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Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys

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It's great to be back...again!

With the evergrowingGeneration 1 continuity family,Optimus Primecontinues to receive more toys—the largest number of toys in fact—for any singleTransformerscharacter! The more Generation 1 Optimus Prime toys that are made, the harder it is for us here at TFWiki.net to keep documenting them all in a single article without it resulting inyourinternet browser freezing!

For the sake of finding an easy and definitive split from the main toy article, we have opted to make this page strictly for the variousGenerations-branded toylines, as this appears to be the brandHasbrowill likely continue adding Generation 1 characters to for the foreseeable future.

You know you can always count on Optimus Prime being there when the next year'sGenerationsline comes around!

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Generations

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He hasn't found this suit in 17 years!
  • Ultimate Gift Set(2012)
    • Accessories:Sword
Generations"Combat Hero Optimus Prime"is a metallic-blue, gunmetal, and red redeco ofUnitedLaser Optimus Prime,having the retooled tab, and being based on the canceledGeneration 2Combat Hero Optimus Prime figure,sporting a red mouthplate inspired by the official catalog image for the unreleased toy (packaged samples had featured a traditionally colored gray mouthplate). He comes packed with a (vaguely)Generation 2-styled Deluxe ClassAutobot Jazz,as well as unchanged releases ofGenerationsLegends ClassThundercrackerandMotorbreath.
The Ultimate Gift Set was exclusive to online retailers in the United States, but was available at general retail in Asia.
Transformers(2010)mold:Optimus Prime (Deluxe Class)
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Thrilling 30

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Say hello to my little friend, and Roller.
  • Optimus Prime & Autobot Roller(Legends Class, 2013)
    • Series / Number:02 / #001
    • Accessories:Ion Blaster
Part of the third wave of 2012-onwardsGenerationsLegends Class toys,Thrilling 30Optimus Prime is roughly the same size as aCyberverseCommander Class toy and transforms into a semi-truck cab. Both his truck androbot modeare based on hisDon Figueroa-designed body fromIDW's2009-2011 comic series,and features5 mm-compatiblehands and roof. He comes with anIon Blasterwhich has both 5mm and 3mm posts.
He comes with "Autobot Roller",who can transform into a six-wheel armored SUV, a robot with3 mm-compatiblehands, and a weapon with a 5 mm handle. He has a 5 mm hole in vehicle mode and a 3 mm hole in weapon mode for mounting the Ion Blaster.
Not depicted in the instructions or stock photos, Roller can attach to Prime in vehicle mode via two tabs on the vehicle front which slot into two corresponding slots on Prime's feet. Another undocumented feature is that the butt of the Ion Blaster can be inserted between the barrels of Roller's weapon mode to form a longer weapon. Also not shown in the instructions but depicted on the stock photo on the card-back is that Prime's shoulderpads can be rotated up; the intended positioning for this is notched, although you can position them at other angles.
The stock photo of Optimus' vehicle mode is slightly mistransformed: his head slightly sticks out from the truck roof, which prevents the front windows to clamp together. This mold was also used to makeThrilling 30Nemesis Prime,and retooled intoCombiner WarsHufferandAutobot Pipes.
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And so my childhood flees forever more. Shall it return? Quoth the raven: "Nevermore."
  • Orion Pax(Deluxe Class, 2013)
    • Series / Number:02 / #002
    • Accessories:Ion Blaster, Energon Axe
Part of the fifth wave of 2012-onwardsGenerationsDeluxe Class toys,Thrilling 30Orion Pax is based onGuido Guidi'sdesign for the character, originally seeninSpotlight: Blurr.Some liberties have been taken with the original concept to facilitate his Cybertronian truck mode, which is a new design not based on the Guidi art. He comes with hisIon Blasterand anEnergon Axewith a transparent red-orange blade, both of which can peg onto 5 mm ports on his hands and vehicle rear sides. Although not depicted on the instructions, the Ion Blaster can also peg into the hole in the larger blade of the Energon Axe. Even though the light-piping eyes are neutered by light blue paint, the side grooves are still able to light up as the paint only focuses on the central optic.
The American release is packed in with a copy of IDW'sSpotlight: Orion Pax,which sports a 'Hasbro Exclusive Cover' cropped from theClayton Crainretailer incentive coverfor the issue. In Europe and Canada, the figure was released without the Spotlight.
Depending on how many painted layers on the Energon axe's hilt, inserting it onto any hand may cause it to scratch off.
Most of the first-wave Orion Pax toys released in monolingual Englishpackagingsport a bizarreerror:Thecharacter arton the side of the cardboard insert inside the blister bubble has the character art of Orion'swave-mateMegatronsuperimposed over Orion's own art. This error doesn't appear on theEuropean packaging.
The toy was laterrecoloredandretooledto makeTimelinesLio Convoy,Nova Prime,andGalva Convoy.The mold was designed with a pre-tooledKupalternate head that remains unused.[1]


  • Metroplex(Titan Class, 2013)
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Anexclusiveversion of Titan ClassMetroplexwas made available atSan Diego Comic-Con2013. He comes with 12small, non-transforming figurinesof Orion Pax,Megatron,Bumblebee,Thundercracker,Trailcutter,andHoist,all in both modes. The figurines are based on theirThrilling 30Deluxe Class toys, and similarly toDecoys,the Autobot figurines are cast in red plastic, and the Decepticons in purple.
The handle of Pax's Energon Axe is incredibly thin and unable to support the axe head, meaning the latter tends to droop down in the process.


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... And youstillend up playing the thimble inMonopoly.
  • Metroplex(Titan Class, 2013)
    • 05 OF 30
Another exclusive version of Titan ClassMetroplexwas made available atHong Kong ACG-CON2013. This Metroplex also has the 12 figurines of Orion Pax,Megatron,Bumblebee,Thundercracker,Trailcutter,andHoist,but casts the Autobot figurines in gold plastic, and the Decepticons in silver.

Platinum Edition

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Does not contain any Neil Young.
Released to celebrate Chinese New Year,Platinum Edition"Year of the Horse" Optimus Prime is a redeco of MP-10 Convoy, featuring darker reds and gold-chromed parts, among other deco changes. He lacks Roller and the Spike Witwicky figurine.
Masterpiecemold:Convoy (MP-10)
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See also:MP-1Convoy| MP-44Convoy

Generations(Japan)

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  • Optimus Prime & Bumblebee(September 28,2013)
    • ID number:TG-24
    • Accessories:Ion Blaster
The JapaneseGenerationsrelease ofThrilling 30Legends Class Optimus Primeredecoeshim in an extensive metallic red paint job, save for his unpaintable parts, which made him end up having two tones of red. He comes in aTakaraTomyfour-pack withRoller,as well asBumblebeeandBlazemaster.
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Neither of them wants to own up to the fact the Great War started over an argument about getting granite counter-tops for their kitchen.
  • Orion Pax VS Megatronus(October 26,2013)
    • ID number:TG-25
    • Accessories:Blaster, axe
The JapaneseGenerationsrelease ofThrilling 30Orion Pax also received a metallic paint job as well as other changes, including a translucent blue windshield and brighter orange axe with a metallic gray handle. He was only available in a two-pack withMegatronus.

Age of Extinction

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Chrome is the right of all sentient collectors.
  • Optimus Prime(Evolution 2-Pack, 2014)
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    • TakaraTomy release date:October 3,2014
    • Accessories:Smokestacks/laser cannon, wind vane/ion blaster
Only available atToys "R" Us,this Optimus Prime is a redeco of theClassicsfigure. He features a cartoon/toy accurate deco on his truck/robot parts, andvacuum-metallizedupper legs & front grille to evoke his original Generation 1 toy. This Optimus was packaged along with the redecoedAge of ExtinctionOptimus Prime.This Optimus also uses the Movie variant of the Autobot insignia.
The two-pack was one of the three Evolution 2-packs available as a Toys "R" Us exclusive in Japan, with no changes on the figures with an exception of the packaging, which the front box features Japanese translated versions of the English text, and a sticker on the back confirming that this was a Japanese release.
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Combiner Wars

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Beefcake is the right of all sentient beings.
  • Optimus Prime(Voyager Class, 2015)
    • 3 OF 5:Ultra Prime
    • Accessories:Two blasters (combine into large rifle)
Part of the first wave ofGenerations:Combiner WarsVoyager Class toys, this is a bigger, bulkier incarnation of Optimus Prime with a striking resemblance to Ginrai. He comes with two blasters which he holds via 5 mm post. One of the guns is based on his trademark Ion Blaster, and both weapons store on the back of his vehicle mode as a makeshift engine block. His torso mode has several details that appear to be influenced byEnergonOptimus Prime's super mode, including the head, chest, and thighs. In particular, the chest details are modeled after theSpark of Combination.He also features two pair of fake windows on his robot and gestalt chest halves. The combiner head can be used as a robot mode head if you're feeling silly.
Optimus suffers from a design flaw that many other Voyager Class figures in theCombiner Warsline experience: the detents, or "click points", on the heavily-ratcheted outward motion of his hips (which also form the hips of his torso mode) are few in number and very far apart. As a result, Prime's legs have great difficulty assuming the natural "A-stance" formation that the angled design of his foot sculpt seems to have been meant to accommodate. Likewise, when forming the torso of Ultra Prime, the interactions of the knee-lock mechanism and the hip detents almost always force Ultra Prime's legs into either an awkwardly knock-kneed arrangement or an equally awkward, and often unstable, bow-legged posture (as seen in the image to the right) that prevents Ultra Prime from standing flat-footed. Unlike Motormaster, this version of Optimus was the only one to not receive the improved hip ratchets implemented in its future releases in some shape or form by Hasbro, though they would be used for the Battle Core redeco later in the line. If one wishes, the improved hip ratchets from a relevant release can be used to replace Prime's first edition ratchets to effectively fix him.
Being aCombiner WarsVoyager, Prime is naturally capable of transforming into a torso mode to combine with any 4 Deluxe ClassCombiner Wars-style toys, though his packaging call-out has him form Ultra Prime by combining him with Deluxe ClassSkydiveandAlpha Bravoas the arms, and withFireflyandDecepticon Drag Stripas the legs. He can combine withSunstreaker,Mirage,Prowl,andIronhideif one wishes to have an IDW-accurate Optimus Maximus.
Unfortunately, Optimus Prime is also the weakest link of the gestalt combination, due to a number of design failures attributed to his torso mode. The square holes-and-tabs used to secure the arms together when in torso mode are too weak to remain locked in place (though a very small amount of copies can secure the arm well), and are prone to falling out of position should an attached arm be moved. The torso mode's skirt plate is also attached to the stomach rather than the pelvis, rendering the waist swivel nearly worthless due to the skirt obstructing articulation.
Though Optimus's wave was scheduled for a first quarter 2015 release, it arrived on U.S. store shelves in late 2014.
Optimus comes packaged with a collector's card featuring art from the initial release of theTransformers Legendsmobile game. The mold would be retooled several times, resulting inMotormaster,Battle Core Optimus Prime,andWrecker Toxitron.The toy also served as a model forForged to FightNemesis Prime.
Combiner Warsmold:Optimus Prime

