Bumblebee (G1)/toys

2012-04-30T23:26:46Z

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[[Image:Bumblebeeg1toys.jpg|right|400px|thumb|Sure, just one Bumblebee's pretty nonthreatening. But get an army...]]
'''[[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]''' gots lots of toys!

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[Image:Bumblebeeg1toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|No, not Herbie.]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Mini Vehicle, 1984~1986)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''11''', '''C-56'''

: Bumblebee's original toy, released in 1984 and in Japan in 1985, originally hails from the ''[[Microman|Microchange]]'' series, transforming into a "penny-racer"-proportioned Volkswagen Beetle. He was available through the first three years of the ''Transformers'' series, the entire duration of the [[Mini Vehicle]] assortment, the only 1984 Mini Vehicle to do so. (This is also why he has two ID numbers in Japan; in 1986, the line switched from a single-series number listing to splitting it up between "C" (Cybertron/Autobot) and "D" (Destron/Decepticon) groupings.)

: 'Bee has a lot of minor variations. Throughout 1984 and 1985, Bumblebee was produced in both yellow and red (as was [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]]), a move meant to "make the line look bigger" according to former [[Hasbro]] R&D Vice President [[George Dunsay]].<ref name="dunsay">[http://www.tfarchive.com/fandom/interviews/george_dunsay/george_dunsay_interview.php Interview with George Dunsay at TFArchive.com]</ref> For his 1984 release, both color versions had an Autobot sigil on the roof/chest. In 1985, this was replaced by a [[rubsign]]. The rubsign remained on the 1986 release, though he was only released in yellow that year.

: Packaging-wise, there are several more variations. In 1984, the Mini Vehicles were packaged in vehicle mode. Come 1985, a picture of the toy in vehicle mode was added to the front of the card, and ''later'' the toys proper were packaged in robot mode. From this point on, the Mini Vehicles were also part of two different pack-in promotions; the [[Mini-spy|Mini-Spies]] and iron-on reflective patches.

: Bumblebee was released in a wide variety of colors in markets south of the border. In Mexico, both a blue version and a recently-discovered white version with a red face were released.

: This mold was later [[retool]]ed into a [[#Keychain|keychain version of Bumblebee]], as well as for a [[#TFCollection|''Transformers Collection'' multipack]] (see below).

: The original mold is also used by the [[Optimus (faction)|Optimus-faction]] [[Volks (G1)|Volks]]. Later [[retool]]ings of this mold were used to make [[Glyph (G1)#Toys|Glyph]] and [[Bug Bite (G1)#Toys|Bug Bite]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Generation 1 Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/mini_frame.php?art=whitemexbee White Mexican Bumblebee gallery at TF-1.com]''

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[[Image:G1toy_silver_volks.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Volks''' (Robocar, 1985)

:Bumblebee was released in Brazil by [[Estrela]] in 1985 as the Robocar "Volks", initially available in two color schemes: his original yellow and black, and slick-looking silver and black with a gold face, both decorated with a new thin tech-detailing sticker on their chests. Later, Estrela released red and orange versions of Volks sporting the new "[[Optimus (faction)|Optimus]]" faction insignia; given this new factional alignment, for the purposes of this wiki, the Optimus-aligned Volks is considered a [[Volks (G1)|separate character]] from Bumblebee. As such, whether the earlier yellow and silver Volks toys should be considered versions of Bumblebee or versions of this different character, could be debated endlessly.

::*''[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/mini_frame.php?art=silverbee More information on Silver Bumblebee/Volks at TF-1.com]''
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[[Image:AntexVolks.jpg|thumb|300px|]]
*'''Volks''' (Robocar, 1985)

:The aforementioned red and orange versions of Volks were released in Argentina by [[Antex]] in 1985; the toys' cardback depicts the original silver version as well, but it is believed this was merely photography of an Estrela toy, and that the silver figure was never sold in Argentina. As these releases of Volks lack the "Optimus" faction sticker, instead bearing the earlier thin tech-detail decal, the question can be again raised over whether or not they represent the Optimus-aligned Volks, or the original Bumblebee. Whatever the case, these versions have much higher availability on the secondary market over their Estrela predecessors.

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[[Image:Goldbugg1toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Older, squatter, faster.]]
*'''Goldbug''' (Throttlebot, 1987)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-97'''

: The [[Throttlebot]] Goldbug was released in 1987, and like the other Throttlebots, he has a pull-back motor and a simple transformation. The vehicle mode was not designed to look like a penny racer, as the original toy was, so its variation on the Volkswagen Beetle was much more realistically-proportioned. Though the other Throttlebots seem to have always been intended to be new characters, Goldbug's head was based directly on that of Bumblebee's original toy. Bumblebee was the second Transformer to be given a second toy (as both [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and Rodimus Prime had been released the year previous).

