LEGO Metroplex: Part 3 of 3: Base Mode

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Transformation to Base Mode

The hinged plates on the waist are used to lock the waist joint from wobbling .Unfold the buttflap to pad his crotch (forming a base for his base mode).

LEGO Metroplex: Part 2 of 3: Robot Mode

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Let me start by showing the transformation from Mobile Battle Station Mode...

These flaps help to secure the straightened knee in vehicle modes (so that picking him up won't disrupt the structure of the MOC).  The flaps are not unhinged to tuck to the side of the legs .

LEGO Metroplex: Part 1 of 3: Mobile Battle Station

Metroplex from G1 Transformers cartoon series  transform from a robot into a base and a mobile battle station.