KRE-O Transformers - OPTIMUS WITH TWIN CYCLES

by KRE-O

• Includes Optimus Prime and 5 KREON figures: Optimus Prime, Skywarp, Bluestreak and 2 stunt drivers
• 3-in-1 KRE-O construction set lets you build OPTIMUS PRIME as a robot figure, as a semi-hauler truck, or as a battle station
• In vehicle mode, put the included motorcycles and KREON figures into the semi-hauler truck's trailer, or rebuild the truck's removable cab into a mini-command center
• Also in vehicle mode, the trailer can be disassembled and built into a battle station
• Set includes 542 KRE-O pieces, 5 KREON figures, 2 motorcycles, orange traffic cones and decorative decals. Product does not convert. Ages 8 to 14

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 24 x 12.8 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B004Q2Q0RU
• Item model number: 30689
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 14 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,421 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)

Product Description

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This three-in-one KRE-O TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME construction set lets you bring the popular character to life like never before. You can build your OPTIMUS PRIME character in robot mode and then use the very same bricks to reassemble him in vehicle mode. Detach his truck cab from the trailer and it becomes a mini command center. Also included are five poseable KREON mini figures to accompany 8- to 14-year-olds on whatever adventures they can imagine.

Age: 8 to 14 years Pieces: 542 Included KREON Figures: 5 About OPTIMUS PRIME KREON Character Likes: Sending BUMBLEBEE on missions so I can get some work done instead of worrying about whose bricks he'll rearrange next. Big Plan: To defeat the DECEPTICONS and retire somewhere an idling truck will be accepted. Protoform Pet: I once had a cyberdog named Magnus. He was great. Includes SKYWARP, BLUESTREAK, OPTIMUS PRIME, and two Stunt Driver KREONs. View larger. Products and colors may vary. Subject to availability.

Use the same bricks to change OPTIMUS PRIME into a mighty robot or a powerful semi-truck. View larger.

Mini KREON figures can ride inside of OPTIMUS PRIME in vehicle mode. View larger.

Detach the truck's cab to convert it into a battle station. View larger.

Bring OPTIMUS PRIME Home
With his strong sense of honor, immense courage, and powerful battle skills, OPTIMUS PRIME is one of the greatest AUTOBOT leaders. He would do anything for his team, and they would do anything for him. Build and rebuild OPTIMUS PRIME in vehicle, mini command center, or robot mode with this three-in-one set of 542 KRE-O construction pieces.

Get Ready to Lead the Fight
Building is only half the fun. In robot mode, your OPTIMUS PRIME figure is ready to kick some DECEPTICON tailpipe. In vehicle mode, you can load up his trailer with KREONS, smaller vehicles, and other equipment for hauling to your next battle. When you get there, detach the truck's cab and it becomes a mini command center.

Build Your TRANSFORMERS World
With 542 KRE-O construction pieces, this set contains everything you need to build a 10-inch-tall robot figure or 15-inch-long semi-hauler truck. Build and rebuild as needed to defeat the DECEPTICON enemy forces.

The set also includes five KREON mini figures that stand 1-3/4 inches tall. KRE-O bricks are compatible with other leading brick-based construction sets.

What's in the Box
KRE-O TRANSFORMERS OPTIMUS PRIME set with 542 KRE-O pieces, including a projectile launcher brick, two motorcycles, two traffic cones, and five KREON mini figures (OPTIMUS PRIME, SKYWARP, BLUESTREAK, and two Stunt Drivers).

