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Hound (G1)/toys

2020-03-24T17:44:27Z

Arnedarvin: /* War for Cybertron Trilogy */

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[[File:G1 packageart Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
Just because '''Hound''' wasn't yellow enough to be a [[kid-appeal character]] doesn't mean that he doesn't have a lot of toys.

==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
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[[File:G1Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Short but sweet.]]
*'''Hound''' (Autobot, 1984/1985)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''02'''
**''Accessories:'' "Hologram Gun", machine gun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, gas can

:Hound was released as part of the initial Autobot assortment in 1984, transforming into a [http://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1986/2019845/mitsubishi_jeep_j59.html|Mitsubishi Jeep J59]. Mounted on the back of the [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] is a large, [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver machine gun turret which doesn't really go anywhere in [[robot mode]]. Other vehicle accessories include a spare tire and a fuel canister which also don't really go anywhere in robot mode.

:In robot mode, Hound is armed with a large, silver "holographic rifle" and a shoulder-mounted, spring-loaded, firing rocket launcher with three silver projectiles. The US version of this launcher had severely weakened springs [[for safety reasons]].

:This sculpt was used to make the [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-hound/51/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Hound at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Hound/hound.htm More information on Generation 1 Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generation 2===
[[File:Un autorollers.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sgt. Hound. Starring Steve Martin. (Hound is the white payloader.)]]
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Auto Roller, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': 4 missiles

:A [[redeco]] of the [[Auto Roller]] [[Roadblock (G2)#Generation 2|Roadblock]] was planned for release in 1995 as "Sgt. Hound", but was one of several redecos and molds that were canceled with the end of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'' line]]. He would have transformed into a payloader. As an [[Auto Roller]], a switch on his vehicle mode back end connects a gearing mechanism attached to his rear axle, which makes him [[autotransformation|autotransform]] from vehicle to robot mode when pushed forward, and back when pulled in reverse. His right arm ends in a spring-loaded missile launcher, while his left features a spring-gear-activated spinning circular saw. All four of his missiles can be stowed on his rear wheel wells. No known samples of the toy have surfaced.

:This mold was also used to make [[Autocrusher#Beast Wars|Autocrusher]] from ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]''.

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[[File:G2GoBotsUnmadeJeepAndCar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We don't even exist among stuff that doesn't exist.]]
* "'''Hound'''" (Go-Bot, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': Rifle

: Part of the canceled fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]], Hound's [[alternate mode]] would have been a green military SUV with [[tampograph]]ed "U.S. Army" and "19HOUND960" markings. In robot mode, he would have featured magenta parts. Sadly, he was one of the two unreleased G2 Go-Bot sculpts whose [[mold]]s were apparently lost, therefore the sculpt was not even included with a later release of four of the (up to that point) unreleased sculpts as part of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] line.

: While unpainted [[prototype]]s of the sculpt had found their way into collectors' hands and the name "Hound" had even been rumored in association with the toy, it wasn't until 2014 that a fully painted sample surfaced, confirming the name for the first time. Shortly afterwards, the (repeatedly delayed) book ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' was released, which featured the [[package art]] that would have been used for Hound had he been released.

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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:Alternators Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|At long last, I HAVE ELBOWS!!!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (2004)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''3'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-04'''
**''Accessories'': Pistol

:For the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' line, Hound's vehicle mode was updated to a ([[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]]) 1:24 scale {{w|Jeep Wrangler}}, with opening doors, hood (with mock engine bay) and tailgate, and a detailed interior. Hound also features [[rubber tires]] and a working, spring-loaded suspension system, similar to [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|20th Anniversary Optimus Prime]], but lacks steering. In robot mode, he greatly resembles both the original toy in detail and the Generation 1 [[character model|cartoon model]] in proportions and personality. In this form, Hound is armed with a holographic projector gun stored inside his spare tire.

:The Japanese ''Binaltech'' version of the toy is largely identical to the [[Hasbro]] version, except for the use of painted [[die-cast]] metal for numerous vehicle mode panels.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed into ''Alternators/Binaltech'' [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into ''Alternators'' [[Rollbar (G1)|Rollbar]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltHound/hound.htm More info on Alternators Hound at TFU.info]''
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===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Hound''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-14'''

:In 2004, the original Hound toy was [[Generation 1 reissues|reissued]] by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their their ''[[The Transformers Collection|Transformers Collection]]'' "bookbox" reissue series. Apparently, Takara had to repair (or even recast) the [[mold]]; the reissue features several sculpting differences compared to a vintage specimen: The top end of the Jeep grille bars is now straight instead of rounded off, the headlights have sculpted detail added, the windshield hinges are more rounded off, and the formerly sharp facial details look very washed out.<ref name="reissuecomp">[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers-toys/gallery/g1-1984/hound/1670/2/ Seibertron gallery of the Transformers Collection Hound reissue], including comparisons with a vintage G1 Hound.</ref>

===Universe (2008)===
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[[File:Hounduniverselegends.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|But not anymore...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Legends, 2008)
**''Series'': Classic Series

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] figures (but the first wave to feature new-mold items, not simply ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]''-series [[redeco]]es), the first ''Universe'' Hound toy is sculpted to closely resemble his Generation 1 design, particularly in the way his vehicle mode resembles a somewhat outdated, old-fashioned army Jeep. For legal reasons, the vehicle mode has been slightly tweaked, such as sporting squared headlights and horizontal vents in the front grille, as compared to the characteristic round headlights/vertical grille vents design of a real-life Jeep. Due to his small size and [[size class|price point]], he has no weapon in either mode.

:This mold was also used to make [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] [[Hound (Movie)#Transformers .282010.29|Tracker Hound]]. It is also the basis for the non-toy character [[Mito Prime]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/LegendsHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Legends Hound at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TFU08-toy HoundDeluxe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, never mind! I found them!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2008)
**''Series'': Generation 1 Series
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:Part of the fourth wave of ''Universe'' Deluxe-class toys, this version of Hound is more of an evolution of the character rather than the reproduction the Legends class toy represents. His vehicle mode resembles a {{w|Jeep Hurricane}} concept car, once again with a modified front section that avoids the [[trademark]] Jeep look with round headlights and vertical grille vents. Hound features his familiar (non-firing) rocket launcher, which clips to the back of his seats in vehicle mode, and can be either hand-held or shoulder-mounted in robot mode (Although the latter is by no means a secure fit, and will fall off with the slightest touch.) In the area of "undocumented features", the soles of Hound's feet can pivot inwards, providing more stability for wide-stanced poses.

:Hound's vehicle-mode back-end has a pair of flip-up tabs, which are used to secure the [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage figure]] included with Hound, when Ravage is put into his "capture mode" (aka "oversized audio cassette" form). Other [[Mini-Cassette]] Transformers can fit there too, though not as well as the new Ravage.

:Hasbro's initial "hand-painted digitally touched-up prototype" [[stock photography|stock photos]] featured a slightly different color layout for Hound, with a black bullbar (painted silver on the final toy) and entirely reversed arm colors: the original stock photos feature green shoulders, black forearms with three yellow stripes and green fists, whereas the final toy has the entire arm cast out of black plastic and the ''forearms'' painted over in green, with only one thick yellow stripe per arm.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Scorch (G1)#Timelines|Turbomaster]] and served as the basis of the non-toy [[Hound (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Hound]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFUHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Deluxe Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei houndravage.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A friend to all the animals.]]
*'''Hound''' ([[December 27]], [[2008]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-13'''
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Deluxe Class Hound, ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' Hound is primarily cast in a darker shade of green plastic for a better match to his original toy and appearances in fiction. Where ''Universe'' Hound had white plastic, ''Henkei'' Hound replaces it with grey, and overall has more elaborate paint applications, such as the toy-homaging yellow stripe around the edges of his hood and silver paint on his hubcaps. As with all ''Henkei! Henkei!'' toys, Hound has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] plastic, specifically his grill guard, albeit in an unusually dark color to make it resemble dark polished metal.
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[[File:TF-Henkei-Deluxe-Detritus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Detritus (G1)|So close]]!]]
*'''Hound'''? (Deluxe Class, unreleased)
:A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class [[Hound (G1)#Univ2008Dx|Autobot Hound]] in [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]]-ish colors was displayed as part of an exhibit at Transformers Expo in 2014, including a seemingly unchanged [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage]].<ref name="tfexpo1">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-masterpiece-star-saber-in-color-and-more-180923/ "TF Expo Pics - Masterpiece Star Saber In Color and More!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo2">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-2-g1-prototypes-movie-props-and-more-masterpiece-180925/ "TF Expo Pics Part 2 - G1 Prototypes, Movie Props, and More Masterpiece!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo3">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-4-prototypes-and-figure-displays-from-diaclone-g1-g2-beast-wars-180933/ "TF Expo Pics Part 4 - Prototypes and Figure Displays from Diaclone, G1, G2, Beast Wars"] at TFW2005.</ref>
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===Chronicle===
[[File:EZCollectionHoundToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Aww slag it!]]
*'''Hound''' (EZ Collection, 2011)

:''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' Hound is a very slight redeco of the ''Universe'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] Autobot Hound toy, with the front windshield's black paint replaced with the same gunemtal paint used for the legs. Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.
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===Bot Shots===
[[File:BStoy-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well at least I'm still a mili...tary...]]

*'''Autobot Hound''' (2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''B012'''
***''Fist strength'': '''730'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''609'''
***''Sword strength'': '''277'''

:Part of the third wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 single-packs, Blitz Shot "Autobot Hound" is a [[redeco]] of [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Series 1 Ironhide]], transforming into a teeny pickup truck (with spoiler) with an [[Autotransformation|automatic, spring-loaded transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

:This mold was also used to make [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)#Bot Shots|Super Bot Dirt Boss]] and [[Swindle (G1)#Bot Shots|Swindle]].

===Kre-O===
[[File:KreO-Toy HoundKreon unreleased.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Where did you come from, where did you go?]]
*'''???''' (???, <s>2011</s>)
**''Accessories'': Large rifle

: A [[Kreon]] version of Hound was shown at numerous conventions in 2011 as part of a large ''[[Kre-O]]'' display; early appearances had him with shoddy stickers instead of [[tampograph]]s (but he was far from the only one), but later appearances used production samples. Samples of release-ready Hounds in sealed bags (as he would have appeared in sets) have since surfaced.

: However, it is still unknown just how Hound was originally planned to be released. It seems most likely he was going to be packed in with another character's large-build set, but ''who'' that was is unknown.

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[[File:Hound (Kre-O).jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A7317'''
**''Pieces'': '''42'''
**''Accessories'': Rack, buildable gatling gun, bazooka, jetpack, door-wing backpack

: Part of the second assortment of "Custom Kreons", Hound comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. The plastics of his torso, arms and legs have a metal-flake sheen, and his similarly-shiny [[tampograph]]s are based on the [[#Generation 1|original Hound toy]]. His "normal" helmet and bazooka are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens), plus a buildable gatling gun, a buildable jetpack, and the door-wing backpack.

: Though widely solicited, this wave of Custom Kreons ultimately never saw release outside of the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online store and Chinese-market distribution circles.

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[[File:KreO-Toy HoundC84.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|right]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': "Friendliest"
**''Accessories'': Heavy machine gun

: This version of Hound, part of the [[Kreon Class of 1984]], is based once again on the original Hound, with much more detailing based ''heavily'' on the original toy. He uses the Hound-style helmet as expected.

: He was only available in a pack of 30 Kreons dubbed "Class of 1984". This set was made for sale at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014. Remaining stock would have been sold at the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] website, but the set sold out at the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OHound/hound.htm More information on Class of 1984 Hound at TFU.info]''

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*'''Autobot Hound''' (Battle Changer, 2015)
**''Set number'': '''B2691'''
**''Pieces'': '''87'''
**''Accessories'': Long rifle, rocket launcher

:Part of the second round of Battle Changers, Hound has a Kreon core, but the limbs and body are all built up using bricks, resulting in a toy that can change from robot to jeep without disassembly/reassembly.

:All of the 2015 ''Transformers [[Kre-O]]'' product was skipped by retailers in the US (at first), seeing release in Canada, Australia and various Asian markets. In late 2015, much of the line was finally released at discount in the US through TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores, including this set.

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===Construct-Bots===
[[File:ConstructBots Elite Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Hound''' (Elite Class, 2013)
: ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Hound transforms from a jeep-like vehicle. He includes a small hand-held blaster as well as a shoulder mounted piece that evokes the hologram projector.

:Most of his parts were used to make [[Breakdown (WFC)#Construct-Bots|Breakdown]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CBHound/hound.htm More information on Hound at TFU.info]''

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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|...God, why do you hate me?]]
*'''Hound''' ([[March 21]], [[2015]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-15'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Hound transforms from a [[super deformed]] Suzuki Hustler to a cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Hound as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Skids (G1)#Q-Transformers|Skids]].
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===Timelines===
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2015)
**''Accessories:'' [[Dia]], [[Cline]]

:Available only at [[BotCon 2015]] in a 2-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Timelines|General Optimus Prime]], Sgt. Hound is a retool of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Scoop (G1)#Generations|Scoop]] based on the cancelled [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] [[#Generation 2|Sgt. Hound]] toy, transforming into a payloader. He comes with [[Dia]] and [[Cline]], who transform into guns that can be held by Hound or plugged into pegholes his arms and legs.

:This mold was also redecoed, sans one Targetmaster, into ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#Japanese toyline|Adventure]]'' [[Roadblock (Adventure)|Roadblock]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/BCSgtHound/hound.htm More information on ''Timelines'' Sgt. Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generations===
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[[File:TF-Specialist-Autobots-Hound.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|You're just getting my hopes up. I will have 10 more toys after this without elbows...]]
*'''Specialist: Autobots''' (Multi-pack, 2014)
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, Ravage figure

:''Universe'' Deluxe Hound was re-released in a three-pack with ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Generations|Mirage]] and ''Universe'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Generations|Ironhide]], available from Hasbro Asia and [[TakaraTomy Mall]]. All three Autobots feature new metallic paint decos, and the set's [[package art]] links up to the contemporaneously-released "Specialist: Decepticons" set to form a complete image. At select stores in Asia, the set was available with a free Autobot insignia earphone cap plug.

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====Combiner Wars====
[[File:CWDlxHound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...and 7 of them won't have knees either.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)
**'''2 OF 5: [[Sky Reign]]'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun, double-barreled gun/fist/foot

:Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxe Class toys, "Autobot Hound" is a [[retool]] of ''Combiner Wars'' [[Swindle (G1)#Combiner Wars|Swindle]] (himself an extensive retooling of [[Rook (Generations)#Generations|Rook]]), transforming into a militarized jeep of indeterminable, likely-made-up model. In addition to a new head, his toy benefits from a [[Variant|running change]] from Swindle that adds two small nubs onto the rear of his smaller weapon, which allows it to be attached to his backpack as an over-shoulder blaster.

:As a ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe figure, Hound can combine with any compatible Voyager-class mold as either an arm or a leg, but his nominal placement is as [[Sky Reign]]'s left arm. He can also combine with [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber]] as a leg.

:Unfortunately, due to the internal molding of his shins, repeatedly transforming Hound will eventually create horizontal scratch marks across the hip parts of his thighs.

:Hound comes with a copy of ''The Transformers'' #41 (''Combiner Wars'' Part 4), "[[You, Me, and the Universe]]". In Canada, Latin America, and Europe, he was available in different types of [[multilingual packaging]] including a character card featuring his comic book cover/[[package art]] instead. He and the last three waves of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/CWHound/hound.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-for-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Y'know, this battle damage will make me lose my articulation...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number'': '''WFC-S9'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-13'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[March 30]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories'': "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Hound transforms from robot to Cybertronian jeep and back. He includes the "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster" and "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," which are compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], and can combine to form the "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster," or can be mounted onto his shoulder. The Refraction Blaster comes with a detachable ammo clip, which can be stored in the bed of the jeep. Hound's colors are more subdued than his other figures, and he also features "battle damage" paint applications on his bullbar and shins, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:His vehicle mode has a sculpted winch, in the center of which is a hole. If some thread is fed through, this makes his winch somewhat functional.

:Hound's package art, first seen at Summer Wonder Festival 2018,<ref>[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/siege-cybertron-defense-hot-shot-pretool-revealed/ The Allspark - Siege Cybertron Defense Hot Shot Pretool Revealed?]</ref> depicts Hound with a head resembling that of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#CyCDF|Cybertron Defense Hot Shot]], foreshadowing the [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Generations|Hot Shot retool]] for the ''[[Transformers: Generations#Selects|Selects]]'' line. Also, Hound's stock images depict his vehicle mode with an opaque green windshield, but the final product features a translucent one.

::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/content.php&contentid=3551 More information on Siege Hound at Transformers-Universe.com]''
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====War for Cybertron Trilogy====
[[File:Netflixjeep.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| You do know that a major side effect of a nearly unchanged redeco is drastically hindered articulation, right?]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2020)
**''Accessories:'' "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Promoting the [[Netflix]]-original [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|War for Cybertron Trilogy cartoon]], this redeco of ''Siege'' Hound slathers the Autobot in an ''extensive'' paint wash coating to represent accumulated grime and battle scars.

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===Unite Warriors===
[[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW-EX-Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I promise, I'll lose my entire articulation after this.]]
*'''Lynxmaster''' (Multi-pack, [[October 29]], [[2016]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''UW-EX'''

:''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Hound is a redeco of his ''Combiner Wars'' toy with new and different paint details based on his cartoon appearance, including various yellow stripes, a star on his shoulder, and the replacement of the star on his hood with an Autobot insignia. He was only available in a [[TakaraTomy Mall]]-exclusive [[Sky Reign#Unite Warriors 2|Lynxmaster]] multi-pack.

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===Masterpiece===
[[File:MP-47 Hound.jpg|thumb|400px|Don't bother looking at my poseable joints. They're glued shut.]]
*'''Hound''' ([[December 26]], [[2019]])
**''ID number'': '''MP-47'''
**''Accessories'': 2 side mirrors, Hologram gun, machine gun, spare tire, gas can, key, roof cover/shield, [[Spike Witwicky (G1)#Masterpiece|Spike Witwicky]] figure, hologram effect, hologram pilot. smiling face, screaming face
:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Hound transforms from a licensed Jeep CJ-3B to a show-accurate robot, down to the [[Kibble#"Faux-parts"|shrunken]] back wheels on the sides of his feet.

: Accessories for this figure include two alternate faces (as is the standard for modern ''Masterpiece'' releases), his hologram gun (with a hologram shooting effect part), the car-mounted machine gun, a spare tire and gas can, plus a bunch of specific episode-related accessories: a figure of Spike Witwicky to represent their relation in the original 3-parter, plus the hologram driver he briefly showcased in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]" and the key for [[Ravage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ravage]]'s cage from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]". His final accessory deviates from the usual bunch of toy and cartoon-related accessories and it's entirely new: a roof cover that turns into a shield, apparently inspired by the one found on [[Hound (Movie)#Movie The Best|his live action counterpart's ''Movie The Best'' toy]] or perhaps by the folding roof that he deploys briefly in "[[Atlantis, Arise!]]". As an additional note, his head features a flip-out face shield, representing the one he used in the underwater scenes from "More than Meets the Eye, Part 2".

: Due to the engineering, the spare tire, the gas can, and the machine gun can fold up inside his feet in robot mode without the need for [[partsformer|partsforming]], but they can still be stored inside the roof cover, along with the cage key and the alternate face accessories, with the pipe and handle parts of the hologram gun being stored under the unfoldable panels in each of his lower legs.

: His jeep mode features an opening hood, and while it mainly just reveals his arms and head, there is an engine piece put in to hide his face. As an unfortunate side effect, caution needs to be taken to prevent the engine block piece from chipping the paint on his face. While he can be left faceless for the transformation, although the third face piece doesn't have room for storing it anywhere.

: For other quality control issues, the lower end of the painted thighs can also easily chip off due to the friction between the piece and the lower legs. Probably due to tolerance or design failure (or both), the panels that cover the rear section of the lower legs can be broken without careful handeling. There have also been many reports of this figure's parts developing cracks with minimal or even ''no'' handling, prompting speculation about an unstable plastic mix.

:Per the brand unification of TakaraTomy and Hasbro, Hound was directly released with no changes by [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the United States and Canada.

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Milk Caramel===
[[File:Tfcaramel hound.jpg|thumb|...Yep...]]
*'''Hound''' (1985)
:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''— of Hound was released as part of the second wave of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]'' [[candy toy]] range. He came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in red, blue, and yellow.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy hound.jpg|thumb|...Toldja...]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (multi-pack, 1986)
:Hound was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Hound was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Hound was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

*'''Hound''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''17'''
:The figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Hound/hound.htm More information on Decoy Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Robot Heroes===
[[File:Robotheroeshoundblitzwing.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Not included: Awkwardly-positioned Spike.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' vs '''Blitzwing''' (2008)

:Released in the first wave of ''Universe''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Hound is posed, like many Robot Heroes, in a squat crouching pose. However, he has a few noteworthy aspects: he's one of the few Generation 1 characters to be sculpted with a handheld weapon. More surprising than that, Hound is currently the ''most'' articulated Generation 1 Robot Hero, having swivel joints at his head, shoulders and ''waist''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RHHound/hound.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Speed Stars===
====Stealth Force====
[[File:StealthForce Hound toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Missile launcher converts to missile launcher and back!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Basic, 2010)

:''[[Speed Stars]]'' "Autobot Hound" is part of the "Stealth Force" sub-line, consisting of vehicles without robot modes, but with plenty of flip-out panels with hidden weapons. The toy is a Jeep Hurricane approximation that's nearly identical to Hound's ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy, about 5% larger in length and height and about 10% larger in width. The similarities with ''Universe'' Hound aren't limited to the general vehicle design, but extend to almost absurdly faithfully recreated details such as the design of the rims, the tire patterns and even the prongs in the back that were used to attach [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on ''Universe'' Hound (sculpted in their retracted state on "Stealth Force" Hound). The biggest liberties, oddly enough, have been taken with the design of the dashboard.

:Hound's "Stealth Force" gimmick is triggered either by pulling out the front bumper or any medium amount of impact, which activates an auto-transformation mechanism that extracts all four wheels sideways and reveals non-firing weapons in the vehicle's hood, fenders, doors and trunk, and an extracting (non-concealed) missile launcher above the co-driver's seat.

:His [[package art]] is directly recycled from ''Universe'' Autobot Hound.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/SFHound/hound.htm More information on Stealth Force Hound at TFU.info]''
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===G.I. Joe and the Transformers===
*'''''The Epic Conclusion!'' box set''' (2013)
[[File:SDCC2013Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|Not even a robot mode on the last two...]]
:A [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] [[exclusive]], first available at the Hasbro Toy Shop booth at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013 and later made available via the Hasbro Toy Shop website, this is a [[redeco]] of the 2008 [[mold|sculpt]] of the ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' [[VAMP]] meant to represent Hound. The set also comes with a retooled [[Skystriker (vehicle)|Skystriker]] representing [[Jetfire (G1)/toys|Jetfire]], a new [[Snake-Eyes]] figure bearing an Autobot symbol, a [[Baroness]] figure with [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on a leash, a [[Blaster (G1)/toys|Blaster]] boombox with cassette pieces representing [[Steeljaw (G1)|Steeljaw]], [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]], and [[Eject (G1)|Eject]], and a "samurai robot warrior" based on [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]].

:The box set was announced via a ''USA Today'' [https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/life/2013/06/05/hasbro-2013-comic-con-exclusives/2392295/ article] on June 5, 2013, along with Hasbro's other Comic-Con exclusives.
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===The Loyal Subjects===
[[File:Houndtls.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|A card-carrying member of the FOC Sideswipe club.]]
:[[The Loyal Subjects]] Hound is a wave 3 chase figure, with standard articulation. He does not have any special gimmicks, and appears to be based on the original toy. For every 48 figures, there is one Hound.
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===Flame Toys===
*'''Hound''' (20??)
:Announced by [[Flame Toys]], this Hound will be part of the ''Furai Model'' line of {{w|Gundam model|Gunpla}}-style non-transforming articulated model kits.
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==Notes==
[[File:Universe Hound concept.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
* The Hound toy was originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "J59 Jeep", coming with a blue-and-white pilot figure and several IP-infringing decals.
* The ''Alternators'' version of Hound was originally planned as a Jeep Rubicon, sporting a slightly different transformation that would have somewhat reduced the back kibble. Presumably, the change from the Rubicon to the Wrangler was due to Jeep wanting their more common model featured.
* The Japanese book [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' Vol. 1]] contains concept art (by [[Don Figueroa]]) for an earlier version of ''Universe'' Hound, resembling a Humvee instead of the Jeep form of the final figure.
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==References==
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[[Category:Alternators Autobots]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Autobots]]
[[Category:Classics Autobots]]
[[Category:Combiner Wars Autobots]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 2 Autobots]]
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Masterpiece]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Timelines characters]]
[[Category:SDCC exclusives]]
[[Category:Unite Warriors Autobots]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron: Siege Autobots]]

Hound (G1)/toys

2020-02-27T20:05:14Z

Arnedarvin:

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[[File:G1 packageart Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
Just because '''Hound''' wasn't yellow enough to be a [[kid-appeal character]] doesn't mean that he doesn't have a lot of toys.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Short but sweet.]]
*'''Hound''' (Autobot, 1984/1985)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''02'''
**''Accessories:'' "Hologram Gun", machine gun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, gas can

:Hound was released as part of the initial Autobot assortment in 1984, transforming into a [http://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1986/2019845/mitsubishi_jeep_j59.html|Mitsubishi Jeep J59]. Mounted on the back of the [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] is a large, [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver machine gun turret which doesn't really go anywhere in [[robot mode]]. Other vehicle accessories include a spare tire and a fuel canister which also don't really go anywhere in robot mode.

:In robot mode, Hound is armed with a large, silver "holographic rifle" and a shoulder-mounted, spring-loaded, firing rocket launcher with three silver projectiles. The US version of this launcher had severely weakened springs [[for safety reasons]].

:This sculpt was used to make the [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-hound/51/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Hound at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Hound/hound.htm More information on Generation 1 Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generation 2===
[[File:Un autorollers.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sgt. Hound. Starring Steve Martin. (Hound is the white payloader.)]]
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Auto Roller, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': 4 missiles

:A [[redeco]] of the [[Auto Roller]] [[Roadblock (G2)#Generation 2|Roadblock]] was planned for release in 1995 as "Sgt. Hound", but was one of several redecos and molds that were canceled with the end of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'' line]]. He would have transformed into a payloader. As an [[Auto Roller]], a switch on his vehicle mode back end connects a gearing mechanism attached to his rear axle, which makes him [[autotransformation|autotransform]] from vehicle to robot mode when pushed forward, and back when pulled in reverse. His right arm ends in a spring-loaded missile launcher, while his left features a spring-gear-activated spinning circular saw. All four of his missiles can be stowed on his rear wheel wells. No known samples of the toy have surfaced.

:This mold was also used to make [[Autocrusher#Beast Wars|Autocrusher]] from ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]''.

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[[File:G2GoBotsUnmadeJeepAndCar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We don't even exist among stuff that doesn't exist.]]
* "'''Hound'''" (Go-Bot, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': Rifle

: Part of the canceled fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]], Hound's [[alternate mode]] would have been a green military SUV with [[tampograph]]ed "U.S. Army" and "19HOUND960" markings. In robot mode, he would have featured magenta parts. Sadly, he was one of the two unreleased G2 Go-Bot sculpts whose [[mold]]s were apparently lost, therefore the sculpt was not even included with a later release of four of the (up to that point) unreleased sculpts as part of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] line.

: While unpainted [[prototype]]s of the sculpt had found their way into collectors' hands and the name "Hound" had even been rumored in association with the toy, it wasn't until 2014 that a fully painted sample surfaced, confirming the name for the first time. Shortly afterwards, the (repeatedly delayed) book ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' was released, which featured the [[package art]] that would have been used for Hound had he been released.

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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:Alternators Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|At long last, I HAVE ELBOWS!!!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (2004)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''3'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-04'''
**''Accessories'': Pistol

:For the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' line, Hound's vehicle mode was updated to a ([[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]]) 1:24 scale {{w|Jeep Wrangler}}, with opening doors, hood (with mock engine bay) and tailgate, and a detailed interior. Hound also features [[rubber tires]] and a working, spring-loaded suspension system, similar to [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|20th Anniversary Optimus Prime]], but lacks steering. In robot mode, he greatly resembles both the original toy in detail and the Generation 1 [[character model|cartoon model]] in proportions and personality. In this form, Hound is armed with a holographic projector gun stored inside his spare tire.

