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This is a list of characters from The Transformers television series.
Autobots
The Autobots (also known as Cybertrons in Japan) are the heroes in the Transformers toyline and related spin-off comics and cartoons. Their main leader is Optimus Prime, but other "Primes" have also commanded the Autobots such as Rodimus Prime. They are constantly at war with the evil Decepticons. In the U.S. cartoon line, the Autobots were the descendants of a line of robots created as consumer goods by the Quintessons; the Decepticons, are descended instead from robots designed as military hardware.
Other terms for the Autobots are Autorobot (in Italy), Autoboterna (in Sweden), Kibery (in Ukraine), and Robotrikim (in Israel).
Main characters
| Name | Alternate mode | First and Last appearances | Voiced by | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orion Pax/Optimus Prime | 1984 Freightliner FLT Cab-over | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | The Rebirth (Part 3) | Optimus Prime: Peter Cullen Orion Pax: Laurie Faso |
Alive (Died again in Headmasters) |
| Optimus Prime is the strongest and most courageous of all Autobots. He is also their leader. Feels his role is the protection of all life, including Earth-life. Fights unceasingly to defeat the Decepticons. Splits into three autonomous modules: 1) Optimus Prime... the brain center known as the Commander 2) Roller, the Autobot scout car... a spy who operates up to 1200 miles away; and 3) Autobot Headquarters... the combat deck equipped with a versatile mechanic/artillery robot. Injury to one module is felt by the other two. He has been killed and revived numerous times throughout the franchise. | |||||
| Bumblebee | 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Sedan | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | He was rebuilt and turned into from Goldbug in "The Return of Optimus Prime" Part 2, and last appeared in "The Rebirth" Part 3 (as an animation error.) | Dan Gilvezan | Alive, Reformed as Goldbug |
| Small, eager, and brave, Bumblebee acts as a messenger, scout, and spy. Due to his small size, he dares to go where others cannot and will not. He idolizes the bigger Autobots, especially Optimus Prime and Prowl, and strives to be accepted. He is the most energy efficient and has the best vision of all the Autobots. He can go underwater for reconnaissance and salvage missions. Although physically the weakest Autobot, his stealth more than compensates for this inadequacy. This battle-tested robot was the first autobot to forge an alliance with the humans. He is a very close ally to human Spike Witwicky, Often seen as an underdog and not the biggest bot he has more courage than any soldier from Cybertron. As the most trusted lieutenant of Optimus Prime, he will do whatever it takes to protect earth and its people. In, “The Return of Optimus Prime" Part 2, Bumblebee was rebuilt and renamed Goldbug after being severely damaged. | |||||
| Cliffjumper | 1980 Porsche 924 | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Five Faces of Darkness (Part 1) in a flashback from The Transformers: The Movie, (Casey Kasem left the show during season 3 due to objection to the portrayal of Arab characters as stereotypical villains.) | Casey Kasem | Alive |
| "Let me at 'em" is Cliffjumper's motto. His eagerness and daring have no equal. He is driven by a desire to win the battle against the Decepticons. Finds Earth terrain a hindrance. One of the fastest Autobots, and often uses his speed to draw fire away from others. Shoots "glass gas" which makes metal as brittle as glass. His recklessness often leads to actual blow-outs and situations too dangerous for him to handle. | |||||
| Wheeljack | 1976 Lancia Stratos Turbo | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Found dead by Arcee in "The Transformers: The Movie" | Christopher Collins | Dead (Alive in Headmasters and Victory) |
| Wheeljack is the mad scientist of the Autobots. Always inventing new weapons and gadgets. Most adept at driving while in car mode. Likes to show off his stunts. Flying range of 800 miles using solid-fuel rockets in arms. Shoots magnetic inducer, shrapnel-needle and gyro-inhibitor shells from his shoulder cannons. He is his own worst enemy. Often injured while experimenting with new weapons. | |||||
