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Thundercrackerhas always looked and will always look a lot likeStarscream.There are manytoys of Starscreamand where there is a Starscream toy, a Thundercracker toy (usually) soon follows.

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The Transformers

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Thundercracker is to the Decepticons what Ant-Man is to the Avengers.
  • Thundercracker(Decepticon Plane, 1984-1986)
  • Takara ID number:24
  • Accessories:Left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, 2incendiary guns,2 rockets, left & right wings, left & right tail fins, left & right tail wings, landing gear
  • Known designers:Kōjin Ōno(TakaraTomy)
Originally aDiaclone"Jet Robo Acrobat-Type",The TransformersThundercracker transforms into a metallic blue F-15 Eagle fighter jet. His transformation essentially involves removing and reattaching most of his plane parts, though it is possible to do so without removingallof them, the way the instructions tell you to. As a result of his rather piecemeal design and the fact that neither mode uses all his parts, it can be quite difficult to find an intact original Thundercracker on the secondary market.
Thundercracker is armed with a pair of missile launchers that mount on his arms inrobot mode,and under his wings in jet mode, with a pair of specialized projectiles for each. In jet mode, two short rockets are fitted into the launchers to make them resemble the drop tanks a real F-15 carries, while in robot mode, they are replaced with the long barrels of Thundercracker's incendiary guns. The originalDiacloneversion of the mold featured spring-loaded firing mechanisms in these launchers; while this feature was removed for theHasbrorelease of the toy, it was left intact for theTakaraversion, and all subsequent reissues.
While the earliest releases of Thundercracker were basically identical to itsDiaclonepredecessor, some small modifications were soon made to the figure which became the standard for all subsequent reissues of the mold. These included the hollowing out of the inner edges of his wings and the tips of his tail-wings, the lengthening of the pegs on his wings, and the addition of extra clips on the inner sides of his fist-gauntlets, allowing them to grip his arms better but creating a visible slit on them. Like all his 1984 brethren, Thundercracker gained a factory-appliedrubsignin 1985, which was added to the left side of his fuselage.
Presumably by mistake, the stats on Thundercracker, Starscream and Skywarp'sTech Specswere switched around. Thundercracker's box was given Skywarp's numbers, notably giving him far lower intelligence and higher courage than was intended.
Thundercracker ceased to be shipped to toy stores in 1986, but continued to be available as a mail-away item in the "Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction"flier packed with most boxedTransformerstoys. He cost $10 and tworobot points.He has beenreissuedseveral further times down through the years; this article strives to list each separate release under its own header.
TheMilton Bradleyrelease of Thundercracker in Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain was bizarrely enough sold inStarscreamboxes, with factory-applied Starscream stickers. Your guess is as good as ours. Meanwhile, the Italian release of Thundercracker (as "Vampiro" ) byGiGput him in a generic "Distructor Planes" box, featuring names and tech specs for all three planes in the assortment.
Thundercracker shares his mold with his simultaneously-released teammatesStarscreamandSkywarp,and was laterredecoedintoSunstorm.This mold was alsoretooledintoDirge,Ramjet,andThrust.
The Transformersmold:Decepticon Jets (Seekers)

Version 1 (standard):


Version 2 (Coneheads):

V1:Kōjin Ōno
V2:Takayoshi Doi


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Do not look directly at him, unless you have sunglasses and/or Pepto Bismol handy.
  • Solo Mission Jet Plane with Action Master Thundercracker(Action Master Exo-suit, 1991)
Released only in European and Australasian markets the year after the US line ended,Action MasterThundercracker is, once again, aredecoof Starscream, a non-transforming 3¾-inch action figure that combined elements of both the character's cartoon model and toy-form. His construction is broadly similar to that used by theG.I. Joefigures of the time, having a swivel neck, shoulders and knees, plus ball-jointed hips attached via a steel rod internally secured by a rubber "o-ring". His hands have standard 3 mm holes which allow him to hold any other accessory in the Action Master line, plus his feet have holes in the bottom to secure him to larger vehicles. On top of that, the hole in his back is compatible with5 mm posts.
Like all Action Masters, Thundercracker came with a transformable accessory — in his case, a "Solo Mission Jet Plane" vehicle resembling an F-117 Nighthawk that converts intoexo-suitbattle armor for him to wear. The cannon and twin missiles for the jet/suit can also be used as hand-held accessories by any Action Master.
For reasons unknown (butboy oh boydo we wanna know!), Action Master Thundercracker forewentanyattempt at rendering the character in his traditional blue and silver color scheme, but instead opted for a fantastically nauseating blend of magenta, purple, blue, gold, and two shades of green that would become the stuff of legend as the ultimate example of the flair this era's European Transformers had for thegaudy.In fact, this slightly horrifying color scheme would later be used forShattered GlassThundercracker.