:The Japanese ''Binaltech'' version of the toy is largely identical to the [[Hasbro]] version, except for the use of painted [[die-cast]] metal for numerous vehicle mode panels.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed into ''Alternators/Binaltech'' [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into ''Alternators'' [[Rollbar (G1)|Rollbar]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltHound/hound.htm More info on Alternators Hound at TFU.info]''
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===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Hound''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-14'''

:In 2004, the original Hound toy was [[Generation 1 reissues|reissued]] by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their their ''[[The Transformers Collection|Transformers Collection]]'' "bookbox" reissue series. Apparently, Takara had to repair (or even recast) the [[mold]]; the reissue features several sculpting differences compared to a vintage specimen: The top end of the Jeep grille bars is now straight instead of rounded off, the headlights have sculpted detail added, the windshield hinges are more rounded off, and the formerly sharp facial details look very washed out.<ref name="reissuecomp">[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers-toys/gallery/g1-1984/hound/1670/2/ Seibertron gallery of the Transformers Collection Hound reissue], including comparisons with a vintage G1 Hound.</ref>

===Universe (2008)===
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[[File:Hounduniverselegends.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|But not anymore...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Legends, 2008)
**''Series'': Classic Series

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] figures (but the first wave to feature new-mold items, not simply ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]''-series [[redeco]]es), the first ''Universe'' Hound toy is sculpted to closely resemble his Generation 1 design, particularly in the way his vehicle mode resembles a somewhat outdated, old-fashioned army Jeep. For legal reasons, the vehicle mode has been slightly tweaked, such as sporting squared headlights and horizontal vents in the front grille, as compared to the characteristic round headlights/vertical grille vents design of a real-life Jeep. Due to his small size and [[size class|price point]], he has no weapon in either mode.

:This mold was also used to make [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] [[Hound (Movie)#Transformers .282010.29|Tracker Hound]]. It is also the basis for the non-toy character [[Mito Prime]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/LegendsHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Legends Hound at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TFU08-toy HoundDeluxe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, never mind! I found them!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Series'': Generation 1 Series
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:Part of the fourth wave of ''Universe'' Deluxe-class toys, this version of Hound is more of an evolution of the character rather than the reproduction the Legends class toy represents. His vehicle mode resembles a {{w|Jeep Hurricane}} concept car, once again with a modified front section that avoids the [[trademark]] Jeep look with round headlights and vertical grille vents. Hound features his familiar (non-firing) rocket launcher, which clips to the back of his seats in vehicle mode, and can be either hand-held or shoulder-mounted in robot mode (Although the latter is by no means a secure fit, and will fall off with the slightest touch.) In the area of "undocumented features", the soles of Hound's feet can pivot inwards, providing more stability for wide-stanced poses.

:Hound's vehicle-mode back-end has a pair of flip-up tabs, which are used to secure the [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage figure]] included with Hound, when Ravage is put into his "capture mode" (aka "oversized audio cassette" form). Other [[Mini-Cassette]] Transformers can fit there too, though not as well as the new Ravage.

:Hasbro's initial "hand-painted digitally touched-up prototype" [[stock photography|stock photos]] featured a slightly different color layout for Hound, with a black bullbar (painted silver on the final toy) and entirely reversed arm colors: the original stock photos feature green shoulders, black forearms with three yellow stripes and green fists, whereas the final toy has the entire arm cast out of black plastic and the ''forearms'' painted over in green, with only one thick yellow stripe per arm.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Scorch (G1)#Timelines|Turbomaster]] and served as the basis of the non-toy [[Hound (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Hound]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFUHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Deluxe Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei houndravage.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A friend to all the animals.]]
*'''Hound''' (Deluxe, 2008-[[December 27|12-27]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-13'''
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Hound, ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' Hound is primarily cast in a darker shade of green plastic for a better match to his original toy and appearances in fiction. Where ''Universe'' Hound had white plastic, ''Henkei'' Hound replaces it with grey, and overall has more elaborate paint applications, such as the toy-homaging yellow stripe around the edges of his hood and silver paint on his hubcaps. As with all ''Henkei! Henkei!'' toys, Hound has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] plastic, specifically his grill guard, albeit in an unusually dark color to make it resemble dark polished metal.
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[[File:TF-Henkei-Deluxe-Detritus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Detritus (G1)|So close]]!]]
*'''Hound'''? (Deluxe class, unreleased)
:A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class [[Hound (G1)#Univ2008Dx|Autobot Hound]] in [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]]-ish colors was displayed as part of an exhibit at Transformers Expo in 2014, including a seemingly unchanged [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage]].<ref name="tfexpo1">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-masterpiece-star-saber-in-color-and-more-180923/ "TF Expo Pics - Masterpiece Star Saber In Color and More!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo2">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-2-g1-prototypes-movie-props-and-more-masterpiece-180925/ "TF Expo Pics Part 2 - G1 Prototypes, Movie Props, and More Masterpiece!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo3">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-4-prototypes-and-figure-displays-from-diaclone-g1-g2-beast-wars-180933/ "TF Expo Pics Part 4 - Prototypes and Figure Displays from Diaclone, G1, G2, Beast Wars"] at TFW2005.</ref>
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===Chronicle===
[[File:EZCollectionHoundToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Aww slag it!]]
*'''Hound''' (EZ Collection, 2011)

:''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' Hound is a very slight redeco of the ''Universe'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] Autobot Hound toy, with the front windshield's black paint replaced with the same gunemtal paint used for the legs. Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.
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===Bot Shots===
[[File:BStoy-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well at least I'm still a mili...tary...]]

*'''Autobot Hound''' (2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''B012'''
***''Fist strength'': '''730'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''609'''
***''Sword strength'': '''277'''

:Part of the third wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 single-packs, Blitz Shot "Autobot Hound" is a [[redeco]] of [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Series 1 Ironhide]], transforming into a teeny pickup truck (with spoiler) with an [[Autotransformation|automatic, spring-loaded transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

:This mold was also used to make [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)#Bot Shots|Super Bot Dirt Boss]] and [[Swindle (G1)#Bot Shots|Swindle]].

===Kre-O===
[[File:KreO-Toy HoundKreon unreleased.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Where did you come from, where did you go?]]
*'''???''' (???, <s>2011</s>)
**''Accessories'': Large rifle

: A [[Kreon]] version of Hound was shown at numerous conventions in 2011 as part of a large ''[[Kre-O]]'' display; early appearances had him with shoddy stickers instead of [[tampograph]]s (but he was far from the only one), but later appearances used production samples. Samples of release-ready Hounds in sealed bags (as he would have appeared in sets) have since surfaced.

: However, it is still unknown just how Hound was originally planned to be released. It seems most likely he was going to be packed in with another character's large-build set, but ''who'' that was is unknown.

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[[File:Hound (Kre-O).jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A7317'''
**''Pieces'': '''42'''
**''Accessories'': Rack, buildable gatling gun, bazooka, jetpack, door-wing backpack

: Part of the second assortment of "Custom Kreons", Hound comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. The plastics of his torso, arms and legs have a metal-flake sheen, and his similarly-shiny [[tampograph]]s are based on the [[#Generation 1|original Hound toy]]. His "normal" helmet and bazooka are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens), plus a buildable gatling gun, a buildable jetpack, and the door-wing backpack.

: Though widely solicited, this wave of Custom Kreons ultimately never saw release outside of the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online store and Chinese-market distribution circles.

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[[File:KreO-Toy HoundC84.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|right]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': "Friendliest"
**''Accessories'': Heavy machine gun

: This version of Hound, part of the [[Kreon Class of 1984]], is based once again on the original Hound, with much more detailing based ''heavily'' on the original toy. He uses the Hound-style helmet as expected.

: He was only available in a pack of 30 Kreons dubbed "Class of 1984". This set was made for sale at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014. Remaining stock would have been sold at the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] website, but the set sold out at the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OHound/hound.htm More information on Class of 1984 Hound at TFU.info]''

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*'''Autobot Hound''' (Battle Changer, 2015)
**''Set number'': '''B2691'''
**''Pieces'': '''87'''
**''Accessories'': Long rifle, rocket launcher

:Part of the second round of Battle Changers, Hound has a Kreon core, but the limbs and body are all built up using bricks, resulting in a toy that can change from robot to jeep without disassembly/reassembly.

:All of the 2015 ''Transformers [[Kre-O]]'' product was skipped by retailers in the US (at first), seeing release in Canada, Australia and various Asian markets. In late 2015, much of the line was finally released at discount in the US through TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores, including this set.

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===Construct-Bots===
[[File:ConstructBots Elite Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Hound''' (Elite Class, 2013)
: ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Hound transforms from a jeep-like vehicle. He includes a small hand-held blaster as well as a shoulder mounted piece that evokes the hologram projector.

:Most of his parts were used to make [[Breakdown (WFC)#Construct-Bots|Breakdown]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CBHound/hound.htm More information on Hound at TFU.info]''

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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|...God, why do you hate me?]]
*'''Hound''' (2015-[[March 21|03-21]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-15'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Hound transforms from a [[super deformed]] Suzuki Hustler to a cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Hound as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Skids (G1)#Q-Transformers|Skids]].
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===Timelines===
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2015)
**''Accessories:'' [[Dia]], [[Cline]]

:Available only at [[BotCon 2015]] in a 2-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Timelines|General Optimus Prime]], Sgt. Hound is a retool of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Scoop (G1)#Generations|Scoop]] based on the cancelled [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] [[#Generation 2|Sgt. Hound]] toy, transforming into a payloader. He comes with [[Dia]] and [[Cline]], who transform into guns that can be held by Hound or plugged into pegholes his arms and legs.

:This mold was also redecoed, sans one Targetmaster, into ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#Japanese toyline|Adventure]]'' [[Roadblock (Adventure)|Roadblock]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/BCSgtHound/hound.htm More information on ''Timelines'' Sgt. Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generations===
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[[File:TF-Specialist-Autobots-Hound.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|You're just getting my hopes up. I will have 10 more toys after this without elbows...]]
*'''Specialist: Autobots''' (Multi-pack, 2014)
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, Ravage figure

:''Universe'' Deluxe Hound was re-released in a three-pack with ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Generations|Mirage]] and ''Universe'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Generations|Ironhide]], available from Hasbro Asia and [[TakaraTomy Mall]]. All three Autobots feature new metallic paint decos, and the set's [[package art]] links up to the contemporaneously-released "Specialist: Decepticons" set to form a complete image. At select stores in Asia, the set was available with a free Autobot insignia earphone cap plug.

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====Combiner Wars====
[[File:CWDlxHound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...and 7 of them won't have knees either.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)
**'''2 OF 5: [[Sky Reign]]'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun, double-barreled gun/fist/foot

:Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxe Class toys, "Autobot Hound" is a [[retool]] of ''Combiner Wars'' [[Swindle (G1)#Combiner Wars|Swindle]] (himself an extensive retooling of [[Rook (Generations)#Generations|Rook]]), transforming into a militarized jeep of indeterminable, likely-made-up model. In addition to a new head, his toy benefits from a [[Variant|running change]] from Swindle that adds two small nubs onto the rear of his smaller weapon, which allows it to be attached to his backpack as an over-shoulder blaster.

:As a ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe figure, Hound can combine with any compatible Voyager-class mold as either an arm or a leg, but his nominal placement is as [[Sky Reign]]'s left arm. He can also combine with [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber]] as a leg.

:Unfortunately, due to the internal molding of his shins, repeatedly transforming Hound will eventually create horizontal scratch marks across the hip parts of his thighs.

:Hound comes with a copy of ''The Transformers'' #41 (''Combiner Wars'' Part 4), "[[You, Me, and the Universe]]". In Canada, Latin America, and Europe, he was available in different types of [[multilingual packaging]] including a character card featuring his comic book cover/[[package art]] instead. He and the last three waves of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/CWHound/hound.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-for-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Y'know, this battle damage will make me lose my articulation...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number'': '''WFC-S9'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-13'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[March 30]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories'': "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Hound transforms from robot to Cybertronian jeep and back. He includes the "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster" and "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," which are compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], and can combine to form the "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster," or can be mounted onto his shoulder. The Refraction Blaster comes with a detachable ammo clip, which can be stored in the bed of the jeep. Hound's colors are more subdued than his other figures, and he also features "battle damage" paint applications on his bullbar and shins, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:His vehicle mode has a sculpted winch, in the center of which is a hole. If some thread is fed through, this makes his winch somewhat functional.

:Hound's package art, first seen at Summer Wonder Festival 2018,<ref>[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/siege-cybertron-defense-hot-shot-pretool-revealed/ The Allspark - Siege Cybertron Defense Hot Shot Pretool Revealed?]</ref> depicts Hound with a head resembling that of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#CyCDF|Cybertron Defense Hot Shot]], foreshadowing the [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Generations|Hot Shot retool]] for the ''[[Transformers: Generations#Selects|Selects]]'' line. Also, Hound's stock images depict his vehicle mode with an opaque green windshield, but the final product features a translucent one.

::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/content.php&contentid=3551 More information on Siege Hound at Transformers-Universe.com]''
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====Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy====
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2020)
**''Accessories:'' "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Promoting the [[Netflix]]-exclusive [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|War for Cybertron Trilogy cartoon]], this redeco of ''Siege'' Hound'' slathers ''the Autobot in an ''extensive'' paint wash coating to represent 1,000,000 years worth of weathering from battle, with additional screen-accurate battle scars.
[[File:Netflixjeep.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| You do know that a major side effect of extra battle damage is drastically hindered articulation, right?]]
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===Unite Warriors===
[[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW-EX-Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I promise, I'll lose my entire articulation after this.]]
*'''Lynxmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[October 29|10-29]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''UW-EX'''

:''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Hound is a redeco of his ''Combiner Wars'' toy with new and different paint details based on his cartoon appearance, including various yellow stripes, a star on his shoulder, and the replacement of the star on his hood with an Autobot insignia. He was only available in a [[TakaraTomy Mall]]-exclusive [[Sky Reign#Unite Warriors 2|Lynxmaster]] multi-pack.

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===Masterpiece===
[[File:MP-47 Hound.jpg|thumb|400px|Don't bother looking at my poseable joints. They're glued shut.]]
*'''Hound''' (2019-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number'': '''MP-47'''
**''Accessories'': 2 side mirrors, Hologram gun, machine gun, spare tire, gas can, key, roof cover/shield, [[Spike Witwicky (G1)#Masterpiece|Spike Witwicky]] figure, hologram effect, hologram pilot. smiling face, screaming face
:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Hound transforms from a licensed Jeep CJ-3B to a show-accurate robot, down to the [[Kibble#"Faux-parts"|shrunken]] back wheels on the sides of his feet.

: Accessories for this figure include two alternate faces (as is the standard for modern ''Masterpiece'' releases), his hologram gun (with a hologram shooting effect part), the car-mounted machine gun, a spare tire and gas can, plus a bunch of specific episode-related accessories: a figure of Spike Witwicky to represent their relation in the original 3-parter, plus the hologram driver he briefly showcased in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]" and the key for [[Ravage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ravage]]'s cage from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]". His final accessory deviates from the usual bunch of toy and cartoon-related accessories and it's entirely new: a roof cover that turns into a shield, apparently inspired by the one found on [[Hound (Movie)#Movie The Best|his live action counterpart's ''Movie The Best'' toy]] or perhaps by the folding roof that he deploys briefly in "[[Atlantis, Arise!]]". As an additional note, his head features a flip-out face shield, representing the one he used in the underwater scenes from "More than Meets the Eye, Part 2".

: Due to the engineering, the spare tire, the gas can, and the machine gun can fold up inside his feet in robot mode without the need for [[partsformer|partsforming]], but they can still be stored inside the roof cover, along with the cage key and the alternate face accessories, with the pipe and handle parts of the hologram gun being stored under the unfoldable panels in each of his lower legs.

: His jeep mode features an opening hood, and while it mainly just reveals his arms and head, there is an engine piece put in to hide his face. As an unfortunate side effect, caution needs to be taken to prevent the engine block piece from chipping the paint on his face. While he can be left faceless for the transformation, although the third face piece doesn't have room for storing it anywhere.

: For other quality control issues, the lower end of the painted thighs can also easily chip off due to the friction between the piece and the lower legs. Probably due to tolerance or design failure (or both), the panels that cover the rear section of the lower legs can be broken without careful handeling.

:Per the brand unification of TakaraTomy and Hasbro, Hound will be directly released with no changes by [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the United States and Canada.

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Milk Caramel===
[[File:Tfcaramel hound.jpg|thumb|...Yep...]]
*'''Hound''' (1985)
:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''— of Hound was released as part of the second wave of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]'' [[candy toy]] range. He came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in red, blue, and yellow.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy hound.jpg|thumb|...Toldja...]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (multi-pack, 1986)
:Hound was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Hound was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Hound was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

*'''Hound''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''17'''
:The figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Hound/hound.htm More information on Decoy Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Robot Heroes===
[[File:Robotheroeshoundblitzwing.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Not included: Awkwardly-positioned Spike.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' vs '''Blitzwing''' (2008)

:Released in the first wave of ''Universe''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Hound is posed, like many Robot Heroes, in a squat crouching pose. However, he has a few noteworthy aspects: he's one of the few Generation 1 characters to be sculpted with a handheld weapon. More surprising than that, Hound is currently the ''most'' articulated Generation 1 Robot Hero, having swivel joints at his head, shoulders and ''waist''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RHHound/hound.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Speed Stars===
====Stealth Force====
[[File:StealthForce Hound toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Missile launcher converts to missile launcher and back!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Basic, 2010)

:''[[Speed Stars]]'' "Autobot Hound" is part of the "Stealth Force" sub-line, consisting of vehicles without robot modes, but with plenty of flip-out panels with hidden weapons. The toy is a Jeep Hurricane approximation that's nearly identical to Hound's ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy, about 5% larger in length and height and about 10% larger in width. The similarities with ''Universe'' Hound aren't limited to the general vehicle design, but extend to almost absurdly faithfully recreated details such as the design of the rims, the tire patterns and even the prongs in the back that were used to attach [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on ''Universe'' Hound (sculpted in their retracted state on "Stealth Force" Hound). The biggest liberties, oddly enough, have been taken with the design of the dashboard.

:Hound's "Stealth Force" gimmick is triggered either by pulling out the front bumper or any medium amount of impact, which activates an auto-transformation mechanism that extracts all four wheels sideways and reveals non-firing weapons in the vehicle's hood, fenders, doors and trunk, and an extracting (non-concealed) missile launcher above the co-driver's seat.

:His [[package art]] is directly recycled from ''Universe'' Autobot Hound.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/SFHound/hound.htm More information on Stealth Force Hound at TFU.info]''
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===G.I. Joe and the Transformers===
*'''''The Epic Conclusion!'' box set''' (2013)
[[File:SDCC2013Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|Not even a robot mode on the last two...]]
:A [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] [[exclusive]], first available at the Hasbro Toy Shop booth at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013 and later made available via the Hasbro Toy Shop website, this is a [[redeco]] of the 2008 [[mold|sculpt]] of the ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' [[VAMP]] meant to represent Hound. The set also comes with a retooled [[Skystriker (vehicle)|Skystriker]] representing [[Jetfire (G1)/toys|Jetfire]], a new [[Snake-Eyes]] figure bearing an Autobot symbol, a [[Baroness]] figure with [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on a leash, a [[Blaster (G1)/toys|Blaster]] boombox with cassette pieces representing [[Steeljaw (G1)|Steeljaw]], [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]], and [[Eject (G1)|Eject]], and a "samurai robot warrior" based on [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]].

:The box set was announced via a ''USA Today'' [https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/life/2013/06/05/hasbro-2013-comic-con-exclusives/2392295/ article] on June 5, 2013, along with Hasbro's other Comic-Con exclusives.
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===The Loyal Subjects===
[[File:Houndtls.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|A card-carrying member of the FOC Sideswipe club.]]
:[[The Loyal Subjects]] Hound is a wave 3 chase figure, with standard articulation. He does not have any special gimmicks, and appears to be based on the original toy. For every 48 figures, there is one Hound.
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===Flame Toys===
*'''Hound''' (20??)
:Announced by [[Flame Toys]], this Hound will be part of the ''Furai Model'' line of {{w|Gundam model|Gunpla}}-style non-transforming articulated model kits.
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==Notes==
[[File:Universe Hound concept.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
* The Hound toy was originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "J59 Jeep", coming with a blue-and-white pilot figure and several IP-infringing decals.
* The ''Alternators'' version of Hound was originally planned as a Jeep Rubicon, sporting a slightly different transformation that would have somewhat reduced the back kibble. Presumably, the change from the Rubicon to the Wrangler was due to Jeep wanting their more common model featured.
* The Japanese book [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' Vol. 1]] contains concept art (by [[Don Figueroa]]) for an earlier version of ''Universe'' Hound, resembling a Humvee instead of the Jeep form of the final figure.
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==References==
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[[Category:Alternators Autobots]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Autobots]]
[[Category:Classics Autobots]]
[[Category:Combiner Wars Autobots]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 2 Autobots]]
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Masterpiece]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Timelines characters]]
[[Category:SDCC exclusives]]
[[Category:Unite Warriors Autobots]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron: Siege Autobots]]

Hound (G1)/toys

2020-02-27T20:04:12Z

Arnedarvin:

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[[File:G1 packageart Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
Just because '''Hound''' wasn't yellow enough to be a [[kid-appeal character]] doesn't mean that he doesn't have a lot of toys.

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Short but sweet.]]
*'''Hound''' (Autobot, 1984/1985)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''02'''
**''Accessories:'' "Hologram Gun", machine gun, missile launcher, 3 missiles, spare tire, gas can

:Hound was released as part of the initial Autobot assortment in 1984, transforming into a [http://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1986/2019845/mitsubishi_jeep_j59.html|Mitsubishi Jeep J59]. Mounted on the back of the [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] is a large, [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver machine gun turret which doesn't really go anywhere in [[robot mode]]. Other vehicle accessories include a spare tire and a fuel canister which also don't really go anywhere in robot mode.

:In robot mode, Hound is armed with a large, silver "holographic rifle" and a shoulder-mounted, spring-loaded, firing rocket launcher with three silver projectiles. The US version of this launcher had severely weakened springs [[for safety reasons]].

:This sculpt was used to make the [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] [[Detritus (G1)#Toys|Detritus]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-hound/51/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Hound at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Hound/hound.htm More information on Generation 1 Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generation 2===
[[File:Un autorollers.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sgt. Hound. Starring Steve Martin. (Hound is the white payloader.)]]
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Auto Roller, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': 4 missiles

:A [[redeco]] of the [[Auto Roller]] [[Roadblock (G2)#Generation 2|Roadblock]] was planned for release in 1995 as "Sgt. Hound", but was one of several redecos and molds that were canceled with the end of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'' line]]. He would have transformed into a payloader. As an [[Auto Roller]], a switch on his vehicle mode back end connects a gearing mechanism attached to his rear axle, which makes him [[autotransformation|autotransform]] from vehicle to robot mode when pushed forward, and back when pulled in reverse. His right arm ends in a spring-loaded missile launcher, while his left features a spring-gear-activated spinning circular saw. All four of his missiles can be stowed on his rear wheel wells. No known samples of the toy have surfaced.

:This mold was also used to make [[Autocrusher#Beast Wars|Autocrusher]] from ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]''.

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[[File:G2GoBotsUnmadeJeepAndCar.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We don't even exist among stuff that doesn't exist.]]
* "'''Hound'''" (Go-Bot, <s>1995</s>)
**''Accessories'': Rifle

: Part of the canceled fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]], Hound's [[alternate mode]] would have been a green military SUV with [[tampograph]]ed "U.S. Army" and "19HOUND960" markings. In robot mode, he would have featured magenta parts. Sadly, he was one of the two unreleased G2 Go-Bot sculpts whose [[mold]]s were apparently lost, therefore the sculpt was not even included with a later release of four of the (up to that point) unreleased sculpts as part of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] line.

: While unpainted [[prototype]]s of the sculpt had found their way into collectors' hands and the name "Hound" had even been rumored in association with the toy, it wasn't until 2014 that a fully painted sample surfaced, confirming the name for the first time. Shortly afterwards, the (repeatedly delayed) book ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' was released, which featured the [[package art]] that would have been used for Hound had he been released.

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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:Alternators Hound toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|At long last, I HAVE ELBOWS!!!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (2004)
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''3'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-04'''
**''Accessories'': Pistol

:For the ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' line, Hound's vehicle mode was updated to a ([[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]]) 1:24 scale {{w|Jeep Wrangler}}, with opening doors, hood (with mock engine bay) and tailgate, and a detailed interior. Hound also features [[rubber tires]] and a working, spring-loaded suspension system, similar to [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|20th Anniversary Optimus Prime]], but lacks steering. In robot mode, he greatly resembles both the original toy in detail and the Generation 1 [[character model|cartoon model]] in proportions and personality. In this form, Hound is armed with a holographic projector gun stored inside his spare tire.

:The Japanese ''Binaltech'' version of the toy is largely identical to the [[Hasbro]] version, except for the use of painted [[die-cast]] metal for numerous vehicle mode panels.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed into ''Alternators/Binaltech'' [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into ''Alternators'' [[Rollbar (G1)|Rollbar]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltHound/hound.htm More info on Alternators Hound at TFU.info]''
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===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Hound''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TFC-14'''

:In 2004, the original Hound toy was [[Generation 1 reissues|reissued]] by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their their ''[[The Transformers Collection|Transformers Collection]]'' "bookbox" reissue series. Apparently, Takara had to repair (or even recast) the [[mold]]; the reissue features several sculpting differences compared to a vintage specimen: The top end of the Jeep grille bars is now straight instead of rounded off, the headlights have sculpted detail added, the windshield hinges are more rounded off, and the formerly sharp facial details look very washed out.<ref name="reissuecomp">[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers-toys/gallery/g1-1984/hound/1670/2/ Seibertron gallery of the Transformers Collection Hound reissue], including comparisons with a vintage G1 Hound.</ref>

===Universe (2008)===
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[[File:Hounduniverselegends.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|But not anymore...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Legends, 2008)
**''Series'': Classic Series

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] figures (but the first wave to feature new-mold items, not simply ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]''-series [[redeco]]es), the first ''Universe'' Hound toy is sculpted to closely resemble his Generation 1 design, particularly in the way his vehicle mode resembles a somewhat outdated, old-fashioned army Jeep. For legal reasons, the vehicle mode has been slightly tweaked, such as sporting squared headlights and horizontal vents in the front grille, as compared to the characteristic round headlights/vertical grille vents design of a real-life Jeep. Due to his small size and [[size class|price point]], he has no weapon in either mode.

:This mold was also used to make [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] [[Hound (Movie)#Transformers .282010.29|Tracker Hound]]. It is also the basis for the non-toy character [[Mito Prime]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/LegendsHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Legends Hound at TFU.info]''

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[[File:TFU08-toy HoundDeluxe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wait, never mind! I found them!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Series'': Generation 1 Series
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:Part of the fourth wave of ''Universe'' Deluxe-class toys, this version of Hound is more of an evolution of the character rather than the reproduction the Legends class toy represents. His vehicle mode resembles a {{w|Jeep Hurricane}} concept car, once again with a modified front section that avoids the [[trademark]] Jeep look with round headlights and vertical grille vents. Hound features his familiar (non-firing) rocket launcher, which clips to the back of his seats in vehicle mode, and can be either hand-held or shoulder-mounted in robot mode (Although the latter is by no means a secure fit, and will fall off with the slightest touch.) In the area of "undocumented features", the soles of Hound's feet can pivot inwards, providing more stability for wide-stanced poses.

:Hound's vehicle-mode back-end has a pair of flip-up tabs, which are used to secure the [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage figure]] included with Hound, when Ravage is put into his "capture mode" (aka "oversized audio cassette" form). Other [[Mini-Cassette]] Transformers can fit there too, though not as well as the new Ravage.

:Hasbro's initial "hand-painted digitally touched-up prototype" [[stock photography|stock photos]] featured a slightly different color layout for Hound, with a black bullbar (painted silver on the final toy) and entirely reversed arm colors: the original stock photos feature green shoulders, black forearms with three yellow stripes and green fists, whereas the final toy has the entire arm cast out of black plastic and the ''forearms'' painted over in green, with only one thick yellow stripe per arm.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Scorch (G1)#Timelines|Turbomaster]] and served as the basis of the non-toy [[Hound (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Hound]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFUHound/hound.htm More information on Universe Deluxe Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei houndravage.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A friend to all the animals.]]
*'''Hound''' (Deluxe, 2008-[[December 27|12-27]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-13'''
**''Accessories'': Missile launcher

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Hound, ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' Hound is primarily cast in a darker shade of green plastic for a better match to his original toy and appearances in fiction. Where ''Universe'' Hound had white plastic, ''Henkei'' Hound replaces it with grey, and overall has more elaborate paint applications, such as the toy-homaging yellow stripe around the edges of his hood and silver paint on his hubcaps. As with all ''Henkei! Henkei!'' toys, Hound has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] plastic, specifically his grill guard, albeit in an unusually dark color to make it resemble dark polished metal.
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[[File:TF-Henkei-Deluxe-Detritus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Detritus (G1)|So close]]!]]
*'''Hound'''? (Deluxe class, unreleased)
:A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class [[Hound (G1)#Univ2008Dx|Autobot Hound]] in [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]]-ish colors was displayed as part of an exhibit at Transformers Expo in 2014, including a seemingly unchanged [[Ravage (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ravage]].<ref name="tfexpo1">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-masterpiece-star-saber-in-color-and-more-180923/ "TF Expo Pics - Masterpiece Star Saber In Color and More!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo2">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-2-g1-prototypes-movie-props-and-more-masterpiece-180925/ "TF Expo Pics Part 2 - G1 Prototypes, Movie Props, and More Masterpiece!"] at TFW2005.</ref><ref name="tfexpo3">[https://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/tf-expo-pics-part-4-prototypes-and-figure-displays-from-diaclone-g1-g2-beast-wars-180933/ "TF Expo Pics Part 4 - Prototypes and Figure Displays from Diaclone, G1, G2, Beast Wars"] at TFW2005.</ref>
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===Chronicle===
[[File:EZCollectionHoundToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Aww slag it!]]
*'''Hound''' (EZ Collection, 2011)

:''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' Hound is a very slight redeco of the ''Universe'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] Autobot Hound toy, with the front windshield's black paint replaced with the same gunemtal paint used for the legs. Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.
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===Bot Shots===
[[File:BStoy-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Well at least I'm still a mili...tary...]]