| Prowl | 1980 Nissan 280ZX Police | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Killed by a Constructicon in The Transformers: The Movie (His appearance in Headmasters could be considered an animation error). | Michael Bell | Dead (Alive in Headmasters) |
| Prowl will keep at a task for as long as it takes. Strives to find reason and logic in everything. A listener, not a talker. Has most sophisticated logic center of all Autobots. Able to analyze and advise on complex combat situations almost instantaneously. Fires wire-guided incendiary missiles and high-corrosive acid pellets. The unexpected can often scramble his circuits. | |||||
| Jazz | 1976 Porsche 935 | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Call of the Primitives | Scatman Crothers, Wally Burr ("Kremzeek!" episode only) | Alive |
| Jazz loves Earth culture. Always looking to learn more. His knowledge of Earth makes him the indispensable right-hand man to Optimus Prime. Takes most dangerous missions. Very cool, very stylish, very competent. Equipped with photon rifle, flamethrower, full-spectrum beacon, 180db stereo speakers. Creates dazzling, disorienting sound and light shows. Versatile, clever, daring, but prone to be distracted. | |||||
| Sideswipe | 1982 Lamborghini Countach LP500S | Appears in "More Than Meets the Eye" (Part 1). First speaks in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2). | Masquerade | Michael Bell | Alive |
| Sideswipe is nearly the equal of his twin brother, Sunstreaker, in the combat arts, but less cold-blooded. Relishes a fight to the finish with an opponent. Uses underhanded tactics when absolutely necessary. Arms act as powerful pile drivers. Flies for up to two minutes with rocket backpack. Fires flares visible for 18 miles. Rash actions often lead to injuries to himself. Takes them all in stride. | |||||
| Ratchet | 1980 Nissan Vanette Ambulance | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Killed by Megatron in gun mode, held by Starscream, in "The Transformers: The Movie". | Don Messick, Wally Burr ("Masquerade" episode only) | Dead |
| Ratchet was the best tool-and-die man on Cybertron. In his workbay on Earth he can make anything from a pin to a missile. Repairs injured Autobots, given the right parts. Likes to party, give backtalk, but does any job as well as anyone. Has laser scalpels, arc-welders, electron microscopes, circuit sensors, fluid dispensers at his disposal. Sometimes his having a good time interferes with his effectiveness. | |||||
| Ironhide | 1980 Nissan Vanette | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | The Transformers: The Movie (Killed by Megatron offscreen with a point-blank blast to the head from his fusion cannon) | Peter Cullen | Dead |
| "Go chew on a microchip," is Ironhide's slogan. Prefers action to words. Oldest, toughest, most battle-tested Autobot. Bodyguard to Optimus Prime. In charge of guarding anything of importance. Gruff, but kind. Trithyllium-steel skin makes him nearly invulnerable to attack. Shoots a variety of liquids from supercooled nitrogen to superheated lead. Has sonar, radar, radiowave detector. Slowest and most resilient of the group. | |||||
| Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime | Hot Rod: Futuristic sports car Rodimus Prime: Futuristic truck |
The Transformers: The Movie | Last appeared as Rodimus Prime in The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2) and last appeared as Hot Rod in The Rebirth (Part 3) | Dick Gautier (TV series), Judd Nelson (movie) and Ted Schwartz (Rodimus Prime in "Five Faces of Darkness") | Alive (Becomes Rodimus Prime in Headmasters) |
