The highly anticipated 1/12 scale Knight Rider Super Pursuit Mode (SPM) KITT vehicle and Michael Knight action figure set from Factory Entertainment and Ramen Toy has generated immense buzz across the collecting community. With the production process moving forward, collectors have flooded social media with questions regarding availability, ordering windows, and whether this highly detailed release functions like a standard crowdfunding campaign.

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To clear up any confusion and ensure fans don’t miss out, Ace from Ramen Toy recently addressed the exact terms of the Ramen Toy Knight Rider pre-order structure, the impending early bird cutoff, and how final production numbers will dictate overall availability.

Not a Crowdfund: A Traditional Production Run

One of the most prominent points of confusion among collectors was whether this 1/12 scale KITT project was operating on a crowdfunding model, similar to Hasbro’s HasLab or Mattel’s Mattel Creations platforms.

Ramen Toy directly addressed this, confirming that this is not a crowdfunding campaign. The project is completely greenlit and moving forward regardless of specific backer numbers during the initial window. Instead, this release is operating on a traditional, limited production allocation system. This means production slots are finite, and once those slots are filled, the opportunity to secure a set directly from the manufacturer will close permanently.

The Early Bird Cutoff is Tonight

For collectors looking to secure the best possible pricing on this massive 6-inch scale high-end release, time has officially run out. The official Early Bird Pre-Order window is scheduled to close at precisely 11:59 PM EST on June 30 (the stroke of midnight heading into July 1).

Securing your order before this deadline ensures you receive the special early bird promotional pricing before it reverts to the standard retail MSRP. If you have been on the fence about adding this transforming SPM KITT and the articulated Michael Knight figure to your collection, acting before the midnight deadline is essential to lock in the savings.

How Availability Works After the Deadline

A common question among fans is whether the item will remain available for purchase next year or if stock will be held back for a standard retail launch. Ramen Toy was very transparent about what happens once the clock strikes midnight.

While regular pre-orders may technically continue past the June 30 deadline, they will only remain open as long as the remaining production stock lasts. The ordering window will absolutely not stay open until next year.

The manufacturing team explained the process directly:

“Basically, once our production allocation is fully reserved, we’ll stop taking pre-orders. If they sell out quickly, it means demand has exhausted the available production quantity. If they’re still available after the Early Bird period, it simply means there is still stock remaining.”

Because this is a specialized, one-time limited edition production run, there is no guarantee that stock will survive past the initial early bird window. If collector demand completely exhausts the allocated factory slots over the next few weeks, the pre-order page will simply shut down.

Ultimate 1/12 Scale Knight Rider Features

This collaboration between Factory Entertainment and Ramen Toy is designed to be the definitive 6-inch scale representation of the iconic 1980s television vehicle. Measuring approximately 17 inches in length, the ABS-constructed KITT vehicle is packed with electronic and mechanical features that set it apart from typical toy releases.

• Super Pursuit Mode Transformation: The vehicle features functional, motorized panels that deploy to convert KITT into his high-speed Super Pursuit Mode configuration, complete with screen-accurate mechanical transformation sound effects.
• Advanced Electronics: The interior boasts a light-up LCD console alongside a fully integrated “Talking KITT” voice modulator. The exterior includes functional opening and closing headlights, fog lights, and a sweeping red front scanner.
• Screen-Accurate Details: A unique lenticular monitor screen brings the dashboard to life, while a rotating license plate allows fans to swap between display looks.
• Fully Articulated Figure: The included 1/12 scale Michael Knight action figure comes dressed in his signature red shirt and black leather jacket, featuring modern double-jointed articulation that allows him to fit perfectly into the driver’s seat.
• Premium Engineering: Built with an authentic functional wheel suspension system and steerable front wheels, the car can be powered via a direct USB connection for maximum electronic performance or run on standard AA batteries.

With production scheduled for arrival next year, the closing of the early bird window marks the first major transition point for this project. Head over to the official ordering platforms before 11:59 PM EST tonight to lock in your piece of television history before the allocation sells out completely.