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A white Optimus thatisn'tUltra Magnus?! What is this madness?
  • Battle Core Optimus Prime(Voyager Class, 2015)
    • 3 of 5:Optimus Maximus
    • Accessories:Two blasters (combine into large rifle)
"Battle Core Optimus Prime" is a white redeco and slight retool of the previousCombiner WarsOptimus figure. According to the Hasbro panel atBotCon 2015,his new head is based on Star Convoy (see above).
The figure features newly redesigned hip ratchets to make both robot and combiner mode stable, which were also installed in both TakaraTomy'sMotormaster,Grand Scourge,and a revision wave of Hasbro's Motormaster. The pegs that Legends Class Rodimus (or Blackjack) attach to have also been slightly modified to provide a tighter fit, making the latter toy much less prone to falling out.
Battle Core Optimus Prime can combine with any Deluxe Class toys with theCombiner Wars-styled joint—but, of course, he is intended to be combined withSunstreaker,Mirage,Prowl,andIronhideto formOptimus Maximus.He can also combine withUnite WarriorsStreetwise,Groove,Prowl,andCombiner WarsRookto form White Convoy Grand Prime, as seen in theGenerations SelectsSpecial Comic promoting God Neptune.
Battle Core Optimus Prime comes packaged with a collector's card based on his packaging art. the prototype printed on the back of the box & the stock photos, and the CG model in the instructions had him possessing a single tampographed/stickered symbol on his left arm.
He and the last three waves ofCombiner WarsDeluxe and Voyager figures later showed up in the U.S. at TJ Maxx at reduced prices.
As a part of the third and fourth wave promotion in Hasbro's Asian markets, a free sticker sheet for theProtectobotsandOptimus Maximuswas given out when purchasing any four Deluxe Class toys from those waves. As such, Battle Core Optimus Prime was given Generation 1 toy-esque stickers for the owner to apply if they wanted.[2]
This figure wasrepurposedintoWhite Gallant Convoyin theGenerations Selects Special Comic.
Combiner Warsmold:Optimus Prime

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Thedebate warsare over.
  • Double Pretender Optimus Prime(TFSS 5.0, 2017)
    • Accessories:Pretender Shell, Pretender Shell Gun, Blaster
Combiner WarsDouble Pretender Optimus Prime is aredeco/retoolofGenerationsLegends ClassSwerve,with a new head andaGeneration 2-inspireddeco for his pickup truck mode. He reuses the blasters from hisThrilling 30Legends Class and Deluxe Class Orion Pax figures.
He also comes withHi-Q(a redeco ofThrilling 30Flanker) and a Pretender shell redecoed fromOilmaster's, decorated after the original unreleased grey-and-red gorilla shell.
This figure was only available throughFun Publications'Subscription Service 5.0and shipped together withDouble Pretender Megatron.

Cyber Series

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No, not an upsized KO.
  • Optimus Prime(Cyber Battalion, 2015)
Part of the first wave ofGenerations: Cyber SeriesCyber Battalion figures, Optimus Prime is a roughly Voyager-sized figure and transforms from a truck (which is based on theGenerations Thrilling 30Legends Class Optimus Prime figure) into a robot in just 7 simple steps. The figure's transformation engineering had taken cues from theReveal the ShieldLegends Class Optimus Primefigure, while it still retains the same ol' articulation.
As with other earlier Cyber Series figures, Optimus Prime had a rather strange release cycle. At first, he only retailed exclusively in Asia and Latin America, with the closest to a U.S. release being in limited quantities from online retailer BigBadToyStore.com. He did, however, end up being available in the Universal Studios Theme Park, and also later as a Walgreens exclusive.


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  • Optimus Prime(Cyber Commander, 2015)
This roughly 11-inch leader-sized figure of Optimus Prime transforms from a robot to trailer/truck combination and back, with the transformation taking cues from both theReveal the ShieldLegends ClassandtheRobots in DisguiseLegion Classtoys. Surprisingly, he does have a reasonable amount of articulation, including a balljointed head and hinged joints for his arms, shoulders and legs, plus lateral hinges for his feet. His head includeslight-pipingand, unlike other Cyber Series toys, his truck windows haveactualtransparent plastic rather than just being merely painted.


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Trukk with Munky arms but slightly more G1.
  • Optimus Prime(Cyber Commander, 2017)
A redeco of the Cyber Commander toy above, this Prime features grey plastic replacing the original blue, some deco differences on the arms, body & legs. He also features a flame tampograph on the sides of his vehicle front. He comes in an altered packaging that replaces the first version's paintedprototypestock photoswith CG renders depicting the new deco, and also features a new Hasbro product code number, thus making him officially a separate product rather than a drastic running changevariant.
Interestingly, the side profile of the cab transitions from red to blue with a flame-like design, obviously nodding towards his movieverse counterpart.


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  • Optimus Prime / Megatron(Heroes & Villains, 2021)
In 2021, theCyber SeriesBatallion Optimus Prime andMegatronfigure were reissued as a 2-pack exclusive to Amazon.com.

Platinum Edition

See also:#Thrilling30PlatinumEdition

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Don't bother asking for explanations
She'll just tell you that she came
In the year of thecatgoat
  • Optimus Prime Year of the Goat Edition(2015)
    • Accessories:"Laser cannon", "saber weapon", missile launcher, 10 missiles, 5 discs, 2 rockets
Released to celebrate the Year of the Goat,Platinum Edition"Year of the Goat" Optimus Prime is a redeco ofGeneration 2Laser Optimus Prime,featuring the same discs lacking the G2 Autobot logo found on theRobots in DisguiseScourgeversion of the mold, but otherwise keeping all the electronics from the original release. Like Year of the Goat Soundwave, Year of the Goat Optimus Prime features an awkward mix of orange, black, clear pink (in some parts including missiles, the discs, and even the pump!), some clear blue (the missile's tips), translucent plastic, and some hint of chrome silver (mostly his trailer parts, which happens to give the trailer somewhat of a resemblance to that of the aforementioned Scourge).
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Meanwhile, in an alternate universe, the arms are his weak points for Megatron.
  • One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall(2-pack, 2016)
    • Accessories:Smokestacks/Laser Gun, energy unit/ion blaster
Part of Hasbro'sPlatinum Editionofferings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary ofThe Transformers: The Movie,this Optimus Prime is yet another redeco of theClassicsVoyager toy. Rather than theshow-accuratecolors like theAge of Extinction2-pack figure, the toy's deco is very similar to theClassicsrelease, with some changes and omissions: his blue plastic is a dark metallic sheen, his knee's yellow detailing was removed, his small Autobot symbol tampograph was placed on his right shoulder, and his larger one is placed on his energy unit. His side door/arm kibble is left unpainted. According toMark Weber,this was meant to represent his abdominal area being torn in the movie's battle. (Yeah, we have no idea how it works, since the "battle damage" parts end up on hisarmsin robot mode.)
Both his robot and vehicle modestock photosdepict him slightly mistransformed.
Platinum EditionOptimus Prime was only available as part of a 2-pack withMegatron,named "One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall" after Optimus Prime's famous line in the movie. In the United States and Canada, this set was officially released as anAmazonexclusive. It was also available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely the Philippines and Singapore; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In Australia, it was sold at Myer stores, whereas in the United Kingdom, it was both sold atToys "R" Usstores and available via Tesco's website (but never found in stores). Surprisingly, it was (and still is) a common find in Brazilian online stores.
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Also known as "Hybrid Style Convoy Hasbro Edition", but more expensive.
  • Optimus Prime Year of the Rooster Edition(2017)
    • Accessories:Trailer/Combat Deck, Roller, ion blaster, gas pump, energon-axe, Autobot Matrix of Leadership, rocket pack, 8 fists (4 left, 4 right), Autobot insignia stand
In anunexpectedturn of events,Platinum EditionOptimus Prime is anunchangedrelease ofHybrid StyleConvoy,making it the very first Hasbro release of the figure. He retains all of the original figure's accessories, and the die-cast construction.
Ironically, despite being a rerelease of a small yet complex adult collectible, the figure is marked as "for ages 8 and up". Hope you didn't lose the small parts here.
The set was first released as an exclusive in Taipei Movie & Toy Convention 2016 in limited quantities; and later throughWalmart's Canadian website. In late March 2019, the figure finally saw distribution in the US as a BigBadToyStore exclusive.