| Hot Rod is an all-American-boy Autobot. He is a typical adolescent who dreams of being heroic and important. He tends to follow rules too closely. Although he means well, Hot Rod's impulsive actions often get him into trouble. He carries two photon lasers that temporarily electromagnetize an enemy robot's microcircuits. Speed: 120 mph. Range: 4 miles. He can be hotheaded, but he is always a well meaning, admirable lad and a brave and honorable fighter. As Rodimus Prime, he is the vanguard for the Autobot ranks. Possesses acute military prowess. Speaks with the savvy of seasoned veteran. Expert tactician with exceptional maneuverability in battle. Has a tendency to act first and ask questions later. In robot mode, carries a photon eliminator that shoots high voltage electricity. Range: 500 miles. Speed: 200 mph. Sole purpose is to protect all life. His only weakness is his compassion for other living creatures. As a Targetmaster, Hot Rod often goes off on his own adventure with Firebolt, his electrostatic discharger rifle, who led a quiet scholarly life as Nebulan's top atomic physics scientist until he became the thrill-seeking Hot Rod's partner, Firebolt is excited, but nervous, about the prospect. In, “Transformers Headmasters”, Hot Rod became Rodimus Prime again. After Cybertron was destroyed, Rodimus left with Kup and Blurr to find a new home for the Autobots, making Fortress Maximus the new supreme commander of the Autobots. | |||||
| Springer | Cybertronian Helicopter/Cybertronian Armored Car | The Transformers: The Movie | The Burden Hardest to Bear | Neil Ross | Alive |
| A wise-cracking, sharp witted adventurer, and is a triple changer. Powerful Autobot fighter with a massive physique and an easy-going manner. Possesses incredible "springing" power in his legs. Travels long distances with pogo-like motion. In robot mode, carries a laser that produces giant wind tunnels. Helicopter blade transforms into a light saber that can cut through concrete. Optimistic and good humored. | |||||
| Kup | Cybertronian Pickup Truck | The Transformers: The Movie | The Rebirth (Part 3) | Lionel Stander (movie), John Stephenson (TV series) | Alive |
| Kup is an old veteran warhorse with a thousand tall tales from his ten thousand adventures. He has a motto or word of advice for any situation and he is as brave and loyal as they come. In robot mode, he carries an old-style musket laser that shoots short bursts of metal-corrosive hydrochloric acid. Range: 5 miles. Speed: 100 mph. Kup sees himself as a seasoned campaigner with more knowledge and experience to share. Other Autobots aren't always receptive to his advice. As a Targetmaster, he is binary-bonded to Recoil, an old style musket laser and former all-world prismaball player. In, “Transformers: The Headmasters”, Kup and Blurr left with Rodimus Prime to find a new home for the Autobots after Cybertron was destroyed. | |||||
| Ultra Magnus | 1986 Mack Car Carrier | Scramble City | The Rebirth (Part 3) | Robert Stack (film), Jack Angel (TV series) | Alive (Died in Headmasters) |
| Ultra Magnus is all soldier. Most comfortable when carrying out Optimus Prime's orders. Possesses magnificent fighting skills, courage, and a gift for battlefield improvisation. Uncomfortable in the mantle of leadership, but presents strong profile as a commander. Carries missile launchers capable of hitting a target 30 miles away. Resolute, fair, and courageous beyond reproach. Ever ready to sacrifice himself for the good of men and mission. Ultra Magnus was chosen to lead the Autobots by Optimus Prime. In the third season, Ultra Magnus became second-in-command of the Autobots, and an advisor for Rodimus Prime. In the "Headmasters" series, Ultra Magnus was killed by Sixshot. | |||||
| Blurr | Cybertronian Hover Car | The Transformers: The Movie | The Rebirth (Part 3) | John Moschitta Jr. | Alive |
| Blurr is the fastest Autobot on land. He is a close descendant to a thoroughbred Cybertronic race horse, and a superior messenger. He can quickly whisk information from one place to another. In robot mode, he carries an electro-laser that reverses the polarity of an enemy robot's microcircuts and leaves them motionless. Range: 10 miles. In vehicular mode, he can travel faster than the speed of sound, leaving a blurred image in his trail. As a Targetmaster, he is paired with Haywire, excitable Nebulan teenager whose impulsiveness makes him a chancy electro-laser cannon, at best. In, Transformers: The Headmasters”, Blurr and Kup left with Rodimus Prime to find a new home for the Autobot's after Cybertron was destroyed. | |||||
| Arcee | Cybertronian Convertible | The Transformers: The Movie | The Rebirth (Part 3) | Susan Blu | Alive |