*'''Autobot Hound''' (2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''B012'''
***''Fist strength'': '''730'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''609'''
***''Sword strength'': '''277'''

:Part of the third wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 single-packs, Blitz Shot "Autobot Hound" is a [[redeco]] of [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Series 1 Ironhide]], transforming into a teeny pickup truck (with spoiler) with an [[Autotransformation|automatic, spring-loaded transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels.

:This mold was also used to make [[Dirt Boss (Cybertron)#Bot Shots|Super Bot Dirt Boss]] and [[Swindle (G1)#Bot Shots|Swindle]].

===Kre-O===
[[File:KreO-Toy HoundKreon unreleased.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Where did you come from, where did you go?]]
*'''???''' (???, <s>2011</s>)
**''Accessories'': Large rifle

: A [[Kreon]] version of Hound was shown at numerous conventions in 2011 as part of a large ''[[Kre-O]]'' display; early appearances had him with shoddy stickers instead of [[tampograph]]s (but he was far from the only one), but later appearances used production samples. Samples of release-ready Hounds in sealed bags (as he would have appeared in sets) have since surfaced.

: However, it is still unknown just how Hound was originally planned to be released. It seems most likely he was going to be packed in with another character's large-build set, but ''who'' that was is unknown.

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[[File:Hound (Kre-O).jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''A7317'''
**''Pieces'': '''42'''
**''Accessories'': Rack, buildable gatling gun, bazooka, jetpack, door-wing backpack

: Part of the second assortment of "Custom Kreons", Hound comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. The plastics of his torso, arms and legs have a metal-flake sheen, and his similarly-shiny [[tampograph]]s are based on the [[#Generation 1|original Hound toy]]. His "normal" helmet and bazooka are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens), plus a buildable gatling gun, a buildable jetpack, and the door-wing backpack.

: Though widely solicited, this wave of Custom Kreons ultimately never saw release outside of the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online store and Chinese-market distribution circles.

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[[File:KreO-Toy HoundC84.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|right]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': "Friendliest"
**''Accessories'': Heavy machine gun

: This version of Hound, part of the [[Kreon Class of 1984]], is based once again on the original Hound, with much more detailing based ''heavily'' on the original toy. He uses the Hound-style helmet as expected.

: He was only available in a pack of 30 Kreons dubbed "Class of 1984". This set was made for sale at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014. Remaining stock would have been sold at the [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] website, but the set sold out at the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OHound/hound.htm More information on Class of 1984 Hound at TFU.info]''

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*'''Autobot Hound''' (Battle Changer, 2015)
**''Set number'': '''B2691'''
**''Pieces'': '''87'''
**''Accessories'': Long rifle, rocket launcher

:Part of the second round of Battle Changers, Hound has a Kreon core, but the limbs and body are all built up using bricks, resulting in a toy that can change from robot to jeep without disassembly/reassembly.

:All of the 2015 ''Transformers [[Kre-O]]'' product was skipped by retailers in the US (at first), seeing release in Canada, Australia and various Asian markets. In late 2015, much of the line was finally released at discount in the US through TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores, including this set.

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===Construct-Bots===
[[File:ConstructBots Elite Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Hound''' (Elite Class, 2013)
: ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Hound transforms from a jeep-like vehicle. He includes a small hand-held blaster as well as a shoulder mounted piece that evokes the hologram projector.

:Most of his parts were used to make [[Breakdown (WFC)#Construct-Bots|Breakdown]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CBHound/hound.htm More information on Hound at TFU.info]''

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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|...God, why do you hate me?]]
*'''Hound''' (2015-[[March 21|03-21]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-15'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Hound transforms from a [[super deformed]] Suzuki Hustler to a cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Hound as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Skids (G1)#Q-Transformers|Skids]].
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===Timelines===
*'''Sgt. Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2015)
**''Accessories:'' [[Dia]], [[Cline]]

:Available only at [[BotCon 2015]] in a 2-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Timelines|General Optimus Prime]], Sgt. Hound is a retool of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Scoop (G1)#Generations|Scoop]] based on the cancelled [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] [[#Generation 2|Sgt. Hound]] toy, transforming into a payloader. He comes with [[Dia]] and [[Cline]], who transform into guns that can be held by Hound or plugged into pegholes his arms and legs.

:This mold was also redecoed, sans one Targetmaster, into ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#Japanese toyline|Adventure]]'' [[Roadblock (Adventure)|Roadblock]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/BCSgtHound/hound.htm More information on ''Timelines'' Sgt. Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Generations===
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[[File:TF-Specialist-Autobots-Hound.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|You're just getting my hopes up. I will have 10 more toys after this without elbows...]]
*'''Specialist: Autobots''' (Multi-pack, 2014)
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, Ravage figure

:''Universe'' Deluxe Hound was re-released in a three-pack with ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Mirage (G1)/toys#Generations|Mirage]] and ''Universe'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Generations|Ironhide]], available from Hasbro Asia and [[TakaraTomy Mall]]. All three Autobots feature new metallic paint decos, and the set's [[package art]] links up to the contemporaneously-released "Specialist: Decepticons" set to form a complete image. At select stores in Asia, the set was available with a free Autobot insignia earphone cap plug.

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====Combiner Wars====
[[File:CWDlxHound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...and 7 of them won't have knees either.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)
**'''2 OF 5: [[Sky Reign]]'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun, double-barreled gun/fist/foot

:Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxe Class toys, "Autobot Hound" is a [[retool]] of ''Combiner Wars'' [[Swindle (G1)#Combiner Wars|Swindle]] (himself an extensive retooling of [[Rook (Generations)#Generations|Rook]]), transforming into a militarized jeep of indeterminable, likely-made-up model. In addition to a new head, his toy benefits from a [[Variant|running change]] from Swindle that adds two small nubs onto the rear of his smaller weapon, which allows it to be attached to his backpack as an over-shoulder blaster.

:As a ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe figure, Hound can combine with any compatible Voyager-class mold as either an arm or a leg, but his nominal placement is as [[Sky Reign]]'s left arm. He can also combine with [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber]] as a leg.

:Unfortunately, due to the internal molding of his shins, repeatedly transforming Hound will eventually create horizontal scratch marks across the hip parts of his thighs.

:Hound comes with a copy of ''The Transformers'' #41 (''Combiner Wars'' Part 4), "[[You, Me, and the Universe]]". In Canada, Latin America, and Europe, he was available in different types of [[multilingual packaging]] including a character card featuring his comic book cover/[[package art]] instead. He and the last three waves of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/CWHound/hound.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-for-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Y'know, this battle damage will make me lose my articulation...]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number'': '''WFC-S9'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-13'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[March 30]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories'': "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Hound transforms from robot to Cybertronian jeep and back. He includes the "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster" and "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," which are compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], and can combine to form the "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster," or can be mounted onto his shoulder. The Refraction Blaster comes with a detachable ammo clip, which can be stored in the bed of the jeep. Hound's colors are more subdued than his other figures, and he also features "battle damage" paint applications on his bullbar and shins, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:His vehicle mode has a sculpted winch, in the center of which is a hole. If some thread is fed through, this makes his winch somewhat functional.

:Hound's package art, first seen at Summer Wonder Festival 2018,<ref>[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/siege-cybertron-defense-hot-shot-pretool-revealed/ The Allspark - Siege Cybertron Defense Hot Shot Pretool Revealed?]</ref> depicts Hound with a head resembling that of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#CyCDF|Cybertron Defense Hot Shot]], foreshadowing the [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Generations|Hot Shot retool]] for the ''[[Transformers: Generations#Selects|Selects]]'' line. Also, Hound's stock images depict his vehicle mode with an opaque green windshield, but the final product features a translucent one.

[[File:Netflixjeep.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| You do know that a major side effect of extra battle damage is drastically hindered articulation, right?]]
::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/content.php&contentid=3551 More information on Siege Hound at Transformers-Universe.com]''
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====Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy====
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Deluxe Class, 2020)
**''Accessories:'' "W-5 Holo-Beam Refraction Blaster," "RT-10 IR Electro-Scope Launcher," ammo clip (combine to form "HD Vector-Beam Mega-Blaster")
:Promoting the [[Netflix]]-exclusive [[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|War for Cybertron Trilogy cartoon]], this redeco of ''Siege'' Hound'' slathers ''the Autobot in an ''extensive'' paint wash coating to represent 1,000,000 years worth of weathering from battle, with additional screen-accurate battle scars.

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===Unite Warriors===
[[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW-EX-Hound.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I promise, I'll lose my entire articulation after this.]]
*'''Lynxmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[October 29|10-29]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''UW-EX'''

:''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Hound is a redeco of his ''Combiner Wars'' toy with new and different paint details based on his cartoon appearance, including various yellow stripes, a star on his shoulder, and the replacement of the star on his hood with an Autobot insignia. He was only available in a [[TakaraTomy Mall]]-exclusive [[Sky Reign#Unite Warriors 2|Lynxmaster]] multi-pack.

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===Masterpiece===
[[File:MP-47 Hound.jpg|thumb|400px|Don't bother looking at my poseable joints. They're glued shut.]]
*'''Hound''' (2019-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number'': '''MP-47'''
**''Accessories'': 2 side mirrors, Hologram gun, machine gun, spare tire, gas can, key, roof cover/shield, [[Spike Witwicky (G1)#Masterpiece|Spike Witwicky]] figure, hologram effect, hologram pilot. smiling face, screaming face
:''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Hound transforms from a licensed Jeep CJ-3B to a show-accurate robot, down to the [[Kibble#"Faux-parts"|shrunken]] back wheels on the sides of his feet.

: Accessories for this figure include two alternate faces (as is the standard for modern ''Masterpiece'' releases), his hologram gun (with a hologram shooting effect part), the car-mounted machine gun, a spare tire and gas can, plus a bunch of specific episode-related accessories: a figure of Spike Witwicky to represent their relation in the original 3-parter, plus the hologram driver he briefly showcased in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]" and the key for [[Ravage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ravage]]'s cage from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]". His final accessory deviates from the usual bunch of toy and cartoon-related accessories and it's entirely new: a roof cover that turns into a shield, apparently inspired by the one found on [[Hound (Movie)#Movie The Best|his live action counterpart's ''Movie The Best'' toy]] or perhaps by the folding roof that he deploys briefly in "[[Atlantis, Arise!]]". As an additional note, his head features a flip-out face shield, representing the one he used in the underwater scenes from "More than Meets the Eye, Part 2".

: Due to the engineering, the spare tire, the gas can, and the machine gun can fold up inside his feet in robot mode without the need for [[partsformer|partsforming]], but they can still be stored inside the roof cover, along with the cage key and the alternate face accessories, with the pipe and handle parts of the hologram gun being stored under the unfoldable panels in each of his lower legs.

: His jeep mode features an opening hood, and while it mainly just reveals his arms and head, there is an engine piece put in to hide his face. As an unfortunate side effect, caution needs to be taken to prevent the engine block piece from chipping the paint on his face. While he can be left faceless for the transformation, although the third face piece doesn't have room for storing it anywhere.

: For other quality control issues, the lower end of the painted thighs can also easily chip off due to the friction between the piece and the lower legs. Probably due to tolerance or design failure (or both), the panels that cover the rear section of the lower legs can be broken without careful handeling.

:Per the brand unification of TakaraTomy and Hasbro, Hound will be directly released with no changes by [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the United States and Canada.

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Milk Caramel===
[[File:Tfcaramel hound.jpg|thumb|...Yep...]]
*'''Hound''' (1985)
:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''— of Hound was released as part of the second wave of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]'' [[candy toy]] range. He came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in red, blue, and yellow.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy hound.jpg|thumb|...Toldja...]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (multi-pack, 1986)
:Hound was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Hound was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Hound was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

*'''Hound''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''17'''
:The figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Hound/hound.htm More information on Decoy Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Robot Heroes===
[[File:Robotheroeshoundblitzwing.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Not included: Awkwardly-positioned Spike.]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' vs '''Blitzwing''' (2008)

:Released in the first wave of ''Universe''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Hound is posed, like many Robot Heroes, in a squat crouching pose. However, he has a few noteworthy aspects: he's one of the few Generation 1 characters to be sculpted with a handheld weapon. More surprising than that, Hound is currently the ''most'' articulated Generation 1 Robot Hero, having swivel joints at his head, shoulders and ''waist''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/RHHound/hound.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Hound at TFU.info]''
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===Speed Stars===
====Stealth Force====
[[File:StealthForce Hound toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Missile launcher converts to missile launcher and back!]]
*'''Autobot Hound''' (Basic, 2010)

:''[[Speed Stars]]'' "Autobot Hound" is part of the "Stealth Force" sub-line, consisting of vehicles without robot modes, but with plenty of flip-out panels with hidden weapons. The toy is a Jeep Hurricane approximation that's nearly identical to Hound's ''Universe'' Deluxe Class toy, about 5% larger in length and height and about 10% larger in width. The similarities with ''Universe'' Hound aren't limited to the general vehicle design, but extend to almost absurdly faithfully recreated details such as the design of the rims, the tire patterns and even the prongs in the back that were used to attach [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on ''Universe'' Hound (sculpted in their retracted state on "Stealth Force" Hound). The biggest liberties, oddly enough, have been taken with the design of the dashboard.

:Hound's "Stealth Force" gimmick is triggered either by pulling out the front bumper or any medium amount of impact, which activates an auto-transformation mechanism that extracts all four wheels sideways and reveals non-firing weapons in the vehicle's hood, fenders, doors and trunk, and an extracting (non-concealed) missile launcher above the co-driver's seat.

:His [[package art]] is directly recycled from ''Universe'' Autobot Hound.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/SFHound/hound.htm More information on Stealth Force Hound at TFU.info]''
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===G.I. Joe and the Transformers===
*'''''The Epic Conclusion!'' box set''' (2013)
[[File:SDCC2013Hound.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|Not even a robot mode on the last two...]]
:A [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] [[exclusive]], first available at the Hasbro Toy Shop booth at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013 and later made available via the Hasbro Toy Shop website, this is a [[redeco]] of the 2008 [[mold|sculpt]] of the ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' [[VAMP]] meant to represent Hound. The set also comes with a retooled [[Skystriker (vehicle)|Skystriker]] representing [[Jetfire (G1)/toys|Jetfire]], a new [[Snake-Eyes]] figure bearing an Autobot symbol, a [[Baroness]] figure with [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]] on a leash, a [[Blaster (G1)/toys|Blaster]] boombox with cassette pieces representing [[Steeljaw (G1)|Steeljaw]], [[Ramhorn (G1)|Ramhorn]], and [[Eject (G1)|Eject]], and a "samurai robot warrior" based on [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]].

:The box set was announced via a ''USA Today'' [https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/life/2013/06/05/hasbro-2013-comic-con-exclusives/2392295/ article] on June 5, 2013, along with Hasbro's other Comic-Con exclusives.
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===The Loyal Subjects===
[[File:Houndtls.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|A card-carrying member of the FOC Sideswipe club.]]
:[[The Loyal Subjects]] Hound is a wave 3 chase figure, with standard articulation. He does not have any special gimmicks, and appears to be based on the original toy. For every 48 figures, there is one Hound.
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===Flame Toys===
*'''Hound''' (20??)
:Announced by [[Flame Toys]], this Hound will be part of the ''Furai Model'' line of {{w|Gundam model|Gunpla}}-style non-transforming articulated model kits.
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==Notes==
[[File:Universe Hound concept.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
* The Hound toy was originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "J59 Jeep", coming with a blue-and-white pilot figure and several IP-infringing decals.
* The ''Alternators'' version of Hound was originally planned as a Jeep Rubicon, sporting a slightly different transformation that would have somewhat reduced the back kibble. Presumably, the change from the Rubicon to the Wrangler was due to Jeep wanting their more common model featured.
* The Japanese book [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' Vol. 1]] contains concept art (by [[Don Figueroa]]) for an earlier version of ''Universe'' Hound, resembling a Humvee instead of the Jeep form of the final figure.
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==References==
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[[Category:Alternators Autobots]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Autobots]]
[[Category:Classics Autobots]]
[[Category:Combiner Wars Autobots]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 2 Autobots]]
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Masterpiece]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Timelines characters]]
[[Category:SDCC exclusives]]
[[Category:Unite Warriors Autobots]]
[[Category:Universe (2008)]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron: Siege Autobots]]

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Snapdragon (G1)

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{{disambig2|the Decepticon Horrorcon from Generation 1|the Decepticon from ''Animated''|Snapdragon (Animated)}}
:''Snapdragon is a [[Decepticon]] [[Horrorcon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:G1Snapdragon boxart.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Surprisingly, mauling Daniel did not make him an instant fan favorite.]]
What [[Blot (G1)|Blot]] does through carelessness, '''Snapdragon''' does with deliberation. He loves nothing more than bathing in putrid grease pits or, if those aren't available, the running fuel from his victims' corpses. His bouts of animalistic fury and sheer love of destruction would make him an excellent warrior if not for the fact that he's also as lazy as the [[Empty|Empties]] in the [[Dead End (place)|Dead End]]. His personal quarters are littered with alarm clocks shot to fragments by laser fire because Snapdragon just wasn't motivated to kill and maim that morning. His fellow Decepticons know they risk suffering a similar fate if they try to wake him, but often risk it in the hopes of channeling Snapdragon's rage towards the Autobots. Woe to the Autobot warrior who faces Snapdragon without his beauty rest. However, his laziness and appalling personal habits make him unwelcome among his fellow Decepticons, except for the equally thuggish [[Apeface]].

He is [[Binary bonding|binary bonded]] with [[Krunk]], who somehow makes him even worse.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Dan Gilvezan]] (English), [[Takao Ishii]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Snapdragon-Apeface.jpg|left|upright=0.95|thumb|"You smell, Snapdragon". "And you're annoying, Apeface."
"Good point. Let's be friends."]]
Snapdragon was one of the Decepticon animals who attacked [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]] as a diversion, so that the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] could steal the Key to the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]]. After a quick game of "kick the can" with [[Freeway (G1)|Freeway]], Snapdragon retreated and joined [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]]'s unit in journeying to the Chamber, where the Sweeps leader fouled up and lost the Key to the Autobots. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] sent Snapdragon and the others with Scourge, as they tracked the Autobots who recovered the Key to [[Nebulos]]. While there, Snapdragon caught [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]]'s hand in his jaws, prompting [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]] to leap to her defense. Snapdragon then mauled Daniel, leaving him for dead as the Decepticons cleared out with their prisoners. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1}}

Unfortunately, the mauling of Daniel led the remaining Autobots to develop [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmasters]], and they rescued their friends from Snapdragon's Decepticons. When his leaders made a deal with the evil [[Hive (G1)|Hive]] to counter the Autobots' advantage, Snapdragon gave up his head (well, one of them) to be [[Binary bonding|binary-bonded]] to the Nebulan known as [[Krunk]]. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

After the Decepticons recovered the Key, they fled Nebulos and returned to Cybertron in [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], the massive battle platform created by the Hive ruler, [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]]. Although they reunited with Galvatron, the Decepticon Headmasters and Targetmasters were forced to contend with an Autobot battle platform of equal ferocity...[[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]. Eventually, Snapdragon and the Decepticons were trapped on board Scorponok when an explosion of plasma energy rocketed them out into space, leaving Cybertron behind. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Headmasters'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuo Oka]] (Japanese)}}
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Snapdragon and Apeface were loyal followers of Scorponok on the planet [[Master (planet)|Master]]. Before the Headmasters of Evil abandoned Master to join the Decepticons, the duo were captured and banished into the depths of space by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress]] and his allies for their crimes. Sometime later, they were found and contacted by [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]], who brought them into the Decepticon ranks. Snapdragon and Apeface accompanied "[[Sixshot|Galvatron]]" to [[Shangri-La Island]] for the peace talks with [[Spike Witwicky (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Spike Witwicky]]. Fighting broke out after the Autobots traveling with Spike learned Galvatron was a fake, and the Decepticons were planning to attack other energy storages in the universe. {{storylink|Daniel Faces His Biggest Crisis Ever!!}}

[[File:Horrorcons Daros.jpg|thumb|left]]
Snapdragon and Apeface joined Galvatron on his trek throughout the universe for more energy and quickly became his favorite warriors. When they invaded the beehive world of [[Hive (planet)|Hive]], Galvatron took Sixshot and the Horrorcons with him and just told the other Headmasters to keep a light on for them. {{storylink|Fight to the Death on Planet Hive!!}} They were also active on the [[Twin Star]] planets, searching in vain for more energy on [[Twin Star|Sperity]] when the Autobot Headmasters arrived. {{storylink|Battle for Defense of the False Planet}} On [[Daros]], Apeface and Snapdragon were Galvatron's guests as he met with the corrupt governor, and they later joined Sixshot in a fight with the Headmasters. They were doing okay until [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and friends pulled out a 50-foot gun. It...didn't go well after that. {{storylink|Find MegaZarak's Weak Spot!!}} On the [[Pirate Planet]], the Horrorcons helped the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] recover the skull key from [[Fastlane]] and [[Cloudraker (G1)|Cloudraker]]. Snapdragon was also involved in Galvatron's efforts to use the key and raid the pirates' pyramid. {{storylink|Mystery of the Space Pirate Ship}}

[[File:Horrorcons Doublecross.jpg|thumb]]
As the Decepticons returned to Earth, Snapdragon and Apeface began working for Sixshot on Earth. They were assembled alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]]. The duo fought the [[Monsterbot]] named [[Doublecross]], although he was almost too busy arguing with himself to notice. They later traveled to Autobot City and picked a fight with [[Raiden]], preventing him from entering the battle between Sixshot and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] that led to the Autobot City Commander's death. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} Sixshot continued to employ Snapdragon and Apeface's services on Earth, as the Decepticons unleashed five simultaneous attacks on Autobot outposts on the planet. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}}

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As Scorponok abandoned Earth in favor of conquering [[Master (planet)|Master]], Snapdragon was one of his many troops seen attacking the planet's fortifications. After the Autobots arrived on Master, Apeface and Snapdragon were triple-teamed by the new [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]]s. Perhaps not considering the Horrorcons worthy of exerting their new powers, [[Pointblank]] and the Targetmasters spent the whole battle unarmed and in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], and still royally smacked the chips out of the two Decepticons. {{storylink|Miraculous Warriors, Targetmasters (Part 2)}} When the Decepticons kidnapped [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]], the Horrorcons stood guard outside the [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]] base. In vehicle mode, Chromedome and Danny zoomed right past them and up the ramp into the headquarters. Considering the rescue mission continued unmolested from then on, apparently Snapdragon and Apeface decided it was just a sudden wind that knocked them on their skidplates. {{storylink|The Master Sword Is in Danger!!}} Later, while Scorponok was finishing the final touches on his [[Zarak Shield]], Snapdragon and Apeface went with Sixshot on a diversionary patrol to keep the Autobots busy. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} They also battled the Autobots on the asteroid [[Pallas]] while MegaZarak was undergoing repairs. {{storylink|Duel on the Asteroid}}

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Snapdragon and Apeface returned to Earth with Scorponok for his final scheme to annihilate the planet using [[Death Tower]]s made of [[crysmagnetal]]. As the Decepticons finished preparations for their fourth tower in Egypt, the Battleship Maximus arrived to put in an appearance. [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]]'s trio was the first to intercept the battleship and engage the enemy, but Apeface and Snapdragon were quick to follow. Unfortunately, Weirdwolf was leading his men in a rather bizarre and unstable totem pole maneuver, which only got worse after the Horrorcons hopped on top of [[Mindwipe (G1)|Mindwipe]]. At that point, Fortress simply hit the gas, causing the "tower of power" to topple over the side. Snapdragon was also present at the final battle between the Autobots and Decepticons at the North Pole. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}
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====''The Headmasters'' manga====
Apeface and Snapdragon searched for a weapon of unbelievable power known as the [[Charge Arrow]]. Equipped to fire only a single shot, the Charge Arrow was still highly coveted due to its ability to harness countless amounts of energy. They located it at the [[Tower of Omega]] on a distant planet, but were opposed by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]]. Chromedome tried to wield the Charge Arrow against the Horrorcons, but to their delight he failed to make it work properly. Filled with a sense of triumph, Apeface and Snapdragon mercilessly beat the Autobot Headmaster before advancing on Daniel. Seeing his friend in trouble, Chromedome summoned the [[burning justice]] necessary to wield the Charge Arrow, and used it to blast Apeface between the eyes. The backwash of energy consumed the two Horrorcons, and they fell to a burning crash off the side of the tower. {{storylink|The Headmasters issue 5|The Headmasters #5}}

====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga====
Snapdragon appeared among the united Decepticon forces under [[Devil Z]], and threatened the Autobot Masterforce with an attack on Earth. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
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Snapdragon was a Triple Changer working for [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He participated in a raid on an Autobot city, leading to its incineration and the capture of several of its inhabitants. As the Decepticons marched their captives towards their doom in the [[smelting pool]]s however, they were ambushed by a squadron led by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Fortress Maximus]] and forced to retreat. {{storylink|Ring of Hate!}} Shortly after, the Decepticons were suitably perturbed when their chief opponents suddenly vanished off the face of the planet. They eventually found their enemies when Lord [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]] of [[Nebulos]] sent a [[Transwarp|subspace]] message to Cybertron, asking for help in ridding his world of the Autobots. Snapdragon and the others arrived on Nebulos, ready to destroy their enemies and plunder the planet for resources, taking Zarak and his band of followers prisoner in the process. In battle, Fortress Maximus and his fellow warriors drove off Scorponok's crew with their new [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] powers. {{storylink|Broken Glass!}} The Decepticons went on to rampage on Nebulos, but a group containing the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and the Horrorcons were sent fleeing by the Autobot Headmasters and the [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]]. Realizing the Headmasters' superiority in combat, Scorponok arranged a deal with Zarak to [[binary bonding|binary bond]] his warriors with the captive Nebulans. Snapdragon was binary bonded to Zarak's personal bodyguard, [[Krunk]]. The Autobots and Decepticons again battled, with the Autobot Headmasters losing the rematch. {{Storylink|Love and Steel!}}

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''When the Autobot Headmasters attempted to rescue the Autobot Targetmasters from the Decepticons, their evil counterparts were sent out after them to feign a defeat, and lure them into an ambush helmed by Scorponok. During the initial fight, Apeface and Snapdragon chased [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] through the air, until the latter was shot down by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]]. Snapdragon then assumed his beast mode to chomp down on Chromedome, only to get blasted by Highbrow and crumpling to the ground. The rest of the Decepticons were shortly thereafter "defeated," allowing Scorponok to eventually corner the Autobots within the [[Fortress of Despair]].'' {{Storylink|Worlds Apart!}}

''Snapdragon later watched Scorponok in a faux duel against Fortress Maximus; a diversion set-up so that the Decepticons could steal a fuel convertor. Once [[Triggerhappy (G1)|Triggerhappy]] had secured the device, the duel was brought to a premature end, and Snapdragon helped Apeface fly Scorponok to safety.'' {{storylink|The Final Conflict}}

{{note|The events in this UK story differ in significant ways to the [[The Transformers: Headmasters|Headmasters]] mini-series.}}

Snapdragon joined the other Decepticons in hunting down the rest of the Autobots, causing destruction across Nebulos. One conflict took him to the [[Mercury Gardens of Melanossus]], where he helped slay several [[generic|Autobots]], forcing the few that survived the slaughter to flee back to their headquarters in Nebulos's swamps. {{Storylink|Brothers in Armor!!}} When the Autobots left Nebulos for [[Earth]], the Decepticons followed and battled them there, only to lose. {{Storylink|Trial by Fire!}}

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''Apeface and Snapdragon were utilized by Scorponok in a trap for Highbrow. Apeface was damaged in the process and Scorponok's head stolen.'' {{storylink|All in the Minds!}} ''Snapdragon and the others hunted down Highbrow to retrieve their leader's head. They succeeded at reuniting Scorponok's components, but they were soon faced with the danger of [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] and the [[time rift]], necessitating an alliance between the Autobots and the Decepticons. However, when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]] accidentally shot Scorponok while he was attacking Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons turned on the Autobot. While [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] dealt with the mad Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons carried their leader to safety.'' {{Storylink|Time Wars}}

[[File:Nightbeatsnapdragon.jpg|upright=0.9|thumb|Snapdragon doesn't care for your Nightbeat love.]]
Later, when Scorponok's forces met up with [[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]]'s Decepticons, Snapdragon accompanied his lord to the two leaders' initial meeting. When both forces fought over future ownership of the [[Underbase]], Snapdragon found himself rolled over by [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]]. {{storylink|Cold War!}} He recovered in time to attack the Autobots who soon joined the battle. The Horrorcons personally swooped in to attack Fortress Maximus, but were blasted off by [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]. {{storylink|Dark Star}}

Snapdragon stood in a Decepticon audience demanding an explanation for Scorponok accepting [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]] back into the Decepticon ranks. {{storylink|The Primal Scream|Primal Scream}} Much later, Snapdragon fell under [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command and joined his invasion of [[Klo]]. {{storylink|The Last Autobot?}} There, the Decepticons successfully ambushed the Autobots. However, Snapdragon's head was blown off soon after by Blaster, in a counter-attack led by the newly resurrected Optimus Prime. {{Storylink|End of the Road! (US)|End of the Road!}}

===Ladybird Generation 1 books===
Snapdragon was among the Decepticons searching for energy on [[Nebulos]]. Aware that the Autobots were up to something, Apeface's first instinct was to destroy whatever it was. [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] soon determined that the Autobots had built an oil pipeline, and had [[Apeface]] and Snapdragon tear up a part of it. The Decepticons proceeded to lay in wait and attempted to ambush [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] when the pair repaired the pipe. The Autobots managed to get away however, when the Decepticons slipped over on the spilled oil. {{storylink|Autobots Strike Oil}}

===Swamp of the Scorpion===
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[[File:Swamp of the Scorpion Snapdragon.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1]]
Snapdragon and his Nebulan ally Krunk were under the command of Lord Zarak while the later attempted to steal Nebulos's oil. Opposing him was [[you|a young Nebulan]] and the Autobot Highbrow. The outcome of the battles that ensued depended on your decisions! {{storylink|Swamp of the Scorpion}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
While occupying [[Sensensica]] with [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snap Trap]] and [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)|Hun-Grrr]], Snapdragon was heavily beaten by the Autobot forces of the ''[[Lost Light]]''. {{storylink|Before & After}} Imprisoned aboard their ship, {{storylink|Under Cold Blue Stars}} he was returned to Cybertron where he and the other prisoners broke out and attempted to rescue [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] from his trial. Megatron rejected their help, however, and the Decepticons were swiftly beaten down and recaptured, Snapdragon himself being beaten by [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]]. {{storylink|World, Shut Your Mouth Part 3: Predestination: A Beginner's Guide|Predestination: A Beginner's Guide}}

==Commercial appearances==
Snapdragon and [[Apeface]] were created by [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] deep in the canyons of Nebulon. Set loose, the Horrorcons proceeded to try out all three of their modes before wrecking up some nearby rock formations. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Horrorcons|Headmaster Horrorcons commercial}}

==Games==
===''The Transformers'' (PS2)===
[[File:TF PS2 Snapdragon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
{{bigquote|Headmaster Horrorcon, Snapdragon! Transformed into a dragon, nothing can withstand his teeth and claws. |The Narrator|''[[The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers]]''}}
{{voiceactor|[[Russ Veillard]] (English)}}

====Autobot story====
While Optimus Prime's squad team explored the geothermal power plant, Snapdragon ambushed them. He dropped from the ceiling in his dragon mode and transformed to [[robot mode]], giving his thanks to the Autobots for coming, but told them it was time for them to go home. Determined to stop the Decepticons, the Autobots soundly defeated Snapdragon. The Headmaster decided to leave while he was still functional, Snapdragon transformed to his jet form and fled the power plant. Snapdragon later reappeared for a rematch with the Autobot squad in a valley where the Autobots had detected an SOS signal. He lost again. He tried again one last time before they reached ELTA. He still lost.