Titans Return

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  • Autobot Apex & Powermaster Optimus Prime(Leader Class, 2016)
    • Accessories:Two blasters, two shoulder cannons,ApexTitan Master
A heavy retool ofCombiner WarsUltra Magnus,this Optimus Prime is based on the Powermaster Optimus Prime toy from 1988. Despite this, Hi-Q (now renamed 'Autobot Apex', presumably for trademark reasons) doesn't form the engine on Prime's chest; instead, he transforms into a de-faceplated version of the original Powermaster Optimus Prime cab robot head, over which a helmet slides during transformation to complete the Powermaster Prime look. In all three of Optimus Prime's modes are various pegs and seats with which Titan Master figures can interact. Like other Leader Class figures, his base mode can connect to otherTitan Returnsfigures with base modes.
Most notably in terms of new tooling, the panels on the undersides of Powermaster Optimus Prime's forearms feature slots under the fists, which allow the guns to tab in and be held much more stably than with Ultra Magnus. And due to the amount of empty space in the cab area in vehicle mode, Powermaster Prime can fully transform without the need to remove his head.
Powermaster Optimus Prime also comes with a collector's card based on his packaging art.
Optimus comes with the same rifles asCombiner Wars Ultra Magnuswhich have the undocumented feature of combining into a huge multi-barreled rifle. His instructions show that one of the two Titan Master seat guns can peg onto the top of his chest plate in base mode, but are unclear on exactlyhow.The tab on the chest plate plugs into the hole where the Titan Master's feet peg in. However, in doing so the Titan Master will no longer fit. Due to the extra panels that were added to the legs, Optimus can not stand totally flat on both feet. Fortunately, this doesn't have any serious effect on the toy's stability due to the size of the feet. His gray plastic has a particularly warm tint compared to the original, likely the result of referencing ayellowedspecimen of the original Powermaster figure (such as the one onthis very page). Optimus' Autobot symbols are also in two different styles. The ones on the shoulders are of the Movie variety, while the trailer features a traditionalGeneration 1-styled insignia.
Fortress Maximus's instructions depict him as part of theCybertron Citycombination. Meanwhile, the "Siege on Cybertron" instructions show him as a part of theNemesis Commandcombination, albeit mislabeled asAutobot Blaster.
This mold was further retooled asLegendsSuper Ginrai,which was redecoed into Siege On CybertronMagnus Prime.
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An Optimus Prime that turns into ajet?AND HE'S A DECEPTICON?THE MADNESS IS SPREADING!
  • Diac & Optimus Prime(Voyager Class, 2016)
    • Accessories:Sword, Double-barreled rifle,DiacTitan Master
This Optimus Prime is a Voyager-sized Triple Changer mold, which transforms from robot toOctane-ish tanker truck to plane. His robot mode is heavily based onGeneration 2Laser Optimus Prime,whilst the deco appears to draw from Star Convoy. His Titan Master partnerDiactransforms into his head (but any Titan Master figure is compatible). Like allTitans ReturnVoyager class figures, he has built-in mechanisms to "bulk up" his noggin. In his case, these are spring-loaded pylons. His robot mode also features fake truck windows.
This iteration of the mold and its redecoes exhibit a minor design flaw: there are two tabs on the plane mode's wings that prevent the truck mode's trailer from fully closing at the rear. Ostensibly, this can be rectified by setting the wings slightly askew so they can properly flatten against each other. However, this leads to some holes on each wing not being lined up with some corresponding pegs on the trailer.
The stock photo is slightly mistransformed: the wings in jet mode should sit further forward to better resemble a real commercial jet. The packaging art and instructions show the correct orientation. This error is present in photography for all reuses of this variant of this mold.
This mold was redecoed intoLegendsBlack ConvoyandStreet Fighter X TransformersRyu,and retooled intoOctone.Beginning with this wave, Hasbro changed the standard packaging design forTitans ReturnVoyagers from "Autobot" style to "Decepticon" style regardless of character faction.
This mold would've been redecoed as "Action Master" Optimus Prime with a redecoed Infinitus Titan Master for the BotCon 2017 "Action on Hydrus Four" set that never came to be.


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An Optimus Prime with a picture of him burning down forests!?THIS IS MADLY OUTRAGEOU...no wait.
  • Chaos on Velocitron(Giftset, 2017)
Released under the name "Laser Prime", this Optimus Prime is a redeco of the above Voyager Class figure, with its deco based onhisGeneration 2toy...and yes, the tanker's sticker is still him burning down forests. Unfortunately, the enormous stickers are usually poorly applied, resulting in peeling, trapped air bubbles, and misaligned placement.
Refractor and Laser Prime were only available in a box set named "Chaos on Velocitron" that includesDynamusandQuickswitch,ParsecandAutobot Nautica,Fastclash,and aRodimus PrimeTitan Master head. The set was officially announced by Hasbro to be aToys "R" Usexclusive,and was sold at stores in the United States, Canada, and Hasbro's Asian markets (such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong). Despite this, it later became available viaAmazonin the United States (but not in Canada) as well, actually sold by Amazon directly (as compared to a third-party seller).

Primitive Skateboarding Promotion

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A black Optimus that isn'tevil?And he hasbluewindows?!THIS IS TOO MADDENING! GAHHHHHH!
  • Optimus Prime & Shreddicus Maximus(Primitive Skateboarding exclusive Leader Class, 2017)
    • Accessories:Two blasters, two shoulder cannons, 'Shreddicus Maximus' Titan Master, Skateboard, 3-piece ramp/railgun
Released as part of a collaboration between Transformers andPrimitive Skateboarding,this figure is a black repaint of theTitans ReturnPowermaster Optimus Prime, with the deco somewhat resemblingNucleon Quest Super Convoy,but with some gold trims and Primitive Skateboarding markings partially designed by Primitive Skateboard founderPaul Rodriguez.He also comes with a new hoverboard accessory (resembling the oneDaniel Witwickyused inThe Transformers: The Movie), which Shreddicus Maximus (or any other Titan/Prime Master) can attach to. This board is designed to attach to the included three-piece skating ramp & rail assembly, which can be folded up and rebuilt into a railgun (get it?) that other figures can wield.
Optimus & Shreddicus were initiallyexclusivetoSan Diego Comic-Con2017, where they sold out. A small portion of the run had been held for future sales:Hasbro Toy Shopput the set up for sale for about five minutes onAugust 14before selling out. The remainder was available atHasCon 2017's exclusives booth, but again they burned through the stock very quickly.
Combiner Warsmold:Ultra Magnus

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Alt-Modes

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  • Optimus Prime(Alt-Modes, 2016)
    • Series:1
    • Collection:1, 2, 3
Alt-ModesOptimus Prime is a super deformed toy whose body transforms into a truck when the Autobot faction symbol on his head is flipped. He wasblind-boxedand available in all three cases of the first series.
This mold was redecoed intoAlt-ModesNemesis Primeand retooled intoUltra Magnus.


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  • Silver Optimus Prime(Alt-Modes, 2017)
    • Series:2
    • Collection:1
Released in the second series ofAlt-Modes,"Silver Optimus Prime" is, somewhat obviously, a silver redeco of the previous toy, referencing his "heat-resistant alloy" body from "The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 2".

Masterpiece

See also:Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10
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  • Optimus Prime(2017)
    • ID Number:MP-10
    • Accessories:Ion Blaster, Matrix of Leadership, Energon axe
Another Hasbro release of theMP-10 mold,which isbasically a reissueof the2010Transformersline'sMasterpieceOptimus Prime,but with the Japanese release's ID number. Surprisingly he is NOT mistransformed on the initial official photography... until secondary stock photos had the vehicle modeslightlymistransformed. Unlike the original Hasbro version, this version features silver paint on the interior of the trailer. This version also removes the red paint on the die cast hinge piece in his body and replaces it with blue paint. Sadly, this figure doesn't come with the Key to Vector Sigma. Due to compact packaging, the trailer is prone to scuffing. Some copies unfortunately have a defect where the windows will not close all the way in both robot and vehicle mode.
The figure debuted as aSan Diego Comic-Con2017 exclusive in the U.S., then as a Toys "R" Us exclusive in the United States and Canada.
Masterpiecemold:Convoy (MP-10)
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Shogo Hasui
See also:MP-1Convoy| MP-44Convoy

Power of the Primes

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Signs of steroid abuse include aggression, acne and... smokestacks?
  • Evolution Optimus Prime(Leader Class, 2018)
    • TakaraTomy ID number:PP-09
    • TakaraTomy release date:May 25,2018
    • Accessories:trailer/evolution armor, ion-blaster (formed by two blasters),Matrix of Leadershipframe, Matrix of Leadership core
Power of the Primes"Evolution Optimus Prime" transforms from a truck with a trailer into a robot and back. The truck cab transforms into his "Orion Pax" form based on his appearance in the Generation 1 episode "War Dawn",and he is able to form the core of Optimus Prime's robot mode. His trailer forms Prime's entire body, sharing a noticeable amount of details with MP-10 mold, most notably an almost identical head sculpt. The figure's trailer can also be towed by any other figure with a compatible hitch.
He is the first non-MasterpieceGenerationsG1 Optimus Prime figure to include a removableMatrix of Leadershipaccessory, which is stored in his chest in the 'Evolved' form, and the center of his Matrix of Leadership can be replaced with anyPrime Master.Hision blastercan be split into two weapons for Orion Pax to use, while also stored on Optimus Prime's back via visible5 mm postsof Orion Pax's hands, though this is undocumented in the instructions.
Depending on the individual copy, Optimus Prime is prone to having a number of quality control issues: ranging from two left/right arms and/or legs/feet on the evolution armor, to lacking stickers on the trailer pieces. The Takara version of the mold lacks the production numbers located at his right shins, though, as with allPower of the PrimesTakara figures, it is otherwise identical to its international version, meaning that the aforementioned quality control issues still persist in this release.
Though designated for a first quarter 2018 release, Optimus's wave reached U.S. store shelves in December 2017. This toy was reissued in 2022 for select markets and reran again forTargetstores andHasbro Pulsein 2024.
This mold wasretooledintoPower of the PrimesNemesis Primeand later intoSelectsStar Convoy.

War for Cybertron: Siege

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  • Optimus Prime(Voyager Class, 2019)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-S11
    • TakaraTomy ID number:SG-06
    • TakaraTomy release date:February 23,2019
    • Hidden message code:IACON
    • Accessories:"W-50 Dual-Mech Energon Strikeshield," "W-M3 RF Ion Blaster" (combines to form "Sentrystrike Ultra-Blaster" )
Part of the first wave ofSiegeVoyager Class figures, Optimus Prime transforms from robot to Cybertronian armored truck cab and back. He includes two weapons compatible with theC.O.M.B.A.T. System—the "W-50 Dual-Mech Energon Strikeshield," which is an axe that transforms into a shield, and the "W-M3 RFIon Blaster."Both weapons can combine to form the" Sentrystrike Ultra-Blaster. "Optimus Prime also features" battle damage "paint applications on several parts of his body, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate" Fire Blasts "from theBattle Mastersassortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.
In vehicle mode, opening the figure's windows shows theMatrix of Leadershipmolded into the plastic behind the windows. Due to the transformation, the Matrix doesn't end up in the chest in robot mode. Despite being a Voyager-scale figure, the truck mode is considerably small, in scale with a Legends-sized figure. Whether through coincidence or design, it's possible to fit aPower of the PrimesMatrix core (and by extension, aPrime MasterorTitan Master) in his chest.
An additional, undocumented but confirmed third "hover truck" mode exists, which is achieved by folding all of his wheels under his vehicle mode. While the back wheels don't lock in anywhere, the two front wheels actually have small tabs that plug into slots on the back of the wheel sections that aren't used for either of his other modes.[4]
There is a message written inCybertronian letterson Optimus Prime's box art, which reads "LIGHT THE DARKEST HOUR."
While Optimus greatly resembles the inner robot ofSiegeUltra Magnus,he is actually a completely different mold and therefore not compatible with theMagnus Armor.This mold was later used to makeNemesis Prime.A large number of parts of this figure were reused for theEarthriseOptimus Prime figure released in 2020. Due to this, the trailer packaged with theEarthrisefigure is fully compatible with theSiegefigure's truck mode.
Depending on the figure's individual quality control, the truck's roof may not sit securely flush in vehicle mode, notably on the rear right side.
While Hasbro and TakaraTomy's releases of the toy are almost identical, the battle damage paint apps on the latter's shoulders and legs are slightly altered in size.[5]
Though designated for release in the first quarter of 2019, Optimus's wave reached U.S. store shelves in late 2018.
Siegemold:Optimus Prime (Voyager Class)