:This toy was reissued in Europe in 1991 as part of the [[Classics (Europe)|Classics]] reissues, along with the rest of the Throttlebots. The toy was [[Retool|retooled]] to remove the [[rubsign]] indent, the heat-sensitive decal proper replaced with a glossy-paper faction symbol.

: This toy could also represent the [[IDW Generation 1 continuity]] [[Goldbug (IDW)|Goldbug]], assuming he ever got an Earth mode.

::*''[http://tfu.info/1987/Autobot/Goldbug/goldbug.htm More information on Goldbug at TFU.info]''

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[[Image:G1toy pretender bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Pretender, 1989)
**''Accessories'': Pretender shell, helmet, large "sonic blaster" rifle, small "laser pistol"

: As part of the sixth year of Generation 1, Bumblebee was released as a "[[Classic Pretender]]", expanding the range of [[Pretender]]s toys. This version of Bumblebee is still a Volkswagen Beetle, once again more realistically proportioned, but now has what look like off-road tires. He came with a gun for his robot mode that could be mounted on his roof and another gun for his human shell. Oddly, the robot's head is modeled after [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper's]] toy head.

::*''[http://tfu.info/1989/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Pretender Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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*'''Bumblebee''' (Legends, 1989)
**''Accessories'': "Laser pistol"

: The inner robot to Pretender Classics Bumblebee was sold without the shell as a [[Kmart]] [[exclusive]] [[Legends (G1)|Legends]] figure, but with the inner-robot gun to his teammate [[Jazz (G1)/toys#G1Legend|Jazz]], who had Bumblebee's small gun in exchange.

::*''[http://tfu.info/1989/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Legends Bumblebee at TFU.info]'' (scroll down)

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[[Image:G1toy japanese legends giftset.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Hero Set''' (Multi-pack, 1989)
**''Accessories:'' "Laser pistol"

: In Japan, Legends Bumblebee was only available in a boxed "Hero Set" with the Legends versions of [[Jazz (G1)/toys#G1Legend|Jazz]], [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#G1Legend|Grimlock]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#G1Legend|Starscream]]. Bumblebee was identical to the Hasbro release.

: In Italy, [[GiG]] released their own version of the Hero Set, named "Set Commandos", instead of the Classic Pretender versions of the toys. Bumblebee was given the name "Saetta", which was originally the Italian name of [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]. The "Set Commandos" toys were identical to the Japanese "Hero Set" versions.

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[[Image:G1toy_action_master_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Action Master, 1990)
**''Accessories'': Heli-pack, "Astral Exploder Rifle"

: Part of the second wave of single-carded [[Action Master]] figures, Bumblebee is a non-transforming action figure that mixed cartoon model with toy-detail. He comes with his [[Heli-pack]] that transforms into a large "high-powered air rifle" with spring-loaded deploying barrel. Bumblebee and his Heli-pack are cross-compatible with any other Action Master figure, vehicle or accessory; plus the hole in his back is compatible with [[5mm post]]s.

: This release makes Bumblebee the only character to have a toy of ''some'' kind available during the entire original ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Transformers]]'' production run (from 1984-1990).

::*''[http://tfu.info/1990/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Action Master Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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[[Image:G1toy_bumblebee_keychain.jpg‎|right|thumb|300px]]
* '''Bumblebee''' (Keychain, 2001/2003/2007)

: Bumblebee was reissued as a keychain by [[Fun4All]] under license from [[Hasbro]] in the US in 2001. Along with having its rear bumper [[retool]]ed to accommodate the chain, the keychain form lacked the "Dunlop" text on the tires. The toy also returned to its original sticker set-up, doing away with the rubsign and restored the Autobot symbol on his chest. Hasbro made the figure available again in 2007, this time under the "[[Heroes of Cybertron]]" banner.

: In Japan, all four Mini-Bot keychains were released in Japan in 2003 as [[7-Eleven]] [[exclusive]]s. Each of the keychains also had black "[[Chase figure|chase]]" versions.