====Decepticon story====
Snapdragon was a member of a team that Megatron sent to investigate a mysterious UFO that was spotted in the area of Zel Samine. Something caused the team to lose contact with the main Decepticon forces, and they found out that they could not leave the planet, as Zel's sun, Paradius, emitted electromagnetic rays that was harmful to them. Unable to contact Megatron and with no way to leave the planet safely, Snapdragon and the others scattered across Zel.

When the Decepticon forces went to Zel in order to investigate, they found Snapdragon at the Jaad wind power plant in his dragon mode. When he spotted them, he expressed relief at having found his friends, and transformed to robot mode. The Headmaster Decepticon complained about how it took so long for him to find his fellow Decepticons, explaining that fighting Autobots on his own was hard. Megatron was pleased to see Snapdragon, telling him that it time for him to rejoin the Decepticon forces. Snapdragon promised that he would and saluted his leader. {{storylink|The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers}}

===''Transformers Legends''===
Snapdragon and [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] grew tired of waiting around Decepticon headquarters, and decided to set up a false distress signal to lure Autobots into a trap. [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]], [[Blades (G1)|Blades]], [[Groove (G1)|Groove]], and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] responded to the false alarm and, despite the duo's schemes, rebuffed the Decepticons' assault. {{storylink|False Alarm}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1toy Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|Apeface gets three new toys and I don't? This will not be forgotten.]]
*'''Snapdragon with Krunk''' (1987)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''D-100'''

:Snapdragon transforms into a jet heavily based on the SR-71 Blackbird spy plane, and also a 'reptile mode', which resembles a generic large theropod dinosaur. His jet mode has two detachable fins, while his reptile mode can have his two guns mounted on its back. His Headmaster partner, Krunk, is both his [[robot mode]] head and his reptile mode head (which is simply the robot mode head flipped on its back).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Snapdragon/snapdragon.htm More information on Snapdragon at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/instructions/decepticon/1987/instr_snapdragon.jpg Instruction booklet for Snapdragon at Botchthecrab.com]''
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===Generations===
[[File:Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb| "What do you mean, 'No second titan master'?"]]
*'''Snapdragon''' (Voyager, 2020)
:The first offical release for the character in decades, ''Earthrise'' Snapdragon is a brand-new voyager class mold, and much like Apeface before him, his Titan master head forms the upper teeth and lower jaw of his dino mode.

==Notes==
*One of the many confusing glitches in ''[[The Rebirth]]'' is the fact that, while Krunk and Spasma were clearly designed to transform into both the robot and animal heads of their partners, the Horrorcons retained their [[beast mode]] heads even when their Nebulan partners were separated from them.
*According to [[The Transformers (PS2)|Atlus's ''Transformers'' video game]], Snapdragon's reptilian [[alternate mode]] is, in fact, a [[dragon]].
*In the Japanese ''[[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|The Headmasters]]'' series, Krunk does not exist as a separate entity from Snapdragon; like all Headmasters, the large robot is just a lifeless [[transtector]] body controlled entirely by the head unit. While the toy of Snapdragon's head unit was referred to as "Krunk" when separated from the larger robot body, the head unit was not referred to by this, or any, separate name in the cartoon.
*The Latin American Spanish translation of the ''Headmasters'' cartoon presents some problems with Snapdragon's name. On Snapdragon's first appearance, Galvatron calls him "Zela". (However, it's a bit hard to understand; if you don't listen carefully, it sounds like he says "Zedda", which has caused further confusion.) Then Snapdragon presents himself as "Ozela", after which both the narrator and Chromedome call him "Zela". Later, Hardhead calls him "Zedda", and finally, Galvatron calls him "Zela" again. This would seem to make "Zela" his official name, since it's used the most frequently. This is neither the first nor the last dubbing mistake in the series.
*In the same Spanish dub, he calls himself "el dragón indestructible" (the indestructible dragon).

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Snapdragon''' (スナップドラゴン ''Sunappudoragon''), '''Krunk''' (クランク ''Kuranku'', see above)
*''French:'' '''Vildragon''' (Canada)
*''Italian:'' '''Tifon'''
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuánglóng''' (China, 狂龙, "Crazysaur")
*''Spanish:'' '''Zela''' (Latin America, but see "Notes" section above)
*''Russian:'' '''Khvostozavr''' (Хвостозавр ''Tailsaur'')

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Snapdragon (G1)

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{{disambig2|the Decepticon Horrorcon from Generation 1|the Decepticon from ''Animated''|Snapdragon (Animated)}}
:''Snapdragon is a [[Decepticon]] [[Horrorcon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:G1Snapdragon boxart.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Surprisingly, mauling Daniel did not make him an instant fan favorite.]]
What [[Blot (G1)|Blot]] does through carelessness, '''Snapdragon''' does with deliberation. He loves nothing more than bathing in putrid grease pits or, if those aren't available, the running fuel from his victims' corpses. His bouts of animalistic fury and sheer love of destruction would make him an excellent warrior if not for the fact that he's also as lazy as the [[Empty|Empties]] in the [[Dead End (place)|Dead End]]. His personal quarters are littered with alarm clocks shot to fragments by laser fire because Snapdragon just wasn't motivated to kill and maim that morning. His fellow Decepticons know they risk suffering a similar fate if they try to wake him, but often risk it in the hopes of channeling Snapdragon's rage towards the Autobots. Woe to the Autobot warrior who faces Snapdragon without his beauty rest. However, his laziness and appalling personal habits make him unwelcome among his fellow Decepticons, except for the equally thuggish [[Apeface]].

He is [[Binary bonding|binary bonded]] with [[Krunk]], who somehow makes him even worse.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Dan Gilvezan]] (English), [[Takao Ishii]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Snapdragon-Apeface.jpg|left|upright=0.95|thumb|"You smell, Snapdragon". "And you're annoying, Apeface."
"Good point. Let's be friends."]]
Snapdragon was one of the Decepticon animals who attacked [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]] as a diversion, so that the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] could steal the Key to the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]]. After a quick game of "kick the can" with [[Freeway (G1)|Freeway]], Snapdragon retreated and joined [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]]'s unit in journeying to the Chamber, where the Sweeps leader fouled up and lost the Key to the Autobots. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] sent Snapdragon and the others with Scourge, as they tracked the Autobots who recovered the Key to [[Nebulos]]. While there, Snapdragon caught [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]]'s hand in his jaws, prompting [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]] to leap to her defense. Snapdragon then mauled Daniel, leaving him for dead as the Decepticons cleared out with their prisoners. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1}}

Unfortunately, the mauling of Daniel led the remaining Autobots to develop [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmasters]], and they rescued their friends from Snapdragon's Decepticons. When his leaders made a deal with the evil [[Hive (G1)|Hive]] to counter the Autobots' advantage, Snapdragon gave up his head (well, one of them) to be [[Binary bonding|binary-bonded]] to the Nebulan known as [[Krunk]]. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

After the Decepticons recovered the Key, they fled Nebulos and returned to Cybertron in [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], the massive battle platform created by the Hive ruler, [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]]. Although they reunited with Galvatron, the Decepticon Headmasters and Targetmasters were forced to contend with an Autobot battle platform of equal ferocity...[[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]. Eventually, Snapdragon and the Decepticons were trapped on board Scorponok when an explosion of plasma energy rocketed them out into space, leaving Cybertron behind. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Headmasters'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuo Oka]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Horrorcons first app.jpg|thumb]]
Snapdragon and Apeface were loyal followers of Scorponok on the planet [[Master (planet)|Master]]. Before the Headmasters of Evil abandoned Master to join the Decepticons, the duo were captured and banished into the depths of space by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress]] and his allies for their crimes. Sometime later, they were found and contacted by [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]], who brought them into the Decepticon ranks. Snapdragon and Apeface accompanied "[[Sixshot|Galvatron]]" to [[Shangri-La Island]] for the peace talks with [[Spike Witwicky (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Spike Witwicky]]. Fighting broke out after the Autobots traveling with Spike learned Galvatron was a fake, and the Decepticons were planning to attack other energy storages in the universe. {{storylink|Daniel Faces His Biggest Crisis Ever!!}}

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Snapdragon and Apeface joined Galvatron on his trek throughout the universe for more energy and quickly became his favorite warriors. When they invaded the beehive world of [[Hive (planet)|Hive]], Galvatron took Sixshot and the Horrorcons with him and just told the other Headmasters to keep a light on for them. {{storylink|Fight to the Death on Planet Hive!!}} They were also active on the [[Twin Star]] planets, searching in vain for more energy on [[Twin Star|Sperity]] when the Autobot Headmasters arrived. {{storylink|Battle for Defense of the False Planet}} On [[Daros]], Apeface and Snapdragon were Galvatron's guests as he met with the corrupt governor, and they later joined Sixshot in a fight with the Headmasters. They were doing okay until [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and friends pulled out a 50-foot gun. It...didn't go well after that. {{storylink|Find MegaZarak's Weak Spot!!}} On the [[Pirate Planet]], the Horrorcons helped the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] recover the skull key from [[Fastlane]] and [[Cloudraker (G1)|Cloudraker]]. Snapdragon was also involved in Galvatron's efforts to use the key and raid the pirates' pyramid. {{storylink|Mystery of the Space Pirate Ship}}

[[File:Horrorcons Doublecross.jpg|thumb]]
As the Decepticons returned to Earth, Snapdragon and Apeface began working for Sixshot on Earth. They were assembled alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]]. The duo fought the [[Monsterbot]] named [[Doublecross]], although he was almost too busy arguing with himself to notice. They later traveled to Autobot City and picked a fight with [[Raiden]], preventing him from entering the battle between Sixshot and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] that led to the Autobot City Commander's death. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} Sixshot continued to employ Snapdragon and Apeface's services on Earth, as the Decepticons unleashed five simultaneous attacks on Autobot outposts on the planet. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}}

[[File:Horrorcons are bad guards.jpg|thumb|left]]
As Scorponok abandoned Earth in favor of conquering [[Master (planet)|Master]], Snapdragon was one of his many troops seen attacking the planet's fortifications. After the Autobots arrived on Master, Apeface and Snapdragon were triple-teamed by the new [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]]s. Perhaps not considering the Horrorcons worthy of exerting their new powers, [[Pointblank]] and the Targetmasters spent the whole battle unarmed and in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], and still royally smacked the chips out of the two Decepticons. {{storylink|Miraculous Warriors, Targetmasters (Part 2)}} When the Decepticons kidnapped [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]], the Horrorcons stood guard outside the [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]] base. In vehicle mode, Chromedome and Danny zoomed right past them and up the ramp into the headquarters. Considering the rescue mission continued unmolested from then on, apparently Snapdragon and Apeface decided it was just a sudden wind that knocked them on their skidplates. {{storylink|The Master Sword Is in Danger!!}} Later, while Scorponok was finishing the final touches on his [[Zarak Shield]], Snapdragon and Apeface went with Sixshot on a diversionary patrol to keep the Autobots busy. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} They also battled the Autobots on the asteroid [[Pallas]] while MegaZarak was undergoing repairs. {{storylink|Duel on the Asteroid}}

[[File:Horrorcons Trio Formation.jpg|thumb]]
Snapdragon and Apeface returned to Earth with Scorponok for his final scheme to annihilate the planet using [[Death Tower]]s made of [[crysmagnetal]]. As the Decepticons finished preparations for their fourth tower in Egypt, the Battleship Maximus arrived to put in an appearance. [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]]'s trio was the first to intercept the battleship and engage the enemy, but Apeface and Snapdragon were quick to follow. Unfortunately, Weirdwolf was leading his men in a rather bizarre and unstable totem pole maneuver, which only got worse after the Horrorcons hopped on top of [[Mindwipe (G1)|Mindwipe]]. At that point, Fortress simply hit the gas, causing the "tower of power" to topple over the side. Snapdragon was also present at the final battle between the Autobots and Decepticons at the North Pole. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}
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====''The Headmasters'' manga====
Apeface and Snapdragon searched for a weapon of unbelievable power known as the [[Charge Arrow]]. Equipped to fire only a single shot, the Charge Arrow was still highly coveted due to its ability to harness countless amounts of energy. They located it at the [[Tower of Omega]] on a distant planet, but were opposed by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]]. Chromedome tried to wield the Charge Arrow against the Horrorcons, but to their delight he failed to make it work properly. Filled with a sense of triumph, Apeface and Snapdragon mercilessly beat the Autobot Headmaster before advancing on Daniel. Seeing his friend in trouble, Chromedome summoned the [[burning justice]] necessary to wield the Charge Arrow, and used it to blast Apeface between the eyes. The backwash of energy consumed the two Horrorcons, and they fell to a burning crash off the side of the tower. {{storylink|The Headmasters issue 5|The Headmasters #5}}

====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga====
Snapdragon appeared among the united Decepticon forces under [[Devil Z]], and threatened the Autobot Masterforce with an attack on Earth. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
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[[File:LoveandSteel horrorcons.jpg|thumb|left]]
Snapdragon was a Triple Changer working for [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He participated in a raid on an Autobot city, leading to its incineration and the capture of several of its inhabitants. As the Decepticons marched their captives towards their doom in the [[smelting pool]]s however, they were ambushed by a squadron led by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Fortress Maximus]] and forced to retreat. {{storylink|Ring of Hate!}} Shortly after, the Decepticons were suitably perturbed when their chief opponents suddenly vanished off the face of the planet. They eventually found their enemies when Lord [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]] of [[Nebulos]] sent a [[Transwarp|subspace]] message to Cybertron, asking for help in ridding his world of the Autobots. Snapdragon and the others arrived on Nebulos, ready to destroy their enemies and plunder the planet for resources, taking Zarak and his band of followers prisoner in the process. In battle, Fortress Maximus and his fellow warriors drove off Scorponok's crew with their new [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] powers. {{storylink|Broken Glass!}} The Decepticons went on to rampage on Nebulos, but a group containing the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and the Horrorcons were sent fleeing by the Autobot Headmasters and the [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]]. Realizing the Headmasters' superiority in combat, Scorponok arranged a deal with Zarak to [[binary bonding|binary bond]] his warriors with the captive Nebulans. Snapdragon was binary bonded to Zarak's personal bodyguard, [[Krunk]]. The Autobots and Decepticons again battled, with the Autobot Headmasters losing the rematch. {{Storylink|Love and Steel!}}

[[File:Snapdragon chromedome worlds apart.jpg|thumb]]
''When the Autobot Headmasters attempted to rescue the Autobot Targetmasters from the Decepticons, their evil counterparts were sent out after them to feign a defeat, and lure them into an ambush helmed by Scorponok. During the initial fight, Apeface and Snapdragon chased [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] through the air, until the latter was shot down by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]]. Snapdragon then assumed his beast mode to chomp down on Chromedome, only to get blasted by Highbrow and crumpling to the ground. The rest of the Decepticons were shortly thereafter "defeated," allowing Scorponok to eventually corner the Autobots within the [[Fortress of Despair]].'' {{Storylink|Worlds Apart!}}

''Snapdragon later watched Scorponok in a faux duel against Fortress Maximus; a diversion set-up so that the Decepticons could steal a fuel convertor. Once [[Triggerhappy (G1)|Triggerhappy]] had secured the device, the duel was brought to a premature end, and Snapdragon helped Apeface fly Scorponok to safety.'' {{storylink|The Final Conflict}}

{{note|The events in this UK story differ in significant ways to the [[The Transformers: Headmasters|Headmasters]] mini-series.}}

Snapdragon joined the other Decepticons in hunting down the rest of the Autobots, causing destruction across Nebulos. One conflict took him to the [[Mercury Gardens of Melanossus]], where he helped slay several [[generic|Autobots]], forcing the few that survived the slaughter to flee back to their headquarters in Nebulos's swamps. {{Storylink|Brothers in Armor!!}} When the Autobots left Nebulos for [[Earth]], the Decepticons followed and battled them there, only to lose. {{Storylink|Trial by Fire!}}

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''Apeface and Snapdragon were utilized by Scorponok in a trap for Highbrow. Apeface was damaged in the process and Scorponok's head stolen.'' {{storylink|All in the Minds!}} ''Snapdragon and the others hunted down Highbrow to retrieve their leader's head. They succeeded at reuniting Scorponok's components, but they were soon faced with the danger of [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] and the [[time rift]], necessitating an alliance between the Autobots and the Decepticons. However, when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]] accidentally shot Scorponok while he was attacking Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons turned on the Autobot. While [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] dealt with the mad Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons carried their leader to safety.'' {{Storylink|Time Wars}}

[[File:Nightbeatsnapdragon.jpg|upright=0.9|thumb|Snapdragon doesn't care for your Nightbeat love.]]
Later, when Scorponok's forces met up with [[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]]'s Decepticons, Snapdragon accompanied his lord to the two leaders' initial meeting. When both forces fought over future ownership of the [[Underbase]], Snapdragon found himself rolled over by [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]]. {{storylink|Cold War!}} He recovered in time to attack the Autobots who soon joined the battle. The Horrorcons personally swooped in to attack Fortress Maximus, but were blasted off by [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]. {{storylink|Dark Star}}

Snapdragon stood in a Decepticon audience demanding an explanation for Scorponok accepting [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]] back into the Decepticon ranks. {{storylink|The Primal Scream|Primal Scream}} Much later, Snapdragon fell under [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command and joined his invasion of [[Klo]]. {{storylink|The Last Autobot?}} There, the Decepticons successfully ambushed the Autobots. However, Snapdragon's head was blown off soon after by Blaster, in a counter-attack led by the newly resurrected Optimus Prime. {{Storylink|End of the Road! (US)|End of the Road!}}

===Ladybird Generation 1 books===
Snapdragon was among the Decepticons searching for energy on [[Nebulos]]. Aware that the Autobots were up to something, Apeface's first instinct was to destroy whatever it was. [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] soon determined that the Autobots had built an oil pipeline, and had [[Apeface]] and Snapdragon tear up a part of it. The Decepticons proceeded to lay in wait and attempted to ambush [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] when the pair repaired the pipe. The Autobots managed to get away however, when the Decepticons slipped over on the spilled oil. {{storylink|Autobots Strike Oil}}

===Swamp of the Scorpion===
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[[File:Swamp of the Scorpion Snapdragon.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1]]
Snapdragon and his Nebulan ally Krunk were under the command of Lord Zarak while the later attempted to steal Nebulos's oil. Opposing him was [[you|a young Nebulan]] and the Autobot Highbrow. The outcome of the battles that ensued depended on your decisions! {{storylink|Swamp of the Scorpion}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
While occupying [[Sensensica]] with [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snap Trap]] and [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)|Hun-Grrr]], Snapdragon was heavily beaten by the Autobot forces of the ''[[Lost Light]]''. {{storylink|Before & After}} Imprisoned aboard their ship, {{storylink|Under Cold Blue Stars}} he was returned to Cybertron where he and the other prisoners broke out and attempted to rescue [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] from his trial. Megatron rejected their help, however, and the Decepticons were swiftly beaten down and recaptured, Snapdragon himself being beaten by [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]]. {{storylink|World, Shut Your Mouth Part 3: Predestination: A Beginner's Guide|Predestination: A Beginner's Guide}}

==Commercial appearances==
Snapdragon and [[Apeface]] were created by [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] deep in the canyons of Nebulon. Set loose, the Horrorcons proceeded to try out all three of their modes before wrecking up some nearby rock formations. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Horrorcons|Headmaster Horrorcons commercial}}

==Games==
===''The Transformers'' (PS2)===
[[File:TF PS2 Snapdragon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
{{bigquote|Headmaster Horrorcon, Snapdragon! Transformed into a dragon, nothing can withstand his teeth and claws. |The Narrator|''[[The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers]]''}}
{{voiceactor|[[Russ Veillard]] (English)}}

====Autobot story====
While Optimus Prime's squad team explored the geothermal power plant, Snapdragon ambushed them. He dropped from the ceiling in his dragon mode and transformed to [[robot mode]], giving his thanks to the Autobots for coming, but told them it was time for them to go home. Determined to stop the Decepticons, the Autobots soundly defeated Snapdragon. The Headmaster decided to leave while he was still functional, Snapdragon transformed to his jet form and fled the power plant. Snapdragon later reappeared for a rematch with the Autobot squad in a valley where the Autobots had detected an SOS signal. He lost again. He tried again one last time before they reached ELTA. He still lost.

====Decepticon story====
Snapdragon was a member of a team that Megatron sent to investigate a mysterious UFO that was spotted in the area of Zel Samine. Something caused the team to lose contact with the main Decepticon forces, and they found out that they could not leave the planet, as Zel's sun, Paradius, emitted electromagnetic rays that was harmful to them. Unable to contact Megatron and with no way to leave the planet safely, Snapdragon and the others scattered across Zel.

When the Decepticon forces went to Zel in order to investigate, they found Snapdragon at the Jaad wind power plant in his dragon mode. When he spotted them, he expressed relief at having found his friends, and transformed to robot mode. The Headmaster Decepticon complained about how it took so long for him to find his fellow Decepticons, explaining that fighting Autobots on his own was hard. Megatron was pleased to see Snapdragon, telling him that it time for him to rejoin the Decepticon forces. Snapdragon promised that he would and saluted his leader. {{storylink|The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers}}

===''Transformers Legends''===
Snapdragon and [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] grew tired of waiting around Decepticon headquarters, and decided to set up a false distress signal to lure Autobots into a trap. [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]], [[Blades (G1)|Blades]], [[Groove (G1)|Groove]], and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] responded to the false alarm and, despite the duo's schemes, rebuffed the Decepticons' assault. {{storylink|False Alarm}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1toy Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|Apeface gets three new toys and I don't? This will not be forgotten.]]
*'''Snapdragon with Krunk''' (1987)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''D-100'''

:Snapdragon transforms into a jet heavily based on the SR-71 Blackbird spy plane, and also a 'reptile mode', which resembles a generic large theropod dinosaur. His jet mode has two detachable fins, while his reptile mode can have his two guns mounted on its back. His Headmaster partner, Krunk, is both his [[robot mode]] head and his reptile mode head (which is simply the robot mode head flipped on its back).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Snapdragon/snapdragon.htm More information on Snapdragon at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/instructions/decepticon/1987/instr_snapdragon.jpg Instruction booklet for Snapdragon at Botchthecrab.com]''
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===Generations===
[[File:Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb| "What do you mean 'No second titan master'?"]]
*'''Snapdragon''' (Voyager, 2020)
:The first offical release for the character in decades, ''Earthrise'' Snapdragon is a brand-new voyager class mold, and much like Apeface before him, his Titan master head forms the upper teeth and lower jaw of his dino mode.

==Notes==
*One of the many confusing glitches in ''[[The Rebirth]]'' is the fact that, while Krunk and Spasma were clearly designed to transform into both the robot and animal heads of their partners, the Horrorcons retained their [[beast mode]] heads even when their Nebulan partners were separated from them.
*According to [[The Transformers (PS2)|Atlus's ''Transformers'' video game]], Snapdragon's reptilian [[alternate mode]] is, in fact, a [[dragon]].
*In the Japanese ''[[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|The Headmasters]]'' series, Krunk does not exist as a separate entity from Snapdragon; like all Headmasters, the large robot is just a lifeless [[transtector]] body controlled entirely by the head unit. While the toy of Snapdragon's head unit was referred to as "Krunk" when separated from the larger robot body, the head unit was not referred to by this, or any, separate name in the cartoon.
*The Latin American Spanish translation of the ''Headmasters'' cartoon presents some problems with Snapdragon's name. On Snapdragon's first appearance, Galvatron calls him "Zela". (However, it's a bit hard to understand; if you don't listen carefully, it sounds like he says "Zedda", which has caused further confusion.) Then Snapdragon presents himself as "Ozela", after which both the narrator and Chromedome call him "Zela". Later, Hardhead calls him "Zedda", and finally, Galvatron calls him "Zela" again. This would seem to make "Zela" his official name, since it's used the most frequently. This is neither the first nor the last dubbing mistake in the series.
*In the same Spanish dub, he calls himself "el dragón indestructible" (the indestructible dragon).

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Snapdragon''' (スナップドラゴン ''Sunappudoragon''), '''Krunk''' (クランク ''Kuranku'', see above)
*''French:'' '''Vildragon''' (Canada)
*''Italian:'' '''Tifon'''
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuánglóng''' (China, 狂龙, "Crazysaur")
*''Spanish:'' '''Zela''' (Latin America, but see "Notes" section above)
*''Russian:'' '''Khvostozavr''' (Хвостозавр ''Tailsaur'')

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Snapdragon (G1)

2020-02-27T19:51:00Z

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{{disambig2|the Decepticon Horrorcon from Generation 1|the Decepticon from ''Animated''|Snapdragon (Animated)}}
:''Snapdragon is a [[Decepticon]] [[Horrorcon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:G1Snapdragon boxart.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Surprisingly, mauling Daniel did not make him an instant fan favorite.]]
What [[Blot (G1)|Blot]] does through carelessness, '''Snapdragon''' does with deliberation. He loves nothing more than bathing in putrid grease pits or, if those aren't available, the running fuel from his victims' corpses. His bouts of animalistic fury and sheer love of destruction would make him an excellent warrior if not for the fact that he's also as lazy as the [[Empty|Empties]] in the [[Dead End (place)|Dead End]]. His personal quarters are littered with alarm clocks shot to fragments by laser fire because Snapdragon just wasn't motivated to kill and maim that morning. His fellow Decepticons know they risk suffering a similar fate if they try to wake him, but often risk it in the hopes of channeling Snapdragon's rage towards the Autobots. Woe to the Autobot warrior who faces Snapdragon without his beauty rest. However, his laziness and appalling personal habits make him unwelcome among his fellow Decepticons, except for the equally thuggish [[Apeface]].

