Hi guys, just ordered the 1/60 VF-1S Yamato Valkyrie but the one I ordered is not the one with the Super & Strike parts.... im kinda a noob when it comes to Yamato toys, so i do want to know is there any difference between the 1/60 VF-1S and the VF-1S with the Super Strike parts? in terms of the actual Valkyrie mold, quality and specific QC issues?

Thanks bro needed the info.... somehow its a bit confusing when it comes to Yamato; i owned a Bandai "chunky monkey valkyrie once, haha.

Guys, will the Bandai VF-25 Ozma version comes with the super pack? or just the valkyrie? hope they'd follow Yamato's new 1:60 package

Finally it's mine!!!! BEAUTIFUL & STURDY stuff!

Agree that the 1/60 scale is kinda small for a collectible (as a toy, its a GREAT size ).. Even smaller in fighter mode compared to MP06 Skywarp (which is of the same scale). But in robot mode both are scaled nicely

hmm, its been years since Bandai came up with Macross stuff. kinda nervous to pre-order the VF-25. probably will wait for a review first..

Agree, bro. The 1/60 VF-1S is the right size as a toy. Same size and scale to MP06 Skywarp, and IMHO, much worth getting than the 1/48 scale (the 1/48 is Impressive, but kinda pricey even without FAST pack, and has some issues)..

comparison pic with some MP TFs and Alternators,


Comparison with same scale MP06 in robot mode


in fighter mode, the VF-1S is shorter, but again, to scale with real life size.

Love it to bits!!!!

hmm, why is the 1/60 YF-21 SO BL**DY EXPENSIVE?!

The 1/60 valks are in scale with MP seekers (also 1/60) ..I am SOOO glad i waited for Yamato's 1/60 ver2, and didnt buy the 1/48 last time judging from pics in the net, i'd say 1/48 would be as tall as MP01..

The toys are scaled based on their real size in anime.... according to the specs, here: Macross Mecha Manual, the VF-1 valks are one of the smallest of the valks, even shorter than our real F-15 Eagle.. doesnt look good when compared to other 1/60 valk toys that are bigger, but hey, we cant fight with official specs! hehe

Hm, AFAIK, the term Masterpiece only applies to Toynami Masterpiece Collection series, which features toys under the Robotech name. Toynami's 1/55 MPC VF-1S is very much like the old Bandai 1/55 chunky monkey, but more streamlined. Still, the only thing nice about Toynami's was the book-style packaging (seriously!) not worth getting, IMO.

Yamato's new 1/60 (or version 2 perfect transformation) has several improvements over the 1/48 perfect transformation.... these are some that im aware of:
1. no openable radome/nose cone (good since it means less parts to look out for).
2. very sturdy backpack locking mechanism.
3. lots of tabs/lock to keep all 3 modes in tighter and sturdier forms.
4. Better proportion in all 3 modes (in fighter mode the nose is just the nice lenght, in battroid mode the chest plate is not as wide as the 1/48's)
5. Also, in Battroid mode, the cockpit actually slides in a bit just like the 1/60 VF-0S so that the nosecone is placed higher in Battroid mode, giving it a better look and proportion.
6. Elbow can now bend more that 90 degrees, compared to the 1/48's.
7. The head is one smooth sculpt, unlike the 1/48's where a seam is visible across the middle of the face.
8. better hands proportion.
9. gunpod does not have the rubber sling.
10. the feet thrusters nozzles are not split when you split the leg thrusters, unlike the 1/48s.
11. When it comes to the FAST packs, the new 1/60 packs that attaches to the backpack are connected by a bar that actually makes the attachement sturdier and less dependent on the fighter's backpack, unlike the 1/48's where the boosters are two separate pieces and rely on the backpack for attachment and thus adding load to the backpack.

Overall, i'd say the 1/60 ver2 perfect transformation is a much improved toy compared to the 1/48. Its both a toy AND collectible, due to its sturdier and more robust feel. Only downside for me is that with the 1/60 scale, the VF-1 would be smaller than other 1/60 valks (the YF-19, YF-21 and VF-0S). However, check out and compare the cockpit sizes for all of them and the 1/60 VF-1S is definitely in proportion

the 1/48 VF-1S may be of the same lenght and size to the other 1/60 YF-19 and VF-0S valks, but its cockpit is wayyyy too big

This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 21 2008, 11:44 AM

I actually like the 1/48, the size alone makes it the most impressive display piece! but as a toy it does suffer, not for ppl like me who plays around with his/her collection, haha!

on another note, seems like Yamato is goin all out with the 1/60 ver2.. its very unlikely for us to see new 1/48 valks..

side note: this is probably one of the first few toys/collectible i have that states "for ages 15 & up" on the box, haha!