Hasbro/TakaraTomy:

  • Hasbro:
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  • Galaxy Upgrade Optimus Prime(Leader Class,2019)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-S40
    • TakaraTomy ID number:SG-37
    • TakaraTomy release date:November 23,2019
    • Hidden message code:CONVOY
    • Accessories:5 "JF-50 TwinblastGalaxy Pack"armor pieces, 2" W-30 Magnetic Inducer Launchers, "" JF-15 Gravity Force Laser, "2 front wheels/armguards
Part of the second waveSiegeLeader Class figures, "Galaxy Upgrade Optimus Prime" is an extensive retool of the same line'sUltra Magnus,taking heavy design cues fromCybertronOptimus Prime(the Japanese series name being "Galaxy Force,"which is referenced in the name). He transforms into a heavily armed fire truck like theCybertronfigure, but with a Cybertronian aesthetic. The two "W-30 Magnetic Inducer Launchers" are unpainted blasters fromSiegeUltra Magnus, and as such, mirror the detailing placed just behindRobots in DisguiseUltra Magnus's cab. Their hexagonal tips resemblingCybertronOptimus Prime's Super Mode leg cannons were likely a foresight for this retooling, but are molded in black rather than grey likely due togang-molding.Optimus Prime also features "battle damage" paint applications on several parts of his body, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from theBattle Mastersassortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.
The core figure's robot mode is inspired by Prime's Generation 1 look, but withvehicle mode detailsand coloration (including yellow eyes) based on the cab of hisCybertroncounterpart. As with the originalCybertronfigure, the barrel of the truck's left cannon can be detached and wielded by Prime as a rifle called the "JF-15 Gravity Force Laser." The sides of the bumper in truck mode can detach and form arm cannons based on hisCybertroncounterpart's forearms. All five weapons are compatible with theC.O.M.B.A.T. System.Because of the nature of the mold, additional shoulder padsresembling halves of his truck cabwere included to complete the Super Mode's resemblance to the template. The vehicle mode's cannons can be underslung and handheld similarly to theCybertronfigure thanks to the sliding pegs, but lack the original's gimmicks. Unlike Ultra Magnus, Galaxy Upgrade Optimus Prime also features flip-out support struts on the leg armor to compensate for the back's weight. While they're hardly needed since the armor's bulk is heavy enough to support the weight, the pieces also prevent the leg armor from standing flat when folded in.
Unlike the above Voyager Class figure, this Prime is fully compatible with theMagnus Armor,as is Ultra Magnus with Optimus's Super Mode gear. Also, whether intentional or not, the figure scales almost perfectly with other figures from the original Cybertron line.
The box art of his vehicle modes ismistransformedas a result of using CGI renders; the two shoulder pieces are shown being left on, which is genuinely impossible and in fact appear to be clipped through each other. They are instead stored inside the leg armor, which forms the back end of the trailer. Strangely, the clear blue plastic used for the cab has light bars molded in, but they are painted over in red. Presumably, this is to make the inner robot appear more like G1 Optimus but results in a less accurate vehicle mode compared to theCybertrondesign. Additionally, there are existing stock photos of the figure without the wingpack and the smaller robot head flipped out.
Siegemold:Ultra Magnus

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Version 2:

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I'm the one you want...Wait a minute.
  • Classic Animation Optimus Prime(Voyager Class, 2019)
    • ID number:WFC-S65
    • Accessories:"W-50 Dual-Mech Energon Strikeshield," "W-M3 RF Ion Blaster" (combines to form "Sentrystrike Ultra-Blaster" )
Specially branded for the 35th anniversary of theTransformersbrand,Siege"Classic Animation Optimus Prime" is a redeco of the Voyager Class figure above, featuring a cel-shaded paint pattern that evokes his appearance in the cartoon (though the physical result is more like that ofDevastation). In addition, the grey plastics and paint operations are now replaced with white, and the tire rims' paint is omitted.
Alongside fellow cel-shaded figureMegatronand the other "35th Anniversary" figures, Optimus was exclusive toWalmartin the United States and Canada, and among the first figures that debuted a new, "worldwide"multilingual packagingdesign that merged the languages typically found on European packaging with those found on American packaging. In a bit of a snafu, though, all the English texts on his packaging are simply repeated four times, instead of being translated into French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese, or omitted in case two or more translations would be identical to each other (or to the English version).
Siegemold:Optimus Prime (Voyager Class)

Hasbro/TakaraTomy:

  • Hasbro:
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Collaborative

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Whereheat?
CollaborativeGhostbusters x TransformersMasterpieceMP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition (whew!) is aGhostbusters-themed redeco of the MP-10 Convoy/Optimus Prime mold.
Optimus Prime is now decoed in white, dark gray and red, with a Ghostbusters "no ghosts" logo on his right shoulder in addition to the Autobot logo on his left. The trailer is decoed similarly, with Ecto-1 style details adorning the sides, as well as green ghost splatter. Optimus's vehicle mode bumper includes an "ECTO-35" plate, which can be seen through his chest in robot mode, referencing the 35th Anniversary of both theTransformersandGhostbustersfranchises.
He includes all his accessories, aside fromSpikeand his axe, gaining a number of additional ones consistent with the theme. The trailer opens out into the "Ecto-Base," or can be stood upright as the "Ecto Maintenance Dock." A snap-on cover can be applied to Roller to turn him into a ghost trap, a painted opaque version of theSlimerfigure included with Ectotron, and a "roof-rack accessory" using the same mold asEctotron's that pegs into the roof of the trailer. This final item converts into a proton pack for robot mode, pegging into the hole in his back, and a hose connects his ion blaster to the proton pack to serve as a particle thrower. In addition, the figure's packaging is shaped like a proton pack, complete with clips to enable the buyer to strap it to their back.
Ectotron cansort offit into Prime's trailer, but this requires the former's equipment rack to be removed from the roof, and clearance within the trailer prevents the trailer's rear tailgate from closing.
Ecto-35 Edition Optimus Prime debuted as an exclusive atSan Diego Comic-Conin 2019, with additional availability at Fan Expo Canada and theHasbro Pulseonline store.
Masterpiecemold:Convoy (MP-10)
  • TakaraTomy:
  • Hasbro:

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See also:MP-1Convoy| MP-44Convoy


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  • VNR Optimus Prime(2023)
"VNR Optimus Prime" is a redeco of the earlierHoliday Optimus Primefigure, this time in traditional Optimus Prime colors. This release sees the circuitous path of the abortedAmazonCollaborativetoy[7]come full circle, here branded on his internal packaging under the name "CollaborativeVolvo Trucks × Transformers Optimus Prime. "He converts in 37 steps into an (at last explicable) licensedVolvo VNR 300.He includes the ion cannon, Matrix, andEarthrisetrailerof the Holiday release, naturally done up in more orthodox livery. Caution for those attempting to use the Centurion Drone Ion blaster and Energon Ax accessories, the peg handles are NOT compatible owing to their wider diameter and none poseable fist of the mold.
Depending on how you pose the figure, the mold tends to be front "heavy" when posed at your standard "stand up straight" form without any dynamic spread the legs style. This is due to how the front feet cannot be extended forward due to a single hinge attaching the joint to the inner "truck cab" being static. This concentrates the center of gravity way behind, parallel to what forms the cab's windshield when it should be adjacent to what makes the cab's front wheels.
This figure was made available exclusively atHasbro Pulsein the United States, and was available at general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets- which stocked the figure months before it was officially acknowledged by Hasbro themselves.
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

  • Alternate Universe Optimus Prime

Generations Selects

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"The Hate Plague is back?" (jams the Matrix on the gun)
Generations SelectsStar Convoy is a retool of thePower of the PrimesLeader Class mold,featuring new lower legs, head, upper shoulders, and waist parts for both the armor and inner robot, and a new torso for the latter. The Optimus Prime inner robot is remolded to resemble his Generation 1 toy, complete with toy-accurate yellow eyes. Most of the armor's grey parts (especially the evolution armor's arms) are now remolded in red plastic to be more accurate to Star Convoy's character model, though there are a few sacrifices leaving some of the red patches on the trailer.
The Matrix of Leadership is now replaced with the "Silver Matrix" that is a singular piece of plastic dipped in chrome. As such, it does not accommodate Prime Masters/Matrices/Enigmas. The Matrix can be held by 5 mm fist holes and can combine with the guns to form a "Big Bang Cannon". Unlike the original versions of the mold, Star Convoy's stickers, intended to be applied to his trailer, come on a sheet instead of being factory-applied.
The star-shaped piece that clips into Star Convoy's chest is new to this version of the mold. Because it pegs into a small hole between the tops of the doors to Star Convoy's chest compartment, it introduces an additional step to access the matrix chamber. The red connector which attaches the star to the figure is misassembled, and flipped from its proper orientation. Due to this, the star is prone to not attaching securely to the chest and can easily pop out without much effort. A fix[8]utilized by some to address the issue involves popping out the star and connector, then flipping the connector around, before reattaching both parts to the figure. Care should be taken when handling the star and transforming Star Convoy to ensure it does not bump against other parts of the figure or experience undue stress. The stem of the star is particularly fragile and has been known to break without much force being applied to it.
Reminiscent of the fact that the originalReturn of ConvoyStar Convoyfigure could transform into a battle station, a "Z Base Mode" resembling that original battle station mode was created for the character and introduced in theSelectsSpecial Comic promoting Super Megatron.This figure (and any of thePower of the PrimesEvolution Optimus Prime molds) is capable of being configured into this form. In reference to the fact that the original Star Convoy figure included aMicromaster version of Hot Rodto man the battle station, one can populate the Z Base Mode with theFiredriveor Rodimus Prime Titan Masters fromHot Rod'sTitans Returnfigureand the "Chaos on Velocitron" box set respectively. As said Hot Rod Micromaster could also store in the original Star Convoy figure's chest, one can also re-enact this functionality by taking a Matrix frame from aPower of the PrimesLeader Class figure and placing one of the aforementioned Titan Masters in it, then inserting the frame into Star Convoy's chest.
This toy was released exclusively throughTakaraTomy Malland, thanks to brand unification,Hasbro Pulseand other online retailers in the United States and Canada. It is the firstSelectsfigure to be developed by TakaraTomy.