He is [[Binary bonding|binary bonded]] with [[Krunk]], who somehow makes him even worse.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Dan Gilvezan]] (English), [[Takao Ishii]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Snapdragon-Apeface.jpg|left|upright=0.95|thumb|"You smell, Snapdragon". "And you're annoying, Apeface."
"Good point. Let's be friends."]]
Snapdragon was one of the Decepticon animals who attacked [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]] as a diversion, so that the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] could steal the Key to the [[Plasma Energy Chamber]]. After a quick game of "kick the can" with [[Freeway (G1)|Freeway]], Snapdragon retreated and joined [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]]'s unit in journeying to the Chamber, where the Sweeps leader fouled up and lost the Key to the Autobots. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] sent Snapdragon and the others with Scourge, as they tracked the Autobots who recovered the Key to [[Nebulos]]. While there, Snapdragon caught [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]]'s hand in his jaws, prompting [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]] to leap to her defense. Snapdragon then mauled Daniel, leaving him for dead as the Decepticons cleared out with their prisoners. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1}}

Unfortunately, the mauling of Daniel led the remaining Autobots to develop [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmasters]], and they rescued their friends from Snapdragon's Decepticons. When his leaders made a deal with the evil [[Hive (G1)|Hive]] to counter the Autobots' advantage, Snapdragon gave up his head (well, one of them) to be [[Binary bonding|binary-bonded]] to the Nebulan known as [[Krunk]]. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}}

After the Decepticons recovered the Key, they fled Nebulos and returned to Cybertron in [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], the massive battle platform created by the Hive ruler, [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]]. Although they reunited with Galvatron, the Decepticon Headmasters and Targetmasters were forced to contend with an Autobot battle platform of equal ferocity...[[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]. Eventually, Snapdragon and the Decepticons were trapped on board Scorponok when an explosion of plasma energy rocketed them out into space, leaving Cybertron behind. {{Storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Headmasters'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuo Oka]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Horrorcons first app.jpg|thumb]]
Snapdragon and Apeface were loyal followers of Scorponok on the planet [[Master (planet)|Master]]. Before the Headmasters of Evil abandoned Master to join the Decepticons, the duo were captured and banished into the depths of space by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress]] and his allies for their crimes. Sometime later, they were found and contacted by [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]], who brought them into the Decepticon ranks. Snapdragon and Apeface accompanied "[[Sixshot|Galvatron]]" to [[Shangri-La Island]] for the peace talks with [[Spike Witwicky (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Spike Witwicky]]. Fighting broke out after the Autobots traveling with Spike learned Galvatron was a fake, and the Decepticons were planning to attack other energy storages in the universe. {{storylink|Daniel Faces His Biggest Crisis Ever!!}}

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Snapdragon and Apeface joined Galvatron on his trek throughout the universe for more energy and quickly became his favorite warriors. When they invaded the beehive world of [[Hive (planet)|Hive]], Galvatron took Sixshot and the Horrorcons with him and just told the other Headmasters to keep a light on for them. {{storylink|Fight to the Death on Planet Hive!!}} They were also active on the [[Twin Star]] planets, searching in vain for more energy on [[Twin Star|Sperity]] when the Autobot Headmasters arrived. {{storylink|Battle for Defense of the False Planet}} On [[Daros]], Apeface and Snapdragon were Galvatron's guests as he met with the corrupt governor, and they later joined Sixshot in a fight with the Headmasters. They were doing okay until [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and friends pulled out a 50-foot gun. It...didn't go well after that. {{storylink|Find MegaZarak's Weak Spot!!}} On the [[Pirate Planet]], the Horrorcons helped the [[Clone (subgroup)|Decepticon Clones]] recover the skull key from [[Fastlane]] and [[Cloudraker (G1)|Cloudraker]]. Snapdragon was also involved in Galvatron's efforts to use the key and raid the pirates' pyramid. {{storylink|Mystery of the Space Pirate Ship}}

[[File:Horrorcons Doublecross.jpg|thumb]]
As the Decepticons returned to Earth, Snapdragon and Apeface began working for Sixshot on Earth. They were assembled alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]]. The duo fought the [[Monsterbot]] named [[Doublecross]], although he was almost too busy arguing with himself to notice. They later traveled to Autobot City and picked a fight with [[Raiden]], preventing him from entering the battle between Sixshot and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] that led to the Autobot City Commander's death. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} Sixshot continued to employ Snapdragon and Apeface's services on Earth, as the Decepticons unleashed five simultaneous attacks on Autobot outposts on the planet. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}}

[[File:Horrorcons are bad guards.jpg|thumb|left]]
As Scorponok abandoned Earth in favor of conquering [[Master (planet)|Master]], Snapdragon was one of his many troops seen attacking the planet's fortifications. After the Autobots arrived on Master, Apeface and Snapdragon were triple-teamed by the new [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]]s. Perhaps not considering the Horrorcons worthy of exerting their new powers, [[Pointblank]] and the Targetmasters spent the whole battle unarmed and in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], and still royally smacked the chips out of the two Decepticons. {{storylink|Miraculous Warriors, Targetmasters (Part 2)}} When the Decepticons kidnapped [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]], the Horrorcons stood guard outside the [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]] base. In vehicle mode, Chromedome and Danny zoomed right past them and up the ramp into the headquarters. Considering the rescue mission continued unmolested from then on, apparently Snapdragon and Apeface decided it was just a sudden wind that knocked them on their skidplates. {{storylink|The Master Sword Is in Danger!!}} Later, while Scorponok was finishing the final touches on his [[Zarak Shield]], Snapdragon and Apeface went with Sixshot on a diversionary patrol to keep the Autobots busy. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} They also battled the Autobots on the asteroid [[Pallas]] while MegaZarak was undergoing repairs. {{storylink|Duel on the Asteroid}}

[[File:Horrorcons Trio Formation.jpg|thumb]]
Snapdragon and Apeface returned to Earth with Scorponok for his final scheme to annihilate the planet using [[Death Tower]]s made of [[crysmagnetal]]. As the Decepticons finished preparations for their fourth tower in Egypt, the Battleship Maximus arrived to put in an appearance. [[Weirdwolf (G1)|Weirdwolf]]'s trio was the first to intercept the battleship and engage the enemy, but Apeface and Snapdragon were quick to follow. Unfortunately, Weirdwolf was leading his men in a rather bizarre and unstable totem pole maneuver, which only got worse after the Horrorcons hopped on top of [[Mindwipe (G1)|Mindwipe]]. At that point, Fortress simply hit the gas, causing the "tower of power" to topple over the side. Snapdragon was also present at the final battle between the Autobots and Decepticons at the North Pole. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}
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====''The Headmasters'' manga====
Apeface and Snapdragon searched for a weapon of unbelievable power known as the [[Charge Arrow]]. Equipped to fire only a single shot, the Charge Arrow was still highly coveted due to its ability to harness countless amounts of energy. They located it at the [[Tower of Omega]] on a distant planet, but were opposed by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]] and [[Daniel Witwicky (G1)|Daniel Witwicky]]. Chromedome tried to wield the Charge Arrow against the Horrorcons, but to their delight he failed to make it work properly. Filled with a sense of triumph, Apeface and Snapdragon mercilessly beat the Autobot Headmaster before advancing on Daniel. Seeing his friend in trouble, Chromedome summoned the [[burning justice]] necessary to wield the Charge Arrow, and used it to blast Apeface between the eyes. The backwash of energy consumed the two Horrorcons, and they fell to a burning crash off the side of the tower. {{storylink|The Headmasters issue 5|The Headmasters #5}}

====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga====
Snapdragon appeared among the united Decepticon forces under [[Devil Z]], and threatened the Autobot Masterforce with an attack on Earth. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}

===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
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[[File:LoveandSteel horrorcons.jpg|thumb|left]]
Snapdragon was a Triple Changer working for [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. He participated in a raid on an Autobot city, leading to its incineration and the capture of several of its inhabitants. As the Decepticons marched their captives towards their doom in the [[smelting pool]]s however, they were ambushed by a squadron led by [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Fortress Maximus]] and forced to retreat. {{storylink|Ring of Hate!}} Shortly after, the Decepticons were suitably perturbed when their chief opponents suddenly vanished off the face of the planet. They eventually found their enemies when Lord [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]] of [[Nebulos]] sent a [[Transwarp|subspace]] message to Cybertron, asking for help in ridding his world of the Autobots. Snapdragon and the others arrived on Nebulos, ready to destroy their enemies and plunder the planet for resources, taking Zarak and his band of followers prisoner in the process. In battle, Fortress Maximus and his fellow warriors drove off Scorponok's crew with their new [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] powers. {{storylink|Broken Glass!}} The Decepticons went on to rampage on Nebulos, but a group containing the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]] and the Horrorcons were sent fleeing by the Autobot Headmasters and the [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]]. Realizing the Headmasters' superiority in combat, Scorponok arranged a deal with Zarak to [[binary bonding|binary bond]] his warriors with the captive Nebulans. Snapdragon was binary bonded to Zarak's personal bodyguard, [[Krunk]]. The Autobots and Decepticons again battled, with the Autobot Headmasters losing the rematch. {{Storylink|Love and Steel!}}

[[File:Snapdragon chromedome worlds apart.jpg|thumb]]
''When the Autobot Headmasters attempted to rescue the Autobot Targetmasters from the Decepticons, their evil counterparts were sent out after them to feign a defeat, and lure them into an ambush helmed by Scorponok. During the initial fight, Apeface and Snapdragon chased [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] through the air, until the latter was shot down by [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]]. Snapdragon then assumed his beast mode to chomp down on Chromedome, only to get blasted by Highbrow and crumpling to the ground. The rest of the Decepticons were shortly thereafter "defeated," allowing Scorponok to eventually corner the Autobots within the [[Fortress of Despair]].'' {{Storylink|Worlds Apart!}}

''Snapdragon later watched Scorponok in a faux duel against Fortress Maximus; a diversion set-up so that the Decepticons could steal a fuel convertor. Once [[Triggerhappy (G1)|Triggerhappy]] had secured the device, the duel was brought to a premature end, and Snapdragon helped Apeface fly Scorponok to safety.'' {{storylink|The Final Conflict}}

{{note|The events in this UK story differ in significant ways to the [[The Transformers: Headmasters|Headmasters]] mini-series.}}

Snapdragon joined the other Decepticons in hunting down the rest of the Autobots, causing destruction across Nebulos. One conflict took him to the [[Mercury Gardens of Melanossus]], where he helped slay several [[generic|Autobots]], forcing the few that survived the slaughter to flee back to their headquarters in Nebulos's swamps. {{Storylink|Brothers in Armor!!}} When the Autobots left Nebulos for [[Earth]], the Decepticons followed and battled them there, only to lose. {{Storylink|Trial by Fire!}}

[[File:RobinSmithHighbrowScorponokSnapdragon.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.6]]
''Apeface and Snapdragon were utilized by Scorponok in a trap for Highbrow. Apeface was damaged in the process and Scorponok's head stolen.'' {{storylink|All in the Minds!}} ''Snapdragon and the others hunted down Highbrow to retrieve their leader's head. They succeeded at reuniting Scorponok's components, but they were soon faced with the danger of [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] and the [[time rift]], necessitating an alliance between the Autobots and the Decepticons. However, when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]] accidentally shot Scorponok while he was attacking Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons turned on the Autobot. While [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] dealt with the mad Galvatron, Snapdragon and the other Decepticons carried their leader to safety.'' {{Storylink|Time Wars}}

[[File:Nightbeatsnapdragon.jpg|upright=0.9|thumb|Snapdragon doesn't care for your Nightbeat love.]]
Later, when Scorponok's forces met up with [[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]]'s Decepticons, Snapdragon accompanied his lord to the two leaders' initial meeting. When both forces fought over future ownership of the [[Underbase]], Snapdragon found himself rolled over by [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]]. {{storylink|Cold War!}} He recovered in time to attack the Autobots who soon joined the battle. The Horrorcons personally swooped in to attack Fortress Maximus, but were blasted off by [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]. {{storylink|Dark Star}}

Snapdragon stood in a Decepticon audience demanding an explanation for Scorponok accepting [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]] back into the Decepticon ranks. {{storylink|The Primal Scream|Primal Scream}} Much later, Snapdragon fell under [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s command and joined his invasion of [[Klo]]. {{storylink|The Last Autobot?}} There, the Decepticons successfully ambushed the Autobots. However, Snapdragon's head was blown off soon after by Blaster, in a counter-attack led by the newly resurrected Optimus Prime. {{Storylink|End of the Road! (US)|End of the Road!}}

===Ladybird Generation 1 books===
Snapdragon was among the Decepticons searching for energy on [[Nebulos]]. Aware that the Autobots were up to something, Apeface's first instinct was to destroy whatever it was. [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] soon determined that the Autobots had built an oil pipeline, and had [[Apeface]] and Snapdragon tear up a part of it. The Decepticons proceeded to lay in wait and attempted to ambush [[Kup (G1)|Kup]] and [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] when the pair repaired the pipe. The Autobots managed to get away however, when the Decepticons slipped over on the spilled oil. {{storylink|Autobots Strike Oil}}

===Swamp of the Scorpion===
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[[File:Swamp of the Scorpion Snapdragon.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1]]
Snapdragon and his Nebulan ally Krunk were under the command of Lord Zarak while the later attempted to steal Nebulos's oil. Opposing him was [[you|a young Nebulan]] and the Autobot Highbrow. The outcome of the battles that ensued depended on your decisions! {{storylink|Swamp of the Scorpion}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
While occupying [[Sensensica]] with [[Snaptrap (G1)|Snap Trap]] and [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)|Hun-Grrr]], Snapdragon was heavily beaten by the Autobot forces of the ''[[Lost Light]]''. {{storylink|Before & After}} Imprisoned aboard their ship, {{storylink|Under Cold Blue Stars}} he was returned to Cybertron where he and the other prisoners broke out and attempted to rescue [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] from his trial. Megatron rejected their help, however, and the Decepticons were swiftly beaten down and recaptured, Snapdragon himself being beaten by [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]]. {{storylink|World, Shut Your Mouth Part 3: Predestination: A Beginner's Guide|Predestination: A Beginner's Guide}}

==Commercial appearances==
Snapdragon and [[Apeface]] were created by [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] deep in the canyons of Nebulon. Set loose, the Horrorcons proceeded to try out all three of their modes before wrecking up some nearby rock formations. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Horrorcons|Headmaster Horrorcons commercial}}

==Games==
===''The Transformers'' (PS2)===
[[File:TF PS2 Snapdragon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
{{bigquote|Headmaster Horrorcon, Snapdragon! Transformed into a dragon, nothing can withstand his teeth and claws. |The Narrator|''[[The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers]]''}}
{{voiceactor|[[Russ Veillard]] (English)}}

====Autobot story====
While Optimus Prime's squad team explored the geothermal power plant, Snapdragon ambushed them. He dropped from the ceiling in his dragon mode and transformed to [[robot mode]], giving his thanks to the Autobots for coming, but told them it was time for them to go home. Determined to stop the Decepticons, the Autobots soundly defeated Snapdragon. The Headmaster decided to leave while he was still functional, Snapdragon transformed to his jet form and fled the power plant. Snapdragon later reappeared for a rematch with the Autobot squad in a valley where the Autobots had detected an SOS signal. He lost again. He tried again one last time before they reached ELTA. He still lost.

====Decepticon story====
Snapdragon was a member of a team that Megatron sent to investigate a mysterious UFO that was spotted in the area of Zel Samine. Something caused the team to lose contact with the main Decepticon forces, and they found out that they could not leave the planet, as Zel's sun, Paradius, emitted electromagnetic rays that was harmful to them. Unable to contact Megatron and with no way to leave the planet safely, Snapdragon and the others scattered across Zel.

When the Decepticon forces went to Zel in order to investigate, they found Snapdragon at the Jaad wind power plant in his dragon mode. When he spotted them, he expressed relief at having found his friends, and transformed to robot mode. The Headmaster Decepticon complained about how it took so long for him to find his fellow Decepticons, explaining that fighting Autobots on his own was hard. Megatron was pleased to see Snapdragon, telling him that it time for him to rejoin the Decepticon forces. Snapdragon promised that he would and saluted his leader. {{storylink|The Transformers (PS2)|The Transformers}}

===''Transformers Legends''===
Snapdragon and [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] grew tired of waiting around Decepticon headquarters, and decided to set up a false distress signal to lure Autobots into a trap. [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]], [[Blades (G1)|Blades]], [[Groove (G1)|Groove]], and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] responded to the false alarm and, despite the duo's schemes, rebuffed the Decepticons' assault. {{storylink|False Alarm}}

==Toys==
===Generation 1===
[[File:G1toy Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|Apeface gets three new toys and I don't? This will not be forgotten.]]
*'''Snapdragon with Krunk''' (1987)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''D-100'''

:Snapdragon transforms into a jet heavily based on the SR-71 Blackbird spy plane, and also a 'reptile mode', which resembles a generic large theropod dinosaur. His jet mode has two detachable fins, while his reptile mode can have his two guns mounted on its back. His Headmaster partner, Krunk, is both his [[robot mode]] head and his reptile mode head (which is simply the robot mode head flipped on its back).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Snapdragon/snapdragon.htm More information on Snapdragon at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/instructions/decepticon/1987/instr_snapdragon.jpg Instruction booklet for Snapdragon at Botchthecrab.com]''
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===Generations===
[[File:Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb| "What do you mean 'No second titan master'?"
*'''Snapdragon''' (Voyager, 2020)
:The first offical release for the character in decades, ''Earthrise'' Snapdragon is a brand-new voyager class mold, and much like Apeface before him, his Titan master head forms the upper teeth and lower jaw of his dino mode.

==Notes==
*One of the many confusing glitches in ''[[The Rebirth]]'' is the fact that, while Krunk and Spasma were clearly designed to transform into both the robot and animal heads of their partners, the Horrorcons retained their [[beast mode]] heads even when their Nebulan partners were separated from them.
*According to [[The Transformers (PS2)|Atlus's ''Transformers'' video game]], Snapdragon's reptilian [[alternate mode]] is, in fact, a [[dragon]].
*In the Japanese ''[[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|The Headmasters]]'' series, Krunk does not exist as a separate entity from Snapdragon; like all Headmasters, the large robot is just a lifeless [[transtector]] body controlled entirely by the head unit. While the toy of Snapdragon's head unit was referred to as "Krunk" when separated from the larger robot body, the head unit was not referred to by this, or any, separate name in the cartoon.
*The Latin American Spanish translation of the ''Headmasters'' cartoon presents some problems with Snapdragon's name. On Snapdragon's first appearance, Galvatron calls him "Zela". (However, it's a bit hard to understand; if you don't listen carefully, it sounds like he says "Zedda", which has caused further confusion.) Then Snapdragon presents himself as "Ozela", after which both the narrator and Chromedome call him "Zela". Later, Hardhead calls him "Zedda", and finally, Galvatron calls him "Zela" again. This would seem to make "Zela" his official name, since it's used the most frequently. This is neither the first nor the last dubbing mistake in the series.
*In the same Spanish dub, he calls himself "el dragón indestructible" (the indestructible dragon).

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Snapdragon''' (スナップドラゴン ''Sunappudoragon''), '''Krunk''' (クランク ''Kuranku'', see above)
*''French:'' '''Vildragon''' (Canada)
*''Italian:'' '''Tifon'''
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuánglóng''' (China, 狂龙, "Crazysaur")
*''Spanish:'' '''Zela''' (Latin America, but see "Notes" section above)
*''Russian:'' '''Khvostozavr''' (Хвостозавр ''Tailsaur'')

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Arnedarvin:

Sideswipe (G1)/toys

2020-01-13T21:56:33Z

Arnedarvin: /* War for Cybertron: Siege */

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[[File:G1boxart-Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.8|thumb]]
Much red plastic has been sacrificed in the name of '''Sideswipe'''!

==Toys==
===The Transformers===
[[File:G1sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.14|thumb|He had the look before it was [[Spy Changer|trendy]].]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Autobot Cars]], [[1984]]/[[1985]], [[1991]], [[2001]]/[[2002]]/[[2003]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04''', '''TFC-07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "New [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Countach|Countach LP500S]]", Sideswipe transforms into... well, into that. In [[robot mode]] he is armed with a white rifle and a missile launcher that can clip onto either of his shoulders. The launcher can fire one of three included white missiles, in theory, as the springs were weakened for the US release [[for safety reasons]]. The original 1984 US release did not have the [[rubsign]] found on later releases.

:When Hasbro released the original Generation 1 toys in continental [[Europe]] through its then recently acquired subsidiary [[Milton Bradley]] in 1985, several toys, such as the Autobot Cars, were actually pre-existing stock originally intended for [[Joustra]]'s version of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' line that was acquired by Hasbro as part of an agreement with Joustra and put into MB-branded ''Transformers'' packaging. For some reason, the Sunstreaker toy (sporting its yellow Hasbro ''Transformers'' colors due to being produced during the ''Diaclone''/''Transformers'' transitional period) was released in packaging intended for his brother Sideswipe, an entirely different sculpt. The packaging even included Sideswipe's instructions and sticker sheet, neither of which were of much use for the toy. It's currently unknown whether the actual Sideswipe toy was ever sold in MB "Sideswipe" packaging at all, although considering the origin of the MB-branded Autobot Cars, it's very unlikely for this to be the case.<ref name="mbsunswipe">[http://20thcenturytoycollector.com/mb-transformers-part-6/ "MB Transformers: Part 6"] at 20th Century Toy Collector.</ref>

:This sculpt was also used to make [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]], [[Clamp Down]], [[Deep Cover]] and [[Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-sideswipe/204/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Sideswipe at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 1 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ActionmasterSideswipe toy.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I have a hat!]]
*'''Sideswipe with Vanguard''' ([[Action Master]], 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Photon laser" rifle

:A non-transforming action figure that combines elements from both his original toy and his [[Character model|animation model]], [[Action Master]] Sideswipe is compatible with any other Action Master weapon or vehicle. His [[Action Master partner|partner]]-unit [[Vanguard]] forms a backpack and battle helmet, and complements Sideswipe's color scheme quite well.

:Action Master Sideswipe was only available in [[The Transformers (European toyline)|European]] (and certain Australian) markets.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1991/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Action Master Sideswipe with Vanguard at TFU.info]''
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*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Classics (Europe)|Classics Heroes]], Europe/Australia 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The original Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released in Europe and Australia in 1991 as part of the ''Classics'' line, with no apparent changes other than the new packaging.

===Generation 2===
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[[File:G2-toy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He got dressed in the dark and accidentally put his colors on backwards.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Autobot Heroic, [[1993]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun, missile launcher, 1 missile

:Part of the first assortment of Autobot cars, Sideswipe's original toy had his colors re-arranged to a black car mode with red and white robot parts, plus new [[neon]] green "racing" decals were added to the mix. His original rocket launcher was removed, and replaced with a large spring-loaded launcher that could be hand-held or mounted on his [[retool]]ed car mode roof.

:His new spring-loaded missile launcher was taken from [http://www.yojoe.com/action/91/snowserpent2.shtml Snow Serpent] from the ''[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]'' toyline.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1993/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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{{anchor|Go-Bot}}
[[File:G2-toy SideswipeGoBots.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Then he shrank and faded in the wash.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]], [[1995]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun

:A redeco of [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]] [[Firecracker]], Sideswipe transforms into a blue [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Diablo|Lamborghini Diablo]] with through-axle construction for super-fast rolling on smooth surfaces in car mode. He is compatible with many "Hot Wheels" and "Matchbox"-brand racetrack sets.

:This mold was also used to make Go-Bot Optimus Prime and [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[R.E.V.]].

:This toy was later [[repurposing|repurposed]] to be a [[Sideswipe (G2)|"next-generation" clone of Sideswipe]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Go-Bot Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Collector's Edition===
*'''Lambor''' (World Character Convention 12 exclusive, Japan 2001)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:In 2001, the Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] under his Japanese name "Lambor", as a set bundled with his [[mold]]-mate [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]] ("Alert" in Japan), [[exclusive]] to World Character Convention 12. His license plate decal was changed from the infringing "COUNTACH" to "CAR MACHINE".

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*'''Lambor''' (e-HOBBY exclusive, Japan 2002)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Lambor (Sideswipe) and Alert (Red Alert) were once again re-released together in January 2002 as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive "New Year Special" set. This version of the figure came with an alternate [[sticker]] sheet that changed the color of several of his decals: the blue stickers on his shins and stomach became red, while blue arrows on his feet were switched to yellow. He came with a new bio card with new art by [[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]].

===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Lambor''' (Japan 2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as an e-HOBBY exclusive, minus the extra decal sheet, was ''again'' re-released as part of ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' "book-box" series.

===Universe (2003)===
[[File:TFU03-toy SideswipeOTFCC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I should've had a [[Wheeljack (Armada)|Wheeljack]] retool!]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2003)
**''Accessories:'' Left & right launchers/thrusters, 2 flame missiles

:One of several [[exclusive]]s to [[OTFCC 2003]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Sideswipe is a [[redeco]] of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Prowl (RID)#Toys|Prowl]] mold, once again transforming into a Lamborghini Diablo. A pair of add-on thrusters become arm-mounted launchers for robot mode; each one being a pressure-launch missile launcher.

:The part that connects the toy's windshield to the main body uses a red [[sticker]] rather than paint, as that part is made out of [[unpaintable plastic]]. The police lights from the original mold were removed, leaving this area bare.

:This mold was also used to make ''Universe'' [[Inferno (Universe)|Inferno]] and the ''Universe'' incarnation of [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Generation 1 Sunstreaker]].

{{note|While the toy's name was spelled "Sideswipe" (one word) on its own packaging, the cross-sell on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack spelled it "Side Swipe" (two words) instead. See [[#Notes|Notes]] for more.}}

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OTFCCSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Universe Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Smallest Transforming Transformers===
[[File:STFLambor.jpg|upright=1.75|thumb|Yet another release Sunstreaker just wasn't cool enough for.]]
*'''Lambor''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''GTF-02'''

:''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' Lambor is a very small-scale, extensively simplified replica of the original Sideswipe toy. He has very little articulation, he has no weapons, and his vehicle mode wheels cannot roll.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed to make ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Alert]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Smallest Transforming Lambor at TFU.info]''
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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:AlternatorsSide Swipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just think, he was almost Tracks.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (2003, [[2004]])
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''2'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Dodge Viper Engine/gun

:The second ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' toy released, Side Swipe's [[alternate mode]] is a [[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]] 1:24 scale [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Dodge Viper .28Chrysler.29|Dodge Viper]] (identified as an SRT-10 model by the Japanese ''Binaltech'' version) featuring opening doors, a detailed interior, and a hood that opens to reveal an engine bay holding a replica Viper V-10 engine. The vehicle mode also features movable steering and [[rubber tires]] with [[vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] wheels. His removable engine becomes a blaster.

:The main difference between Hasbro's ''Alternators'' Side Swipe and Takara's ''Binaltech'' "Lambor" releases is that the ''Binaltech'' version has die-cast metal parts for most of the car's outer body shell, with the exception of the rear end (the "backpack" [[kibble]] in robot mode), and the entire red exterior of the car is fully painted, unlike the ''Alternators'' version's flat red plastic. Furthermore, the ''Alternators'' version sports additional "blackwash" [[paint operation]]s on his chest the ''Binaltech'' version lacks.

:The Dodge Viper sculpt was originally designed to be a new body for [[Tracks (G1)/toys|Tracks]] after the first attempt to secure the Corvette license had fallen through. Eventually, though, Chevrolet had a change of mind and granted Hasbro and Takara the license for the Corvette design after all. As a result, the Viper mold was slightly redesigned, was given a new head sculpt and released as Sideswipe (or "Side Swipe") instead. This explains why, unlike most of the early Alternators toys, Side Swipe's robot mode bears little resemblance to his G1 self. The most noticeable redesign from the "Tracks" design was the vehicle mode's doors being moved from the "backpack" kibble (where they would have resembled the G1 Tracks toy's wings) to the sides of the arms, thus being the most obvious visual cue taken from the G1 Sideswipe toy. The doors are, however, still splayed out to the sides in the ''Alternators'' version's [[package art]] and can be moved to match Tracks's wing configuration, which implies that the redesign may have been done before the switch from Tracks to Sideswipe was made.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed to make [[Dead End (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Dead End]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Alternators|Sunstreaker]] (although the retool was originally done with Sunstreaker in mind).

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Alternators Side Swipe on TFU.info]''
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===Commemorative Series===
[[File:Sideswipebox.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Toys"R"Us exclusive, USA/Australia/Canada 2004; KB Toys exclusive, USA 2005; Asian markets exclusive, 2012)
**''Series:'' '''VIII'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as part of Takara's "Transformers Collection" series, albeit with its spring-loaded launcher de-sprung [[for safety reasons]], was reissued by [[Hasbro]] under the modified name "Side Swipe" as part of their [[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]] VIII, one of the last American reissues. However, because [[Toys"R"Us]], who had carried the Commemorative Series as an [[exclusive]] line up until that point, had abruptly decided to discontinue the line, Side Swipe was only released in very low quantities in the United States; in fact, his availability at TRU was considered a myth for many years. The unsold stock was made available a year later through [[KB Toys]] stores and outlets, at half the original price. The figure ''was'', however, available at Toys"R"Us stores in Australia and Canada in 2004 in average quantities.