This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 21 2008, 01:07 PM

which one do you have bro? the 1/48 or 1/60?

i had the 1/48, but i sold it already because of the newer 1/60 which is more playable choosing between these two scales would depend on these factors i suppose:
1. Price/Value ratio (value is subjective here; depends on whether u r a display-only collector, display-play collector, or just play collector)
2. Scale (the 1/48 is truly IMPRESSIVE when displayed, especially with the TF Takara Masterpieces (not including the 1/60 seekers) but too big to 'swoosh' around with, haha)
3. QC Issues....
4. are you a completist?

so far the VF-1A 1/60 ver2 has minor improvements over the VF-1S 1/60, according to CollectionDX. seems like Yamato perfected their designs with this new 1/60s.

hmm, where's the Zentraedi love, yamato? hope there'd be some 1/60 Regults on the horizon

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Added on September 21, 2008, 4:26 pmApparently yes i've read in some reviews that these newer 1/60 valks mold are designed as a two-seater in the beginning. scans of pics of the VF-1D already appeared in some magazines

news link here: SG Collect

a small pic scan here:


This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 21 2008, 04:46 PM

Haha, we are the 'swooshers'

Interesting... all three modes look GORGEOUS but if i may be excused of being nitpicky, seems that the landing gears are kinda thick (proportion-wise). Reminds me of the old Takatoku/Bandai chunky monkey 1/55 scale valks.. hope the landing gears would be more in-proportion/streamlined for the Chogokin 1/60 toy

Hm, I'm really hoping Bandai would make a 1/60 VF-25 that can rival Yamato's.... Looks like they are doing great so far, but just like the 1/72 snap kit, this one also seems to suffer from the "chunky" landing gear

Having owned a 1/55 Bandai VF-1A before, i'm scared of the chunky VF-25's landing gears. Hopefully the final product would look better

Update: Been watching M:Frontier episode 14 and you can clearly see the size of Ozma's VF-25 front landing gear. Happy to note that it IS chunky, just like the 1/60's toy... at least it's anime-accurate there

This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 23 2008, 10:58 PM

Lama tak posting gambar

My just acquired BIB VF-0S (the version with the Ghost Booster (not shown))



For a 1/60 scale, it sure is big compared to the new 1/60 VF-1S....


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COOL bro i think sempat sampai b4 Raya. Better you call ur local poslaju and confirm. If you wait for them to call you, might take time

jgn lupa gambar! hehe

Bro, i got double vision mmg beruntung Raya ni, haha.... Congrats bro!

masa untuk gambarnya sjn

@sjn hassan: OMG! the chrome stand looks SO MUCH BETTER than i expected!!! Poison bro! ..i wanted to get it last time, but now im settling for Kotobukiya Mechanical Chain Base ...bought six of them to create a hangar scene for my Valks

@ajis: the 'lubang' is actually an online store i think it is selling the VF-1A with Super & Strike parts too. I personally think their service is very fast and good However, pricing wise, you may want to scout around our trusted local sellers here at LYN or eBay first. just my humble opinion

and you can also pay using credit card (visa or mastercard). PayPal is an option as well. so no prob if you dont have PayPal

This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 29 2008, 07:47 AM

hmm, i dont have the YF-21, but i think its gorgeous and have good QC (according to review at MacrossWorld). It's a tough choice bro, but if i dont have the VF-1 mold yet, i would get VF-1S or VF-1J (dont like the 'mono' eye of VF-1A ) VF-1J is coming soon before the end of this year

but if you already have the VF-1S, in my opinion get the YF-21. at least you have one mold of each valkyries but that's my opinion; even for the Transformers masterpieces i only collect one of each mold (3 so far) and not the whole series.

This post has been edited by evanrue: Sep 29 2008, 10:53 AM

@mcsiaw: Cool bro those things look awesome, dont they? i just bought 1 unit each of 001, 002 and 003 from eBay, and another extra unit of 001, 002 and 003 from HobbyLink Japan. i suppose 6 is enough to build a hangar big enough for 3 valkyries.. when the VF-25 comes out later, have to extend the hangar, haha

from what other forumers told me in the Modelling thread, i think only chain bases 001, 002, 003, 007, 008, 009 and 010 can have their vertical wall stacked on top of each other. walls for 004, 005 and 006 have different attachment points.

@william7: bro, hope to see some in ur sales thread