Construct-Bots
Construct-Bots is a line of Transformers-themed building toys with interchangeable parts, somewhat similar to Kre-O. In contrast to Kre-O's brick-based kits, however, Construct-Bots are action figures with a wider range of articulation that can be changed between modes without being disassembled.
Construct-Bots were announced in early 2013 in advance of Toy Fair, and began hitting store shelves later that year. They had a substantial presence at Botcon 2013, featuring prominently in the Hasbro presentation with much of the line on display, both in stock and custom configurations.
Construct-Bots packaging features the pseudo-motto "Construct Convert Customize", highlighting the key features of the line.
- Construct - Construct-Bots toys are built by attaching body parts, armor pieces, accessories, weapons, joint pieces, and even faction symbols to a modular skeleton. The sets are assembled using three types of joints: rubberized ball joints, 5mm pegs and sockets, and ratcheting clips.
- Convert - Construct-Bots can be transformed from robot mode to an alternative (e.g., vehicle, animal, etc.) mode. Unlike brick-built Kre-O robots, Construct-bots can be transformed with minimal, if any, reassembly. This reassembly is generally limited to repositioning accessories and weapons using the ratcheting clips or 5mm pegs. Transformations are generally comparable to those of the inner robots of Pretender toys with various hinged body panels being rearranged to enhance the alternative mode.
- Customize - A multitude of extra 5 mm pegs, sockets, and bars for the ratcheting clips are provided by the modular skeleton and the various other parts. A single Construct-Bots set can be customized by rearranging the skeleton or rearranging armor parts and accessories (such as by moving wing pieces from the arms to the legs). A Construct-Bots set may be further customized by including or substituting pieces from other sets.
It is not clear yet what, if any, continuity they fit into. Several characters resemble their Generation 1 namesakes; others take their cues from Transformers: Prime.
Sets
Scout
Wave 1
Wave 2
Future waves
Elite
Elite and higher price-point sets come packaged in a reusable plastic storage tray. Wave 1
Wave 2
Future waves
Triple-Changer
Wave 1
Ultimate
Wave 1
Store exclusives
Target exclusives
- Part of the Beast Hunters: Predacons Rising subline imprint, he was sold at the Triple-Changer price point as the lone Construct-Bot release in the store exclusive line.
Media
Videos
A series of videos have been released on Hasbro's Construct-Bots website and on YouTube, featuring the Construct-Bots.
Games
Notes
- The Construct-Bots ball and socket joint is the same size as those used in the brick-built Kre-O sets, allowing for even crazier creations.
- Many of the 5mm posts are hollow and compatible with Mini-Con Powerlinx ports, allowing for even MORE crazier creations.