:In 2012, several Commemorative Series figures, among them Side Swipe, were re-released in Hasbro's Asian markets, in slightly altered packaging. Unlike most of the other figures from this batch, Side Swipe retained the "Commemorative Series VIII" label on his box; however, the background color of the "choking hazard" safety warning label was changed from red to black, the Hasbro logo was updated to the then-current version, and the "+" after the "Ages 5+" recommendation was increased in size. Oddly, even though Hasbro had started spelling the name of toys of the character as "Sideswipe" again in 2008, this release still rendered the name as "Side Swipe".
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===Universe (2008)===
[[File:Universe2008 SideSwipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Better red than...]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Series'': '''Classic Series'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher", engine supercharger intakes

:Part of the third wave of [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] Deluxe Class toys, Sideswipe is a retool/[[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Sunstreaker]], transforming into a modified {{w|Lamborghini Gallardo}}. Though the car is mostly based upon the Gallardo, to avoid legal problems, it also features modified headlights and elements taken from other cars—most of them are taken from other Lamborghini models, such as a rear end that is basically a cross between a {{w|Lamborghini Murciélago|Murciélago}} and a {{w|Lamborghini Diablo|Diablo}}; however, the split side windows and the ridges on the door vents are based on a {{w|McLaren F1}}. He also comes with the same roof-mounted engine supercharger accessory as Sunstreaker. Hasbro's early plans for Sunstreaker and Sideswipe had the two as straight redecos of each other, only differing in their head sculpts besides their colors—namely, Sunstreaker would have just been Sideswipe in yellow with a different head. It was [[TakaraTomy]] designer [[Hisashi Yuki]] who suggested an alternate transformation by turning the upper body by 180 degrees (and swapping the hands to accommodate the different upper body orientation), thus providing more individual robot mode looks for the two characters that resemble their respective ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' designs more.<ref name="generations2009">Interview with Hisashi Yuki in [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' vol. 1]], [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-news-rumors/223379-takaratomy-staff-interview-generations-2009-vol-1-translation.html English translation] at TFW2005.</ref>

:[[File:SunstreakerSideswipeSDCC2007.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|''Universe'' [[Tigertrack]]. Fortunately, this didn't happen.]]
:Hasbro also originally intended the [[alternate mode]]'s supercharger to split into two halves which would then become the handgun and a spring-loaded shoulder launcher for the robot mode. On the final toy, the Flare Launcher (a redeco of Sunstreaker's Electron Pulse Blaster) can be combined with the removable supercharger engine accessory by wrapping the intakes around the gun and mounted in either of the holes on his shoulders to simulate Sideswipe's Generation 1 missile launcher. Of course, this leaves him without a hand-held weapon. The engine can also be mounted on Sideswipe's back as his [[Jet pack|rocket pack]]. Most of this is not shown in the [[instructions]], which only instruct the owner of the toy to put the gun in his hand and attach the supercharger to his back.

:Even worse, Sideswipe's instruction line art is recycled from Sunstreaker's instructions and therefore incorrectly gives him Sunstreaker's transformation and head, despite the [[stock photography|stock photo]] depicted on top of the instructions showing him with the hood as the chest and the correct Sideswipe head.<ref>[http://hasbro.com/common/instruct/83685.pdf Official Universe Sideswipe instructions PDF file on Hasbro.com]</ref> Unfortunately, the stock photo Hasbro provided to online retailers retains this incorrect transformation, and [[:File:UniSideswipeStockPhoto.jpg|throws in some additional mistakes as well]]. Oy.

:The Sunstreaker/Sideswipe sculpt was also retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Punch (G1)#Timelines|Punch]], [[Breakdown (G1)#Timelines|''Generation 2'' Breakdown]], and [[Breakdown (G1)#G1TimelinesBreakdown|Generation 1 Breakdown]], as well as ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|Alert]] and ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Generations|Red Alert]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TFUSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on ''Universe'' (2008) Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei Lambor toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Whoever does Takara's photography seriously needs to be outsourced to Hasbro.]]
*'''Lambor''' (Deluxe, [[2008]]-[[October 23|10-23]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-09'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher"

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Sideswipe has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver on his flare launcher and his spoiler, but does not come with the supercharger engine/[[Jet pack|rocket pack]] accessory that Henkei Sunstreaker and ''Universe'' Sunstreaker/Sideswipe included. This was a willful decision meant to differentiate further between him and Sunstreaker. That's right: Takara ''deliberately omitted an optional accessory'' to make the toy more "G1-accurate".<ref name="generations2009"/>

:He also has correct, personalized [[instructions]] that aren't just Sunstreaker's. Like Sunstreaker, the Japanese version's roof paint is a much closer match to the red colored plastic. The Japanese version also features a glossier black paint and the white has a yellow tint compared the white plastic used for Hasbro version. His [[license plate]] says "LAMBOR" rather than "SWIPE".
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===Timelines===
[[File:BotCon2010-customclassSideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Folks are gonna be pisssyyyyyy.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[BotCon 2010]] customization class Deluxe)
**''Accessories'': Gun/tailpipe, engine supercharger intakes

:A ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]''-style redeco of ''Universe'' Sideswipe, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Sideswipe is pre-molded in new colors, which was unprecedented for the BotCon customization class exclusive (and apparently came as a surprise to [[Fun Publications]]). During the class, the mold was assembled, painted and stickered by the enrollees. Between the two classes, there were 52 participants.

:The exact brands and colors of paints utilized to paint this figure were:

:-Polly Scale #F414296 Stainless Steel (face and hub caps)
:-Polly Scale #F505020 Red RLM23 (this color is discontinued from the manufacturer)
:-Model Master Acryl #4769 Flat White (base coat under RLM 23 on hood)
:-Model Master Acryl #4768 Flat Black (tires)
:-Model Master Acryl #4721 Insignia Yellow (side markers)
:-Model Master Acryl #4637 Semi-Gloss Clear
:-Model Master Acryl #4609 British Crimson (tail lights)
:-Model Master Acryl #4746 Medium Gray (base coat under RLM 23 on upper arms, under Stainless Steel on face and hubcaps)
:-Vallejo #72023 Electric Blue (gun tip)

:In regards to the plastic mold changes, white remains white, but like the original ''Generation 2'' figure, the red and black colors are swapped. Clear green replaces the clear plastic used for the window and thighs.

:This figure uses the ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Generations|Red Alert]] version of the mold, which includes two screw holes in the canopy (rather than one like ''Henkei! Henkei!'' Alert or none like all other versions of this mold). The samples [[Shawn D. Tessmann|Shawn Tessmann]] had on display used the original version of the mold, and lacked the screw holes. Despite the mold change, the lightbar was not included. These holes replace the slots used to mount the rocket pack in robot mode. The rocket pack can still be mounted on the gun in robot mode and in car mode though. As an unintended result of having empty screw holes over the rocket pack sockets, Sideswipe can now mount his gun inside either screw hole on the roof of his car mode.

:The unassembled figure was also given out to those who volunteered at BotCon 2010.
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===Kre-O===
[[File:KreOtoy-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Sideswipe''' (2011)
**''Set number'': '''31771'''
**''Pieces'': '''220'''
**''Kreons'': Sideswipe, [[Sideswipe's driver|Driver]]
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:''[[Kre-O]]'' Sideswipe can be built in either robot or G1-inspired car mode. His head sculpt is heavily based on [[#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' Sideswipe]]'s head design, but as a first for a Sideswipe toy with a primarily red body, the head is ''not'' colored black, but ''red'' like the ''Generation 2''-inspired BotCon 2010 customization class version's head ([[#Timelines|see above]]). He comes with two [[Kreon]]s: a Sideswipe based on the Generation 1 character and a generic driver.

:Like many other Kre-O sets, his stock photography shows a different robot mode construction than the final product. The most noticeable examples are his lower legs which have a much less awkward construction in the stock photos than the final product. Whether this is the photographer taking creative liberty or if the set design changed is unknown. The stock photography also depicts the set as including the [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Red Alert]] Kreon in place of Sideswipe.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:KreO-Toy UltimateVehiclePack.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Ultimate Vehicle Pack''' (2012)
**''Set number'': '''A4583'''
**''Pieces'': '''279'''
**''Kreons'': Bluestreak, Jazz, Sideswipe
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:Unchanged versions of Kreon Sideswipe and [[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Bluestreak]] were also included in the Ultimate Vehicle Pack, a bucket containing the [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#90pc|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#74pc|Bumblebee]], and [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Jazz]] sets.

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[[File:Kre-o-class-of-1984-sideswipe-kreon.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': Prom King
**''Accessories'': Optimus rifle

: This version of Sideswipe features much more extensive toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior version.

:He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "[[Kreon Class of 1984]]". Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Class of 1984 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''

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===Masterpiece===
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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness!]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[October 27]], [[2012]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, two pile drivers (A), two pile drivers (B, Amazon.co.jp only)
: ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Lambor transforms into a licensed Lamborghini Countach LP500S. As with other figures in the ''Masterpiece'' line, he is intended to be an accurate representation of his [[Character model|cartoon model]], and even features a Lamborghini-supervised paint scheme, such as glossy red [[Paint operation|paint]] covering the ''entirety'' of his vehicle mode panels and robot shoulders, as well as various bits of black detailing to make it accurate to the real-life vehicle. Standing at around 6¼ inches (or 15.5 centimetres) from head to toe in robot mode, he is also in [[scale]] with MP-10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|Optimus Prime]], and can fit inside [[Combat Deck (G1)#mp10|Prime's trailer]] in vehicle mode. In contrast to larger entries in this line, Lambor lacks [[die-cast]] parts, and his tires are cast in hard, non-rubberized plastic.

[[File:MP-13 Lambor full color.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|The Amazon version's additional <s>cake slicers</s> <s>screwdrivers</s> pile drivers.]]
: For accessories, he comes with his hand-held flare gun, and his non-firing missile launcher, which is jointed at the peg to allow it to pivot up and down, and can mount on either shoulder in robot mode. His launcher and gun can be combined and mounted on a self-covering peg-hole on his vehicle roof/robot back. He also comes with a pair of pile drivers, which can snap onto the ends of his forearms when either hand is flipped in, and are based on the blunt arm pistons he uses in "[[A Plague of Insecticons]]". He is also compatible with the rocket pack included with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#35th|MP-44 Convoy]], as it belonged to Sideswipe in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]".

:If purchased in Japan through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]], one additionally gets a different [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] pair of pile drivers, which are based on the jackhammer-like pistons he uses in "[[Dinobot Island, Part 2]]". If purchased in other Asian markets outside of Japan, a collector's coin is included instead. Both the coin and its wheel-shaped package identify him as Sideswipe instead of Lambor. In Malaysia, Lambor included both the additional Amazon.co.jp pile drivers and the coin. A reissue of the figure in September 2015 came with a different coin, coming in a package shaped like Sideswipe's chest/front hood.<ref>http://news.tfw2005.com/2015/08/24/masterpiece-lambor-hasbro-asia-reissue-collectors-coin-300240</ref>

:This mold was redecoed and retooled to make MP-14 [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Alert]]. Lambor's version of the mold, with Alert's face, was then redecoed into MP-12T [[Tigertrack#Masterpiece|Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPLambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12G-G2Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness: Hardcore Edition!]]
*'''Lambor G-2 Ver.''' ([[February 22]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12G'''
**''Accessories'': MA68S Machine Gun, GZS-3 Grenade Launcher, Broad Sword, 2 "Spike Armor" wheels
:Like the original [[#Generation 2|''Generation 2'' Sideswipe toy]], ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. features mostly a straight-up swap of his red and black plastic and paint colors, resulting in a black body with red trim. His windows have been changed from translucent black to translucent red, his helmet is painted red, and he features a new, [[Derek Yaniger|Yaniger]]-licious snarling face with separately-painted [[Teeth|pearly whites]]. He comes with a [[sticker]] sheet that duplicates the original G2 toy's deco, as well as two comic-accurate ''Generaton 2'' Autobot symbol stickers of varying sizes. While the majority of the red car parts on the original Masterpiece figure are now black, portions of the robot mode that were previously red remain red. These areas include the back of his legs as well as portions of his torso.

:Instead of his original weapons, Lambor comes with new accessories based on the weapons he wielded in the Marvel G2 comic. These include a handheld machine gun and grenade launcher, a pair of articulated, non-rolling spiked wheels that can mount on his shoulders, and a sword, all of which can combine and mount onto his roof. Sadly, he does ''not'' come with a bandolier to properly carry that sword on his back, which means the sword just kind-of loosely stows there according to the [[instructions]].

:If purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, a recolor of MP-12 Lambor's collector's coin is included. Among other minor differences, the coin is now colored silver, and its wheel-shaped package now features a ''Generation 2'' Autobot symbol at the back in place of a Generation 1-type symbol.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/MPG2Lambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. at TFU.info]''
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[[File:MP12-Lambor-TFExpo.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Less is more. A ''lot'' more.]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[August 9]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun
:The first ''Masterpiece'' Lambor figure is reissued without any Autobot symbols (akin to his red ''Diaclone'' New Countach LP500S counterpart) , and released as a [[Transformers Expo]] 2014 exclusive, with the included customer-applied insignias.

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[[File:MP12Plus-Lambor-AnimeColor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm the one who's ''not'' vain.]]
*'''Lambor Anime Color Edition''' ([[November 25]], [[2017]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12+'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, three sets of pile drivers
:Issued to coincide with the release of ''Masterpiece'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Sunstreaker]] and continuing the Masterpiece+ sideline, started with ''Masterpiece'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#MasterpieceAnimeColor|Alert Anime Color Edition]], Lambor Anime Color Edition is a redeco and retool of Lambor in more anime accurate colors—including bright white paint on the thighs and the ridges by his head. His arms and feet remain a very light blue / off-white color to replicate the distinction in color his [[character model]] featured between the original toy's white plastic and vac-metallic silver parts. The Autobot symbol on his chest is larger. He now has MP-14 Alert's face in place of the original MP-12's face.

:He comes with three sets of pile drivers, the two from the original MP-12, plus the third set originally included with [[Clamp Down#Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'' Clamp Down]], redecoed in grey, which are based on their appearance in "[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]".

:When purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, ''yet another'' (number four for those keeping track at home) collector coin is included, cast in bright silver (as opposed to the brushed appearance of the G-2 coin), which also for the first time identifies him as "Lambor". It comes mounted on a card similar to the original MP-12 and G-2 coins, however the wheel motif is based on the actual Countach wheel design, rather than the generic spoked wheel of its predecessors. Like the coin itself, the card identifies him as "Lambor."<ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/the-masterpiece-cards-coins-thread.819496/page-24#post-15270213</ref>
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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Lambor''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-05'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Lambor transforms from [[super deformed]] Lamborghini Countach to cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Sideswipe as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Q-Transformers|Alert]].

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====Cyber Series====
[[File:Cyber-Battalion-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Cyber Battalion, 2018)
:Released as part of a third wave of [[Transformers: Generations#PrimeWarsTrilogyAsian|''Generations'' Cyber Battalion]] figures, Sideswipe is a heavy retool of Cyber Battalion Prowl, featuring a new head, chest, forearms, and feet. He can convert from robot to a car in 8 steps. He has a chunkier design and is intended for a younger audience, but despite that he has an excellent range of poseability. The transformation seems to partially be taken from the ''Reveal the Shield'' Legends Class [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Prowl]] figure.

:This figure was sold in the United States at Walgreens stores after debuting in Asian markets.
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-For-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Futuristic sports car with a large window? [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Hot Rod]] hopes this is a pretool.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S10'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-04'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[February 23]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Sideswipe transforms from robot to Cybertronian car and back. He includes two weapons compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]—the "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher", and the "W-5 Gyro Blaster". Both weapons can combine to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster." Due to the fact that there are two 5 mm ports on the W-5 blaster accessory, the W-10 can fit into both sides of the weapon. Sideswipe also features "battle damage" paint applications on his waist, shins, and feet, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:The detachable tip of Sideswipe's Proton Launcher was later used for ''Siege'' [[Six-Gun#Generations|Sixgun]]'s back-mounted weapons.

:As usual, he was given new artillery and paint while being retooled as [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Red Alert]].

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[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-S-Firestormer-Battle-Pack-G2-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Three uses of the mold and still nothing? Hot Rod worries.]]
*'''Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce''' (multi-pack, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S26'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:"Covert Clone Sideswipe" is a redeco of the above mold in the colours of [[#Generation 2|his ''Generation 2'' iteration]], and unlike [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#Timelines|most modern releases]] [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#G2Masterpiece|of the redeco]], he retains the Generation 1 symbol (accurate to the original ''Generation 2'' toy). Sideswipe will be included in the "Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce" with [[Slamdance (G1)#Generations|Slamdance]] and the Battle Master [[Trenchfoot]].

:Similarly to the above figure, G2 Sideswipe features the battle damage, weapons, and hard points for "Fire Blasts". The set was an [[Amazon_(website)|Amazon]] exclusive in North America, which also labels the set as "Final Strike Figure Series: Part 1."

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Gum===
*'''Lambor''' (1985)
**''Accessories:'' rocket launcher
:Essentially a downsized version of the original Sideswipe toy, the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' Lambor kit is sculpted from black, red, and grey plastic, features stickers rather than paint applications for details, and came with a stick of gum.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Don't swipe me on your writings.]]
*'''Sideswipe #18'''
:Sideswipe was one of the many characters represented by a small plastic [[decoy]] available carded with other transformers.
::''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Decoy Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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===Titanium Series===
[[File:TitaniumRM Side Swipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Sideswipe turns small a lot.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Robot Master, [[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' Engine blaster

:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Side Swipe is based upon Sideswipe's ''Alternators'' toy. Constructed partially of die cast metal, Side Swipe has limited articulation located in his shoulders and neck. He comes with a removable engine blaster and an Autobot symbol display stand.

:This mold was going to be redecoed as ''Titanium'' Sunstreaker, but that release was canceled.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Titanium Side Swipe at TFU.info]''
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===Attacktix===
[[File:Sideswipe-atx.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Tread softly and carry a big gun"]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)

:''[[Attacktix]]'' Sideswipe was to be a missile-firing "blaster" style playing piece, presumably part of a third wave of "Booster" packs. He was revealed at the [[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] "Celebration IV" convention alongside many other ''Attacktix'' pieces that would [[unreleased toy|ultimately never see release]].

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===Transformers Figure Collection===
[[File:TF-Transformers-Figure-Collection-Sideswipe-Decoy.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Lambor''' (01-2016)

:Standing 42mm tall, ''Transformers Figure Collection'' Lambor is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure based on the previously released [[Decoy]] figure.

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===Transformers Trading Card Game===
[[File:Private-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Private Sideswipe''' (Uncommon, 2019)
:Private Sideswipe was one of the 48 character cards included in wave 3 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game|Transformers Trading Card Game]]. Private Sideswipe is based on ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' Deluxe Class Sideswipe, the artwork for his robot mode was first used as the box art for the toy.
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==Notes==
[[File:UnmadeG2SideswipeMockup.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*In recent years, a mock-up of a '''second''' ''Generation 2'' redeco of the original Sideswipe toy has surfaced. Acquired and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2swipe_template.html photographed] by ''Transformers'' rarities-hunter Maziar "Maz" Shahsafdari, the find joins the ranks of the similarly unmade ''Generation 2'' [[Sandstorm (G2)|"desert Ramjet"]] and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2mirage_template.html pink and green Mirage] mock-ups. [[Package art]] for the figure published in ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' revealed that it would have had decals of a sunrise/sunset on the vehicle mode hood and doors.
*During the 1990s, another company held the "Sideswipe" [[trademark]] in the "toys" field, even though Hasbro still released two toys using that name as part of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] line (it's unclear if this resulted in any legal repercussions for Hasbro). When Hasbro finally managed to reclaim the name for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' line]], the name was now rendered as "[[Side Swipe (RID)|Side Swipe]]", in two words, for whatever reason. The next two toys to spell "Sideswipe" as one word again were the [[OTFCC 2003]] [[exclusive]]<ref name="otfccsideswipe">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/sideswipe/485/ OTFCC 2003 Sideswipe], named "Sideswipe" on his own packaging.</ref> and the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Super-Con]].<ref name="armadasideswipe1">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-images/toys/Armada/Autobots/Side+Swipe/side1.jpg.html ''Armada'' Side Swipe in original packaging], named "Sideswipe".</ref> However, the OTFCC figure was referred to as "Side Swipe" when featured as a [[cross-sell]] on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack,<ref name="otfccvipersisters">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/shadow-striker/483/1/10/ Cross-sell on the OTFCC 2003 Shadow Striker/Roulette two-pack's packaging], identifying Sideswipe as "Side Swipe".</ref> whereas the "[[The Unicron Battles|Unicron Battles]]-style packaging redesign for the ''Armada'' figure saw the name changed to "Side Swipe" on the name insert as well.<ref name="armadasideswipe2">[http://www.shmax.com/product_details/835/sideswipe_with_nightbeat ''Armada'' Side Swipe in "Unicron Battles" packaging], named "Side Swipe".</ref> Hasbro ''finally'' decided to re-file the name "Sideswipe" (as one word) as a trademark in 2008, presumably because a [[Sideswipe (Movie)|character]] in the upcoming movie ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' and the accompanying [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|toy line]] was going to sport that name, and Hasbro were using that as an opportunity to re-introduce the spelling of the name as one word. As a result, the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class toy was the first toy to "properly" sport the name "Sideswipe" as one word. Oddly enough, in 2012, Hasbro re-filed "Side Swipe", along with several other old trademarks.<ref name="swipe2012">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys-products-30/latest-hasbro-transformers-trademarks-tow-line-armorhide-rollbar-side-swipe-175521/ Hasbro re-files old trademarks]</ref>
*[[Fun Publications]] considered making a ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Sideswipe (as a straight redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe Class [[Breakdown (G1)#Generations|Breakdown]]), but ultimately shelved this idea in favor of other products.

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Sideswipe (G1)/toys

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Arnedarvin: wow I screwed up on my first edit.

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[[File:G1boxart-Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.8|thumb]]
Much red plastic has been sacrificed in the name of '''Sideswipe'''!

==Toys==
===The Transformers===
[[File:G1sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.14|thumb|He had the look before it was [[Spy Changer|trendy]].]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Autobot Cars]], [[1984]]/[[1985]], [[1991]], [[2001]]/[[2002]]/[[2003]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04''', '''TFC-07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "New [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Countach|Countach LP500S]]", Sideswipe transforms into... well, into that. In [[robot mode]] he is armed with a white rifle and a missile launcher that can clip onto either of his shoulders. The launcher can fire one of three included white missiles, in theory, as the springs were weakened for the US release [[for safety reasons]]. The original 1984 US release did not have the [[rubsign]] found on later releases.

:When Hasbro released the original Generation 1 toys in continental [[Europe]] through its then recently acquired subsidiary [[Milton Bradley]] in 1985, several toys, such as the Autobot Cars, were actually pre-existing stock originally intended for [[Joustra]]'s version of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' line that was acquired by Hasbro as part of an agreement with Joustra and put into MB-branded ''Transformers'' packaging. For some reason, the Sunstreaker toy (sporting its yellow Hasbro ''Transformers'' colors due to being produced during the ''Diaclone''/''Transformers'' transitional period) was released in packaging intended for his brother Sideswipe, an entirely different sculpt. The packaging even included Sideswipe's instructions and sticker sheet, neither of which were of much use for the toy. It's currently unknown whether the actual Sideswipe toy was ever sold in MB "Sideswipe" packaging at all, although considering the origin of the MB-branded Autobot Cars, it's very unlikely for this to be the case.<ref name="mbsunswipe">[http://20thcenturytoycollector.com/mb-transformers-part-6/ "MB Transformers: Part 6"] at 20th Century Toy Collector.</ref>

:This sculpt was also used to make [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]], [[Clamp Down]], [[Deep Cover]] and [[Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-sideswipe/204/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Sideswipe at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 1 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ActionmasterSideswipe toy.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I have a hat!]]
*'''Sideswipe with Vanguard''' ([[Action Master]], 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Photon laser" rifle

:A non-transforming action figure that combines elements from both his original toy and his [[Character model|animation model]], [[Action Master]] Sideswipe is compatible with any other Action Master weapon or vehicle. His [[Action Master partner|partner]]-unit [[Vanguard]] forms a backpack and battle helmet, and complements Sideswipe's color scheme quite well.

:Action Master Sideswipe was only available in [[The Transformers (European toyline)|European]] (and certain Australian) markets.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1991/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Action Master Sideswipe with Vanguard at TFU.info]''
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*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Classics (Europe)|Classics Heroes]], Europe/Australia 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The original Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released in Europe and Australia in 1991 as part of the ''Classics'' line, with no apparent changes other than the new packaging.

===Generation 2===
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[[File:G2-toy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He got dressed in the dark and accidentally put his colors on backwards.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Autobot Heroic, [[1993]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun, missile launcher, 1 missile

:Part of the first assortment of Autobot cars, Sideswipe's original toy had his colors re-arranged to a black car mode with red and white robot parts, plus new [[neon]] green "racing" decals were added to the mix. His original rocket launcher was removed, and replaced with a large spring-loaded launcher that could be hand-held or mounted on his [[retool]]ed car mode roof.

:His new spring-loaded missile launcher was taken from [http://www.yojoe.com/action/91/snowserpent2.shtml Snow Serpent] from the ''[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]'' toyline.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1993/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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{{anchor|Go-Bot}}
[[File:G2-toy SideswipeGoBots.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Then he shrank and faded in the wash.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]], [[1995]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun

:A redeco of [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]] [[Firecracker]], Sideswipe transforms into a blue [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Diablo|Lamborghini Diablo]] with through-axle construction for super-fast rolling on smooth surfaces in car mode. He is compatible with many "Hot Wheels" and "Matchbox"-brand racetrack sets.

:This mold was also used to make Go-Bot Optimus Prime and [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[R.E.V.]].

:This toy was later [[repurposing|repurposed]] to be a [[Sideswipe (G2)|"next-generation" clone of Sideswipe]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Go-Bot Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Collector's Edition===
*'''Lambor''' (World Character Convention 12 exclusive, Japan 2001)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:In 2001, the Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] under his Japanese name "Lambor", as a set bundled with his [[mold]]-mate [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]] ("Alert" in Japan), [[exclusive]] to World Character Convention 12. His license plate decal was changed from the infringing "COUNTACH" to "CAR MACHINE".

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*'''Lambor''' (e-HOBBY exclusive, Japan 2002)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Lambor (Sideswipe) and Alert (Red Alert) were once again re-released together in January 2002 as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive "New Year Special" set. This version of the figure came with an alternate [[sticker]] sheet that changed the color of several of his decals: the blue stickers on his shins and stomach became red, while blue arrows on his feet were switched to yellow. He came with a new bio card with new art by [[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]].

===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Lambor''' (Japan 2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as an e-HOBBY exclusive, minus the extra decal sheet, was ''again'' re-released as part of ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' "book-box" series.

===Universe (2003)===
[[File:TFU03-toy SideswipeOTFCC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I should've had a [[Wheeljack (Armada)|Wheeljack]] retool!]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2003)
**''Accessories:'' Left & right launchers/thrusters, 2 flame missiles

:One of several [[exclusive]]s to [[OTFCC 2003]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Sideswipe is a [[redeco]] of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Prowl (RID)#Toys|Prowl]] mold, once again transforming into a Lamborghini Diablo. A pair of add-on thrusters become arm-mounted launchers for robot mode; each one being a pressure-launch missile launcher.

:The part that connects the toy's windshield to the main body uses a red [[sticker]] rather than paint, as that part is made out of [[unpaintable plastic]]. The police lights from the original mold were removed, leaving this area bare.

:This mold was also used to make ''Universe'' [[Inferno (Universe)|Inferno]] and the ''Universe'' incarnation of [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Generation 1 Sunstreaker]].

{{note|While the toy's name was spelled "Sideswipe" (one word) on its own packaging, the cross-sell on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack spelled it "Side Swipe" (two words) instead. See [[#Notes|Notes]] for more.}}

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OTFCCSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Universe Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Smallest Transforming Transformers===
[[File:STFLambor.jpg|upright=1.75|thumb|Yet another release Sunstreaker just wasn't cool enough for.]]
*'''Lambor''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''GTF-02'''

:''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' Lambor is a very small-scale, extensively simplified replica of the original Sideswipe toy. He has very little articulation, he has no weapons, and his vehicle mode wheels cannot roll.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed to make ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Alert]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Smallest Transforming Lambor at TFU.info]''
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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:AlternatorsSide Swipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just think, he was almost Tracks.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (2003, [[2004]])
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''2'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Dodge Viper Engine/gun

:The second ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' toy released, Side Swipe's [[alternate mode]] is a [[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]] 1:24 scale [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Dodge Viper .28Chrysler.29|Dodge Viper]] (identified as an SRT-10 model by the Japanese ''Binaltech'' version) featuring opening doors, a detailed interior, and a hood that opens to reveal an engine bay holding a replica Viper V-10 engine. The vehicle mode also features movable steering and [[rubber tires]] with [[vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] wheels. His removable engine becomes a blaster.

:The main difference between Hasbro's ''Alternators'' Side Swipe and Takara's ''Binaltech'' "Lambor" releases is that the ''Binaltech'' version has die-cast metal parts for most of the car's outer body shell, with the exception of the rear end (the "backpack" [[kibble]] in robot mode), and the entire red exterior of the car is fully painted, unlike the ''Alternators'' version's flat red plastic. Furthermore, the ''Alternators'' version sports additional "blackwash" [[paint operation]]s on his chest the ''Binaltech'' version lacks.