War for Cybertron: Earthrise

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That's the news everyone's waiting for!
  • Optimus Prime(Leader Class, 2020/2024)
Released in the first wave ofEarthriseLeader Class toys, Optimus Prime is anextensiveretooling of theSiegeOptimus mold,now transforming into his classic cab-over Earth-truck mode. Interestingly, his rear wheels are borrowed fromStudio Series32and44 Optimus Prime,and even has molded drilled-rotor brake discs, a surprising detail for a mainlineTransformersfigure. While the vestigial knee flaps were meant to be flipped out while transforming him into truck mode, the flaps' pegs and the elbow's rectangular holes have a slight occupying-the-same-space issue, which can result in the cab noticeably tilting frontward. If this problem persists, the flaps can be untransformed to straighten the cab properly.
His very cartoon-like robot mode has an opening chest compartment containing a removableMatrix of Leadershipaccessory; in an undocumented feature, the Matrix can accommodate "Fire Blast" effect parts and attach to similarly-sized posts. His new Ion Blaster rifle, now in its classic shape, is hinged to fold away the barrel for storage. His hands feature hinge joints in the knuckles, allowing for more expressive posing and proper holding of the included Matrix, with the grip coming from a5 mm semi-circleformed by the palm and thumb. As the front grill/wheel piece is connected with a c-clip, removing it from his back allows the waist to turn without being hindered.
For the first time for a (non-Masterpiece)GenerationsOptimus toy, this release comes with a trailer (sadly too small to store any concurrent car-mode toy larger than theEarthriseCliffjumpermold when closed up) that converts into a combat deck/repair bay complete with an "artillery robot". The trailer's inner walls are loaded with 5 mm post-holes for accessory storage. The main ramp isA.I.R. Lock Systemcompatible, and its inner section is removable so it can be used as a shield, leaving a U-shaped partial ramp so any cars on the main deck can still roll out. The trailer's artillery robot has two 5 mm post-holes up front for Fire Blast effects or other accessories, and now featurestwoclaw-arms, sadly the gaps in the claws are not 5 mm compatible. The robot can be removed from the trailer at its base and attached to other toys as a giant accessory, notably a "jetpack". (Coincidentally, the trailer's hitch post is at exactly the right height to let it rest inside the 5mm hole onThrilling 30Roller.)
This figure can be augmented with theWar for Cybertron Trilogy"Deluxe Centurion Drone Weaponizer Pack",which includes a non-converting long-barreled Ion Blaster, his expected Energon Axe, andRoller.The Energon Axe is specifically molded to fit onto Optimus'srighthand, with the peg sliding into the underside of the fist. Although itcanfit on his left hand if slid through the top, this puts noticeable stress on the axe's peg due to the thumb sliding up against the housing. The set also comes withSideswipe's jetpack, and while it ismainlydesigned for Sideswipe it can, of course, be used by Optimus, though due to a section of Optimus' back being marginally wider than the space available, some force may be required to attach the jetpack fully. Whether by coincidence or not, the Energon Strikeshield from theSiegefigure can attach to his forearms if the hands are tucked away, via the tabs on its hinged handle.
Like allEarthrisetoys, the inside of the back of Optimus's package includes an exclusive clip-and-save piece of a larger star map. Also in the box is a thin red piece of transparent plastic with which to read the star map. Optimus' piece of the map contains the labeled location of a planet called "MICRON".
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Dodged another shot!(Stock image comparison)
Confusingly, the figure hadmanycolor differences in different official promotional images. The original 3D renders depicted his colors completely show-accurate to the G1 cartoon (minus the blue codpiece, and with quite rare toy-accurate yellow eyes), the lack of striping on the forearms/side doors, and a fully blue artillery robot for the trailer, while the pre-release prototype seen in New York Comic Con 2019 and the secondary stock photos had his hands and elbows molded in grey, with artillery robot being cast in grey and silver plastic similar to the rest of the trailer. According toJohn Warden,this was due to the limitations of the mold. Even later, Takara's stock photos showed the figure with blue elbows and a blue and silver artillery robot. The retail release of the figure ultimately, for the most part, went with colors showcased in Hasbro's physical toy stock photos, but with previously yellow eyes now more cartoon-accurate blue, and with his hands, codpiece, and the back piece of his head painted in metallic blue. Early renders also displayed the figure's inner shins as being molded in the same blue color as the rest of the legs, although the final figure presents them cast in gray and unpainted. The sample on the TakaraTomy stock photos also depict his trailer hitch as a single piece.
Optimus Prime first saw release in Bangkok before its actual release date in March. Optimus also saw release with a retailer incentive gift box, coming with an additional large poster promoting theEarthrisecartoonwith various signatures from the showrunners and the characters, includingJake Tillman,Prime's voice actor, and a die-cast logo pin.
The Optimus Prime robot mold was also used to makeWar for Cybertron Trilogy SelectsShattered Glass Optimus Prime.The trailer, including its artillery robot and shield/ramp, was redecoed for theWar for Cybertron TrilogyNemesis Prime'sSpoiler Pack andHoliday Optimus Prime(see below). The Matrix accessory was reused or repainted extensively for other contemporary Matrix-bearers, such asKingdomRodimus Prime,KingdomGalvatron, andStudio SeriesHot Rod.
Optimus Prime was reissued in mid-2024 with pre-orders listed on April of that year.
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

  • Alternate Universe Optimus Prime


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"Alternate Universe Optimus Prime" is a grayscale redeco of the figure above with a new head that evokes the battle damage and his death inThe Transformers: The Movie.The Matrix of Leadership is the same as the mass retail Leader, though the Ion Blaster is painted completely silver and his rear calves are painted. Another change is the number of lugnuts on the wheels of the trailer. The normal retail version has 10 lug nuts per wheel, while this release has none. He is packaged in aSelects-styled box that depicts Ultra Magnus, Hot Rod, andArceegrieving during his death scene reflected on a window of his damaged truck mode.
There are reported issues where the left chest piece is unable to tab in fully due to a deformed pin, leaving a small uneven gap visible in robot mode.
This is the onlyEarthrisetoy to lack an ID number and map piece and isn't part of the Galactic Odyssey Collection. Coincidentally, Hasbro ID number WFC-E28 is never used in the toyline within its range of E1 to E41, lending to the possibility that WFC-E28 was intended to be his.
Before the figure was officially revealed, a single known specimen of theEarthriseOptimus Prime erroneously used the redeco's alternate head.[9]
Alternate Universe Optimus Prime was supposed to be released as an exclusive for Amazon Prime Day 2020, though the day was pushed back several months, making the toy release much earlier. The figure first saw release in some Malaysian hobby shopsbeforeit was fully revealed on Hasbro's June 26Fan First Fridaystream. The figure was later released in Japan as aTakaraTomy Mallexclusive as part of the 7th wave of TakaraTomySelectstoys.

War for Cybertron Trilogy

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  • Deluxe Centurion Drone(Deluxe Class with accessories pack, 2020)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-E33
    • TakaraTomy ID number:ER EX-22
    • TakaraTomy release date:March 27,2021
Aminuscule figurineof Optimus Prime, about 10 millimeters tall, is included in theWar for Cybertron TrilogyDeluxe Centurion set, which is meant to complement theWar for Cybertron TrilogyUnicronfigure.
Despite coming in aGenerations Selects-style box, the set is only branded as part of theWar for Cybertron Trilogy,and doesn't include aSelectslineup number, instead having anEarthriseID number.TakaraTomyreleased this toy as part ofEarthriseinJapan.[10]


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Promoting theEarthrisechapter of theWar for Cybertron Trilogycartoon,this version of Optimus Prime is a trailer-less redeco of theEarthriseLeader Class mold in darker colors more reminiscent of hisG1 figure.He comes with Battle Masters Enerax and Sheeldron, translucent yellow redecoes ofSiegePteraxadonandEarthriseSoundbarrierrespectively, without the effects parts. In terms of deco, Optimus's blue plastic/paint operations and the unpaintable gray joints are replaced with the same darker shade of blue (which also coincidentally resembles the erroneous deco used for most of TakaraTomy's stock photos of the mold), additional blue paint has been added to his legs, the molded detail in the center of his pelvis is painted yellow, the interiors of his opening chest windows are unpainted, the translucent plastic is tinted green, and the eyes are a non-metallic light blue.
The stock renders for both the robot and vehicle modes are inconsistent with the later stock photos: They reuse his deco from theEarthriserenders, but with blue eyes, green windows, and battle-damage paint apps that are absent on the final toy. The forearms are depicted as stripeless in robot mode, while the rear hip piece and the thighs are differently colored in the truck mode render.
While Optimus Prime never appears in hisEarthrisebody in the cartoon, he was initially planned to for theEarthriseandKingdomchapters, the idea from which this toy is based. A cartoon CGI render of thisEarthriseOptimus Prime can be seen in theThe Art and Making of Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy.
As with otherWar for Cybertron Trilogyfigures, Optimus Prime was exclusive to Walmart in Canada and the United States.
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

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This figure ofNemesis Primealso represents a "much darker future" of Optimus Prime in theWar for Cybertron Trilogycartoon.
Promoting theEarthrisechapter of theWar for Cybertron Trilogycartoon,thisWar for Cybertron TrilogyLeader Unboxing set contains a redeco ofSiegeVoyager ClassOptimus Primeas Nemesis Prime. The figure comes withSiegeOptimus's "W-M3 RF Ion Blaster" (but not his "W-50 Dual-Mech Energon Strikeshield" ) plus a sizeable number of extras that beef up the price. These include: a redecoed trailer fromEarthriseOptimus Prime;the Dark Saber,Giza,and large forearm blaster accessories, all from thePower of the PrimesEvolution Leader Class toy;Fangtron,aredecoofEarthriseBattle MasterSlitherfang,along with their blast effect part; and a compound through which a buyer can dig to reveal energon cubes, rereleased fromWar for Cybertron TrilogyUltra Magnus'sSpoiler Pack. Fangtron and the shield/Combat Deck ramp are both compatible with theA.I.R. Lock System,as the former can turn into a ramp or a shield for Nemesis Prime. This toy also features a different deco compared to the TakaraTomy Mall exclusive. Namely, he is in fact molded in very dark gray plastic as opposed to the deep black of the Takara version, and the vehicle stripes, bumper guns, and wheel rims are silver instead of teal.
The Hasbro stock photography for the truck mode is alsolaughablymistransformed, with the robot mode crotch being plainly visible, an error that actually requires a considerable amount of effort to replicate with the actual toy. In addition, neither the truck windows nor panels that cover the robot mode hands are compressed fully.
Much like previous Spoiler Pack, this set is in a windowless box designed to look like an ammo crate and features translatableAncient Autobot.The text on the package reads "FANGTRON" and "GIZA", while the 'spoiler' text inside features a Decepticon-themed quote: "YOU MUST STAY TRUE / TO WHOM THE MATRIX HAS / CHOSEN, FOR IF YOU / DON’T, A MUCH / DARKER FUTURE AWAITS" and an Autobot-themed one: "THE DEAD UNIVERSE IS / UNLIKE ANYTHING YOU’VE / EXPERIENCED, PRIME", which are both quotes fromSky LynxinEarthrise episode 5.The lateral side of the package also features artwork of Nemesis Prime, edited from art ofEarthriseOptimus Prime. Compared to the previous Spoiler Pack, the packaging itself has no plastic insert.
This set was a shared exclusive between online retailers andWalmartin Canada and the USA. In New Zealand, the set was sold exclusively at Toy World and Mighty Ape. Like the previous Spoiler Pack, the TakaraTomy release is packaged in a standard windowed box.
Siegemold:Optimus Prime (Voyager Class)

