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Springer is the name of several fictional characters from the various Transformers universes. For trademark reasons, many toys of the character are named Autobot Springer. Transformers: Generation 1 Template:Transformers character Springer is a green Autobot Triple Changer who can transform into both a car and a helicopter. So named for the massive leaping power in his legs, Springer is one of Rodimus Prime‘s inner circle. More laid back than many of his … Read More

Scavenger is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers universes. Scavenger is usually depicted as one of the Constructicons who turns into a construction vehicle and combine into Devastator. However, his name has also been used for a variety of other characters. Transformers: Generation 1 Template:Transformers character Scavenger is a member of the Constructicons who turns into an excavator.[1] He combines with the other Constructicons to form the combiner robot Devastator.[2][3] … Read More

For other uses, see Kup (disambiguation). Kup is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers universe. All are older Autobots who are members of the Elite Guard. He is sometimes referred to as Sergeant Kup. Transformers: Generation 1 Template:Transformers character Introduced in 1986, Kup is an Autobot who can transform into a light bluish-green futuristic pickup truck and wields a musket laser. He has a wealth of experience and is well … Read More

Astrotrain is the name of three fictional characters in various Transformers universes. All characters are Decepticons who can assume the form of a space shuttle. The first version can also assume the form of a locomotive. Transformers: Generation 1 Template:Transformers character Astrotrain is a Triple Changer who can assume the form of a steam locomotive and a space shuttle.[1] He was named among the top-selling toys of 1985 by Playthings magazine.[2] According to Astrotrain’s Marvel and Dreamwave … Read More

The Duocons (known in Japan as the Two-In-Ones) are a sub-group of Decepticons from the fictional Transformers universe. Transformers: Generation One Profiles The Duocons sub-group is particularly small, consisting of only two members, Battletrap and Flywheels. First released in 1987, they are distinguished by their unusual transformation ability to split their single robot form into two separate vehicles. By placing the flying vehicle atop the wheeled one and pressing down until they click into … Read More

Triple Changers (Triplebots for Autobots and Tripletrons for Decepticons in Japan) are Transformers that can transform from robot into two different alternative modes. Transformers: Generation 1 Triple Changers were introduced into the Transformers toy line in 1985. They were named among the top selling toys in 1985 by Playthings magazine.[1] No particular origin was given to the Triple Changers in most storylines. According to the Dreamwave Productions comic, The Triple Changers … Read More

Sixshot is the name of two fictional characters from the various Transformers series. Introduced in 1987, Sixshot appeared in the last few episodes of the original US Transformers animated series, voiced by Neil Ross. His defining gimmick was that he had six different forms, not two like a normal Transformer. He was also a regular character in the Japanese anime series Transformers: Headmasters where he was voiced … Read More

Ratbat is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers franchise. Transformers: Generation 1 Template:Transformers character As is the case with many Transformers characters, the various continuities in which Ratbat has appeared have portrayed him widely differently in terms of size, personality, personal history and back story. Indeed, Ratbat has been portrayed as a mere spy or even pet at times, while in other instances … Read More

  File:Ultracons.jpgRatbat and his Ultracons Ransack and Venom. The Ultracons are a fictional subfaction of Decepticon Transformers commanded by Ratbat in the Dreamwave comics. History After Autobot leader Optimus Prime and Decepticon leader Megatron disappeared in a Space Bridge accident several million years ago, the Autobots and Decepticons split up into several factions. One of those who broke away was Ratbat, who quickly took the opportunity to form his own power base. Gathering loyalist followers and setting up … Read More

  Insecticons is the name given to a sub-group of fictional characters in the Transformers universes, referred to as Insectrons in the Japanese version. They are a unique group of Decepticons who transform into insects. Insecticon has also been used as a name, as either an individual character or an alternate name for a preexisting character, that have insect-based beast modes. This is usually done in homage to the sub-group from the original series. Transformers … Read More