:The Dodge Viper sculpt was originally designed to be a new body for [[Tracks (G1)/toys|Tracks]] after the first attempt to secure the Corvette license had fallen through. Eventually, though, Chevrolet had a change of mind and granted Hasbro and Takara the license for the Corvette design after all. As a result, the Viper mold was slightly redesigned, was given a new head sculpt and released as Sideswipe (or "Side Swipe") instead. This explains why, unlike most of the early Alternators toys, Side Swipe's robot mode bears little resemblance to his G1 self. The most noticeable redesign from the "Tracks" design was the vehicle mode's doors being moved from the "backpack" kibble (where they would have resembled the G1 Tracks toy's wings) to the sides of the arms, thus being the most obvious visual cue taken from the G1 Sideswipe toy. The doors are, however, still splayed out to the sides in the ''Alternators'' version's [[package art]] and can be moved to match Tracks's wing configuration, which implies that the redesign may have been done before the switch from Tracks to Sideswipe was made.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed to make [[Dead End (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Dead End]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Alternators|Sunstreaker]] (although the retool was originally done with Sunstreaker in mind).

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Alternators Side Swipe on TFU.info]''
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===Commemorative Series===
[[File:Sideswipebox.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Toys"R"Us exclusive, USA/Australia/Canada 2004; KB Toys exclusive, USA 2005; Asian markets exclusive, 2012)
**''Series:'' '''VIII'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as part of Takara's "Transformers Collection" series, albeit with its spring-loaded launcher de-sprung [[for safety reasons]], was reissued by [[Hasbro]] under the modified name "Side Swipe" as part of their [[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]] VIII, one of the last American reissues. However, because [[Toys"R"Us]], who had carried the Commemorative Series as an [[exclusive]] line up until that point, had abruptly decided to discontinue the line, Side Swipe was only released in very low quantities in the United States; in fact, his availability at TRU was considered a myth for many years. The unsold stock was made available a year later through [[KB Toys]] stores and outlets, at half the original price. The figure ''was'', however, available at Toys"R"Us stores in Australia and Canada in 2004 in average quantities.

:In 2012, several Commemorative Series figures, among them Side Swipe, were re-released in Hasbro's Asian markets, in slightly altered packaging. Unlike most of the other figures from this batch, Side Swipe retained the "Commemorative Series VIII" label on his box; however, the background color of the "choking hazard" safety warning label was changed from red to black, the Hasbro logo was updated to the then-current version, and the "+" after the "Ages 5+" recommendation was increased in size. Oddly, even though Hasbro had started spelling the name of toys of the character as "Sideswipe" again in 2008, this release still rendered the name as "Side Swipe".
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===Universe (2008)===
[[File:Universe2008 SideSwipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Better red than...]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Series'': '''Classic Series'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher", engine supercharger intakes

:Part of the third wave of [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] Deluxe Class toys, Sideswipe is a retool/[[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Sunstreaker]], transforming into a modified {{w|Lamborghini Gallardo}}. Though the car is mostly based upon the Gallardo, to avoid legal problems, it also features modified headlights and elements taken from other cars—most of them are taken from other Lamborghini models, such as a rear end that is basically a cross between a {{w|Lamborghini Murciélago|Murciélago}} and a {{w|Lamborghini Diablo|Diablo}}; however, the split side windows and the ridges on the door vents are based on a {{w|McLaren F1}}. He also comes with the same roof-mounted engine supercharger accessory as Sunstreaker. Hasbro's early plans for Sunstreaker and Sideswipe had the two as straight redecos of each other, only differing in their head sculpts besides their colors—namely, Sunstreaker would have just been Sideswipe in yellow with a different head. It was [[TakaraTomy]] designer [[Hisashi Yuki]] who suggested an alternate transformation by turning the upper body by 180 degrees (and swapping the hands to accommodate the different upper body orientation), thus providing more individual robot mode looks for the two characters that resemble their respective ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' designs more.<ref name="generations2009">Interview with Hisashi Yuki in [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' vol. 1]], [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-news-rumors/223379-takaratomy-staff-interview-generations-2009-vol-1-translation.html English translation] at TFW2005.</ref>

:[[File:SunstreakerSideswipeSDCC2007.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|''Universe'' [[Tigertrack]]. Fortunately, this didn't happen.]]
:Hasbro also originally intended the [[alternate mode]]'s supercharger to split into two halves which would then become the handgun and a spring-loaded shoulder launcher for the robot mode. On the final toy, the Flare Launcher (a redeco of Sunstreaker's Electron Pulse Blaster) can be combined with the removable supercharger engine accessory by wrapping the intakes around the gun and mounted in either of the holes on his shoulders to simulate Sideswipe's Generation 1 missile launcher. Of course, this leaves him without a hand-held weapon. The engine can also be mounted on Sideswipe's back as his [[Jet pack|rocket pack]]. Most of this is not shown in the [[instructions]], which only instruct the owner of the toy to put the gun in his hand and attach the supercharger to his back.

:Even worse, Sideswipe's instruction line art is recycled from Sunstreaker's instructions and therefore incorrectly gives him Sunstreaker's transformation and head, despite the [[stock photography|stock photo]] depicted on top of the instructions showing him with the hood as the chest and the correct Sideswipe head.<ref>[http://hasbro.com/common/instruct/83685.pdf Official Universe Sideswipe instructions PDF file on Hasbro.com]</ref> Unfortunately, the stock photo Hasbro provided to online retailers retains this incorrect transformation, and [[:File:UniSideswipeStockPhoto.jpg|throws in some additional mistakes as well]]. Oy.

:The Sunstreaker/Sideswipe sculpt was also retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Punch (G1)#Timelines|Punch]], [[Breakdown (G1)#Timelines|''Generation 2'' Breakdown]], and [[Breakdown (G1)#G1TimelinesBreakdown|Generation 1 Breakdown]], as well as ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|Alert]] and ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Generations|Red Alert]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TFUSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on ''Universe'' (2008) Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei Lambor toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Whoever does Takara's photography seriously needs to be outsourced to Hasbro.]]
*'''Lambor''' (Deluxe, [[2008]]-[[October 23|10-23]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-09'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher"

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Sideswipe has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver on his flare launcher and his spoiler, but does not come with the supercharger engine/[[Jet pack|rocket pack]] accessory that Henkei Sunstreaker and ''Universe'' Sunstreaker/Sideswipe included. This was a willful decision meant to differentiate further between him and Sunstreaker. That's right: Takara ''deliberately omitted an optional accessory'' to make the toy more "G1-accurate".<ref name="generations2009"/>

:He also has correct, personalized [[instructions]] that aren't just Sunstreaker's. Like Sunstreaker, the Japanese version's roof paint is a much closer match to the red colored plastic. The Japanese version also features a glossier black paint and the white has a yellow tint compared the white plastic used for Hasbro version. His [[license plate]] says "LAMBOR" rather than "SWIPE".
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===Timelines===
[[File:BotCon2010-customclassSideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Folks are gonna be pisssyyyyyy.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[BotCon 2010]] customization class Deluxe)
**''Accessories'': Gun/tailpipe, engine supercharger intakes

:A ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]''-style redeco of ''Universe'' Sideswipe, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Sideswipe is pre-molded in new colors, which was unprecedented for the BotCon customization class exclusive (and apparently came as a surprise to [[Fun Publications]]). During the class, the mold was assembled, painted and stickered by the enrollees. Between the two classes, there were 52 participants.

:The exact brands and colors of paints utilized to paint this figure were:

:-Polly Scale #F414296 Stainless Steel (face and hub caps)
:-Polly Scale #F505020 Red RLM23 (this color is discontinued from the manufacturer)
:-Model Master Acryl #4769 Flat White (base coat under RLM 23 on hood)
:-Model Master Acryl #4768 Flat Black (tires)
:-Model Master Acryl #4721 Insignia Yellow (side markers)
:-Model Master Acryl #4637 Semi-Gloss Clear
:-Model Master Acryl #4609 British Crimson (tail lights)
:-Model Master Acryl #4746 Medium Gray (base coat under RLM 23 on upper arms, under Stainless Steel on face and hubcaps)
:-Vallejo #72023 Electric Blue (gun tip)

:In regards to the plastic mold changes, white remains white, but like the original ''Generation 2'' figure, the red and black colors are swapped. Clear green replaces the clear plastic used for the window and thighs.

:This figure uses the ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Generations|Red Alert]] version of the mold, which includes two screw holes in the canopy (rather than one like ''Henkei! Henkei!'' Alert or none like all other versions of this mold). The samples [[Shawn D. Tessmann|Shawn Tessmann]] had on display used the original version of the mold, and lacked the screw holes. Despite the mold change, the lightbar was not included. These holes replace the slots used to mount the rocket pack in robot mode. The rocket pack can still be mounted on the gun in robot mode and in car mode though. As an unintended result of having empty screw holes over the rocket pack sockets, Sideswipe can now mount his gun inside either screw hole on the roof of his car mode.

:The unassembled figure was also given out to those who volunteered at BotCon 2010.
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===Kre-O===
[[File:KreOtoy-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Sideswipe''' (2011)
**''Set number'': '''31771'''
**''Pieces'': '''220'''
**''Kreons'': Sideswipe, [[Sideswipe's driver|Driver]]
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:''[[Kre-O]]'' Sideswipe can be built in either robot or G1-inspired car mode. His head sculpt is heavily based on [[#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' Sideswipe]]'s head design, but as a first for a Sideswipe toy with a primarily red body, the head is ''not'' colored black, but ''red'' like the ''Generation 2''-inspired BotCon 2010 customization class version's head ([[#Timelines|see above]]). He comes with two [[Kreon]]s: a Sideswipe based on the Generation 1 character and a generic driver.

:Like many other Kre-O sets, his stock photography shows a different robot mode construction than the final product. The most noticeable examples are his lower legs which have a much less awkward construction in the stock photos than the final product. Whether this is the photographer taking creative liberty or if the set design changed is unknown. The stock photography also depicts the set as including the [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Red Alert]] Kreon in place of Sideswipe.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:KreO-Toy UltimateVehiclePack.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Ultimate Vehicle Pack''' (2012)
**''Set number'': '''A4583'''
**''Pieces'': '''279'''
**''Kreons'': Bluestreak, Jazz, Sideswipe
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:Unchanged versions of Kreon Sideswipe and [[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Bluestreak]] were also included in the Ultimate Vehicle Pack, a bucket containing the [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#90pc|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#74pc|Bumblebee]], and [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Jazz]] sets.

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[[File:Kre-o-class-of-1984-sideswipe-kreon.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': Prom King
**''Accessories'': Optimus rifle

: This version of Sideswipe features much more extensive toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior version.

:He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "[[Kreon Class of 1984]]". Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Class of 1984 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''

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===Masterpiece===
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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness!]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[October 27]], [[2012]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, two pile drivers (A), two pile drivers (B, Amazon.co.jp only)
: ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Lambor transforms into a licensed Lamborghini Countach LP500S. As with other figures in the ''Masterpiece'' line, he is intended to be an accurate representation of his [[Character model|cartoon model]], and even features a Lamborghini-supervised paint scheme, such as glossy red [[Paint operation|paint]] covering the ''entirety'' of his vehicle mode panels and robot shoulders, as well as various bits of black detailing to make it accurate to the real-life vehicle. Standing at around 6¼ inches (or 15.5 centimetres) from head to toe in robot mode, he is also in [[scale]] with MP-10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|Optimus Prime]], and can fit inside [[Combat Deck (G1)#mp10|Prime's trailer]] in vehicle mode. In contrast to larger entries in this line, Lambor lacks [[die-cast]] parts, and his tires are cast in hard, non-rubberized plastic.

[[File:MP-13 Lambor full color.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|The Amazon version's additional <s>cake slicers</s> <s>screwdrivers</s> pile drivers.]]
: For accessories, he comes with his hand-held flare gun, and his non-firing missile launcher, which is jointed at the peg to allow it to pivot up and down, and can mount on either shoulder in robot mode. His launcher and gun can be combined and mounted on a self-covering peg-hole on his vehicle roof/robot back. He also comes with a pair of pile drivers, which can snap onto the ends of his forearms when either hand is flipped in, and are based on the blunt arm pistons he uses in "[[A Plague of Insecticons]]". He is also compatible with the rocket pack included with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#35th|MP-44 Convoy]], as it belonged to Sideswipe in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]".

:If purchased in Japan through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]], one additionally gets a different [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] pair of pile drivers, which are based on the jackhammer-like pistons he uses in "[[Dinobot Island, Part 2]]". If purchased in other Asian markets outside of Japan, a collector's coin is included instead. Both the coin and its wheel-shaped package identify him as Sideswipe instead of Lambor. In Malaysia, Lambor included both the additional Amazon.co.jp pile drivers and the coin. A reissue of the figure in September 2015 came with a different coin, coming in a package shaped like Sideswipe's chest/front hood.<ref>http://news.tfw2005.com/2015/08/24/masterpiece-lambor-hasbro-asia-reissue-collectors-coin-300240</ref>

:This mold was redecoed and retooled to make MP-14 [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Alert]]. Lambor's version of the mold, with Alert's face, was then redecoed into MP-12T [[Tigertrack#Masterpiece|Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPLambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12G-G2Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness: Hardcore Edition!]]
*'''Lambor G-2 Ver.''' ([[February 22]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12G'''
**''Accessories'': MA68S Machine Gun, GZS-3 Grenade Launcher, Broad Sword, 2 "Spike Armor" wheels
:Like the original [[#Generation 2|''Generation 2'' Sideswipe toy]], ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. features mostly a straight-up swap of his red and black plastic and paint colors, resulting in a black body with red trim. His windows have been changed from translucent black to translucent red, his helmet is painted red, and he features a new, [[Derek Yaniger|Yaniger]]-licious snarling face with separately-painted [[Teeth|pearly whites]]. He comes with a [[sticker]] sheet that duplicates the original G2 toy's deco, as well as two comic-accurate ''Generaton 2'' Autobot symbol stickers of varying sizes. While the majority of the red car parts on the original Masterpiece figure are now black, portions of the robot mode that were previously red remain red. These areas include the back of his legs as well as portions of his torso.

:Instead of his original weapons, Lambor comes with new accessories based on the weapons he wielded in the Marvel G2 comic. These include a handheld machine gun and grenade launcher, a pair of articulated, non-rolling spiked wheels that can mount on his shoulders, and a sword, all of which can combine and mount onto his roof. Sadly, he does ''not'' come with a bandolier to properly carry that sword on his back, which means the sword just kind-of loosely stows there according to the [[instructions]].

:If purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, a recolor of MP-12 Lambor's collector's coin is included. Among other minor differences, the coin is now colored silver, and its wheel-shaped package now features a ''Generation 2'' Autobot symbol at the back in place of a Generation 1-type symbol.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/MPG2Lambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. at TFU.info]''
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[[File:MP12-Lambor-TFExpo.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Less is more. A ''lot'' more.]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[August 9]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun
:The first ''Masterpiece'' Lambor figure is reissued without any Autobot symbols (akin to his red ''Diaclone'' New Countach LP500S counterpart) , and released as a [[Transformers Expo]] 2014 exclusive, with the included customer-applied insignias.

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[[File:MP12Plus-Lambor-AnimeColor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm the one who's ''not'' vain.]]
*'''Lambor Anime Color Edition''' ([[November 25]], [[2017]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12+'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, three sets of pile drivers
:Issued to coincide with the release of ''Masterpiece'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Sunstreaker]] and continuing the Masterpiece+ sideline, started with ''Masterpiece'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#MasterpieceAnimeColor|Alert Anime Color Edition]], Lambor Anime Color Edition is a redeco and retool of Lambor in more anime accurate colors—including bright white paint on the thighs and the ridges by his head. His arms and feet remain a very light blue / off-white color to replicate the distinction in color his [[character model]] featured between the original toy's white plastic and vac-metallic silver parts. The Autobot symbol on his chest is larger. He now has MP-14 Alert's face in place of the original MP-12's face.

:He comes with three sets of pile drivers, the two from the original MP-12, plus the third set originally included with [[Clamp Down#Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'' Clamp Down]], redecoed in grey, which are based on their appearance in "[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]".

:When purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, ''yet another'' (number four for those keeping track at home) collector coin is included, cast in bright silver (as opposed to the brushed appearance of the G-2 coin), which also for the first time identifies him as "Lambor". It comes mounted on a card similar to the original MP-12 and G-2 coins, however the wheel motif is based on the actual Countach wheel design, rather than the generic spoked wheel of its predecessors. Like the coin itself, the card identifies him as "Lambor."<ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/the-masterpiece-cards-coins-thread.819496/page-24#post-15270213</ref>
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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Lambor''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-05'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Lambor transforms from [[super deformed]] Lamborghini Countach to cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Sideswipe as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Q-Transformers|Alert]].

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===Generations===
====Alt-Modes====
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====Cyber Series====
[[File:Cyber-Battalion-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Cyber Battalion, 2018)
:Released as part of a third wave of [[Transformers: Generations#PrimeWarsTrilogyAsian|''Generations'' Cyber Battalion]] figures, Sideswipe is a heavy retool of Cyber Battalion Prowl, featuring a new head, chest, forearms, and feet. He can convert from robot to a car in 8 steps. He has a chunkier design and is intended for a younger audience, but despite that he has an excellent range of poseability. The transformation seems to partially be taken from the ''Reveal the Shield'' Legends Class [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Prowl]] figure.

:This figure was sold in the United States at Walgreens stores after debuting in Asian markets.
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-For-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Futuristic sports car with a large window? [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Hot Rod]] hopes this is a pretool.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S10'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-04'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[February 23]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Sideswipe transforms from robot to Cybertronian car and back. He includes two weapons compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]—the "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher", and the "W-5 Gyro Blaster". Both weapons can combine to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster." Due to the fact that there are two 5 mm ports on the W-5 blaster accessory, the W-10 can fit into both sides of the weapon.Sideswipe also features "battle damage" paint applications on his waist, shins, and feet, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:The detachable tip of Sideswipe's Proton Launcher was later used for ''Siege'' [[Six-Gun#Generations|Sixgun]]'s back-mounted weapons.

:As usual, he was given new artillery and paint while being retooled as [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Red Alert]].

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[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-S-Firestormer-Battle-Pack-G2-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Three uses of the mold and still nothing? Hot Rod worries.]]
*'''Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce''' (multi-pack, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S26'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:"Covert Clone Sideswipe" is a redeco of the above mold in the colours of [[#Generation 2|his ''Generation 2'' iteration]], and unlike [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#Timelines|most modern releases]] [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#G2Masterpiece|of the redeco]], he retains the Generation 1 symbol (accurate to the original ''Generation 2'' toy). Sideswipe will be included in the "Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce" with [[Slamdance (G1)#Generations|Slamdance]] and the Battle Master [[Trenchfoot]].

:Similarly to the above figure, G2 Sideswipe features the battle damage, weapons, and hard points for "Fire Blasts". The set was an [[Amazon_(website)|Amazon]] exclusive in North America, which also labels the set as "Final Strike Figure Series: Part 1."

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Gum===
*'''Lambor''' (1985)
**''Accessories:'' rocket launcher
:Essentially a downsized version of the original Sideswipe toy, the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' Lambor kit is sculpted from black, red, and grey plastic, features stickers rather than paint applications for details, and came with a stick of gum.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Don't swipe me on your writings.]]
*'''Sideswipe #18'''
:Sideswipe was one of the many characters represented by a small plastic [[decoy]] available carded with other transformers.
::''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Decoy Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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===Titanium Series===
[[File:TitaniumRM Side Swipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Sideswipe turns small a lot.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Robot Master, [[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' Engine blaster

:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Side Swipe is based upon Sideswipe's ''Alternators'' toy. Constructed partially of die cast metal, Side Swipe has limited articulation located in his shoulders and neck. He comes with a removable engine blaster and an Autobot symbol display stand.

:This mold was going to be redecoed as ''Titanium'' Sunstreaker, but that release was canceled.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Titanium Side Swipe at TFU.info]''
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===Attacktix===
[[File:Sideswipe-atx.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Tread softly and carry a big gun"]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)

:''[[Attacktix]]'' Sideswipe was to be a missile-firing "blaster" style playing piece, presumably part of a third wave of "Booster" packs. He was revealed at the [[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] "Celebration IV" convention alongside many other ''Attacktix'' pieces that would [[unreleased toy|ultimately never see release]].

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===Transformers Figure Collection===
[[File:TF-Transformers-Figure-Collection-Sideswipe-Decoy.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Lambor''' (01-2016)

:Standing 42mm tall, ''Transformers Figure Collection'' Lambor is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure based on the previously released [[Decoy]] figure.

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===Transformers Trading Card Game===
[[File:Private-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Private Sideswipe''' (Uncommon, 2019)
:Private Sideswipe was one of the 48 character cards included in wave 3 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game|Transformers Trading Card Game]]. Private Sideswipe is based on ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' Deluxe Class Sideswipe, the artwork for his robot mode was first used as the box art for the toy.
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==Notes==
[[File:UnmadeG2SideswipeMockup.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*In recent years, a mock-up of a '''second''' ''Generation 2'' redeco of the original Sideswipe toy has surfaced. Acquired and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2swipe_template.html photographed] by ''Transformers'' rarities-hunter Maziar "Maz" Shahsafdari, the find joins the ranks of the similarly unmade ''Generation 2'' [[Sandstorm (G2)|"desert Ramjet"]] and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2mirage_template.html pink and green Mirage] mock-ups. [[Package art]] for the figure published in ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' revealed that it would have had decals of a sunrise/sunset on the vehicle mode hood and doors.
*During the 1990s, another company held the "Sideswipe" [[trademark]] in the "toys" field, even though Hasbro still released two toys using that name as part of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] line (it's unclear if this resulted in any legal repercussions for Hasbro). When Hasbro finally managed to reclaim the name for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' line]], the name was now rendered as "[[Side Swipe (RID)|Side Swipe]]", in two words, for whatever reason. The next two toys to spell "Sideswipe" as one word again were the [[OTFCC 2003]] [[exclusive]]<ref name="otfccsideswipe">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/sideswipe/485/ OTFCC 2003 Sideswipe], named "Sideswipe" on his own packaging.</ref> and the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Super-Con]].<ref name="armadasideswipe1">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-images/toys/Armada/Autobots/Side+Swipe/side1.jpg.html ''Armada'' Side Swipe in original packaging], named "Sideswipe".</ref> However, the OTFCC figure was referred to as "Side Swipe" when featured as a [[cross-sell]] on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack,<ref name="otfccvipersisters">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/shadow-striker/483/1/10/ Cross-sell on the OTFCC 2003 Shadow Striker/Roulette two-pack's packaging], identifying Sideswipe as "Side Swipe".</ref> whereas the "[[The Unicron Battles|Unicron Battles]]-style packaging redesign for the ''Armada'' figure saw the name changed to "Side Swipe" on the name insert as well.<ref name="armadasideswipe2">[http://www.shmax.com/product_details/835/sideswipe_with_nightbeat ''Armada'' Side Swipe in "Unicron Battles" packaging], named "Side Swipe".</ref> Hasbro ''finally'' decided to re-file the name "Sideswipe" (as one word) as a trademark in 2008, presumably because a [[Sideswipe (Movie)|character]] in the upcoming movie ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' and the accompanying [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|toy line]] was going to sport that name, and Hasbro were using that as an opportunity to re-introduce the spelling of the name as one word. As a result, the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class toy was the first toy to "properly" sport the name "Sideswipe" as one word. Oddly enough, in 2012, Hasbro re-filed "Side Swipe", along with several other old trademarks.<ref name="swipe2012">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys-products-30/latest-hasbro-transformers-trademarks-tow-line-armorhide-rollbar-side-swipe-175521/ Hasbro re-files old trademarks]</ref>
*[[Fun Publications]] considered making a ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Sideswipe (as a straight redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe Class [[Breakdown (G1)#Generations|Breakdown]]), but ultimately shelved this idea in favor of other products.

==References==
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[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:BotCon exclusives]]
[[Category:Convention exclusives]]
[[Category:Customization class toys]]
[[Category:Decoys]]
[[Category:E-Hobby]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
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[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Masterpiece]]
[[Category:MyClone]]
[[Category:Q-Transformers characters]]
[[Category:Titanium Series]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Timelines characters]]
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Sideswipe (G1)/toys

2020-01-13T21:55:35Z

Arnedarvin: My first edit. am so worried that I screwed this up, but I want to do my best to help all of you out.

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[[File:G1boxart-Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.8|thumb]]
Much red plastic has been sacrificed in the name of '''Sideswipe'''!

==Toys==
===The Transformers===
[[File:G1sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.14|thumb|He had the look before it was [[Spy Changer|trendy]].]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Autobot Cars]], [[1984]]/[[1985]], [[1991]], [[2001]]/[[2002]]/[[2003]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04''', '''TFC-07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' "New [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Countach|Countach LP500S]]", Sideswipe transforms into... well, into that. In [[robot mode]] he is armed with a white rifle and a missile launcher that can clip onto either of his shoulders. The launcher can fire one of three included white missiles, in theory, as the springs were weakened for the US release [[for safety reasons]]. The original 1984 US release did not have the [[rubsign]] found on later releases.

:When Hasbro released the original Generation 1 toys in continental [[Europe]] through its then recently acquired subsidiary [[Milton Bradley]] in 1985, several toys, such as the Autobot Cars, were actually pre-existing stock originally intended for [[Joustra]]'s version of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' line that was acquired by Hasbro as part of an agreement with Joustra and put into MB-branded ''Transformers'' packaging. For some reason, the Sunstreaker toy (sporting its yellow Hasbro ''Transformers'' colors due to being produced during the ''Diaclone''/''Transformers'' transitional period) was released in packaging intended for his brother Sideswipe, an entirely different sculpt. The packaging even included Sideswipe's instructions and sticker sheet, neither of which were of much use for the toy. It's currently unknown whether the actual Sideswipe toy was ever sold in MB "Sideswipe" packaging at all, although considering the origin of the MB-branded Autobot Cars, it's very unlikely for this to be the case.<ref name="mbsunswipe">[http://20thcenturytoycollector.com/mb-transformers-part-6/ "MB Transformers: Part 6"] at 20th Century Toy Collector.</ref>

:This sculpt was also used to make [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]], [[Clamp Down]], [[Deep Cover]] and [[Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.transformerland.com/wiki/toy-info/transformers-g1-autobot-cars-sideswipe/204/ Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Sideswipe at Transformerland.com]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 1 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ActionmasterSideswipe toy.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I have a hat!]]
*'''Sideswipe with Vanguard''' ([[Action Master]], 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Photon laser" rifle

:A non-transforming action figure that combines elements from both his original toy and his [[Character model|animation model]], [[Action Master]] Sideswipe is compatible with any other Action Master weapon or vehicle. His [[Action Master partner|partner]]-unit [[Vanguard]] forms a backpack and battle helmet, and complements Sideswipe's color scheme quite well.

:Action Master Sideswipe was only available in [[The Transformers (European toyline)|European]] (and certain Australian) markets.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1991/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Action Master Sideswipe with Vanguard at TFU.info]''
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*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Classics (Europe)|Classics Heroes]], Europe/Australia 1991)
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The original Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released in Europe and Australia in 1991 as part of the ''Classics'' line, with no apparent changes other than the new packaging.

===Generation 2===
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[[File:G2-toy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He got dressed in the dark and accidentally put his colors on backwards.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Autobot Heroic, [[1993]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun, missile launcher, 1 missile

:Part of the first assortment of Autobot cars, Sideswipe's original toy had his colors re-arranged to a black car mode with red and white robot parts, plus new [[neon]] green "racing" decals were added to the mix. His original rocket launcher was removed, and replaced with a large spring-loaded launcher that could be hand-held or mounted on his [[retool]]ed car mode roof.

:His new spring-loaded missile launcher was taken from [http://www.yojoe.com/action/91/snowserpent2.shtml Snow Serpent] from the ''[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]'' toyline.

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1993/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:G2-toy SideswipeGoBots.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Then he shrank and faded in the wash.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]], [[1995]])
**''Accessories:'' Gun

:A redeco of [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]] [[Firecracker]], Sideswipe transforms into a blue [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Lamborghini Diablo|Lamborghini Diablo]] with through-axle construction for super-fast rolling on smooth surfaces in car mode. He is compatible with many "Hot Wheels" and "Matchbox"-brand racetrack sets.

:This mold was also used to make Go-Bot Optimus Prime and [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[R.E.V.]].

:This toy was later [[repurposing|repurposed]] to be a [[Sideswipe (G2)|"next-generation" clone of Sideswipe]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Generation 2 Go-Bot Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Collector's Edition===
*'''Lambor''' (World Character Convention 12 exclusive, Japan 2001)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:In 2001, the Generation 1 Sideswipe toy was re-released by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] under his Japanese name "Lambor", as a set bundled with his [[mold]]-mate [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Red Alert]] ("Alert" in Japan), [[exclusive]] to World Character Convention 12. His license plate decal was changed from the infringing "COUNTACH" to "CAR MACHINE".

