Super Mecha Robot Machine Z
Robot Machine Z was released in 1977 as a successor to the original Robotman. In the manga series, Robotman was heavily damage during one of the battle, so the Microman Command 3 build a new robot replacement for Akira. According to the manga and catalog, Robot Machine Z was build using the secret Micro-science super circuit hidden inside Microman Command 3 M171. Akira, however. refused to pilot Robot Machine Z, and often sneak out with the old Robotman.
Unlike the original Robotman which can converted into drill tank and bulldozer, the Robot Machine Z came in two totally separate parts, one is a Tank like vehicle and another is a robot. The robot section can be used to combine with the tank. Robot Machine Z is only about 10 inches in height and is a lot smaller than the 14" Robotman. Robot Machine Z chest and head flip back to reveal cockpit for Microman figure. Unlike Robotman, Robot Machine Z housed the Microman in seating position. Robot Machine Z also have two spring load firing fists.
The Tank part is fully motorized with real caterpillar trends. The tank cannon section is movable with a seat for Microman figure act as a gunner. The cannon fire a big spring load suction dart missile. The front of the tank contains twin amber window cockpits for two Microman - a pilot and a copilot.
Robot Machine Z can be combined with his tank counterpart to transform into a wheeled Mech. Robot Machine Z also come with two disk-like wheels that can be used in place of the caterpillar. The fists also can be replaced with missiles.
Here is the back view of Robot Machine Z. Note the port in the back which is used to connect Robot Machine Z to the tank or it can be used to mount the tank cannon. (using the included adapter)
While Robot Machine Z is definitely a big departure in design from Robotman, it is one of the most beautiful toys in Microman line with it's curve body, round Gakeen-like arms and clear amber cockpit.
(Editor: Pictured is my insert, which unfortunately was torn in half. Hopefully I can have someone send me a better pic of the front and back at some point)