: This mold was also used to make [[Glyph (G1)#Toys|Glyph]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/BlackBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on the black keychain Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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===Generation 2===
[[Image:G2Bumblebee Minicar toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|A gold bug, but not Goldbug.]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Mini Vehicle, 1993)

: Bumblebee's first ''[[Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' toy was a [[redeco]] of his original toy, transforming into a "Penny Racer"-proportioned Volkswagen Beetle. However, this version has yellow chrome on the previously matte-yellow plastics. Thankfully, there seems to be few to no reports of chrome flaking on any of the ''Generation 2'' Mini Vehicles.

:The figure pictured here features a G1 Autobot [[Insignia]] on his chest/roof, but this is nonstandard. The figure as released featured a bare chest/roof. The only symbol on the figure is the G2 Autobot Insignia stamped on the bottom of his foot followed by the word Autobot.

::*''[http://tfu.info/1993/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Generation 2 Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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[[Image:G2toy_gobot_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Go-Bot, 1995)
**''Accessories'': Rifle

: Bumblebee's second release in the ''Generation 2'' line was as a recolor of the [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]] [[High Beam]], transforming into a concept race car with exposed rear engine. He features through-axle construction for incredibly fast zipping on flat, smooth surfaces, and is compatible with many tracks and playsets from ''Hot Wheels'' and ''Matchbox''.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Robots in Disguise (toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Crosswise (RID)#Toys|Crosswise]] and [[Nightracer]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/1995/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Go-Bots Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===Smallest Transforming Transformers===
[[Image:Smallest transforming bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumble''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF 04'''

: Not much more than an inch tall, ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' Bumblebee is a scaled-down version of his original toy, retaining the larger figure's transformation scheme but losing its rolling wheels by sheer necessity of size. Bumblebee was sold as part of the line's first wave, and like all the figures, came [[blindpacking|blindpacked]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Smallest Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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*'''Bumble (Red)''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF X-2'''

:Bumblebee also came in red! A red variant of the toy was one of two [[chase figure]]s sold in the first ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' wave.

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===Transformers Collection===
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[[Image:G1toy_reissue_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
* '''Minibot Team Set''' (6-pack, 2004)
** ''Japanese ID number'': '''12'''

: Bumblebee was again reissued in Japan as part of the ''[[Transformers Collection]]'' "bookbox" series in a six-toy multi-pack, with [[Huffer (G1)#Toys|Huffer]], [[Cosmos (G1)#Toys|Cosmos]], [[Gears (G1)#Toys|Gears]], [[Powerglide (G1)#Toys|Powerglide]] and [[Warpath (G1)#Toys|Warpath]]. This time around, Bumblebee was [[retool]]ed to have a new [[Show-accuracy|cartoon-accurate]] head. Additionally, this version of the figure gave Bumblebee both an Autobot symbol ''and'' a rubsign, keeping the former in its traditional placement on his chest, and relocating the rubsign to the back of his head, replacing the original tech-detailing sticker that had previously been there.

: The entire set was redecoed to make the [[GoBots (G1)|"G1 GoBots"]] set; this version of Bumblebee became [[Bug Bite (G1)#Toys|Bug Bite]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/ReBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Transformers Collection Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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===Alternators===
[[Image:AlternatorsBumblebeeDesign.jpg|thumb|300px|]]

: One of the earliest proposals in the ''[[Alternators|Alternators/Binaltech]]'' line was for Bumblebee as a Volkswagen New Beetle, with [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] as the redeco. Unfortunately, VW evidently did not want to be associated with "war toys", and therefore the design never made it past the control drawing stage. Control drawings for both Bumblebee and Cliffjumper have been published in the Japanese ''[[The Transformers: Binaltech & TF Collection Complete Guide]]'' book. The design did, however, end up appearing fictionally as Bumblebee's form in the ''[[Descent into Evil]]'' comic.
 
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===Titanium Series===
[[Image:Titanium_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*''' ''War Within'' Bumblebee''' (Cybertron Hero, unreleased)
**''Accessories:'' Unknown, likely display stand

:Prior to the line's cancellation, a 6-inch resin copy depicting a transformable Bumblebee was seen at [[BotCon 2006]]. His alternate mode was the saucer-like car seen the Dreamwave's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'' (which was itself based on the first cartoon appearance of Bumblebee). An alternate head of Cliffjumper was seen as well, indicating a retool. Unfortunately these never made it into production.
 
