I get it, there were a lot of goofs in the cartoon. I just think it’s strange they have a spot perfect for the badge but instead put it elsewhere.
In subreddit r/transformers
In a post titled:
Hasbro placed the Autobot badge on AotP Silverbolts shoulder, toy-style, even though the center of his chest would be cartoon-accurate like the rest of the toy. The center is flat and tampo-ready, while the shoulder definitely isnt. Was this a last-minute change or an oversight?