Transformers Alternity Black Convoy Review

hi bros! now its time for me to stop playing with my toys and get my arse to do my review of the transformers alternity black convoy!

first off, the size of this thing is the same as a deluxe class TF figure, but it is almost as heavy as an ultra class figure (in between leader and voyager class size). this is because of the die cast metal parts used in this toy. pretty neat huh. but the price is also in the ultra class range too, but i think it's still worth it though... haha

alt mode 10/10
the car mode for this guy is the nissan GTR, and i am very impressed by it. it has plenty of details from the opening doors, hood, boot, front AND BACK seats, steering wheel, gear shift and hand brake, to the nissan GTR logos and small paint touches. very great job done by the guys at Takara! my only complaint is that the rear part of the car (made up of the robot's legs) do not quite hold together as tight as they should. nonetheless it still deserves a perfect score.








robot mode 8/10
in robot mode you will see more significant pros and cons. the robot mode looks very cool, and i love the head sculpt. the alt mode kibble is placed correctly enough to look good. although many people complain about it being back heavy, for me it ain't that bad. the main problems are the short, short arms that may kill the appeal of this figure for many people. still, it's not a deadly sin... AS LONG AS its not doing any kind of pose and just stands there.





articulation 7/10
the articulation to achieve dynamic poses is there, and the stability given by the large foot print is really good. but this is where the short short arms really show their ugly side. due to the puny arms (and did i mention puny weapon?) you really cant get it to look awesome in action poses. which is quite sad...




transformation 10/10
one of the best things about this figure. the transformation complicated but not frustrating. very satisfying! and plenty of wow factor, how the robot kibble is so cleverly used or hidden away in the alt mode and vice versa. there is even some automorph incorporated! a good mix of old school and movie verse transformation. breathtaking!

x-factor 5/10
can't really give many marks here. the comic provided with the toy to give it some "character" is lame to say the least. the only thing going for it is that it's a representation of optimus prime in a seperate universe. and its black. pretty cool, but just not enough.

overall 40/50
surprisingly, despite its puny arms, puny weapons and lack of x-factor it still managed to achieve this score. key strengths lie in it's alt mode and transformation. a very fine toy and display piece, but not something i would whole hearterdly recommend...

black convoy says it's time to buy him the gears of war gun blaster accessory!