A light-up T-800 Terminator Endoskeleton from James Cameron’s sci-fi action sequel Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Renowned for its groundbreaking visual effects, Terminator 2 combined both practical and newly pioneered digital effects to set the new standard for action blockbusters, garnering numerous Academy Awards® for its technical achievements. The Endoskeleton was created by Cameron’s long-time collaborator, Stan Winston Studio. The Terminator 2 Endoskeletons were actively rebuilt during production and after production of the film; some pieces were harvested for use in the theme park attraction T2:3D and for other related needs. For this reason, few if any of the original Endoskeletons built for the film are in their exact original condition today. The Endoskeleton offered here incorporates components potentially made by Winston after Terminator 2 production; the head of the piece exhibits a notably different plating finish to the body and may be from T2:3D. Building from the original film’s Terminator design, the studio was tasked with creating numerous Endoskeletons for the sequel’s future-war opening sequence, including both cable-controlled puppets and static Endoskeletons.

This Endoskeleton is largely made of chrome-plated two-part resin, with an internal support armature which is found in the torso and engineered into some of the limbs, such as the lower legs. Most of the joints on the piece are practical, including the shoulders, elbows and knees. These pivot points and their accompanying functional compression rods and dummy pistons allow the figure to be poseable, to a degree. One of the fingers on the piece is soft urethane; all other components are rigid resin. The piece is finished with additional dressing, such as real-world pressure hoses and hose fittings that contribute to its realistic appearance.

The T-800 Terminator Endoskeleton is the signature piece for one of the most beloved science-fiction franchises in cinema. The Endoskeleton has undergone minor cosmetic restoration and has been securely mounted to a base for display purposes. Due to the intricate nature of the piece, it remains delicate. The eyes have been restored to function with LED lights, as the original bulbs have since been removed, and are wired to turn on via a hidden switch. Showing some wear due to use and age, with mended breaks to the resin, the Terminator Endoskeleton remains in fine condition. This Endoskeleton is showcased in the book Terminator Vault by Ian Nathan. Dimensions: 63.5 cm x 28 cm x 190.5 cm (25” x 11” x 75”)

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