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*'''Lambor''' (e-HOBBY exclusive, Japan 2002)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''04'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:Lambor (Sideswipe) and Alert (Red Alert) were once again re-released together in January 2002 as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive "New Year Special" set. This version of the figure came with an alternate [[sticker]] sheet that changed the color of several of his decals: the blue stickers on his shins and stomach became red, while blue arrows on his feet were switched to yellow. He came with a new bio card with new art by [[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]].

===The Transformers Collection===
*'''Lambor''' (Japan 2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''07'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as an e-HOBBY exclusive, minus the extra decal sheet, was ''again'' re-released as part of ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' "book-box" series.

===Universe (2003)===
[[File:TFU03-toy SideswipeOTFCC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I should've had a [[Wheeljack (Armada)|Wheeljack]] retool!]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2003)
**''Accessories:'' Left & right launchers/thrusters, 2 flame missiles

:One of several [[exclusive]]s to [[OTFCC 2003]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Sideswipe is a [[redeco]] of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Prowl (RID)#Toys|Prowl]] mold, once again transforming into a Lamborghini Diablo. A pair of add-on thrusters become arm-mounted launchers for robot mode; each one being a pressure-launch missile launcher.

:The part that connects the toy's windshield to the main body uses a red [[sticker]] rather than paint, as that part is made out of [[unpaintable plastic]]. The police lights from the original mold were removed, leaving this area bare.

:This mold was also used to make ''Universe'' [[Inferno (Universe)|Inferno]] and the ''Universe'' incarnation of [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2003)|Generation 1 Sunstreaker]].

{{note|While the toy's name was spelled "Sideswipe" (one word) on its own packaging, the cross-sell on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack spelled it "Side Swipe" (two words) instead. See [[#Notes|Notes]] for more.}}

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OTFCCSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Universe Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Smallest Transforming Transformers===
[[File:STFLambor.jpg|upright=1.75|thumb|Yet another release Sunstreaker just wasn't cool enough for.]]
*'''Lambor''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number'': '''GTF-02'''

:''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' Lambor is a very small-scale, extensively simplified replica of the original Sideswipe toy. He has very little articulation, he has no weapons, and his vehicle mode wheels cannot roll.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed to make ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys|Alert]].

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/SmallestSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Smallest Transforming Lambor at TFU.info]''
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===Alternators/Binaltech===
[[File:AlternatorsSide Swipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just think, he was almost Tracks.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (2003, [[2004]])
**''Alternator ID number:'' '''2'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BT-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Dodge Viper Engine/gun

:The second ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' toy released, Side Swipe's [[alternate mode]] is a [[licensed vehicle alternate modes|licensed]] 1:24 scale [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes#Dodge Viper .28Chrysler.29|Dodge Viper]] (identified as an SRT-10 model by the Japanese ''Binaltech'' version) featuring opening doors, a detailed interior, and a hood that opens to reveal an engine bay holding a replica Viper V-10 engine. The vehicle mode also features movable steering and [[rubber tires]] with [[vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] wheels. His removable engine becomes a blaster.

:The main difference between Hasbro's ''Alternators'' Side Swipe and Takara's ''Binaltech'' "Lambor" releases is that the ''Binaltech'' version has die-cast metal parts for most of the car's outer body shell, with the exception of the rear end (the "backpack" [[kibble]] in robot mode), and the entire red exterior of the car is fully painted, unlike the ''Alternators'' version's flat red plastic. Furthermore, the ''Alternators'' version sports additional "blackwash" [[paint operation]]s on his chest the ''Binaltech'' version lacks.

:The Dodge Viper sculpt was originally designed to be a new body for [[Tracks (G1)/toys|Tracks]] after the first attempt to secure the Corvette license had fallen through. Eventually, though, Chevrolet had a change of mind and granted Hasbro and Takara the license for the Corvette design after all. As a result, the Viper mold was slightly redesigned, was given a new head sculpt and released as Sideswipe (or "Side Swipe") instead. This explains why, unlike most of the early Alternators toys, Side Swipe's robot mode bears little resemblance to his G1 self. The most noticeable redesign from the "Tracks" design was the vehicle mode's doors being moved from the "backpack" kibble (where they would have resembled the G1 Tracks toy's wings) to the sides of the arms, thus being the most obvious visual cue taken from the G1 Sideswipe toy. The doors are, however, still splayed out to the sides in the ''Alternators'' version's [[package art]] and can be moved to match Tracks's wing configuration, which implies that the redesign may have been done before the switch from Tracks to Sideswipe was made.

:This sculpt was [[retool]]ed to make [[Dead End (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Dead End]], who was then [[redeco]]ed into [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Alternators|Sunstreaker]] (although the retool was originally done with Sunstreaker in mind).

::''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/AltSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Alternators Side Swipe on TFU.info]''
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===Commemorative Series===
[[File:Sideswipebox.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Toys"R"Us exclusive, USA/Australia/Canada 2004; KB Toys exclusive, USA 2005; Asian markets exclusive, 2012)
**''Series:'' '''VIII'''
**''Accessories:'' "Laser gun", rocket launcher, 3 rockets

:The version of Generation 1 Sideswipe previously released as part of Takara's "Transformers Collection" series, albeit with its spring-loaded launcher de-sprung [[for safety reasons]], was reissued by [[Hasbro]] under the modified name "Side Swipe" as part of their [[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]] VIII, one of the last American reissues. However, because [[Toys"R"Us]], who had carried the Commemorative Series as an [[exclusive]] line up until that point, had abruptly decided to discontinue the line, Side Swipe was only released in very low quantities in the United States; in fact, his availability at TRU was considered a myth for many years. The unsold stock was made available a year later through [[KB Toys]] stores and outlets, at half the original price. The figure ''was'', however, available at Toys"R"Us stores in Australia and Canada in 2004 in average quantities.

:In 2012, several Commemorative Series figures, among them Side Swipe, were re-released in Hasbro's Asian markets, in slightly altered packaging. Unlike most of the other figures from this batch, Side Swipe retained the "Commemorative Series VIII" label on his box; however, the background color of the "choking hazard" safety warning label was changed from red to black, the Hasbro logo was updated to the then-current version, and the "+" after the "Ages 5+" recommendation was increased in size. Oddly, even though Hasbro had started spelling the name of toys of the character as "Sideswipe" again in 2008, this release still rendered the name as "Side Swipe".
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===Universe (2008)===
[[File:Universe2008 SideSwipe toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Better red than...]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe, 2008)
**''Series'': '''Classic Series'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher", engine supercharger intakes

:Part of the third wave of [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] Deluxe Class toys, Sideswipe is a retool/[[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Sunstreaker]], transforming into a modified {{w|Lamborghini Gallardo}}. Though the car is mostly based upon the Gallardo, to avoid legal problems, it also features modified headlights and elements taken from other cars—most of them are taken from other Lamborghini models, such as a rear end that is basically a cross between a {{w|Lamborghini Murciélago|Murciélago}} and a {{w|Lamborghini Diablo|Diablo}}; however, the split side windows and the ridges on the door vents are based on a {{w|McLaren F1}}. He also comes with the same roof-mounted engine supercharger accessory as Sunstreaker. Hasbro's early plans for Sunstreaker and Sideswipe had the two as straight redecos of each other, only differing in their head sculpts besides their colors—namely, Sunstreaker would have just been Sideswipe in yellow with a different head. It was [[TakaraTomy]] designer [[Hisashi Yuki]] who suggested an alternate transformation by turning the upper body by 180 degrees (and swapping the hands to accommodate the different upper body orientation), thus providing more individual robot mode looks for the two characters that resemble their respective ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' designs more.<ref name="generations2009">Interview with Hisashi Yuki in [[Transformers Generations 2009|''Transformers Generations 2009'' vol. 1]], [http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-news-rumors/223379-takaratomy-staff-interview-generations-2009-vol-1-translation.html English translation] at TFW2005.</ref>

:[[File:SunstreakerSideswipeSDCC2007.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|''Universe'' [[Tigertrack]]. Fortunately, this didn't happen.]]
:Hasbro also originally intended the [[alternate mode]]'s supercharger to split into two halves which would then become the handgun and a spring-loaded shoulder launcher for the robot mode. On the final toy, the Flare Launcher (a redeco of Sunstreaker's Electron Pulse Blaster) can be combined with the removable supercharger engine accessory by wrapping the intakes around the gun and mounted in either of the holes on his shoulders to simulate Sideswipe's Generation 1 missile launcher. Of course, this leaves him without a hand-held weapon. The engine can also be mounted on Sideswipe's back as his [[Jet pack|rocket pack]]. Most of this is not shown in the [[instructions]], which only instruct the owner of the toy to put the gun in his hand and attach the supercharger to his back.

:Even worse, Sideswipe's instruction line art is recycled from Sunstreaker's instructions and therefore incorrectly gives him Sunstreaker's transformation and head, despite the [[stock photography|stock photo]] depicted on top of the instructions showing him with the hood as the chest and the correct Sideswipe head.<ref>[http://hasbro.com/common/instruct/83685.pdf Official Universe Sideswipe instructions PDF file on Hasbro.com]</ref> Unfortunately, the stock photo Hasbro provided to online retailers retains this incorrect transformation, and [[:File:UniSideswipeStockPhoto.jpg|throws in some additional mistakes as well]]. Oy.

:The Sunstreaker/Sideswipe sculpt was also retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Punch (G1)#Timelines|Punch]], [[Breakdown (G1)#Timelines|''Generation 2'' Breakdown]], and [[Breakdown (G1)#G1TimelinesBreakdown|Generation 1 Breakdown]], as well as ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|Alert]] and ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Generations|Red Alert]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/TFUSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on ''Universe'' (2008) Sideswipe on TFU.info]''
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===Henkei! Henkei!===
[[File:Henkei Lambor toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Whoever does Takara's photography seriously needs to be outsourced to Hasbro.]]
*'''Lambor''' (Deluxe, [[2008]]-[[October 23|10-23]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-09'''
**''Accessories:'' "Flare Launcher"

:The Japanese version of ''Universe'' Sideswipe has [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] silver on his flare launcher and his spoiler, but does not come with the supercharger engine/[[Jet pack|rocket pack]] accessory that Henkei Sunstreaker and ''Universe'' Sunstreaker/Sideswipe included. This was a willful decision meant to differentiate further between him and Sunstreaker. That's right: Takara ''deliberately omitted an optional accessory'' to make the toy more "G1-accurate".<ref name="generations2009"/>

:He also has correct, personalized [[instructions]] that aren't just Sunstreaker's. Like Sunstreaker, the Japanese version's roof paint is a much closer match to the red colored plastic. The Japanese version also features a glossier black paint and the white has a yellow tint compared the white plastic used for Hasbro version. His [[license plate]] says "LAMBOR" rather than "SWIPE".
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===Timelines===
[[File:BotCon2010-customclassSideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Folks are gonna be pisssyyyyyy.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' ([[BotCon 2010]] customization class Deluxe)
**''Accessories'': Gun/tailpipe, engine supercharger intakes

:A ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]''-style redeco of ''Universe'' Sideswipe, ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Sideswipe is pre-molded in new colors, which was unprecedented for the BotCon customization class exclusive (and apparently came as a surprise to [[Fun Publications]]). During the class, the mold was assembled, painted and stickered by the enrollees. Between the two classes, there were 52 participants.

:The exact brands and colors of paints utilized to paint this figure were:

:-Polly Scale #F414296 Stainless Steel (face and hub caps)
:-Polly Scale #F505020 Red RLM23 (this color is discontinued from the manufacturer)
:-Model Master Acryl #4769 Flat White (base coat under RLM 23 on hood)
:-Model Master Acryl #4768 Flat Black (tires)
:-Model Master Acryl #4721 Insignia Yellow (side markers)
:-Model Master Acryl #4637 Semi-Gloss Clear
:-Model Master Acryl #4609 British Crimson (tail lights)
:-Model Master Acryl #4746 Medium Gray (base coat under RLM 23 on upper arms, under Stainless Steel on face and hubcaps)
:-Vallejo #72023 Electric Blue (gun tip)

:In regards to the plastic mold changes, white remains white, but like the original ''Generation 2'' figure, the red and black colors are swapped. Clear green replaces the clear plastic used for the window and thighs.

:This figure uses the ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Generations|Red Alert]] version of the mold, which includes two screw holes in the canopy (rather than one like ''Henkei! Henkei!'' Alert or none like all other versions of this mold). The samples [[Shawn D. Tessmann|Shawn Tessmann]] had on display used the original version of the mold, and lacked the screw holes. Despite the mold change, the lightbar was not included. These holes replace the slots used to mount the rocket pack in robot mode. The rocket pack can still be mounted on the gun in robot mode and in car mode though. As an unintended result of having empty screw holes over the rocket pack sockets, Sideswipe can now mount his gun inside either screw hole on the roof of his car mode.

:The unassembled figure was also given out to those who volunteered at BotCon 2010.
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===Kre-O===
[[File:KreOtoy-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Sideswipe''' (2011)
**''Set number'': '''31771'''
**''Pieces'': '''220'''
**''Kreons'': Sideswipe, [[Sideswipe's driver|Driver]]
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:''[[Kre-O]]'' Sideswipe can be built in either robot or G1-inspired car mode. His head sculpt is heavily based on [[#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' Sideswipe]]'s head design, but as a first for a Sideswipe toy with a primarily red body, the head is ''not'' colored black, but ''red'' like the ''Generation 2''-inspired BotCon 2010 customization class version's head ([[#Timelines|see above]]). He comes with two [[Kreon]]s: a Sideswipe based on the Generation 1 character and a generic driver.

:Like many other Kre-O sets, his stock photography shows a different robot mode construction than the final product. The most noticeable examples are his lower legs which have a much less awkward construction in the stock photos than the final product. Whether this is the photographer taking creative liberty or if the set design changed is unknown. The stock photography also depicts the set as including the [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Red Alert]] Kreon in place of Sideswipe.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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[[File:KreO-Toy UltimateVehiclePack.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
* '''Ultimate Vehicle Pack''' (2012)
**''Set number'': '''A4583'''
**''Pieces'': '''279'''
**''Kreons'': Bluestreak, Jazz, Sideswipe
**''Accessories'': Rifle

:Unchanged versions of Kreon Sideswipe and [[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Bluestreak]] were also included in the Ultimate Vehicle Pack, a bucket containing the [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)#90pc|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#74pc|Bumblebee]], and [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Jazz]] sets.

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[[File:Kre-o-class-of-1984-sideswipe-kreon.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': Prom King
**''Accessories'': Optimus rifle

: This version of Sideswipe features much more extensive toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior version.

:He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "[[Kreon Class of 1984]]". Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Class of 1984 Sideswipe at TFU.info]''

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===Masterpiece===
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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness!]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[October 27]], [[2012]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, two pile drivers (A), two pile drivers (B, Amazon.co.jp only)
: ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Lambor transforms into a licensed Lamborghini Countach LP500S. As with other figures in the ''Masterpiece'' line, he is intended to be an accurate representation of his [[Character model|cartoon model]], and even features a Lamborghini-supervised paint scheme, such as glossy red [[Paint operation|paint]] covering the ''entirety'' of his vehicle mode panels and robot shoulders, as well as various bits of black detailing to make it accurate to the real-life vehicle. Standing at around 6¼ inches (or 15.5 centimetres) from head to toe in robot mode, he is also in [[scale]] with MP-10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|Optimus Prime]], and can fit inside [[Combat Deck (G1)#mp10|Prime's trailer]] in vehicle mode. In contrast to larger entries in this line, Lambor lacks [[die-cast]] parts, and his tires are cast in hard, non-rubberized plastic.

[[File:MP-13 Lambor full color.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|The Amazon version's additional <s>cake slicers</s> <s>screwdrivers</s> pile drivers.]]
: For accessories, he comes with his hand-held flare gun, and his non-firing missile launcher, which is jointed at the peg to allow it to pivot up and down, and can mount on either shoulder in robot mode. His launcher and gun can be combined and mounted on a self-covering peg-hole on his vehicle roof/robot back. He also comes with a pair of pile drivers, which can snap onto the ends of his forearms when either hand is flipped in, and are based on the blunt arm pistons he uses in "[[A Plague of Insecticons]]". He is also compatible with the rocket pack included with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#35th|MP-44 Convoy]], as it belonged to Sideswipe in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]".

:If purchased in Japan through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]], one additionally gets a different [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] pair of pile drivers, which are based on the jackhammer-like pistons he uses in "[[Dinobot Island, Part 2]]". If purchased in other Asian markets outside of Japan, a collector's coin is included instead. Both the coin and its wheel-shaped package identify him as Sideswipe instead of Lambor. In Malaysia, Lambor included both the additional Amazon.co.jp pile drivers and the coin. A reissue of the figure in September 2015 came with a different coin, coming in a package shaped like Sideswipe's chest/front hood.<ref>http://news.tfw2005.com/2015/08/24/masterpiece-lambor-hasbro-asia-reissue-collectors-coin-300240</ref>

:This mold was redecoed and retooled to make MP-14 [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Alert]]. Lambor's version of the mold, with Alert's face, was then redecoed into MP-12T [[Tigertrack#Masterpiece|Tigertrack]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/MPLambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Masterpiece-MP12G-G2Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Lamborghini-approved awesomeness: Hardcore Edition!]]
*'''Lambor G-2 Ver.''' ([[February 22]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12G'''
**''Accessories'': MA68S Machine Gun, GZS-3 Grenade Launcher, Broad Sword, 2 "Spike Armor" wheels
:Like the original [[#Generation 2|''Generation 2'' Sideswipe toy]], ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. features mostly a straight-up swap of his red and black plastic and paint colors, resulting in a black body with red trim. His windows have been changed from translucent black to translucent red, his helmet is painted red, and he features a new, [[Derek Yaniger|Yaniger]]-licious snarling face with separately-painted [[Teeth|pearly whites]]. He comes with a [[sticker]] sheet that duplicates the original G2 toy's deco, as well as two comic-accurate ''Generaton 2'' Autobot symbol stickers of varying sizes. While the majority of the red car parts on the original Masterpiece figure are now black, portions of the robot mode that were previously red remain red. These areas include the back of his legs as well as portions of his torso.

:Instead of his original weapons, Lambor comes with new accessories based on the weapons he wielded in the Marvel G2 comic. These include a handheld machine gun and grenade launcher, a pair of articulated, non-rolling spiked wheels that can mount on his shoulders, and a sword, all of which can combine and mount onto his roof. Sadly, he does ''not'' come with a bandolier to properly carry that sword on his back, which means the sword just kind-of loosely stows there according to the [[instructions]].

:If purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, a recolor of MP-12 Lambor's collector's coin is included. Among other minor differences, the coin is now colored silver, and its wheel-shaped package now features a ''Generation 2'' Autobot symbol at the back in place of a Generation 1-type symbol.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/MPG2Lambor/lambor.htm More information on ''Masterpiece'' Lambor G-2 Ver. at TFU.info]''
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[[File:MP12-Lambor-TFExpo.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Less is more. A ''lot'' more.]]
*'''Lambor''' ([[August 9]], [[2014]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun
:The first ''Masterpiece'' Lambor figure is reissued without any Autobot symbols (akin to his red ''Diaclone'' New Countach LP500S counterpart) , and released as a [[Transformers Expo]] 2014 exclusive, with the included customer-applied insignias.

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[[File:MP12Plus-Lambor-AnimeColor.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm the one who's ''not'' vain.]]
*'''Lambor Anime Color Edition''' ([[November 25]], [[2017]])
**''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-12+'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, flare gun, three sets of pile drivers
:Issued to coincide with the release of ''Masterpiece'' [[Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Sunstreaker]] and continuing the Masterpiece+ sideline, started with ''Masterpiece'' [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#MasterpieceAnimeColor|Alert Anime Color Edition]], Lambor Anime Color Edition is a redeco and retool of Lambor in more anime accurate colors—including bright white paint on the thighs and the ridges by his head. His arms and feet remain a very light blue / off-white color to replicate the distinction in color his [[character model]] featured between the original toy's white plastic and vac-metallic silver parts. The Autobot symbol on his chest is larger. He now has MP-14 Alert's face in place of the original MP-12's face.

:He comes with three sets of pile drivers, the two from the original MP-12, plus the third set originally included with [[Clamp Down#Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'' Clamp Down]], redecoed in grey, which are based on their appearance in "[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]".

:When purchased in Asian markets outside of Japan, ''yet another'' (number four for those keeping track at home) collector coin is included, cast in bright silver (as opposed to the brushed appearance of the G-2 coin), which also for the first time identifies him as "Lambor". It comes mounted on a card similar to the original MP-12 and G-2 coins, however the wheel motif is based on the actual Countach wheel design, rather than the generic spoked wheel of its predecessors. Like the coin itself, the card identifies him as "Lambor."<ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/the-masterpiece-cards-coins-thread.819496/page-24#post-15270213</ref>
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===Q-Transformers===
[[File:QTransformers Lambor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Lambor''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])
**''ID number:'' '''QT-05'''

:''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Lambor transforms from [[super deformed]] Lamborghini Countach to cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Sideswipe as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.

:This mold was retooled into ''Q-Transformers'' [[Red Alert (G1)#Q-Transformers|Alert]].

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====Cyber Series====
[[File:Cyber-Battalion-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Cyber Battalion, 2018)
:Released as part of a third wave of [[Transformers: Generations#PrimeWarsTrilogyAsian|''Generations'' Cyber Battalion]] figures, Sideswipe is a heavy retool of Cyber Battalion Prowl, featuring a new head, chest, forearms, and feet. He can convert from robot to a car in 8 steps. He has a chunkier design and is intended for a younger audience, but despite that he has an excellent range of poseability. The transformation seems to partially be taken from the ''Reveal the Shield'' Legends Class [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Prowl]] figure.

:This figure was sold in the United States at Walgreens stores after debuting in Asian markets.
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====War for Cybertron: Siege====
[[File:War-For-Cybertron-Siege-Deluxe-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Futuristic sports car with a large window? [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Hot Rod]] hopes this is a pretool.]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Deluxe Class, [[2018]])
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S10'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-04'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[February 23]], [[2019]]'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:Part of the first wave of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' Deluxe Class figures, Sideswipe transforms from robot to Cybertronian car and back. He includes two weapons compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]—the "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher", and the "W-5 Gyro Blaster". Both weapons can combine to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster." Due to the fact that there are two 5 mm ports on the W-5 blaster accessory, the W-10 can fit into both sides of the weapon. % Sideswipe also features "battle damage" paint applications on his waist, shins, and feet, as well as multiple hardpoints all over himself and his weapons to accommodate "Fire Blasts" from the [[Battle Master]]s assortment, which can be used to simulate blaster fire or explosions.

:The detachable tip of Sideswipe's Proton Launcher was later used for ''Siege'' [[Six-Gun#Generations|Sixgun]]'s back-mounted weapons.

:As usual, he was given new artillery and paint while being retooled as [[Red Alert (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Red Alert]].

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[[File:TF-Generations-WFC-S-Firestormer-Battle-Pack-G2-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Three uses of the mold and still nothing? Hot Rod worries.]]
*'''Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce''' (multi-pack, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''WFC-S26'''
**''Accessories:'' "W-10 Photo-Pulser Proton Launcher," "W-5 Gyro Blaster" (combines to form the "RR Gyrofuse Axleswitch Hyper-Blaster")
:"Covert Clone Sideswipe" is a redeco of the above mold in the colours of [[#Generation 2|his ''Generation 2'' iteration]], and unlike [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#Timelines|most modern releases]] [[Sideswipe_(G1)/toys#G2Masterpiece|of the redeco]], he retains the Generation 1 symbol (accurate to the original ''Generation 2'' toy). Sideswipe will be included in the "Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce" with [[Slamdance (G1)#Generations|Slamdance]] and the Battle Master [[Trenchfoot]].

:Similarly to the above figure, G2 Sideswipe features the battle damage, weapons, and hard points for "Fire Blasts". The set was an [[Amazon_(website)|Amazon]] exclusive in North America, which also labels the set as "Final Strike Figure Series: Part 1."

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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Gum===
*'''Lambor''' (1985)
**''Accessories:'' rocket launcher
:Essentially a downsized version of the original Sideswipe toy, the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' Lambor kit is sculpted from black, red, and grey plastic, features stickers rather than paint applications for details, and came with a stick of gum.
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===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy Sideswipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Don't swipe me on your writings.]]
*'''Sideswipe #18'''
:Sideswipe was one of the many characters represented by a small plastic [[decoy]] available carded with other transformers.
::''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Sideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Decoy Sideswipe at TFU.info]''
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===Titanium Series===
[[File:TitaniumRM Side Swipe.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Sideswipe turns small a lot.]]
*'''Side Swipe''' (Robot Master, [[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' Engine blaster

:''[[Titanium Series]]'' Side Swipe is based upon Sideswipe's ''Alternators'' toy. Constructed partially of die cast metal, Side Swipe has limited articulation located in his shoulders and neck. He comes with a removable engine blaster and an Autobot symbol display stand.

:This mold was going to be redecoed as ''Titanium'' Sunstreaker, but that release was canceled.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/TitSideswipe/sideswipe.htm More information on Titanium Side Swipe at TFU.info]''
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===Attacktix===
[[File:Sideswipe-atx.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Tread softly and carry a big gun"]]
*'''Sideswipe''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)

:''[[Attacktix]]'' Sideswipe was to be a missile-firing "blaster" style playing piece, presumably part of a third wave of "Booster" packs. He was revealed at the [[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] "Celebration IV" convention alongside many other ''Attacktix'' pieces that would [[unreleased toy|ultimately never see release]].

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===Transformers Figure Collection===
[[File:TF-Transformers-Figure-Collection-Sideswipe-Decoy.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Lambor''' (01-2016)

:Standing 42mm tall, ''Transformers Figure Collection'' Lambor is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure based on the previously released [[Decoy]] figure.

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===Transformers Trading Card Game===
[[File:Private-Sideswipe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Private Sideswipe''' (Uncommon, 2019)
:Private Sideswipe was one of the 48 character cards included in wave 3 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game|Transformers Trading Card Game]]. Private Sideswipe is based on ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' Deluxe Class Sideswipe, the artwork for his robot mode was first used as the box art for the toy.
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==Notes==
[[File:UnmadeG2SideswipeMockup.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*In recent years, a mock-up of a '''second''' ''Generation 2'' redeco of the original Sideswipe toy has surfaced. Acquired and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2swipe_template.html photographed] by ''Transformers'' rarities-hunter Maziar "Maz" Shahsafdari, the find joins the ranks of the similarly unmade ''Generation 2'' [[Sandstorm (G2)|"desert Ramjet"]] and [http://www.tf-1.com/articles/other/g2mirage_template.html pink and green Mirage] mock-ups. [[Package art]] for the figure published in ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging]]'' revealed that it would have had decals of a sunrise/sunset on the vehicle mode hood and doors.
*During the 1990s, another company held the "Sideswipe" [[trademark]] in the "toys" field, even though Hasbro still released two toys using that name as part of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]] line (it's unclear if this resulted in any legal repercussions for Hasbro). When Hasbro finally managed to reclaim the name for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' line]], the name was now rendered as "[[Side Swipe (RID)|Side Swipe]]", in two words, for whatever reason. The next two toys to spell "Sideswipe" as one word again were the [[OTFCC 2003]] [[exclusive]]<ref name="otfccsideswipe">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/sideswipe/485/ OTFCC 2003 Sideswipe], named "Sideswipe" on his own packaging.</ref> and the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Super-Con]].<ref name="armadasideswipe1">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-images/toys/Armada/Autobots/Side+Swipe/side1.jpg.html ''Armada'' Side Swipe in original packaging], named "Sideswipe".</ref> However, the OTFCC figure was referred to as "Side Swipe" when featured as a [[cross-sell]] on the packaging for the OTFCC 2003 [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]]/[[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]] two-pack,<ref name="otfccvipersisters">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/exclusives/shadow-striker/483/1/10/ Cross-sell on the OTFCC 2003 Shadow Striker/Roulette two-pack's packaging], identifying Sideswipe as "Side Swipe".</ref> whereas the "[[The Unicron Battles|Unicron Battles]]-style packaging redesign for the ''Armada'' figure saw the name changed to "Side Swipe" on the name insert as well.<ref name="armadasideswipe2">[http://www.shmax.com/product_details/835/sideswipe_with_nightbeat ''Armada'' Side Swipe in "Unicron Battles" packaging], named "Side Swipe".</ref> Hasbro ''finally'' decided to re-file the name "Sideswipe" (as one word) as a trademark in 2008, presumably because a [[Sideswipe (Movie)|character]] in the upcoming movie ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' and the accompanying [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|toy line]] was going to sport that name, and Hasbro were using that as an opportunity to re-introduce the spelling of the name as one word. As a result, the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Deluxe Class toy was the first toy to "properly" sport the name "Sideswipe" as one word. Oddly enough, in 2012, Hasbro re-filed "Side Swipe", along with several other old trademarks.<ref name="swipe2012">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys-products-30/latest-hasbro-transformers-trademarks-tow-line-armorhide-rollbar-side-swipe-175521/ Hasbro re-files old trademarks]</ref>
*[[Fun Publications]] considered making a ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Sideswipe (as a straight redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Deluxe Class [[Breakdown (G1)#Generations|Breakdown]]), but ultimately shelved this idea in favor of other products.

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