| Arcee is the only female Autobot to appear on a regular basis, not one of the few female Autobots who only appeared in just four various episodes. She was created in an effort by the film's producers to expand the market audience to include girls as well as to appear less sexist. Some have criticized the character for being overly stereotypically female due mainly to her need to protect Daniel Witwicky and act as a surrogate mother, but she is still shown to be a tough female warrior (i.e.: The Dweller in the Depths). She eventually becomes a Headmaster with Daniel (in an Exo-suit) forming her head. Although she has been paired with Springer (for most of Season 3), Chromedome (2 episodes of the second half of Headmasters) and Brainstorm (most of the second half of Headmasters), she seems to be more attached to Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime (in the Movie and Dark Awakening and the first half of Headmasters). | |||||
| Wheelie | Cybertronian Car | The Transformers: The Movie | The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2) | Frank Welker | Alive |
| Wheelie is the sole survivor from a party of intergalactic colonists who crash landed on Earth. He is a barbaric little savage who managed to stay alive by cunning, stealth, and fearlessness. Speaks in odd rhyming sentences and despises the Decepticons. Fights only when he is under attack and has to defend himself. Is a staunch friend to the Dinobots and a reliable ally for Hot Rod and Kup. | |||||
Autobot Cars
| Name | Alternate mode | First and Last appearances | Portrayal | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hound | 1953 Mitsubishi J59 Military Jeep | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | The Transformers: The Movie. Later appeared in Transformers: Headmasters. | Ken Sansom | Alive |
| Hound loves the natural wonders of Earth, prefers it to Cybertron. Brave, fearless, loyal. Secretly desires to be human. Uses turret gun as radar scope, infrared radiation collector. Tracks machines as well as humans. Hologram gun projects 3-dimensional grid laser-light topographical maps. Use of his holograms often fool the Decepticons, which helps the Autobot cause. Vulnerable to thermal and electromagnetic interference. | |||||
| Mirage | 1979 Ligier JS11 Formula 1 racer | More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1) | Masquerade, Early script for The Transformers: The Movie shows him being blown up by Megatron, but this didn't make the final cut. | Frank Welker | Unknown |
| Mirage is not thrilled about being an Autobot freedom fighter. Prefers hunting turbofoxes on Cybertron with his high-priced friends. Effective fighter, more effective intelligence gatherer. Electro-disrupter can cast illusions altering his physical placement and appearance for up to 6 minutes. Can become invisible so he can trick the Decepticons, so he can achieve what he need to so. Expert marksman with armor-piercing rocket-dart hunting rifle. Unsure of Autobot cause... cannot be fully trusted. | |||||
| Trailbreaker | 1985 Toyota 4WD Hilux | Appears in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1). First speaks in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2). | Cosmic Rust. Early script for The Transformers:The Movie shows his dead body as the Decepticons retreated from Autobot City, but this didn't make the final cut. | Frank Welker | Unknown |
| Trailbreaker makes light of any situation, no matter how serious. Practical joker and cheerleader, but considers himself a liability to Autobots, since he consumes the most fuel. Lacks self-esteem and often asks to be left behind. Projects nearly impenetrable invisible energy force-field. Can jam radio transmissions. Very slow. Often mopes about his handicaps, but his bravery and defensive prowess is unquestioned. The use of his energy force-fields often helps the Autobots, when they are in danger. | |||||
| Sunstreaker | 1974 Super-Tuned Lamborghini Countach LP500S | Appears in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1). First speaks in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2). | The Transformers: The Movie. Later appeared in Transformers: Headmasters (In Japan). | Corey Burton | Alive |
| The complete egotist, Sunstreaker thinks he is the most beautiful thing on Earth. Loves his sleek styling, contemptuous of other Autobot race cars. Fires laser-guided ground-to-air rockets and high energy electron pulses at 300 bursts/sec. Tough polymer-steel skin resists artillery. Not a team player. Can be baited into dangerous situations, but is a very calm, competent and ruthless war machine. | |||||
