In terms of construction, aesthetics, and finish this is a beautiful piece. In terms of functionality, it's average. The gas-pump styling results in a cramped handle space, especially for adults. But, the rod mode is passably scaled for a toku melee weapon. Some don't like that none of the Go-Onger role-play items have electronics, but I personally see it as a commitment to the gimmick at play. The Engine's souls power their weapons, and their changers are used to communicate with them via holograms (in the series; collectors have to settle for sounds). It matches the logic of the show.
As with the Highway Buster, the main reason to buy this is the Engine Soul. It's Bus-On's. He's pretty cool.
2½ Bouts of Rage That Will Wait For No One out of 5
RPM's version was altered pretty heavily. The tip of the gun was of course changed to orange, and instead of extending like the original, it acts like a telescoping lightsaber. The entirety of the rod portion is orange. I believe their flat, electronics-less Engine Cells could be inserted from the back, instead of into a flip-out tray like with the Mantan Gun itself.
The inner lever of the handle was removed, making it more agreeable to larger hands, as well. I can't recall ever placing the Kyouryuu Disc on my Mantan Gun, but I imagine it would sit in place just fine. Don't expect it to lock on.
As with the Highway Buster, the main reason to buy this is the Engine Soul. It's Bus-On's. He's pretty cool.
2½ Bouts of Rage That Will Wait For No One out of 5
RPM's version was altered pretty heavily. The tip of the gun was of course changed to orange, and instead of extending like the original, it acts like a telescoping lightsaber. The entirety of the rod portion is orange. I believe their flat, electronics-less Engine Cells could be inserted from the back, instead of into a flip-out tray like with the Mantan Gun itself.
The inner lever of the handle was removed, making it more agreeable to larger hands, as well. I can't recall ever placing the Kyouryuu Disc on my Mantan Gun, but I imagine it would sit in place just fine. Don't expect it to lock on.
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