Hasbro/TakaraTomy:

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War for Cybertron: Kingdom

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  • Optimus Prime(Core Class, 2020)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-K1
    • TakaraTomy ID number:KD EX-03
    • TakaraTomy release date:May 20,2021
    • Accessories:Ion Blaster
Part of the first wave of theKingdomCore Class toys, Optimus Prime is a smaller, roughly Legends-sized mold that according to his product copy and stock images is meant to be posed with larger toys of the same character, but we would be stupid not to note that he is also a good size to interact with Titan Class figures. His transformation shares engineering with theThrilling 30Legends figure,but with sculpted detailing directly based on theEarthrisemold, down to details like thevestigial knee flapsfrom theSiegemold. The included Ion Blaster features a 3 mm handle under a 5 mm post, dedicated to the C.O.M.B.A.T. System. He is also fairly articulated for a figure this small, having head rotation and tilting, torso rotation (which looks a bit unnatural), ab crunch, butterfly joints at the shoulders, and ball joints in shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.
Unlike the actual product, the truck door section of the wrist/hand part is unpainted in the CG stock render. Curiously, his instructions depict an Energon axe that was notably left out of the final release and was not shown in stock photos.
The red paint on the flip-out arms will chip off over time due to repeated transformations caused by the snap-on connection that holds them in place in robot mode.
In Japan, Optimus Prime was released as aTakaraTomy Mallexclusive. This mold was later redecoed intoLegacy: EvolutionNemesis Prime,while utilizing the unused Energon Axe.


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EarthriseOptimus Prime featured apackage refreshin the first wave of theKingdomLeader Class toys. It featured no changes except for the gunmetal paint on the ion blaster being avery slightlylighter color.
Much like most of the toyline, Optimus Prime comes with one of four possible holographicGolden Diskcards for his wave, which reveals apossible destinyof a key character, Optimus Prime being one of them.
So far, he is the only package refresh to be released in Japan.
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

  • Alternate Universe Optimus Prime


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Scaled to fit inside the Ark's cockpit or adecent-sized soul patch.
  • Autobot Ark(2021)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-K30
KingdomTitan ClassAutobot Arkcomes with a minuscule figurine of Optimus Prime, similar to the Unicron-scaled one in theWar for Cybertron TrilogyDeluxe Centurion Drone set, designed to be in scale with theArk's starship mode. It is cast in the same orange translucent plastic used for the Ark's windscreen, then painted over with a metallic red.

Premium Finish

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The REALWar for Cybertron TrilogyAutobot Optimus Prime toy.
  • Optimus Prime(Voyager Class,October 30,2021)
    • TakaraTomy ID number:PF WFC-01 / PFGR 01
    • Hasbro ID number:GE-01
    • Accessories:"W-50 Dual-Mech Energon Strikeshield," "W-M3 RF Ion Blaster" (combines to form "Sentrystrike Ultra-Blaster" )
Part of the first wave of TakaraTomy'sPremium Finishsubline, Optimus Prime is a redeco of theSiegeVoyager Class toy,with the same weapons and C.O.M.B.A.T. System functionality.
In a similar deco to theThreeZerofigure, Optimus Prime is redecoed to be completely accurate to his on-screen appearance in theWar for CybertronTrilogy cartoon;for example, the translucent blue parts are now green, an extra white stripe is added in the front of the sideways truck kibble, and the battle damage is changed.
Siegemold:Optimus Prime (Voyager Class)

Hasbro/TakaraTomy:

  • Hasbro:
  • TakaraTomy:

Legacy

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We're gonna party like it's 1995!
  • Laser Optimus Prime(Leader Class,2022) /G2 Universe Laser Optimus Prime(Leader Class,2024)
Part of the first wave ofLegacyLeader Class toys, "Laser Optimus Prime" is an updated version of hisGeneration 2designwhich transforms into a mid-1990s Western Star 4964EX, with deco and sculpt details most directly based on the2006 "Battle Convoy" reissue version's modified deco and stickerswith a flame deco on the front fromhis 2010 Deluxe Class figure.He includes an Energon sword, an Energon axe, a new removable Matrix of Leadership (notable NOT the same mold shared by other figures of the same time) which echoes the sticker details of the 2006 reissue, and a trailer that can transform into a battle station (tanker deco of Optimus burning down a forest not included, sadly) with a small detachable double-barreled cannon. The axe and sword can be stored either inside the trailer or on the cab, with the sword stored underneath the rear section of the cab like the original and the axe slotting in over the trailer hitch. In tanker mode, the trailer's claw arm can be folded to act as a jack to allow it to stand freely. His signature shoulder pylons can open outwards to reveal missile pods. He has restricted arm movement as the shoulder pylons do not rotate, while the real arms start beneath the flap.
Not mentioned in his instructions, the sword and axe can combine into a larger sword. His Matrix can be attached to the axe or the combined sword, using the rectangular peg near the axe's haft (normally meant to keep the handle folded neatly for storage). The chest slot where the Matrix plugs in is open in the back, seemingly meant to allow forlight-pipingin robot mode. His eyes feature neutered light-piping due to the back of his head being painted over, but the eyes are left unpainted.
As the sword accessory is designed for this mold's open hands, it cannot be wielded by other figures with closed 5mm hands due to the protruding tab on the handle.
Most of Laser Optimus Prime's lower body, including his hips, thighs, the front of his lower legs (except for the shin vents), and feet, reuse elements from theEarthrisetoy above whereas other details like his crotch, shins, back of the lower legs, tires, and the entirety of his upper body are brand-new. Like theEarthrisetoy, the shins have theSiegefigure's trailer hitch on the outside. Laser Optimus' trailer can be attached toEarthriseOptimus, as well asSiegeOptimus,KingdomHuffer, andKingdomPipes. This figure is also similarly compatible with the trailer included withEarthriseOptimus.
The original releases'Hasbro Pulselisting labeled him as "G2 Universe Laser Optimus Prime", while the packaging itself merely labeled him as "Laser Optimus Prime". The subsequentpackaging refreshin theLegacy: Unitedsubline added the "G2 Universe" label on the box. Despite his origins, Optimus has no G2 faction symbols, only a silver G1 Autobot insignia on his left cab door.
This figure was also redecoed intoVelocitron Speedia 500 Collection"Robots In Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge"andToxitron Collection"G2 Universe Toxitron",as well asTarget Optimus PrimeandSynergenexOptimus Prime Type MFS-3 Kiryu.The sword, axe, and Matrix were redecoed intoShattered Glass CollectionUltra Magnus'sTerminus Blade.


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'Til all arerefreshed!
  • Optimus Prime(Core Class, 2022)
  • Accessories:Ion Blaster
Part of the second wave ofLegacyCore Class toys, Optimus Prime is apackage refreshof the previousKingdomCore Class figure.Aside from the packaging, the Ion Blaster's 3mm peg on the handle and the tab for the side truck windows are left unpainted.
Optimus Prime was spotted at aToys "R" UsinTaiwanin mid-June2022 before any official announcement from Hasbro.
He was then rereleased as part of the seventh Core Class Wave, revealed onAugust 1,2023alongside the previously revealedRobots in Disguise 2015 Universe Strongarm,Comic Universe BludgeonandPrime Universe Dreadwing.


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"Myson, who has every disease. "
  • A Hero Is Born(2-pack, 2022)
A fairly extensive retool ofStudio SeriesKupwith a new cartoon-accurate head, chest, and legs, transforming into a Cybertronian pickup truck... and is a clear homage to thee-HOBBY-exclusiverelease from 2005.Pax has a red pistol and anEnergon goodiedispenser, both also reused fromStudio SeriesKup.
Orion Pax retains Kup's removable arm and leg feature, compatible with any 5mm port or post. Additionally—whether or not it was intentional— Orion Pax's shoulders and hips are inverted straight out of the box, differentiating the overall design from Kup. If one doesn't like them this way, a simple twist of the joints will put them back into the orientation they are on Kup.
Unfortunately, Orion Pax suffers from the same design issue as the mold's original release. The painted robot mode crotch area that is part of the vehicle mode undercarriage does not fold up far enough to prevent dragging and paint damage, thus care should be taken when the figure is transformed.
This figure is a part of aHasbro Pulse-exclusive 2-pack; also includingAlpha TrionwithVector Sigmaandits Key.The set was put up for pre-order duringPulse Con 2022,and began appearing in Hong Kong stores shortly afterwards.
Taiwanesefans who supported theHasLabVictory Saberproject ended up getting the "A Hero Is Born" set instead (along with a full refund) after their Victory Sabers were severely water damaged during shipment and could not be delivered. No, this set is nowhere near as cool. Sorry?
This mold was further retooled to make the "War Dawn 2-Pack"Dionfigure.


