Toaplan V Five Grind Stormer TP-027 Arcade PCB JAMMA Vertical Shooter 1993 Japan

🚀 TOAPLAN V FIVE 🚀

GRIND STORMER TP-027

Japanese Arcade PCB From 1993

V Five is the Japanese version of the Toaplan arcade game known internationally as Grind Stormer.

It combines fast vertical shooting, dense enemy formations, large mechanical bosses, hidden bonuses, and a science fiction story built around a mysterious virtual arcade game.

The Japanese V Five version uses a selectable power meter system. Players collect items and choose weapons from the meter, creating a strategic style reminiscent of classic Toaplan shooting games.

🌟 This Japanese version has gameplay differences from the international Grind Stormer version, which uses a more direct weapon and bomb item system.

🕹️ ITEM SPECIFICS

Brand	Toaplan
Japanese Game Title	V Five
International Title	Grind Stormer
Board Number	TP-027
Type	Commercial Arcade Game PCB
Genre	Vertical Scrolling Shooter
Release Year	1993
Players	One or Two Players
Connection Standard	JAMMA
Region	Japan
Country of Origin	Japan
Condition	Pre-owned

📦 INCLUDED ITEM

✅ Toaplan V Five TP-027 arcade PCB

✅ Japanese game version

✅ Only the game board shown in the photograph

No arcade cabinet, control box, harness, power supply, monitor, controls, manual, instruction cards, box, or other accessories are included.

🔍 VISIBLE BOARD DETAILS

🟢 TOAPLAN CO LTD is printed along the right side of the PCB.

🟢 TP-027 is printed vertically near the right edge.

🔵 MADE IN JAPAN is visible beside the board number.

🔵 JAMMA is printed near the lower edge connector.

🟣 Two DIP switch blocks are located on the left side.

🟡 Multiple ROMs, custom chips, capacitors, connectors, and other electronic components are visible.

🟠 A TP027 identification label with an individual management number is attached near the lower edge.

📸 The photograph shows the actual PCB included.

🔧 REQUIRED ARCADE EQUIPMENT

This is professional commercial arcade equipment and cannot operate as a standalone home video game.

A compatible arcade cabinet or control box, JAMMA harness, suitable power supply, monitor, controls, and other required arcade equipment must be prepared separately.

Knowledge of arcade PCB installation, connector orientation, voltage adjustment, and safe handling of exposed electronic components is strongly recommended.

⚠️ CONDITION DETAILS

🟠 The PCB has age-related marks, dust, discoloration, and signs of previous installation and storage.

🟠 The JAMMA edge connector and board edges show signs of previous use.

🟡 Labels may have fading, marks, adhesive residue, and storage wear.

🟡 Electronic components and recessed areas may contain dust or residue.

📸 The photograph shows the actual game board included.

🔴 Operational testing information has not been provided.

🔧 Inspection, cleaning, adjustment, maintenance, or repair may be required before operation.

The item is offered in its present condition.

📏 APPROXIMATE ITEM SIZE AND WEIGHT

📐 Arcade PCB: about 13.0 x 11.0 x 1.6 inches

📐 Metric reference: about 33 x 28 x 4 cm

⚖️ Approximate weight: about 1.4 to 2.1 kg

The measurements and weight are estimates based on the visible TP-027 board configuration.

💗 COLLECTOR APPEAL

V Five represents the final period of Toaplan’s influential arcade shooting development.

🔥 The Japanese V Five power meter system gives this version a different gameplay personality from the international Grind Stormer version.

🚀 The TP-027 board number, original Toaplan markings, Japanese manufacture marking, and densely populated board layout create a powerful connection to the original arcade hardware.

✨ This board is especially appealing to collectors of Toaplan games, Japanese vertical shooters, and titles connected to the evolution of intense projectile-based arcade gameplay.

🛡️ The PCB will be protected with anti-static material, generous cushioning, and a strong outer carton. Special care will be taken around the board edges, JAMMA connector, ROMs, and electronic components.