RM-01
Transformer
1982 (manufactured)
1982 (manufactured)
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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.
With the toy is its packaging, consisting of a printed card back and transparent plastic blister.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 5 parts.
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| 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. |
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| Production type | Mass produced |
| Object history | Part of the Edward Castle collection. |
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| Accession number | B.140:1 to 2-2016 |
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| Record created | November 2, 2016 |
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