| Bluestreak | 1980 Nissan Datsun 280ZX | Appears in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1). First speaks in More Than Meets the Eye (Part 3). | He was last seen helping Kup put up the barricades in "The Transformers: The Movie". It's unknown whether or not he made it back to Autobot City in time. | Casey Kasem | Unknown |
| Bluestreak often talks incessantly and inanely. Lightens the situation for all Autobots with his good-natured manner. Despite formidable weaponry and blazing speed, he hates war. Haunted by memory of Decepticons destroying his home-city. Fires bombs up to 8.3 miles and lightning-like 80,000 volt beam up to 12 miles of limited accuracy. Often inhibited by his disdain for combat. Bluestreak takes the form of a modified 1980 Nissan 280ZX, the year can be identified by the use of a T-bar roof and he is Naturally Aspirated because of the design of his wheels.[1] | |||||
| Tracks | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray | Appears in Dinobot Island (Part 1). First speaks in Dinobot Island (Part 2). | "Scramble City". Survived the battle of Autobot City in "The Transformers: The Movie", but it did not make final cut. Later appeared in Transformers: Headmasters. | Michael McConnohie | Alive |
| Called "lousy Earth-lover" by some fellow Autobots because he prefers sleek Earth car form to original robot form. Thinks they're jealous of his good looks but they feel struggle against Decepticons should be his top concern. As car goes 280 mph... uses wings under rear fenders for sub-sonic flight. As car or robot uses launcher to fire heat-seeking incendiary missiles 60 miles. Has blinding black beam gun. | |||||
| Grapple | 1951 Mitsubishi Fuso Crane Truck | Appears in Dinobot Island (Part 1). First speaks in The Master Builders. | Seen briefly in The Transformers: The Movie | Peter Renaday | Unknown |
| On Cybertron his buildings are considered works of art... On Earth his ideas limited by war. Takes pride in his work, prone to severe depression if they're destroyed in battle. As crane can lift up to 35-ton object and position it with precision and grace. As robot has high-temperature arc-welder rifle... can launch rockets 4.5 miles from wrist sockets. Prone to breakdown in vehicle mode. | |||||
| Red Alert | Lamborghini Countach LP500S | Dinobot Island (Part 1) | The Revenge of Bruticus. Storyboards for The Transformers: The Movie show Red Alert killed by the Constructicons after helping Sideswipe, Tracks, and Ultra Magnus stop Devastator. The scene was cut out of the Battle of Autobot City, but he later appeared in Transformers: Headmasters (In Japan). | Michael Chain | Alive |
| Paranoia makes him good at his job... nothing escapes his notice, no matter how small. When his sensors are activated, thinks trouble is coming. Edgy... unpopular with comrades, but appreciated. Can trigger alarms in other Autobots. Excellent sensory perception. Fast in vehicular mode. Carries 25-mile range rocket launcher and particle beam rifle. Prone to rash judgements which can lead to injury to himself and comrades. | |||||
| Smokescreen | Datsun 280ZX Turbo | Appears in Dinobot Island (Part 1). First speaks in The Master Builder. | Scramble City, In the original storyboards for The Transformers: The Movie, it was Smokescreen who laid dead, rather than Wheeljack (Though Wheeljack's corpse is painted with Smokescreen's color scheme when Springer enters the room before the shot changes to focus on Arcee moving Windcharger's body). Later seen in the Japanese series Transformers: Headmasters and Transformers: Victory. | Jack Angel | Alive |
| Whether engaged in raging battle or friendly conversation, an ulterior purpose usually exists. Job is to lead enemy astray. Sneaky, but charming and affable... considered most devious yet most trusted of Autobots. In car mode, emits thick smoke from tailpipe... attracts to metal. In robot mode, shoots missiles which wreak havoc on enemy aircraft radar and guidance systems... electro-disrupter rifle shorts out electrical targets. | |||||
| Hoist | 1984 Toyota 4WD Hilux Tow Truck | Dinobot Island Part 1 | Scramble City | Michael Chain | Unknown |