Sixshot (D-98) was released by Takara at the end of March, 2002 and retailed for ¥4,980.  I ordered my Sixshot from BigBadToyStore.com when I returned from my deployment.  I couldn't resist adding him to my collection when I heard that he transformed into 6 different modes.  More modes mean more playability in my book.  Before you look any further, I must state that the colors of Sixshot on this page may appear tainted (more Bluish vice Purple) due to poor lighting and photo manipulation.  I think I need to purchase some photography lights/lamps since I just can't get any decent natural light to peer through my window :)

Sixshot's box measures approximately 14.5"x12"x3.5" and is your typical cereal box without plastic windows.  All sides of the box show his 6 modes with the back depicting a battle scene.  In the left-hand corner on the back of the box is a picture and description of the figure which is similar to the style of tech-specs from the past that identify Sixshot's function/role as a Destron (Decepticon).  What's missing from this is the stats and decoder.

In the photo above, Sixshot is arranged in a clear plastic container in Jet mode with two Laser Guns in their separate slots.  The rest of the contents are in baggies and placed under the plastic case when inserted into the box.  There were no pre-applied stickers to this figure and since it isn't an exclusive, I removed them from their sheet and applied them to Sixshot for this photo session.

As mentioned above, there are 6 modes of Sixshot; Jet, Car, Wolf, Tank, Gun, Robot.  More details to each mode will be described in several sections below to include a 7th mode.  Sixshot's function is also known as S.T.A.G. or Solo Transformer Assault Group.

The instruction sheet was packaged in a separate baggie and produced like its original release in '87 which folded into a booklet and printed on laminated paper and sealed with a purple circular sticker.

WEAPONS:  The only weapons that are separate from the figure are 2 Laser Guns that are White and measure approximately 4.25" in length.  There is a peg on each gun which is used to connect to several holes on Sixshot in various modes. 

J E T   P L A N E   (Star Fighter)
Mode #1

JET TO CAR MODE:  To transform Sixshot from Jet to Car mode, remove the Laser Guns from the main wings.  Fold in the small wings so they are flat on top of each other.  Now fold the main wings forward 5 notches (locking joints).  Rotate the engines (White parts) down 90° so that the wheels are facing downward.  Flip over the figure then flip the main wings upward 90° at the Silver joint located on the main body.  Rotate both arms 180° so that the Lime-Green parts are facing the rear of the vehicle.  Rotate the wheels (Lime-Green parts) 180° to align the wheels.  Fold down the main wings 90° back to their original position--you'll have to adjust the wings slightly so that they lay flat.  Separate the nosepiece (Black parts) and fold them back to their furthest point.  Flip up the White air-intake which is located on top of the body.  Lastly, attach the Laser Guns to the peg holes on top of the wings Silver joint

B A T T L E   C A R   (Armored Carrier)
Mode #2

The dimensions of the Battle Car Car is 9.25" long, 3.5" tall  and 6" wide.  This is a very odd looking vehicle no matter how you look at it.  First, the wheelbase is too far back as depicted in the photo on the lower right-hand side.  Secondly, what's the deal with the divided grille and forward-facing wings?  I dislike this vehicle mode because it just looks like it's thrown together and called a car.

The weight of the vehicle isn't evenly distributed over the 4 main wheels which is why there is a center roller underneath the body.  Actually, there are 2 other wheels located under each arm (between the larger wheels), but don't actually touch the ground.  When you roll the vehicle on a flat surface, you'll notice that it is top/front-heavy.  With the center roller supporting the extra weight, you can spin the vehicle without any resistance which is kind of neat.  That's about the best feature in this mode.

CAR TO WOLF MODE:  To transform into Wolf mode, remove the Laser Guns and fold down the air-intake.  Fold out/down the Wolf's head (White part) which is located on top and just behind the air-intake 8 or 9 notches.  Fold up the main wings 90° at the Silver joint closest to the body.  Rotate the Lime-Green parts upward 90° so that the wheels are on top.  Rotate the arms downward 90° (Lime-Green parts at the top) and ensure that the oblong part which is between the arms and body is rotated upward out of its grooved slot.  Rotate the feet 90° so that the toes are forward.  Fold the main wings up 2 notches.  Open the 4 Black doors on the rear legs then separate the legs outward and rotate the Purple parts 270°.  Lastly, secure all 4 doors behind his hind legs and fold down the Black toes 90°.  The results should look like the photos below.

