Steam Robo
Steam Robo is a fictional character from the Machine Robo series. He is a member of the Battle Tribe who turns into a train. He was introduced as a toy in 1982, but did not appear in fiction until 1986.
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Machine Robo
Steam Robo is a heroic Machine Robo of the Battle Tribe who turns into a train. His weapon of choice is an Oxidation Smoke Discharger.
Reception
Animated series
In Machine Robo: Revenge of Cronos episode #19, "Race to the Death!", Steam Robo first appeared and took part in the race at Momo. For a short time he was in first place, until he was knocked into the sea by a wave when crossing the land bridge to Death Island. He was rescued by Battleship Robo.[1]
Steam Robo was seen among the population of the city near the volcano in episode #23, "The Burning Skies".[2]
Steam Robo helps defend the city from a Gyandlar attack in episode #24, "Gather All Machine Robo".[3]
In episode #35, "The Secret of the Jewel People", Cessna Robo, Porsche Robo, Steam Robo and Supercar Robo received combat training from Bike Robo and Tough Trailer.
Steam Robo last appeared in a minor cameo in episode #42, "Vikung-Fu - Cry of Anger", where he is seen standing guard in the Battle Base.[4]
Toys
- Bandai Machine Robo MR-05 Steam Robo (1982)
- Bandai Machine Robo MRB-5 Steam Robo (1986)
- A release of Steam Robo for Machine Robo: Revenge of Cronos.
- Action Toys Machine Robo Gokin SeriesSteam Robo (unreleased)
- A new mold. Turns from robot to train.