Autobots

Thanks to Transformers the Show on Twitter we now have what appear to be the first images of Studio Series 86 Core Class Ratchet!  Based on the character's appearance in the 1986 animated movie, the figure joints other G1 based Core Class figures such as Optimus Prime and Hot Rod.  Keep in mind that this has not been officially revealed by Hasbro so take this news with a grain of salt.  For now, enjoy the images below!

Kup is a veteran of countless battles and has lived to tell the tale, and tell it he will!  Kup loves sharing war stories much to the delight of the Dinobots.  Check out my review and gallery of Studio Series Kup!

General Information
Release Date: 1997
Price Point: $9.99
Retailer: Kay Bee Toys Exclusive
Accessories: Cannons x 2

With the success of "Beast Wars", Kay Bee Toys commissioned a small line of exclusive Transformers based on vehicles. Using a mix of previously unreleased sculpts and former European exclusive figures, "Machine Wars" was born.

Announced earlier today, Shattered Glass Slicer has now gone up for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse!  The figure is available to pre-order now for Pulse Premium members and then for everyone at 2PM.  Check out the official product info and images below:

General Information:
Retailer: Europe, New Zealand, Australia
Price: Approximately $8-10 in US funds
Accessories: Guns x 2

General Information
Retailer: Unreleased
Price: N/A
Accessories: Blaster
Intended release date: 1995-96

Generation 2 comes to a close with the introduction of the highly articulated Cyberjets and the Go-Bots, Hot Wheels sized vehicles that transform. Several old characters receive new forms including Jetfire, Optimus Prime and Frenzy.