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===Classics===
[[Image:Bumblebeeclassicstoy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Flight-enhancement buddy #2]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Deluxe, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Wave Crusher trailer/backpack

: The Deluxe ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' Bumblebee transforms into a yellow hatchback sports car (labeled as a "cruiser" on the package) that's basically Hasbro's typical cross between several existing car models: The general shape of the car is based on a heavily customized one-of-a-kind 1992-1995 [[Wikipedia:Honda Civic (fifth generation)|fifth generation Honda Civic hatchback]] with lots of aftermarket "ricer" add-ons (such as a large front bumper, large fenders and a large rear wing).<ref name="ricercivic">[http://www.tuningfever.fr/fr/pics/gal-1596-stephan/pic-33883-honda-civic.php Photos of a "ricer" 1992-1995 Honda Civic], photos taken from an eBay auction posted before September 2005.</ref> The front section takes some design cues from various models of the [[Wikipedia:Subaru Impreza WRX|Subaru Impreza WRX]], namely the hood vent present on all models, the front grille of the 2004-05 WRX and the headlights and the midsection of the front bumper from the 2006-07 WRX STi.<ref name="wrxsti06">[http://www.insideline.com/subaru/impreza-wrx/2006/first-drive-2006-subaru-impreza-wrx-and-wrx-sti.html 2006-2007 Subaru WRX STi], officially unveiled in September 2005.</ref> The shape of the rear fenders is also vaguely inspired by the [[Wikipedia:Volkswagen New Beetle|Volkswagen New Beetle]].

: Bumblebee comes with a single accessory, a jet ski called "[[Wave Crusher]]" on a trailer. This is a bit similar than his Action Master toy's transforming heli-pack. His robot mode is designed to look like a typical teenager, dressed in a hoodie with pockets and wearing big chunky trainers<ref>[http://pingmag.jp/2007/06/29/transformers/ Interview] with [[Alex Kubalsky]]</ref>. He is articulated with ball joints at the head, shoulders, elbows, hips, and has hinge knees. Wave Crusher converts into a jet pack that mounts onto his back.

: Later versions [[retool]]ed the area the [[rubsign]] rests on to be larger.

: This retooled version of this mold was also used to make ''Classics'' [[Bug Bite (G1)|Bug Bite]] and [[Cliffjumper (G1)#Classics|Cliffjumper]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Classics Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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[[Image:Classics LegendsBumblebee toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Hot Bee? Bumbleshot?]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Legends, 2007)

: This ''[[Classics (2006)|Classics]]'' Bumblebee toy is a redeco of ''[[Legends Class|Legends of Cybertron]]'' [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#CyLOC|Hot Shot]], transforming into a modified Chrysler ME Four Twelve concept car. In either mode he has flip-out "wings". We have gone full circle.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Universe (2008)|Red Alert]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ClassicsLegendsBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Classic Legends Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===Transformers (2007)===
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[[Image:Movietoy_legacyofbumblebee_classic.jpg‎|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Legacy of Bumblebee''' (Deluxe class multi-pack, 2008)
**''Accessories:'' Wave Crusher trailer/backpack

:A [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] three pack, the ''Legacy of Bumblebee'' collector's set comes with [[#Classics|''Classics'']], [[Premium Series]] [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Premium|live-action movie]], and ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bumblebee (Animated)#Toys|Bumblebee]] figures. While the ''Movie'' and ''Animated'' Bumblebees are identical to their original, single carded releases, the ''Classics'' Bumblebee has been redecoed to more closely resemble his ''Movie'' and ''Animated'' counterparts, changing his white stripes to black, and his grey/silver plastic to yellow, similarly to ''Henkei! Henkei!'' Bumble (see immediately below).

:This three-pack was available in ''Movie'' style packaging.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/WMClassicBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Legacy Classics Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[Image:Henkei Bumble toy.jpg|right|300px|thumb|The difference is mind blowing.]]
*'''Bumble''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-03'''
**''Accessories:'' Wave Crusher trailer/backpack

:''[[Henkei! Henkei! (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' Bumblebee is a redeco of [[#Classics|''Classics'' Bumblebee.]] Bumblebee swaps some of his black plastic for dark gray, and his light gray plastic for yellow. His yellow plastic is almost entirely covered in yellow paint to deal with the common problem of yellow plastic being near-translucent against darker plastics and the inconsistency between bare plastic parts and painted clear parts. His eyes are painted blue despite being molded in translucent plastic. As with all ''Henkei'' toys, he lacks the ''Classics'' heat-sensitive rubsign, but has some [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] parts: his hood-mounted scoop and his spoiler.

: This mold was also used to make ''Classics'' [[Bug Bite (G1)|Bug Bite]] and [[Cliffjumper (G1)#Classics|Cliffjumper]].

