Deadwheeler

Deadwheeler is an Autobot from the Zone portion of the Generation 1 continuity family.

One who deadwheels.

Despite his ground-based alt-mode, Deadwheeler (デッドホイラー Deddohoirā) is an expert in aerial combat. The pilot of the Sky Hyper helicopter base, he's a high-speed interceptor ready to take on any Decepticon incursion. He's also an expert strategist, coordinating with the Jet Patrol Team to maximize the efficiency of the Autobot Micromasters' limited aerial forces.

Fiction

Zone story pages

Deadwheeler was introduced as the operator of Sky Hyper, a vital piece of battle equipment within the Zone Base. Zone Part 4 Later, Deadwheeler (operating Sky Hyper) and Gunrunner (operating Landshaker) were taken prisoner by Evil Spirit General BlackZarak. Empowered by the need to save his friends, Dai Atlas swiftly defeated the Decepticon and rescued Deadwheeler and Gunrunner. Zone Part 5

Toys

Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers

• Sky Hyper (Micro Transformer Base, 1990)

• ID number: C-346
• Accessories: "Sky Hyper" helicopter/base, 2 long ramps, short ramp, radar dish, rotor blade, 2 guns, front gun, figure stand

Released in the Zone portion of Takara's Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers toyline, Deadwheeler is a red and black redeco of the Race Car Patrol member Free Wheeler, transforming into a Lamborghini Countach. He shares plastic colors with Gunrunner, as the two toys are gang-molded.

He was sold with the Sky Hyper helicopter/base

• More information on Deadwheeler at TFU.info