W O L F  /  O O K A M I   (Wolf - Creature)
Mode #3

The dimensions of Wolf is 8.5" long, 7.5" tall and 6" wide.  The illustration on the box and instruction sheet identifies this figure as "Ookami".  I had to use a Japanese to English translator to verify that the name means Wolf.  His head looks more like that of a feline than a wolf to me.  He has Red painted eyes and a lower jaw that drops to reveal a Black painted tongue.  His mouth also functions as the canopy for Tank mode as you'll see later.

There isn't much articulation in this figure.  You can rotate the legs forward at the shoulder joints which sort of gives Wolf the appearance like he's ready to leap forward.  If you look closely at the photo on the right, you'll probably see that I have placed the oblong piece between the shoulders in their "locked" position.  I found it easier to rotate the front legs into this pose when the oblong part is secure vice upward.

You can also adjust the wings for "flight" mode as shown in the photo on the right.  In addition, Wolf's head can be raised or lowered.

I didn't take any photos of Wolf with the Laser Guns since it isn't shown on the instruction sheet, but I guess you can attach them to the tips of his wings or to the outer side of his hind legs.

This mode isn't too bad and I like that fact that you can adjust the wings to simulate a flying tiger...er, make that a flying wolf :P

Close-up of Wolf's Head

Wolf with wings adjusted for flight

WOLF TO TANK MODE:  To transform into Tank mode, fold down the main wings 90° at the Silver joint then fold down Wolf's head to its original position.  Rotate the Wolf's lower jaw to reveal the Tank's canopy/cockpit.  Rotate the Lime-Green parts 180° and front feet 90° so that the wheels are inward (toes facing out).  Rotate arms/legs, including the oval parts, downward 90° so that the Lime-Green parts are at the front.  Fold rear Black toes to the original position then open the 4 Black doors behind the legs.  Rotate the small guns out 180° then close the 2 large Black doors.  Rotate the Purple legs upward 7 notches at the Black joint connected to the Purple legs, then rotate the legs even further upward at the Black & White joint so it rests on the main body.  Fold down the Black nosepiece (behind the knees) then snap together the Purple legs and ensure that the small Black doors are perpendicular to the ground.  Next, fold back the main wings and ensure that they are parallel to each other.  Lastly, attach the Laser Guns to the peg holes on either side of the Purple legs.

T A N K   (Ramming Tank)
Mode #4

The Tank measures 8.25" long, 5.5" wide and 5.5" tall.  This mode is one of my favorites but in my opinion, it looks more like a surface-to-air-missile (SAM) system than any futuristic tank.  The Tank's weight is supported by 3 small wheels which are notched vice smooth, so you'll need a textured surface to get a smooth roll out of this vehicle.

The Lime-Green parts on the front sort of look like forked plows/shovels used to penetrate the terrain thus reducing the exposure of the tanks underbelly.  The small and large Laser Guns can be rotated up & down so there is some good playability in this Tank mode.

TANK TO GUN MODE:  To transform into Gun mode, rotate the main wings 90° or 4 notches, separate the Purple legs then separate the nosepiece (tailpiece in this case) and fold them back.  Rotate the Purple parts of the legs so that they are fully extended, snap the legs together then secure the small Black doors.  Now secure the canopy to its original position and then raise the air-intake which will be used as the trigger.  Fold the wings upward at the Silver joint closest to the main body then snap the wings together at the tips.  The wings now become the handgrip for the gun.  Now rotate the Lime-Green parts 90° so that the wheels are inward if you are holding the gun in your hand.  Rotate both arms 180° so that the Lime-Green parts are facing forward.  Lastly, rotate the back parts containing the rear wheels 180° (wheels facing out) and attach the Laser Guns to the peg holes on either side of the Purple leg parts.