::*''[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/henkei/bumblebee/1445/ Henkei! Bumblebee gallery at Seibertron.com]''

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===Encore===
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[[Image:G1toy_encore_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
* '''Bumble & Minibots''' (5-pack, 2008)
** ''Japanese ID number'': '''10'''

: The ''[[Encore|Transformers Encore]]'' series released a package of Mini Vehicles similar to the 2004 package; this time Bumblebee was bundled with [[Outback (G1)#Toys|Outback]], [[Pipes (G1)#Toys|Pipes]], [[Swerve (G1)#Toys|Swerve]], and [[Tailgate (G1)#Toys|Tailgate]]. ''Encore'' Bumblebee re-uses the show-accurate head mold from the ''Transformers Collection'' release, and now sports several additional paint applications: his eyes are blue, his headlights are white, his brake lights are red, and his bumpers are silver.
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===Universe (2008)===
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*'''Bumblebee''' (Legends, 2008)

:''[[Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Legends class Bumblebee has a vehicle mode that is something of an amalgamation of the vehicle forms recent Bumblebees have adopted. While he forms a modern hatchback like the ''Classics'' Bumblebee and ''Animated'' Bumblebee toys, the more aggressive design with large flared wheel arches, and small windows evoke the look of the [[Transformers (2007)|live-action movie]] version of [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]]. He transforms similarly to, but not exactly as, his [[#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].

:This mold was redecoed into ''Henkei! Henkei!'' [[Cliffjumper (G1)#Henkei! Henkei!|Cliffjumper]], [[#Transformers (2010)|''Transformers'' "Gold Bumblebee"]], and ''[[Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Bumblebee]] from the Bumblebee/Starscream [[Cyberverse]] four-pack.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TFUBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Universe Legends Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===Alternity===
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*'''Bumble''' (2009)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''A-03'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 "chrono-venom stinger guns"

:''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' Bumble transforms into a licensed 1:32 scale Suzuki Swift featuring die-cast metal parts and rubber tires, as well as an opening hood, trunk and doors. In robot mode, the figure can hold twin pistols that are normally stored in the legs, and features light-piped eyes.

:Bumblebee was [[retool]]ed to make ''Alternity'' [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2009/Cybertron/Bumble/bumble.htm more information on Alternity Bumble at TFU.info]''
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[[Image:Alternity_Gold_Bug.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Suzuki Swift Sport / Gold Bug [Throttle Gold]''' (2011/2012)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''A-03G'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 guns

:''Alternity'' Gold Bug is a redeco of the above mold. He features an extensive glittery metallic gold paint scheme for his vehicle parts and knee panels, and has blue arms, hands, legs, and head. He comes packaged in a box that is similar to the one used by ''Alternity'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Alternity|Ultra Magnus]].
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===Transformers (2010)===
[[Image:TF2010-toy_Legends_Gold_Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|right|300px|I feel like a Gold... Bumblebee!]]
*'''Gold Bumblebee''' (Legends, 2011)

:[[#Goldbug|Goldbug]] was [[renaming|renamed]] Gold Bumblebee for this redeco of [[#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' Legends class Bumblebee]]. As part of the "[[Reveal the Shield]]" promotion, he sports a [[rubsign]].

:The [[prototype|sample]] used for Hasbro's official [[stock photography|stock photos]] sported unpainted gold legs, but the final toy has the legs painted over in blue. So far, no gold-legged samples have been found in the wild. Conversely, the vehicle mode stock photo on the back of his packaging implies that the ''entire'' leg pieces (or at least his ankle joints) have been painted blue, as there are two very obvious blue patches on his hood.

: This mold was also used to make ''Henkei! Henkei!'' [[Cliffjumper (G1)#Henkei! Henkei!|Cliffjumper]] and ''Dark of the Moon'' Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Bumblebee]] from the Bumblebee/Starscream Cyberverse four-pack.
::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSLegGoldBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Gold Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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[[Image:TF2010-toy_Deluxe_Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Deluxe, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' Wave Crusher trailer/backpack

:This Bumblebee is a redeco of ''Classics'' deluxe class Bumblebee in a [[Bumblebee (Movie)|live-action movie-inspired]] paint scheme. Like Gold Bumblebee, it features a rubsign.
::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/RTSBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on 2010 Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===United===
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*'''Bumblebee Cybertron Mode''' (Deluxe, [[December 25|12-15]]-2010)
**''ID number'': '''UN02'''
**''Accessories'': "Energy gun"

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' product, Bumblebee is a [[redeco]] of the [[Bumblebee (Prime)#Toys|''War for Cybertron'' Bumblebee toy]], transforming into a "Cybertronian courier." He comes with a handgun and features two wrist-mounted flip-out blades. The handgun can be stored inside his rear bumper in either robot or vehicle mode.