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You've heard of a rescue axe, get ready for thelibrary axe.
  • Humble Origins 2-Pack(2-pack,2023)
  • Accessories:Axe handle, axe head, blaster, ammo drum
  • Known designers:Evan Brooks(Hasbro)[12]
Part of the "Pre-Cybertronian War" line, "Data Clerk Orion Pax" is a retool ofSiegeHound,transforming into a Cybertronian armored off-road vehicle in 15 steps. He retains Hound's blaster with clip-on ammo drum and also includes a new two-piece axe based on that of theThrilling 30Deluxe figure,both 5 mm compatible. The weapons can be mounted on any of his numerous 5 mm ports for storage, including his back and vehicle mode roof. His newly-molded chest is based on his appearance in "Chaos Theory",while his new head, legs, and windshield are based on theGuido Guididesign[13]from "Spotlight: Blurr".His color breaks are based onPrimeOrion Pax,from "One Shall Rise, Part 3".
He is titled as a Data Clerk, again referencing thePrimeincarnation.
He comes comes in a 2-pack withSenator Shockwave.They were both revealed and went up for pre-order on theMay 16Hasbro PulseFanstream alongside the "Rise of Tyranny" 2-pack.
The set is exclusive toAmazonin North America. Amazon mistakenly mixed up the product IDs for the Rise Of Tyranny and Humble Origins two-packs; as a result, customers who pre-ordered this set were actually sentMiner MegatronandSenator Ratbat.
Designer commentary on Data Clerk Orion Pax from Evan Brooks on Instagram
Siegemold:Hound

Cybertronian vehicle mode:

  • Hasbro:Generations SelectsWFC-GS09Hot Shot

Earth vehicle mode:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomyLegacy: EvolutionDetritus

Other:


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Advertised as perfect for younger children, but I think a Roller at this scale constitutes a choking hazard in 200 nations worldwide.
  • Optimus Prime & Bumblebee(2-pack,2023)
  • TakaraTomy ID Number:TL-EX
  • Accessories:Ion blaster, stinger blaster, axe, trailer,Roller,repair drone, trailer hitch/shield panel
  • Known designers:Evan Brooks(Hasbro),Ittoku Kuwazu(TakaraTomy)[6]
A Hasbro Pulse exclusive, this Optimus Prime is a cartoon-accurate redeco of the aboveKingdomcore class figure. His plastic colors are generally brighter, with the grey unpaintable areas in particular now cast in pearlescent white. He also features some differences in paint applications, including no silver on the legs, no stripe on the vehicle mode cab, yellow highlights on his waist flaps, and a gray background for his eyes, all of which serve to make him more show-accurate. He now comes with his famoustrailerin Core Class scale (where it can be hitched with an extension panel that doubles as a shield), which includes a tiny Roller (also able to tow the trailer!) and repair drone. The trailer was noted by its designerEvan Brooksto be proportionally large and is scaled to be able to fit the pack-in partnerBumblebee,though it's not quite long enough to fit the repair drone, Roller, and Bumblebee all at once. The set also includes both the Ion Blaster and Energon Axe accessories from the previous versions of the mold.
He was revealed and put up for pre-order on theJune 20Hasbro PulseFanstream.The set is also sold as a TakaraTomy Mall exclusive.



  • G1 Universe Optimus Prime(Deluxe Class,2024)
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Missing Link's little brother.
  • TakaraTomy name:Optimus Prime (G1 Universe)(オプティマスプライム(G1ユニバース))
  • TakaraTomy ID number:TL-83
  • TakaraTomy release date:2025January 25
  • Accessories:Matrix, 2 blasters, 2 smokestacks, energy axe
  • Known designers:Mark Maher(Hasbro),[14]Koki Yamada(TakaraTomy)[15]
Part of the fourth Wave ofLegacy UnitedDeluxes, "G1 Optimus Prime" is an unusualGenerationsrelease in that it is focused entirely on reproducing the aesthetic of his original Generation 1 toy, not unlike TakaraTomy's higher endMissing Linkline produced around the same time. The chief differences between this andMissing Linkare that theLegacy Unitedtoy is smaller than the G1 figure and lacksdie-castmetal andchrome.His forearms, shins, and feet feature detailing based on the sticker placement of his original G1 toy, albeit unpainted. However, likeLegacy: EvolutionBeachcomber,hedoesfeature "PVC rubber"[sic]tires on all six wheels - the first mainline Optimus toy to have soft tires in avery long time.
He comes equipped with two versions of his ion blaster - a larger one modeled after the original G1 toy release and another, thinner version representing the running change variant of the G1 toy blaster. The smokestacks can be used as handheld weapons as well, but are not intentionally compatible withblast effects.This will require stretching out the holes, so you may not want to leave them there long term to avoid damage or permanent stretching or tearing over time. He also comes with an orange energy axe based on the one included with theThe Transformers CollectionConvoy.He has a translucent blue Matrix of Leadership which can store in his chest, modelled after the 2002New Year's Special version.He is designed to be able to pull not only current trailers such as that of hisEarthrise toy,but also theoriginal G1 trailer.Due to his smaller size, the Earthrise trailer is almost perfectly proportioned to him while the original G1 trailer is almost comically huge.
Both of his blasters are cast in clear plastic and then painted over in glossy black paint. As a result, they tend to have an extremely tight fit to the point that some 5mm ports simply will not hold them. The ports on Prime's legs are similarly looser then normal, able to hold these two guns securely but are loose with basically any other 5mm accessory. Due to his fists being looser than normal to accommodate the blasters, the axe sitsveryloosely in Prime's fists and may not even plug in securely at all. Also, due to his tires being made of PVC rubber, it is unknown if they also have the same issues as Beachcomber's tires.
Teased during theMay 14,2024fanstream as a passion project for Maher, he was later officially revealed on the latter's Instagram page onJune 12later that year, with pre-orders going up onJune 13.


  • Fractured Friendship 2-Pack(2-pack, 2024)
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  • Accessories:Matrix, ion blaster, arm cannons x2
"Security Officer Orion Pax" is an extensive retool ofStudio SeriesGamer Edition Optimus Primebased on his appearance in "Chaos Theory"and the pre-war portions ofMore than Meets the Eye,and transforms into a Cybertronian truck. Compared to Optimus, Pax has a new head, chest, shoulders, and shins, the latter of which gives him some extra height so he can properly look his Decepticon counterpart in the eye. Most of his vehicle mode parts have also seen some notable retooling, resulting in a much more boxy truck mode; additional panels were also added to cover up Pax's rear.
His right forearm retains the Gamer Edition figure's ability to be disconnected, revealing a5 mm post,which allows any Gamer Edition figure's blaster to be attached in its place. Despite this, Pax's own ion blaster has a new part attached to it with a screw, so it can be held normally, sacrificing the ability for it to be attached to his arm. However, this functionality can be restored by simply removing the screw and detaching the new part.[16]This version of the mold fixes the swapped wheel misassembly of the original tooling.
In addition to the ion blaster, Pax comes with the same Matrix of Leadership accessory as Gamer Edition Optimus (which plugs into his chest cavity via a 5mm connection), and two forearm-mounted cannons, which peg onto his sides in truck mode.
Security Officer Orion Pax was included in the "Fractured Friendship" 2-pack alongside the similarly IDW-inspiredGladiator Megatron.The 2-pack was revealed by IGN onJune 27,2024 as an exclusive for that year'sSan Diego Comic-Con,with limited quantities later made available throughHasbro PulseonAugust 5.It was later spotted at Chinese retail soon after its official reveal.[17]

Holiday Optimus Prime

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"Your mistletoe is no match for my TOW missiles!"
  • Holiday Optimus Prime(December 2022)
A surprise reveal atMCM Comic-Con London 2022,"Holiday Optimus Prime" converts in 37 steps from a licensedVolvo VNR 300–known throughout the United States as an "Amazon Primetruck "–into a veryCombat Hero-styled Optimus Prime with a decidedlySanta Clausishcolor layout, in predominantly red deco with white trim and big black boots. The truck mode is decoed so as to represent snow kicking up over the fenders and falling down onto the roof of his trailer. Said trailer is a redeco of the one included withEarthriseOptimus Primein white with red stripes and features atampographedAutobotinsigniawearing a Santa hat. It also has a new trailer-hitch add-on part with a much further-back hitch-peg, so the trailer connects in the proper place to Optimus's new truck mode; this part is removable so you can use the trailer with the originally-compatibleEarthrisetoys. In terms of accessories, Prime comes with a redeco of theEarthrisetoy's ion blaster in festive candy cane striping, as well as a "Matrix of Holiday Cheer" to store behind his translucent greenchest windows.
Prime's box is designed to look as though it has been pre-packaged in Autobot insignia/snowflake wrapping paper and partially ripped open to reveal the toy inside, even including a printed-on to/from gift tag!
The officialstock photographyleaves two flaps on Prime's chest mistransformed; they should fold in to give himhis iconic grille detail.
The figure was made available for sale exclusively atHasbro Pulseon November 1, 2022, and shipped in early December 2022.
...Speaking of the "Amazon Prime" trucks, Holiday Optimus Prime appears to have been repurposed from a long-planned but ultimatelynever releasedCollaborativefigure which was listed on the Australian version of the website as early as April 2021,[20]with a detailed product description following in June of that same year,[21]as well as listings on other international versions of the Amazon website such as Amazon Germany.[22]The Amazon Australia listing was later rediscovered in July 2022,[23]but photos still remained a no-show. Like Holiday Optimus Prime, the Amazon mashup was also specified to turn into a licensed Volvo truck in 37 steps. All signs point to the Volvo Optimus Prime mold being repurposed as an affiliate of a less corporate–and more public domain–gift distributor... not to mention as a release less likely to annoy othermajorretailersof Hasbro toys.
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

  • Alternate Universe Optimus Prime

Generations Comic Edition

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This is how we get AHEAD in sales.
  • Shockwave(Leader Class, 2024)
Generations Comic EditionShockwavecomes with an accessory depicting the severed head of Optimus Prime in a harness, based on the events ofthe second storylineof theoriginalTransformerscomicpublished byMarvel Comics,in which Shockwave attempts to extract theCreation Matrixfrom Prime. More specifically, the design is based onHerb Trimpe's artwork fromissues elevenandtwelve.The armatures for the harness accessory come on asprueand must be assembled.
The head ofEarthriseOptimus Primecan be removed and replaced with this head for a new Marvel inspired look! It can be a snug fit, though, so take a little care when installing. Also note that, as theSiege/Earthrisehead mold does not have the appropriate gap in the back, it cannot be used on the harness in place of the new head.


