This is a real-world transformer you can actually buy

This gigantic robot, called the Archax, is like a real-world transformer that you can actually buy.

Developed by Tusbame Industries in Japan – where else? – the robot can be operated remotely or from the one-person cockpit.

Unsurprisingly, it is quite a sophisticated bit of technology.

The robot is currently available from SBX Cars, and the lucky buyer will also have the opportunity to travel to Japan to test it before delivery.

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Archax is quite large, standing 4.5 meters tall, and it has arms and legs that can be operated remotely.

It even says ‘hi’, if you want, with its hands.

How does Archax work in vehicle mode?

In vehicle mode, Archax’s four legs are spread apart, lowering the center of gravity and enabling its maximum speed of 10 km/h (6 mph).

When converted into robot mode, it rises to its full height.

The whole process takes around 15 seconds.

In robot mode, it can travel at 2 km/h or 1 mph.

This is technically a vehicle

Even though it sort of doesn’t look like one, this is a vehicle, and a rear-wheel drive one at that.

The rear wheels provide motion, while the front wheels provide steering.

It also has an interior with four displays, two joysticks, and two pedals.

And don’t worry about blind spots because Archax has nine cameras.

Archax will also take you to Japan

Archax is available from SBX Cars, and the auction ends on July 19th.

We should point out that the lucky buyer will also be invited to Japan to undertake some basic training involving driving and controlling the robot.

There’s arguably no better place in the world where you can test-drive your very own transformer.