Despite the unnecessary modifications Hasbro made, this is a great toy. Whether you have Hasbro's or Takara's version, you should like this version of Optimus Prime. The truck mode is slightly disjointed, mainly because the focus was clearly on the robot

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Optimus Prime (G1,G2,MW,RM,TFU, Transformers Movie 2007)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 3444 - Hits: 388
Complete?: Yes - Published: 30/04/04 - Last Updated: 30/04/04

A tale of a diversionary tactician's ultimate transformation.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech, Generation One
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 4276 - Hits: 524
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/01/04 - Last Updated: 01/01/04

Marissa arrives in japan.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 928 - Hits: 113
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/05/08 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

Chip and Marissa come up with a plan.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 976 - Hits: 111
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/05/08 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

Brawl gets his Alternator upgrade. Run, Swindle, run.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Brawl (G1,G2), Swindle (G1,G2)
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1142 - Hits: 340
Complete?: Yes - Published: 10/07/06 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

The vehicle colours used may not be as realistic as previous Binaltech toys, but they look so good I don't care. Both modes look great, and while there are some minor robot mode flaws, this is still a great toy. The retooling is significant enough that I'

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Dead End (G1,Alt)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1862 - Hits: 259
Complete?: Yes - Published: 16/08/04 - Last Updated: 16/08/04

The name is down right awful - I got this toy as Drag Strip, basically. Decepticharge is the weakest G1 tribute in the line so far, which will reduce his appeal for a lot of fans. There are enough flaws to recommend Windcharger instead.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Decepticharge (Alt)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1756 - Hits: 252
Complete?: Yes - Published: 04/08/05 - Last Updated: 04/08/05

A TF:Universe style profile for the yellow Binaltech Tracks, as the classic Marvel comics character, Emirate Xaaron.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Emirate Xaaron (G1), Tracks (G1,Alt)
Genre: Tech Spec
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 378 - Hits: 286
Complete?: Yes - Published: 23/10/04 - Last Updated: 23/10/04

Hey, Hey, hey! She is in the house! Here are some facts about Nightcrystal.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Tech Spec
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 94 - Hits: 469
Complete?: Yes - Published: 11/01/04 - Last Updated: 11/01/04

The vehicle mode is slightly flawed, a shame since it's my favourite model of car in Binaltech to date. The robot mode is both aesthetically appealing and a great effort at turning a sports car into a believable Grimlock. This is how an alt mode change sh

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Grimlock (G1,G2,Alt)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1550 - Hits: 239
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/12/04 - Last Updated: 22/12/04

Hound is more ambitious that the Binaltech toys that preceded him, and he combination of a very good modern Jeep Wrangler with a robot mode that just screams Hound is fantastic.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Hound (G1,Alt)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1377 - Hits: 328
Complete?: Yes - Published: 03/04/04 - Last Updated: 03/04/04

A great vehicle, as is the norm for Binaltech. The robot mode is a great upgrade of the Omnibot - I really like the fact they've gone for a somewhat obscure yet classic G1 character - and done a great job. Hasbro's Windcharger is not as good.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Overdrive (G1,BT)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1291 - Hits: 205
Complete?: Yes - Published: 24/04/05 - Last Updated: 24/04/05

Already a great mould with two great modes, and it's been reused very well here. The translation to Ravage is well done. While the black hides some of the details which come out better on Tracks, the shadowy look suits the character.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Ravage (G1,BW,BT)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1880 - Hits: 212
Complete?: Yes - Published: 19/03/05 - Last Updated: 19/03/05

This is all about Raven! Go Raven!

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Tech Spec
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 72 - Hits: 361
Complete?: Yes - Published: 14/01/04 - Last Updated: 14/01/04

The Binaltech History comes to an end.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1795 - Hits: 165
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/05/08 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

Chip Chase discovers a problem and is unable to reach the Autobots for help.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1083 - Hits: 145
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/05/08 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

The realism of the car mode and poseability of the robot mode are both excellent. Despite the change of car model and different chest, this is clearly Sideswipe in a new form. While this line is pricey, you get what you pay for in Sideswipe, even at the i

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Sideswipe (G1,G2,Alt,TFU)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1251 - Hits: 462
Complete?: Yes - Published: 11/01/04 - Last Updated: 11/01/04

After the shocking events following a viral infestation of the Matrix, Rusti struggles to piece together her shattered memory while Optimus is losing a battle against depression.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Optimus Prime (G1,G2,MW,RM,TFU, Transformers Movie 2007), Rusti Witwicky
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 12245 - Hits: 238
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/09/06 - Last Updated: 13/10/06

Shaken by Optimus Prime's neural crash, Rodimus launches his own investigation. A summit with the Quintesson complicates the situation while an inexplicable event disrupts Rusti's attempts to reacquaint with Cody.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Optimus Prime (G1,G2,MW,RM,TFU, Transformers Movie 2007), Rusti Witwicky
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 15720 - Hits: 220
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/09/06 - Last Updated: 20/10/06

Struggling through emotional distress, Rusti aids Cody and Autobot medics in their endeavor to create an anti-virus blocking chip. But terror strikes when she is brought face to face with the Virus itself.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Optimus Prime (G1,G2,MW,RM,TFU, Transformers Movie 2007), Rusti Witwicky
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 15933 - Hits: 210
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/09/06 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

The Quintessons are unwelcome guests to Ft Max, and they are not looking for peace. Rusti discovers links to Prime's illness but falls ill with her own symptoms. Optimus Prime goes missing and Rusti is caught up in the Quintesson's plot.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 13718 - Hits: 217
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/09/06 - Last Updated: 22/09/06

Optimus, Rusti and Cody endure horrors beyond belief inflicted by their Quintission captors. Moment by moment their lives slip away while Rodimus stuggles to track them down.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Optimus Prime (G1,G2,MW,RM,TFU, Transformers Movie 2007), Rusti Witwicky
Genre: Drama
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 14709 - Hits: 242
Complete?: Yes - Published: 22/09/06 - Last Updated: 13/10/06

Review of the Alternators figure.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: None
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 368 - Hits: 107
Complete?: Yes - Published: 01/05/08 - Last Updated: 01/05/08

The realism of the car mode and poseability of the robot mode are both excellent. The robot form, head mould and basic transformation scheme are Smokescreen, so it's a great update of the character.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Smokescreen (G1,Alt)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1541 - Hits: 343
Complete?: Yes - Published: 21/01/04 - Last Updated: 21/01/04

The realism of the car mode and poseability of the robot mode are both excellent. The robot form, colours, head mould and basic transformation scheme are Bluestreak, so it's a great update of the character, in a flawless toy.

Rated: G
Categories: Alternators and Binaltech
Characters: Bluestreak (G1)
Genre: Toy Review
Location: Library

Series: None
Chapters: 1
Wordcount: 1869 - Hits: 320
Complete?: Yes - Published: 31/03/04 - Last Updated: 31/03/04