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*'''Ultra Magnus with Over-Run vs. Treadshot with Nightbeat''' (Battle in a Box, 2004)
*'''Ultra Magnus with Over-Run vs. Treadshot with Nightbeat''' (Battle in a Box, 2004)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, bayonet  
**''Accessories'': Pistol, bayonet  
{{note|The ''Universe'' Treadshot toy doubles as a [[Treadshot (Universe 2003)|Unicron Trilogy character]] and a Generation 1 character.}}


: Treadshot is a [[retool]]ing of the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Side Swipe]] toy, transforming into a Nissan Skyline sedan. His Mini-Con partner Nightbeat can store in a flip-out section of the back end of Treadshot's [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].  Pressing down on the sigil plate in vehicle mode swings his car hood halves forward in a spring-loaded attack (or "dragster mode"). These hood parts end up on his arms in [[robot mode]], giving him a spring-loaded attack in that mode. Attaching Nightbeat (or any other Mini-Con mold) to the [[Powerlinx]] plug on his back activates a "punching" action gimmick in his left arm.
: Treadshot is a [[retool]]ing of the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Side Swipe (Armada)|Side Swipe]] toy, transforming into a Nissan Skyline sedan. His Mini-Con partner Nightbeat can store in a flip-out section of the back end of Treadshot's [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].  Pressing down on the sigil plate in vehicle mode swings his car hood halves forward in a spring-loaded attack (or "dragster mode"). These hood parts end up on his arms in [[robot mode]], giving him a spring-loaded attack in that mode. Attaching Nightbeat (or any other Mini-Con mold) to the [[Powerlinx]] plug on his back activates a "punching" action gimmick in his left arm.
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/TFUTreadshot/treadshot.htm More information on Treadshot at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/TFUTreadshot/treadshot.htm More information on Treadshot at TFU.info]''
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==Notes==
* Treadshot's car mode deco is fairly similar to the [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticon]] [[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]], though the stripes are on the wrong side. Whether this is an intentional [[homage]] or mere coincidence, though, is unknown.
* Treadshot would later be homaged in [[BotCon 2012]]'s [[Treadshot (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' Treadshot]], using ''Armada'' Side Swipe's colors. 


[[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]
[[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]

Revision as of 21:59, 9 May 2017

The name or term "Treadshot" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Treadshot (disambiguation).
Treadshot is a Decepticon from the IDW portion of the Generation 1 continuity family.

Treadshot pals around with other Decepticons, engaging in murder and mayhem.

Fiction

IDW Generation 1 continuity

During the Great War, Treadshot, Brisko, and Wilder killed the inhabitants of Traujor for aiding the Autobots. Forever Is a Long Time Coming

After the war ended, the three plotted to steal from Starscream and begin a life elsewhere. Their plans never began, as they were killed City of Steel by Sandstorm for their crimes. Forever Is a Long Time Coming

Toys

Universe (2003)

Even in another continuity, we are still doomed.
  • Ultra Magnus with Over-Run vs. Treadshot with Nightbeat (Battle in a Box, 2004)
    • Accessories: Pistol, bayonet
The Universe Treadshot toy doubles as a Unicron Trilogy character and a Generation 1 character.
Treadshot is a retooling of the Armada Side Swipe toy, transforming into a Nissan Skyline sedan. His Mini-Con partner Nightbeat can store in a flip-out section of the back end of Treadshot's vehicle mode. Pressing down on the sigil plate in vehicle mode swings his car hood halves forward in a spring-loaded attack (or "dragster mode"). These hood parts end up on his arms in robot mode, giving him a spring-loaded attack in that mode. Attaching Nightbeat (or any other Mini-Con mold) to the Powerlinx plug on his back activates a "punching" action gimmick in his left arm.
He was only available as part of a "Battle in a Box" multi-pack along with Universe Ultra Magnus, Over-Run, and Nightbeat. This set was only available in "market six" stores like Kohl's.
This retooled mold was also used to make Universe Oil Slick, while a more extensively-retooled version was used to make Cybertron Runamuck.