Generation 2

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(Unpainted prototype pictured)
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(Preliminary art pictured)
  • Thundercracker(1995?)
    • Accessories:two-part rifle
Designed forGeneration 2but not seeing release before the line's demise, this mold transforms into a Dassault Rafale fighter jet. The figure is a "flipchanger", meaning most of the transformation sequence is anautotransformation,springing into robot mode by lifting a catch. The two halves of the rifle store in the robot's lower legs while in vehicle mode.
This mold would first reach fruition in1997in theMachine Warsline as Thundercracker (see entry below) andSkywarp.For decades, the mold's previousGeneration 2identity was unknown. It would not be until2024that a private auction on Facebook of the initially proposed deco sheet would reveal Thundercracker as the toy's identity.[1]
It isvaguelypossible flipchanger Thundercracker andSkystrikerwould have been the mysteriousGeneration 2listings designated "Solar Jets",withLightspeedandGreasepitas "Solarbots",but noGeneration 2flipchanger packaging has ever surfaced to confirm this hypothesis.
Samples of all four prototypes, lacking paint and decals, have surfaced on the secondary market over the years, and TakaraTomy even displayed a set at Transformers Expo in 2014.
Generation 2mold:Thundercracker
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Your bargaining posture is highly dubious.

Proceed on your way to oblivion.
This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.


Machine Wars

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No, seriously, this guy is Thundercracker.
  • Thundercracker(Basic, 1996)
    • Accessories:two-part rifle
Sharing a mold once again withSkywarp,Thundercracker transforms into a green Dassault Rafale fighter jet with spring-loaded one-step transformation from jet to robot. The two halves of his rifle store in his lower legs. Like allMachine Warstoys, Thundercracker was anexclusivetoKB Toysstores and related stores like Toy Liquidators.
This mold was originally developed forGeneration 2,but was canceled when that line went under (see previous entry above).
This toy isgang-moldedwith the other three Basic molds in the line. Specifically, his head and inner robot parts share plastic withHoist,and his jet parts share plastic withProwl,plus he shares the pearlescent-gray canopy plastic with, well, everyone.
This toy was repurposed as theThundercracker drones.
Generation 2mold:Thundercracker
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Collector's Edition

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  • Thundercracker(reissue, 2001)
    • ID number:24
    • Accessories:left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, 2 incendiary guns, 2 rockets, left & right wings, left & right tail fins, left & right tail wings, landing gear
The original Thundercracker toy was reissued for the first time in 2001 as part of Takara's smallCollector's Editionseries, which made several Generation 1 toys available as conventionexclusives.Sold in new open-faced packaging with no notable changes from the original figure, Thundercracker was an exclusive at the Japanese science fiction convention "Super Festival 21", available only in a set with Skywarp and limited to 1000 pieces. The pair are often mistakenly identified ase-HOBBYexclusives.
The Transformersmold:Decepticon Jets (Seekers)

Version 1 (standard):


Version 2 (Coneheads):

V1:Kōjin Ōno
V2:Takayoshi Doi


Commemorative Series

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  • Thundercracker(reissue, 2003)
    • Accessories:left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, 2 incendiary guns, 2 rockets, left & right wings, left & right tail fins, left & right tail wings, landing gear
The original Thundercracker toy was made available again as part of Hasbro's line ofCommemorative Seriesreissues in. Released in the third wave of the series, it featured functional missile launchers for the first time on a Hasbro version of the toy, but because the launchers now worked, both sets of missiles had to be lengthenedfor safety reasons.His incendiary guns didn't turn outtoobad, but as you can see, the once-small rockets just wound up lookingstupid.
The Transformersmold:Decepticon Jets (Seekers)