L A S E R   G U N   (Jet-Propelled Laser Pistol)
Mode #5

The measurements for the Gun is 14" long, 5.5" wide and 8.25" tall.  Okay...it's a Laser Gun.  The trigger has some flexibility to simulate firing, but it would've been nice if a "lights & sound" gimmick was added, or a cocking mechanism.  Overall it isn't a bad mode.

GUN TO ROBOT MODE:  To transform into Robot mode, remove the Laser Guns from the barrel.  Open the large Black doors and fold down the small lasers 180° to their original location, then secure the doors again.  Fold down the air-intake into its original location.  Next, unsnap/separate the wings.  Rotate the arms 180° or 7 notches so that the Lime-Green parts are facing the rear of the gun.  Rotate the lower-half of his arms 90° outward then push the White part of each arm upward which should expose each fist (peg holes are facing up).  Rotate the Lime-Green parts 180°, stand Sixshot onto his feet and fold out the small Black wings from his chest.  While you're there, fold down the Black panel which hides his head, rotate his head upward, then secure the panel.  Fold down the Black toes, attach the Laser Guns to his fists, and finally, raise his main wings 2 notches.  His legs can either be kept together or separated slightly...it's your choice.

S I X S H O T   (Robot)
Mode #6

Sixshot measures at 12" tall, 6" wide and 7.5" deep (when arms are perpendicular to the ground).  His head is White with Red painted eyes which happens to be the same color scheme used for Wolf's head.

Sixshot is very well proportioned and is a sharp looking robot except for his color scheme.  I just don't like the Lime-Green and Purple combination.  We all know that a Black Sixshot (Shadow Mode) has been produced which looks awesome!  If a dual color combination was necessary, I think Black & White would've been perfect, especially for a Ninja :)

He has limited articulation which is expected for a figure created in '86.  His arms can be rotated at the shoulder, he can bend at the knees, and his wings can be adjusted for flight mode.  The wings don't look bad when they are pointed directly behind him, but look better when they're lying flat against his back.

There are several locations to attach the Laser Guns when they aren't connected to his fists.  The peg holes on the tips of his wings is a good place to attach them as well as either side of his lower legs.  But if you decided to fold down his wings flat on his back, then you could attach the Laser Guns to the peg holes on the Silver joints.  In my opinion, this is the best place for them.

W I N G E D  -  W O L F
Mode #7

On page 76 of Figure King (issue #52) magazine, there is an additional mode identified as "Winged Wolf" that was shown in The Headmasters anime (episode #24 - The Death of Ultra Magnus).  This mode was also identified in Takara's Transformers Generations book (pg. 26).  I admit that I haven't seen episode #24 or any others for that matter, but I have seen several screenshots of Winged Wolf.  This 7th mode isn't identified on the instruction sheet but I felt it was necessary to include some shots of this mode in my review.

WOLF TO WINGED WOLF MODE:  To transform into Winged Wolf mode, rotate the front feet outward 90° (tank tracks should be aligned).  Rotate the front legs including the oblong joint forward 90°.  The oblong joint should lock into place.  Rotate the Lime-Green parts 180° so that the wheels are underneath Wolf.  Next, working on the hind legs, make sure they are snapped  together then rotated upward 90° at the second knee joint (Black joint).  Fold in the Black toes 90°.  To expose the "tail guns", open the large Black doors on the legs and fold out the guns rotating them 180°.  Secure the large doors to their original position.  Fold down the main wing joint 90° then adjust the swept wing 2 notches forward.  Finally, attach the Laser Guns to the peg holes at the tip under each wing.  The results should look like the image above.

In this mode, there are a total of 5 wheels supporting the weight and located at the arms (2), chest (1), and legs (2).  In this mode, he measures 11.25" long, 2.5" tall and approximately 13" wide.

Another variation of this mode as shown in several magazines is depicted below.  To transform Winged Wolf into this mode, take the rear legs and fold the Purple parts downward 90° (4 notches) at the Black joints.  Next, rotate the legs at the White joints upward 90° creating a Z-joint.

In this mode, he measures 10" long, 4" tall and approximately 13" wide.

Overall, Sixshot is a very decent 6-Changer regardless of the color scheme.  I'm happy to include this toy into my collection and hope that someday I can get my hands on a Black version!

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