thanks for being on the lookout Mooncake.

Happy to help!

zatara1701 wrote:So what's all the fuss over $2 difference? I am all for saving money, but $2 isnt worth the hassle of canceling then reordering... i got free shipping on TRU (Ordered my son a Planes backpack w/FREE lunch box )

Dont get me wrong, LOVE Amazon, but I will start dancing when someone has him for $35

I totally understand getting the backpack for your kiddo and sticking with TRU, but for how much this figure is I want mine to arrive undamaged. Amazon has a much much better track record in the undamaged department for Transformers than TRU. I, knock on wood, have always received superior packing and shipping through Amazon.

I went ahead and preordered from Amazon. I don't want to have to hunt all over town for it later just to save like $5. If it turns out to be one of those really-hard-to-find figures, I'd kick myself for not preordering when I had the chance.

Just picked up mine from a specialty shop. Nope, the local TRU isn't carrying him unlike Roadbuster.

Yup, the chrome chipping has started even before my opening him (the clear plastic rubber bands that kept his BFG in place was wrapped way too tight)namely on the BFG........a pest but minute issue.

Overall? What the other online reviewers are all spot on! You have got to see him to appreciate the mold/design. If the original henkei (great but limited by the stupid choice of scale and over sized helmet)gave us the 1st taste of a modern JF, this one leaves it biting the dust!

It is not perfect but MAN!!!!!!!! You must own one!

Btw, he ain't made in China anymore but in Vietnam like the recent Japanese Go! exclusives.

Another thing, his character bio seems to reflect his ROTF persona........so wrong!

Well, I have yet to read the IDW TF comics, but IIRC it's more closely based on his IDW incarnation than his cartoon/Marvel self. Also, the bios are usually total bunk anyway. Especially if you're in the UK- Scorn got the description "Has the jaws of a dino" completely neglecting to mention his love of walks along the beach, candlelit dinners and classic oriental poetry!

Jetfire ancient? Since G1, if you follow the the story, he existed at the same time as Starscream.

Hide? Well he got stuck in the Arctic circle in the show and DW. In IDW he was already functional during the Thunderwing saga so I wonder where he hid?

Really? Who does those bios today? Is there no one like a Bob Budiansky to do it right?

Show off time:

All that chrome.
It truly does NOT work at all.

I wonder if I could repaint them without having the whole paint chipping away in the future?

You either sand off all the chrome "K" or wait for the chromeless Tomy version. Painting over it will only lead to more chipping.

fenrir72 wrote:You either sand off all the chrome "K" or wait for the chromeless Tomy version. Painting over it will only lead to more chipping.

Is that a thing? Officially announced and everything? Because having to pay 60$ + taxes in store, might as well throw in another 20 to have a better looking version.