BUMBLEBEE	SENTINEL PRIME	MEGATRON	STARSCREAM

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KRE-O Transformers - OPTIMUS WITH TWIN CYCLES

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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars My Kids Are in Awe June 21, 2011

By Robert R. Fisher VINE™ VOICE

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Durability: 3.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

This is a great toy, well made and it allows children to use their imagination and construct it in a number of different ways. The one drawback is the number of pieces, 542! The product is recommended for children ages 8-14, I would definitely not purchase this for an 8 year old. My almost 10 year old was very frustrated and my 13 year old and I had to end up constructing the model. Definitely for older children. When constructed it is an amazing toy and fun for both my 9 and 13 year old sons, just expect to a long evening playing and construction KRE-O if you are purchasing this for anyone 10 and under (unless they have an Einstein IQ and an equally long attention span).

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Toy lacking in playability and fostering imagination/creativity. March 20, 2012

By D. Chou

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Durability: 2.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 3.0 out of 5 stars   

My 8 year old nephew was ecstatic when he tried out this Transformers Optimus Prime building block kit by Kre-O (Hasbro). He has seen all the newest Transformers movies and cartoons and has even watched most of the original cartoon TV series from the '80s.

Likes:
>Bold, colorful packaging that promises lots of fun!
>Can be built into Optimus Prime (OP) robot, Big Rig Truck, or Battle Station.
>Includes 2 mini motorcycles and 5 mini Kreon characters; OP, Skywarp, Bluestreak, and two stunt drivers.
>Helps child develop patience and perseverance to finish assembling this toy.
>Looks impressive when finished.

Dislikes:
>My 8 year old nephew is familiar with Lego and generic building blocks but it took him about 3 hours (with some help from dad) to assemble the 542 pieces OP robot because most of the blocks don't fit and stay locked together properly.
>The assembled OP robot is more suitable for static display because every time my nephew tried to play or pose the robot, pieces would fall off.
>His dad (bro) and I agree: Why have children build static display kits using blocks when there are many excellent poseable and playable Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon Revoltech SciFi Super Poseable Action Figure Optimus Prime of Transformers available?
>The whole purpose of building blocks is to allow children to use their imaginations to build different robots, vehicles, animals, monsters, etc. from generically shaped blocks...rather than building block kits limited to building a pre-determined character or vehicle.
>Built up robot CAN'T TRANSFORM; the main allurement of the Transformers!
>While my older nephew enjoyed the puzzle type challenge of assembling the OP robot in several hours, his 4 year old brother took delight in smashing OP into pieces with the mini motorcycles within minutes. Definitely NOT for younger children.
>Many small parts are potential choking hazards for younger siblings.

Bottom Line:
A challenging kit to build for kids older than 8 even with adult assistance. A pre-determined block kit doesn't help children develop their imaginations and creativity compared to something like LEGO Bricks Set. Why buy a Transformer toy that can't transform, is time-consuming to build, and falls apart when kids try to pose or play with it?

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Difficult ... Time Consuming ... February 6, 2012

By Steffan Piper VINE™ VOICE

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Durability: 3.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 2.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 3.0 out of 5 stars   

First off, I built both The Optimus Prime and the Semi-Truck, several times. I followed the instructions, but there was a few discrepancies with the pieces and fitting things together. I was able to make it work, but I doubt even an adept Lego building teenager would've figured out a viable work-around as quickly (several hours) as I did. Ahem.

I didn't like the way the bricks were organized out of the box, but I feel that way about ALL Lego sets, Mega Blocks kits in total. It could use some better organization from the jump for the amount of coin you drop on these. Huge plastic bags make no sense.

The flexibility of the two models once built was also questionable as it was better to just leave them there like Museum pieces to stare at versus moving them around as several portions just wouldn't stay together.

I'm not a Lego purist and I don't bash on Mega Blocks for being cheap, as they've improved greatly in the last 5 -8 years that I've been building with them, but Kreo needs to fine-tune these sets a bit in my opinion.

I appreciate the value you get with Lego's competitor sets, but I would just like to see better "form-fitting" as they call it and "ease of build."

It's hard to please every one, I know; but these transformers sets are definitely for the expert builder who just aches for anything Transformers.

I spent hours building this stuff and most of the time it wasn't much fun. Just saying.

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