Yamato USA, the North American subsidiary of Yamato Co. Ltd, has announced the May 2005 release of the 1/12 scale ATM-09-ST Scopedog from the classic anime Armored Trooper Votoms.  The 1/12 scale Scopedog measures over 12.5 inches in height and is constructed with over 300 individual parts.  The fully articulated figure is loaded with special features including removable armor plating, rotating lens turret, internal spring mechanism that provides punching moves, as well as wheels for the simulation of the Scopedog's roller dash gliding action.  The figure comes in a deluxe window box for easy selling and includes a number of accessories including a GAT-22 heavy machine gun with removable magazine, decals, and an extra set of hands.

The Scopedog figure will be available from AAA Anime Distribution and Diamond Comic Distributors.