Mixer Robo
Mixer Robo (also called Cement Robo) is a fictional character from the Machine Robo series. He is a member of the Battle Tribe who turns into a cement mixing truck. He was introduced as a toy in 1984, but did not appear in fiction until 1986.
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Machine Robo
Mixer Robo is a heroic Machine Robo of the Battle Tribe who turns into a cement mixing truck. He initially worked in a quarry for Lord Bison in Rod Drill's home town of Daug until he was drawn into the war with the Gyandlar.
Reception
Animated series
Mixer Robo first appeared in Machine Robo: Revenge of Cronos episode #11, "Pledging Love On the Great River". He worked in the Daug settlement quarry for Lord Bison, where he ran afoul of Casmodon. He joined in the Daug rebellion against the Gyandlar after Vikung-Fu defeated Casmodon.[1]
Mixer Robo was seen among the hypnotized population of Gurian City in episode #21, "The Heart of a Protecting Angel".[2]
Mixer Robo helped defend the city from a Gyandlar attack in episode #24, "Gather All Machine Robo".[3]
In episode #25, "Scramble! Land Commander 5", Mixer Robo is one of the residents of Yamalin City who celebrates the victory of Land Commander 5.
Mixer Robo defended Yamilan City from a Gyandlar attack in episode #26, "Crossrock's Great Promise".[4]
Although Mixer Robo does not appear in episode #27, "The Magic Mountain Knight Maskrock", one of the children in the school that is attacked seemed to be a young version of him.
In episode #29, "Escape From the Underground - Pro Truck Racer Appears!", Mixer Robo appeared defending the city during an attack.
Mixer Robo was in episode #34, "Vikung-Fu Disappears in Space" where he worked at the construction of the Battle Base.
In episode #42, "Vikung-Fu - Cry of Anger", Battle Gyror, Blue Jet, Classic Robo, Combat Buggy, Countach Robo, Fire Robo, Mixer Robo, Porsche Robo, Pro Truck Racer, Rod Drill and Trailer Robo were attacking the downed Gyandlar mother ship during a giant hail storm when they are attacked by missiles.
In episode #43, "Mighty Fortress, Heavenly Sword - Jet Don't Die!" the Machine Robo launched the Battle Base in pursuit of the Varigale-X and then attacking the Gyandlar mothership. Manning the Battle Base was Bike Robo, Dia Man, Kendo Robo, Jeep Robo, Judo Robo, Mixer Robo, Missile Tank Robo, Patrol Car Robo, Porsche Robo, Supercar Robo and Trailer Robo.
Mixer Robo is last seen in episode #44, "Cronos's Last Battle", standing with Blackbird Robo, Cessna Robo, Double Jet, Harley Robo and Skyline Robo, seeing off Rom Stol and the Machine Robo leaving the planet Cronos inside Big Shuttle Robo.[5]
Toys
- Bandai Machine Robo MR-36 Mixer Robo (1984)
- A new mold. Turns from robot to cement mixing truck. This toy was recolored into GoBots 17 Block Head by Tonka.
- Action Toys Machine Robo Gokin Series MRG-05 Cement Robo (unreleased)
- A new mold with a new name. Turns from robot to cement mixing truck. Comes with a stand.
Gallery
Action Toys Cement Robo in robot mode
Action Toys Cement Robo in truck mode
