Transformers Universe Deluxe Figure Galvatron

by Transformers

Product Features

• In robot mode, this fierce-looking DECEPTICON figure features a giant firing particle cannon blast!
• Convert to tank vehicle mode and the particle cannon becomes a firing cannon - ready to take on enemy forces!

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B001DIOUAY
• Item model number: 83670
• Manufacturer recommended age: 3 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,864 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Product Description

Universe Deluxe Wave 2: Galvatron appears to support an elaborate array of articulation. Galvatron stocky tank altmode is equipped with a turret-mounted translucent orange cannon complete with an equally translucent missile projectile. In robot mode, Galvatron brandishes his sovereign cannon as an arm-mounted weapon. Arranged beneath a crown-like headpiece, Galvatron red eyes are voraciously inflamed. Salvaged from the battered remains of Megatron, Galvatron was generated by Unicron as an instrument intended to destroy the Matrix of Leadership. Galvatron was provided with heightened power, new warriors, and an imposing warship, although he retained the contempt and defiance that had defined Megatron, and wasted no time in journeying to Cybertron.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For display only, September 2, 2008

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John B. Connor "dragonsandsuch" (Coventry, RI United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Transformers Universe Deluxe Figure Galvatron (Toy)

At least mine has to be. While this is a great LOOKING version of Galvatron, in fact one of the best, it does not stay together well. Both arms come off easily during transformation, especially the one with the cannon. Definately not for kids because of this. Good for the collector though, who want a Galvatron/Megatron that resembles the original characters.

The fun factor for me has been finding a nemesis for my small Armada version of Optimus Prime.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good recreation of Galvatron, September 14, 2008

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Chris Gremillion (Egham, England) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Transformers Universe Deluxe Figure Galvatron (Toy)

This is the best homage (not counting G1 reissue) to the original Galvatron looks wise that I have seen. Most others have been simply recolored versions of whatever Megatron was available. I do not feel transformation was that difficult and only consulted the instructions once or twice on a few back pieces. The right (cannon) arm comes off somewhat easily although truth be told I think it was meant to, it has yet to fall off during play. However unlike other reviewers I have yet to have the left arm fall off. There is better than decent posability (incredible though if compared to G1) it is good enough for most kids I believe. I recommend it for kids and collectors.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars galvatron deserves better, September 10, 2008

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Rob in Jersey (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Transformers Universe Deluxe Figure Galvatron (Toy)

Like any one who remembers the original '86 animated movie, I was really exited to finally see a galvatron figure who resembled the original, and this one delivers big time in robot mode. For some reason though toy makers refuse to make one that transforms into a cannon like the original, but as a tank this one is as close as you will get, without paying $150-$200 for a G1 or G1 re-issue. The detail is great and very closley resemble the original in robot form, however after that things go downhill very quickly. For some reason this toy is labeled as average difficulty transformation, equal to the jets in the same(very well done) classics line, however while they are extremely easy to transform this guy is nearly impossible.
His arms are guaranteed to fall of during transformation, and while they pop back on, another peice on the bottom fell off that I could not put back on. Now mind you I only transformed it once, and I am not even sure I could transform it again, as usual, the complicated directions only give you a one way detail. Add this to the fact even in robot mode, all but the most carful movments will cause his arms to pop off, and this guy is one of the most poorly designed figures I have ever seen. So unless you are a huge fan of the '86 movie, and have been fixing for a reasonably-priced somewhat accurate galvatron, you should probably avoid this one.