Target Optimus Prime

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So...we got the Amazon truck (almost), now this, is the Walmart truck next?
  • Target Optimus Prime and Autobot Bullseye(2024)
"Target Optimus Prime" is aTarget-exclusive (duh) redeco ofLegacyLaser Optimus Prime sans weapons, transforming into a Target-branded truck. He's also packaged with a Target-themed version of theEarthrisetrailer, complete with Bullseye the dog on the side,a representation of whomis also packed in with Prime. His packaging art depicts him playing fetch with Bullseye, using one of the iconic "Red Ball" bollards found outside most Target stores as the ball. The front of the package shows him readying to throw the ball, while the side shows Optimus petting and scritching Bullseye after he's caught it.D'awww.
He was revealed by IGN onMarch 13,2024with pre-orders going up later that same day.[27]
Earthrisemold:Optimus Prime (Leader Class)

Truck/robot:

Trailer/Combat Deck:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E11Optimus Prime

  • Alternate Universe Optimus Prime

Studio Series

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Blaster, I’m gonna need you to blare "The Touch" — louder than ever.
(Pianosold separately. Basketball still not included.)
  • Optimus Prime(Commander Class,2024)
Released for the brand's 40th anniversary,Studio Series'86 Optimus Prime transforms into a semi-truck in 40 steps. This version is evenmorecartoon-accurate than the last several iterations, based directly on his appearance inthe entire cartoonThe Transformers: The Movie.However, he still directly takes some design elements fromMasterpieceMP-10 Convoy,including his headsculpt, gray torso stripe and detailing, thighs, and feet. He features a wide array of articulation points comparable to '86Ultra Magnus,including articulated hands with individual index fingers, rotatable "antenna ears", and butterfly shoulder joints, the latter of which lets him open up his chest compartment and deliver the haymaker that defeated Megatron in the movie. Said chest compartment contains anotherEarthrise-style Matrix of Leadership and features a front cover flap. Like Magnus, the Matrix can only be held by pinching it due to its small size. '86 Optimus Prime is about half a head taller than theEarthrisefigure, making him closer in scale to most of his Autobot brethren from the past few years.
He comes with his ion blaster, energon axe, trailer (with Roller and Auto-Launcher repair drone), and a pair ofblast effectsthat are reminiscent of those that came with theMP-44 "Convoy Ver.3.0"figure, which can be used with his blaster and drone. Perhaps this set's most noteworthy new feature isanotherpair of fiery effect parts that can be attached to the bottom of the cab, allowing collectors to recreate Prime's iconic truck-jumping scene during the Battle of Autobot City, completed with his included backdrop based on this scene. This is the first non-MasterpieceOptimus Prime toy to hide his wheels in robot mode, come with every main accessory used throughout the cartoon, and feature a cartoon-accurate truck bumper.
The ion blaster can store on his robot back and truck bed, though the latter might chip the blaster's gunmetal paint due to the tight fit. His energon axe attaches using a5 mm postrevealed by flipping either hand, a design element from MP-01. Prime's weapons and the beam effects are stored inside the trailer with Roller and the repair drone, with enough space left to fit store oneDeluxe Class car,while the "jumping" effects are stashed away in the trailer's undercarriage. The trailer can transform into a command station[31]or repair bay. The interior of the trailer is based on the MP-44 trailer's sculpt, itself inspired by theoriginal trailer'sstickers. TheDiacloneconsoles have been rendered as unpainted sculpted detail due to their space being used for accessory storage. The Auto-Launcher drone features its traditional antenna and claw arm, and has an opening cockpit, though the space is too small for even aDiaclonepilot to fit. Unfortunately, the drone cannot poke out of the trailer like previous versions, but it is removable and can be carried by Roller. Roller can also tow the trailer and is scaled to seat 4Titan Masters.The ion blaster can also be attached on Roller's rear port, but the tight fit can cause paint chipping on both accessories. Roller stores in the trailer by tabbing onto the drone, facing away from the door unlike usual. Optimus' trailer can also be successfully hitched to all figures previously capable of towing theEarthrisefigure's trailer and all those retooled from the aforementioned mold, though the '86 figure is too large to be compatable with any prior trailers.
The painted red side panels in truck mode can chip from transforming as they slide into small gaps in the legs. To avoid this, the screws near the front feet need to be slightly unscrewed to widen the gap. The silver on the bottom of the front bumper can also get scraped when untabbing from his back. This is not visible in either mode, but to better avoid it all the same, first pull down the blue piece on his behind for some operating room, then firmly hold the top of the backpack and carefully pull down while avoiding contact with his torso. The offending edges on the torso can also be sanded down for more clearance. The neck panel can be difficult to push into place when transforming into truck mode, usually feeling "stuck" even when it isn't and requiring the use of excessive force. Try pressing down hard on both rear ends of the panel as shownhere.The edge of the panel can also be sanded down to reduce the pressure needed.
A noted issue is that Prime's smokestacks rotate too easily. Early copies of the figure have a minormisassembly:his heel/tail light pieces are upside down and on the wrong feet. The thicker blue edge should be on the top side. This has no effect on the toy's functionality, but can be swapped by knocking out the pins if so desired. Fortunately, later releases of the figure feature correctly-assembled heel/tail light pieces. This can be identified by looking at the date code on his inner leg; corrected specimens should say "42831" or higher.
This figure was revealed by an Amazon product listing onJuly 15,2024, with pre-orders going live the next day. The toy saw its first release as an advanced sale item for theAni-Com & Games Hong Kong2024 event. It began to appear at Target by early October.


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The SS86 Optimus Prime at home.
  • Devastation Optimus Prime(Deluxe Class,2025)
  • Game:Transformers: Devastation
  • Accessories:Axe, Matrix of Leadership
Part of theStudio SeriesA-level assortment for 2025, this Deluxe Class Optimus Prime is based on his appearance inDevastation,and transforms into a truck cab. His chest features paint operations made to emulate the cell-shaded artwork from the game. He includes an energon axe with a built-in slash effect (mimicking the the cartoon smear effect applied to melee weapons in-game) and a removable Matrix of Leadership which can tab into slots in his knuckles so it can be held without the need for opening hands. The axe can be stored behind his cab in truck mode.
Unfortunately, due to the transformation scheme, the grey/silver stripes are not present in truck mode.
Or you could pick... WHAT'S IN THE BOX.

This item is currently scheduled for release, but is not yet available at mass retail.

References

  1. ↑Behind-the-scenes detailsfromFun Publicationsalumni Night Shining in a Facebook announcement for unofficial convention Pete's RoboCon 2018
  2. ↑Protectobot and Optimus Maximus sticker promotion on TFW2005
  3. ↑"Titans Return Optimus Prime X Primitive Skateboarding collaboration exclusive rail gun/skate park ramps and rail accessories design drawings." —Robby Musso, Facebook, 2020/12/16
  4. ↑"At some convention somewhere one Hasbro rep let slip that Siege Optimus Prime also had a hidden hover truck mode."on Toybox Soapbox
  5. ↑"シージのオプティマス. Hữu が hải ngoại bản, tả が nhật bổn bản で hậu ろが hải ngoại tiền が nhật bổn bản. Ô れのタンポ ấn xoát も vi うバリエーションなのかねぇ(´･ω･`) #TFTOYの diện bạch さを vân え độihttps://t.co/g3lMOROVdO"—Alfes2010, Twitter, 2019/02/23
  6. ↑6.06.1June 20,2023'sHasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstreamon YouTube, withBen MacCrae,Mark Maher,Evan Brooks,andRich Pellegrino
  7. ↑See the extensive research in theHoliday Optimus Primeentry for details.
  8. ↑Guide to rearranging the chest star for improved stabilityin the TFW2005 thread forSelectsStar Convoy
  9. ↑https://tformers.com/earthrise-leader-optimus-prime-error-with-alternate-universe-head/37627/news.html
  10. ↑"＼フォロワー27 000 nhân đột phá ／ tân tình báo 2つ mục はアースライズシリーズ “センチュリオンドローン＆ウェポナイザー” phát mại quyết định しました! Dư ước khai thủy は thiếu し tiên の dư định ですが lặc しみしてにお đãi ち hạ さい! #トランスフォーマー #Transformershttps://t.co/8DpFsjRCuP"—Transformers PR, Twitter, 2020/07/20
  11. ↑Transformers PanelatHasbro Pulse Con 2022Day 1 on theHasbro PulseYouTube channel.
  12. ↑May 16,2023'sHasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstreamon YouTube, withEvan Brooks,Ben MacCrae,andSixo.
  13. ↑""young "Optimus Prime concept sketch (that later would become inspiration for Generations Orion Pax toy)..." —Guido Guidi, Twitter, 2014/11/24
  14. ↑May 14,2024'sHasbro Pulse | Transformers Fanstream | May 2024on YouTube, withBen MacCrae,Evan BrooksandKelly Rose.
  15. ↑Design notesonLegacy UnitedG1 Universe Optimus Prime fromHasbrodesignerMark Maheron Instagram
  16. ↑Post detailing how to remove the new part on Orion Pax's ion blasterin the TFW2005 thread for the Fractured Friendship 2-Pack
  17. ↑Hasbro SDCC 2024 exclusives reveal- on IGN
  18. ↑Full presser for Holiday Optimus Primeat Ben's World of Transformers including bio and stock photos.
  19. ↑Recordingof theTransformerspanel atMCM Comic-Con London 2022withBen MacCraeat the "Ryan Speaks Geek" YouTube channel
  20. ↑Earliest reported Amazon Australia listing for "Amazon Optimus Prime"at TFW2005, April 2021.
  21. ↑Product description for "Amazon Optimus Prime"at TFW2005, June 2021.
  22. ↑Earliest documented Amazon Germany listing for "Amazon Optimus Prime"at TFW2005, June 2021.
  23. ↑Amazon Australia listing for "Amazon Optimus Prime"reported by TFormers, July 2022.
  24. ↑April 25,2024'sHasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstream | April 2024on YouTube, withBen MacCrae,Mark MaherandEvan Brooks.
  25. ↑"And here are my shots of the 40th Anniversary Grimlock and Shockwave figures, with accessories and and paint job ripped straight from the comics that inspired them!" —Matthew Cohen, Instagram, 2024/02/06
  26. ↑March 14,2024'sHasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 14, 2024on YouTube, withBen MacCrae,Evan BrooksandMark Maher.
  27. ↑Jesse Schedeen, IGN, "Transformers: Hasbro Reveals Target-Exclusive Optimus Prime & Autobot Bullseye Figures", 2024/03/13
  28. ↑"Tomo san was an absolute wizard in bringing this figure to life at our CMD price point and I hope you all will stay tuned as I follow up with another post to answer some questions I've seen floating around." —Evan Brooks, Instagram, 2024/07/16
  29. ↑Transformers PanelatHasbro Pulse Con 2024withBen MacCrae,Evan Brooks,Mark Maher,Marcelo Matere,andNate Purswell.
  30. ↑July 26,2024'sTransformers SDCC 2024 Brand Panel Fanstream | Hasbro PulsewithEvan BrooksandNate Purswell.
  31. ↑Hasbro's Latest, Greatest Optimus Prime Is Ready to Roll Outon Gizmodo, July 2024.
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