:TakaraTomy's release features an extensive metallic paint job on the car mode panels as well as some of the robot's parts (such as the head and forearms). In addition to some painted detail differences from the Hasbro release, United Bumblebee features a lighter gray as well as a brighter pink than the Hasbro version.

: This mold was also used to make [[Cliffjumper (Prime)#Toys|''War For Cybertron'' Cliffjumper]] and [[Cliffjumper (G1)#United|''United'' Cliffjumper Cybertron Mode]].

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[[Image:Unitedtoy_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bumblebling.]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Deluxe, [[December 25|12-25]]-2010)
**''ID number:'' '''UN07'''
**''Accessories:'' Wave Crusher trailer/backpack

:Another redeco of the ''Classics'' Deluxe toy, ''United'' Bumblebee is painted mainly in chromed golden yellow with silver bumpers. He was sold alongside his Cybertron Mode (see above) in the first assortment of ''United'' product.

:While very similar in appearance, this version of Bumblebee is cast in a lighter yellow plastic than the Henkei release, with most of his car mode parts (along with his robot mode head and forearms) painted over in gold. As noted above, he also features a silver front bumper and other painted details different from his previous TakaraTomy release.

:Unfortunately, because he is packaged in robot mode and his vehicle shell is entirely coated in paint, quite a number of Bumblebees have the gold paint between their jointed leg/hood panels and feet scratched off ''out of the box'', resulting in ugly scored lines on the hood in vehicle mode.
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal Toy===
[[Image:1985 happymeal bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (1985)

:Non-poseable, non-transforming figurines of Bumblebee and three of his Mini-Vehicle chums (Cliffjumper, [[Gears (G1)|Gears]] and [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]]) comprised the very first line of Transformers [[List of Transformers restaurant promotions|Happy Meal toys]], but alas, the figures did not see a full release, and were only test-marketed in St. Louis, Missouri. The two-tone figures were available in a variety of colour variations, with at least six different combinations for each of the four characters: Bumblebee is known to have been available in blue and red, red and black, green and black, blue and black, black and yellow, and black and red... yet not his traditional yellow and black!

::*''[http://tfwiki.net/~fortmax/artifacts/featuredart3.html More information on Happy Meal Bumblebee at the TF Artifacts List]''
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===Transformers Milk Caramel===
[[Image:Caramel_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Bumble''' (1985)
:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''— of Bumblebee was released as part of the first wave of [[Kabaya]]'s earliest [[candy toy]] line, ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]''. Based more on his toy than his animation model, Bumblebee came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in various colours, including white, blue, sky blue, yellow, green and orange.

===Transformers Choco===

*'''Bumble''' (1985)
:A small solid-color, transforming snap-together model kit of Bumblebee was released as part of Kabaya's ''[[Transformers Choco]]'' line of candy toys.
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===Decoy===
[[Image:Decoy_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 9''' (multi-pack, 1986)
*'''Defeat Dinosaurer Strategy Game''' (board game, 1986)
:Bumblebee was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Bumblebee was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Bumblebee was available as part of a nine-piece box set of Autobot figures, as a playing piece in the Defeat Dinosauruer Strategy Game and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

*'''Bumblebee''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''26'''

: The Bumblebee figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number (26, in Bumblebee's case). Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Decoy Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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===Super Collection Figure===
[[Image:SCF-Bumblebee-Spike.JPG|right|thumb|"ACT NATURAL."]]
*'''Bumble and Spike''' (2001)
**''Japanese ID Number:'' '''5''' (painted), '''6''' (clear)

:A 3-inch PVC of Bumblebee with his best human friend [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]] was released in the third wave of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Super Collection Figure]]'' series. The figure was available in both full color and clear plastic versions, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelve blindpacked figures.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/HoCBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Super Collection Figure Bumble at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/ClearBumble/bumble.htm More information on clear Super Collection Figure Bumble at TFU.info]''

===Heroes of Cybertron===

*'''Autobot Espionage Team''' (2003)

:The Bumblebee and Spike figurines were later sold as part of [[Hasbro]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'' line, but since Hasbro didn't have the trademark on Bumblebee's name at the time, the set was simply collectively named the "Autobot Espionage Team". The pair were sold on a blister card and packaged with a character card and the right leg of the wave's collectable [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] "build-a-figure".

