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The [[Cobra]] '''Rattler''' is a Ground Attack jet that shares its design with the [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes|A-10 Thunderbolt]], but features VTOL ('''V'''ertical '''T'''ake-'''O'''ff and '''L'''anding) engines on the pivoting primary wings | [[Image:GIJoevsTF1_Rattler.jpg|thumb|right|200px|They usually fly forward.]] | ||
The [[Cobra]] '''Rattler''' is a Ground Attack jet that shares its design with the [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes|A-10 Thunderbolt]], but features VTOL ('''V'''ertical '''T'''ake-'''O'''ff and '''L'''anding) engines on the pivoting primary wings and a gun turret behind the cockpit. It is one of the primary aircrafts used by the terrorist organization, and the top pilot is [[Wild Weasel]]. | |||
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===Devil's Due ''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers'' comics continuity=== | ===Devil's Due ''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers'' comics continuity=== | ||
[[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], | When [[Cobra]] took control of a group of [[Transformer]]s, the Decepticons [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] were [[Reformatting|reformatted]] into Cobra Rattlers. During Cobra's first surprise attack, the [[United States Air Force]] were boggled by the speed and maneuverability of the aircraft, and even more so when they revealed themelves to be giant robots. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 1|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #1}} Later, when the Transformers had been freed from Cobra's control, [[Major Bludd]] attempted to flee [[Cobra Island]] with a Rattler. Unfortunately for him, it was Skywarp. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 4|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #4}} | ||
===Dreamwave ''Transformers/G.I. Joe'' comics continuity=== | ===Dreamwave ''Transformers/G.I. Joe'' comics continuity=== | ||
While | While patrolling the [[Fera Islands]], members of the G.I. Joe team came under attack by a squadron of Rattlers. However, [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] forced the fighter/bombers into retreat. {{storylink|Transformed}} | ||
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Revision as of 05:45, 4 October 2009
The Cobra Rattler is a Ground Attack jet that shares its design with the A-10 Thunderbolt, but features VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) engines on the pivoting primary wings and a gun turret behind the cockpit. It is one of the primary aircrafts used by the terrorist organization, and the top pilot is Wild Weasel.
Fiction
G.I. Joe and the Transformers
Several Rattlers were part of a squadron escorting the Dr. Mindbender controlled Power Station Alpha into Cobra headquarters. Ace and Lift-Ticket shot down a few of them, after which one fired on a passing boat as a diversion ordered by Serpentor. Power Struggle
Later, another squadron of Rattlers attacked the Ark along with Dirge. Many of them were wrecked after making the mistake of firing upon Omega Supreme, after which Serpentor ended the battle by remotely jamming Dirge's weapon, blowing him up. Ashes, Ashes...
Yet another group of Rattlers joined the Autobots and Joes in the attack on the Decepticons' island headquarters. ...All Fall Down!
Devil's Due G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers comics continuity
When Cobra took control of a group of Transformers, the Decepticons Skywarp and Thundercracker were reformatted into Cobra Rattlers. During Cobra's first surprise attack, the United States Air Force were boggled by the speed and maneuverability of the aircraft, and even more so when they revealed themelves to be giant robots. G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #1 Later, when the Transformers had been freed from Cobra's control, Major Bludd attempted to flee Cobra Island with a Rattler. Unfortunately for him, it was Skywarp. G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #4
Dreamwave Transformers/G.I. Joe comics continuity
While patrolling the Fera Islands, members of the G.I. Joe team came under attack by a squadron of Rattlers. However, Grimlock forced the fighter/bombers into retreat. Transformed
Notes
- The Universe Mini-Con Skyhammer shares his color pattern with the Cobra Rattler, though his alt-mode is an A-10 Thunderbolt.
