Studio Series "Autobot Ratchet" is a Deluxe Class figure based on the engineering of the Dark of the Moon Deluxe mold. He changes from robot to licensed Hummer H2 and back in 18 steps, and includes a movie-inspired buzzsaw accessory that can store on his spare wheel in vehicle mode. He also comes with a cardboard backdrop display depicting the battle of Mission City. He can also use the gun accessory of the figure below.
Unfortunately, due to the grill being molded in soft plastic, some of the samples may come with the grills bent. Loose hips also appear to be a somewhat common issue with the mold. The roof rack hangs egregiously down his back in robot mode, limiting backwards leg movement. Willing customizers can cut the hanging part of the roof rack and reattach it to the top of the back/roof with little effect on transformation while improving looks and articulation.
Ratchet, along with the rest of Wave 1 Deluxes, was made available at Hasbro Toy Shop following New York Toy Fair 2018, two months ahead of the scheduled brick and mortar release date.