::*''[http://tfu.info/2002/Autobot/HoCBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Heroes of Cybertron Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

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===MyClone===
[[Image:MyClone Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|Oh wow they managed to let the kid friendly character look like a fat, grumpy old man.]]
*'''Bumble''' (2003)
** ''Japanese ID number:'' '''MTF010'''
** ''Accessories:'' Yellow display stand

:Released in the second wave of the ''[[MyClone]]'' line of Transformers PVC figures, this [[super deformed]] Bumblebee comes with a hexagonal yellow display stand, which can link up with the identical stands included with other MyClone figures. His modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any other MyClone figure.
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===Q-Robo Collection===
[[Image:Qrobo bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Bumble''' (2003)

:A super-deformed PVC of Bumblebee was released as part of the''[[Q-Robo Collection]]''. Like all the figures in the series, it was sold blindpacked in a plastic capsule, featured articulation in the neck and shoulders, and was also available in a translucent red color scheme.

::*''[http://snakas.web.infoseek.co.jp/figure/q_robo1.htm More information on the Q-Robo Collection at Autobase Aichi]''
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===Generation 1 Figure-Collection===

[[Image:Bottlecap_bumblebee.JPG|right|thumb|]]

*'''Bumble''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-4'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:At only one inch in height, this Bumblebee "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's Transformers [[Generation 1 Figure-Collection]]. The figure was rendered in a "retro" black and white color scheme, and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.
::*''[http://snakas.web.infoseek.co.jp/misc_item/kabaya_bottle.htm More information on the Generation 1 collection at Autobase Aichi]''
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===History Collection===

[[Image:History_collection_bbee.jpg|right|thumb]]

*'''Bumble''' (2004)
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:Takara produced this PVC figurine of Bumblebee as part of their [[History Collection]] set. Despite its diminutive size, this two-piece full-color figure features articulated shoulders.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/act234/ More information on the History Collection at TFKenkon.com]''
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===Hard Hero===
[[Image:Hardhero_bumblebees.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (mini-statue, 2004)

:Standing at seven inches tall, [[Hard Hero]]'s Bumblebee cold cast porcelain mini-statue was limited to 1500 pieces and could link up with the company's previous [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise|Optimus Prime statue]] to form a small diorama. Notionally, he was supposed to be the "first in the Minibot series", though no more Minibot statues were produced.
 
*'''Bumblebee''' (metallic chrome exclusive, 2004)

:A metallic golden chrome version of Hard Hero's Bumblebee statue, in homage to the original toy's Generation 2 chrome redeco, was offered as an exclusive by Coalition Comics in December 2004, limited to only 250 pieces.
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===Gummy Candy===
[[Image:ClassicsGummies.jpg|right|thumb|He's Bumblelicious!]]
*'''Transformers Gummy Candy''' (2006)

:Large [[Transformers Gummy Candy|gummy candies]] resembling his ''Classics'' toy packaged in a blister bubble.

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===Titanium Series===
[[Image:TitaniumRM-Bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|22 years and five Robot Points later, he finally gets a gun. Revenge time!]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Robot Master, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Gun, display stand

:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Bumblebee is a small, 3-inch mostly-die-cast-metal statue of the little guy in a design that's surprisingly close to the original toy, with two wheels on each arm, a plate behind his head and sculpted details on his legs that are also based on the original toy. The only part where the cartoon model is given a preference is the head, including the face.

:''Titanium'' Bumblebee has joints at the waist, neck and shoulders, plus a removable pistol. He even comes with a little Autobot-sigil display base.

:This sculpt would've been used to make [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]], but the ''Titanium'' line was canceled before that figure could be released.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Titanium Bumblebee at TFU.info]''

*'''Optimus Prime & Bumblebee''' (2-pack, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Gun, display stand

: A Toys 'R' Us [[exclusive]] two-pack, this set features "Supermetal Finish" (read: shiny) versions of the "Robot Master" ''Titaniums'' Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.

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===Palisades===
[[Image:Palisades_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (mini-statue, 2006)

:Initially intended to be an exclusive for [[BotCon 2005]], [[Palisades Toys]]' 4" Bumblebee mini-statue fell victim to a scheduling conflict and was instead released exclusively by NonStop Toys in 2006. One of the last four statues to come out of the Palisades Transformers range, Bumblebee was limited to 1000 pieces.
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===Diamond Select===
[[Image:Art_asylum_bumblebees.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (statue, 2007)

:This six-inch tall mini-bust of Bumblebee was sculpted by [[Art Asylum]] and limited to 1000 pieces.
 
