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RM-01

Transformer
1982 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Toy robot, transforming into the likeness of a motorcycle, made from die-cast metal painted red and white, and injection-moulded blue, silver and transparent plastic (probably ABS). When in vehicle mode, the toy can be propelled along on its two wheels, which are removed and relocated to the figure's shoulders when in robot mode. A separate silver plastic engine block can be attached to the toy when in motorcycle mode.

With the toy is its packaging, consisting of a printed card back and transparent plastic blister.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 5 parts.

  • Toy
  • Packaging
  • Wheel
  • Wheel
  • Engine
Titles
  • RM-01 (manufacturer's title)
  • Robo Machine (series title)
Materials and techniques
Die-cast metal, painted; injection-moulded plastic, painted; printed paper; rubber
Brief description
Transformer, Robo-machine, motorbike; Plastic, French/Japanese, Bandai, 1982
Physical description
Toy robot, transforming into the likeness of a motorcycle, made from die-cast metal painted red and white, and injection-moulded blue, silver and transparent plastic (probably ABS). When in vehicle mode, the toy can be propelled along on its two wheels, which are removed and relocated to the figure's shoulders when in robot mode. A separate silver plastic engine block can be attached to the toy when in motorcycle mode.

With the toy is its packaging, consisting of a printed card back and transparent plastic blister.
Dimensions
  • Robot height: 8.3cm
Production typeMass produced
Object history
Part of the Edward Castle collection.
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
B.140:1 to 2-2016

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Record createdNovember 2, 2016
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