*'''Bumblebee Roto-Bank''' (money bank, 2009)

:Art Asylum also produced a Bumblebee money bank, equipped with poseable, rotating arms and head.
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===Robot Heroes===
[[Image:G1 RobotHeroes BumblebeeVsSoundwave.jpg|right|300px|thumb|I wiw punch Soundwave into obwivion.]]
*'''Bumblebee & Soundwave''' (2007)

: ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Bumblebee is another piece of absolute adorableness. A soft-plastic figurine that combines the cartoon and toy elements of the original Bumblebee with a "super-deformed" style, he is jointed at the neck and shoulders. He came in a two-pack with [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]].

: This mold was also used to make ''Robot Heroes'' Cliffjumper, of course.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHBumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Robot Heroes Bumblebee at TFU.info]''
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===Transformers (2007)===
[[Image:Mov2007-toy Slumblebee.JPG|right|300px|thumb|]]
*'''Slumblebee''' (2007)

: Slumblebee is, as his name suggests, a plush Bumblebee toy based on his original [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] form. Obviously he has no problems with articulation and passes the drop test with flying colors. You can transform him into his car mode (which is totally '''''not''''' a Beetle, as far as Volkswagen can prove) by turning him inside out. Truly he is a new zenith of cuteness.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Slumblebee/bumblebee.htm More information on Slumblebee at TFU.info]''
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===3D Battle-Card Game===
[[Image:3DBattleCard ClassicBumblebee.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Classic Bumblebee''' (2007)

: A 22-point character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, "Classic" Bumblebee "transforms" into a yellow sports coupe, based on his ''Classics'' design. He uses the same parts layout as [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Side Swipe]] and [[Blackjack]].

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===Boss Coffee===
[[Image:Boss_coffee_bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Bumble''' (2008)

:A non-transforming PVC figure of Bumblebee was released as part of a promotion by [[Boss Coffee]]. The small figure was randomly included with single cans of the company's "Rainbow Mountain Blend" coffee, contained in a plastic capsule affixed to the top of can which then became a display base for the figurine once removed. Bumblebee features articulation at the shoulders and waist, and came with a small catalog leaflet that could be folded up and attached to the lid/base to form a diorama background for added display value.
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===Attacktix===
[[Image:AttacktixBumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|Well, if people are gonna keep drawing him carrying gigantic guns....]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (Booster, 200?)
**''Attacktix ID number'': '''TF06'''

: Part of the second-series ''Transformers [[Attacktix]]'' Boosters, Bumblebee is a "Rare" 10-point "Specialist" that fires a standard missile. His Special Power, "Infiltrate" allows Bumblebee, after being defeated and turning up white, to be placed anywhere on the opponents starting line. He also has an always-active power that lets him take a free turn if he defeats another "Specialist"-ranked piece with a higher point value than his own. Holy schneikies, he's a ''monster'' on the board.

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===Universe (2008)===
[[Image:TFU08-toy_BumblebeeSuperSoaker.jpg|thumb|right|Electric charger not included!]]
*'''Bumblebee Super Soaker''' (2009)

: The Bumblebee [[wikipedia:Super_Soaker|Super Soaker]] is a yellow and black redeco of Hasbro's earlier "Sneak Attack 4-Way" water gun. The gun has several nozzle settings that allow it to fire a stream or fan of water straight forward, or streams in four other directions to surprise people and "soak 'em sideways".

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===Mighty Muggs===
[[Image:MightyMuggs_Bumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|Tubby lil' muggy all stuffed with <strike>fluff</strike> energon.]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (2009)

: [[Mighty Muggs]] Bumblebee is a [[super-deformed]], non-transformable PVC figure with swiveling arms and head. His mold is different from the standard template used by most ''Transformers'' Muggs, as it is extra short and has Bumblebee's trademark "horns". On the other hand, he doesn't come with any weapons.

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===Transformers Wacky Wobblers===
[[Image:WackyWobblers_G1Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|right|]]
*'''Bumblebee''' (2009)

: This Bumblebee [[wikipedia:Bobblehead|bobblehead]] is part of the popular ''[[Wacky Wobblers]]'' line produced by [[wikipedia:Funko|Funko]]. Aside from the standard-issue big wobbling head, he also features arms that swivel at the shoulders. Bumblebee is affixed to a base with his name on it.
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==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.tf-1.com/articles/mini_frame.php?art=whitemexbee White Mexican Bumblebee gallery at TF-1.com]

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