Version 1 (standard):


Version 2 (Coneheads):

V1:Kōjin Ōno
V2:Takayoshi Doi


Smallest Transforming Transformers

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You little Thunder
Little Thunder you
  • Thundercracker(2004)
    • Accessories:left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, left & right wings, left & right tailfins, landing gear
Part of the third wave ofSmallest Transforming Transformersproduct (dubbed wave "2.5" and available only at CVS stores in Japan), Thundercracker is, of course, a redeco of this line's Starscream. Like all toys in the series, he is a tiny, simplified version of the original Generation 1 toy, transforming into an F-15 fighter jet. As with all previous waves ofSmallest Transforming Transformers,these figures were soldblindpacked,with Thundercracker as one of the wave's two rarechase figures(the other being a cartoon-colored version ofOptimus Prime'strailer).
The same mold is used bySmallest Transforming TransformersSkywarp and Thrust.


Robotmasters

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Light blue? Totally neon.
  • Skywarp & Thundercracker(Multi-pack, 2005)
  • Release date:August 11,2005
  • Accessories:2 rifles, 2 missile pods
RobotmastersThundercracker is a redeco ofStarscreamfrom the same series, a re-imagining of the original Generation 1 figure, retaining its basictransformation scheme,but designed to be closer to the animation model, with greater articulation and integrated parts that do not require detachment during transformation. The only pieces that now need to be removed are his rifles, which move from his wings to his arms. He has three peg-holes on each arm, allowing the rifles to be mounted on his shoulders, on his forearms, or in his fists. These holes are also designed to accommodate the generic spring-loaded missile launcher weapon included withRobotmastersG1 Convoy,Beast ConvoyandBeast Megatron.
Thundercracker also came with two "missile pods" based on weapons Starscream used but once, in the Generation 1 cartoon episode "Fire on the Mountain".These chromed accessories plug into the square holes in his chest, and feature opening covers that reveal (non-firing) missiles within.
He was available only in a two-pack withSkywarp,which also came with a Decepticon sigil pin. This set was the very last product released in theRobotmastersline, and wasn't even strictly sold in a box from that series; instead, it used ane-HOBBYGeneration 1 reissue box, with a smallRobotmasterssticker in the corner tab noting its origin from the front.


Titanium Series

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I don't think I have enough little wings on my shoulders.
  • Thundercracker(6 "Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
    • Accessories:display base
Titanium SeriesThundercracker is based upon his appearance inDreamwave'sThe War Within.He transforms into a Cybertronian 'tetrajet', as reimagined byDon Figueroa.This form bears a strong resemblance to theLord Britishfighter from theGradiusseries. As with all 6-inch Titanium Cybertron Heroes, he is constructed mostly of fully painted die-cast metal.
This mold was redecoed intoWar WithinStarscream,Sunstorm,Skywarp,andThrust.
Yes. Thundercracker was here first.


Timelines

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You want me, but you can't have me!
  • Games of Deception!(Multi-pack, 2007)
    • Accessories:left & right launchers, 2 missiles
Much clamored for by fans following the release ofClassicsStarscream and Skywarp in order to complete the original Seeker trio,Timelines/ClassicsThundercracker was eventually released as part of the "Games of Deception" boxset exclusive toBotCon 2007,along withBugbite,Dirge,Dreadwind,andThrust,only 1500 of which were produced. He is, naturally, aredecoof theClassicsStarscream toy, using the slightly modified version of the mold first seen with Skywarp which features shoulders with a decreased slope and a fifth rectangular marking. This figure is notable in part for theheavycontroversy that happened upon his unveiling, due to being the last part of the classic Seeker trio despite having a much more limited release than the other two-thirds, often selling for higher prices on the aftermarket on his own than the entire box set had cost on release.
Like the other entries in theClassicsseries, Thundercracker is a faithful "modernizing" of his original Generation 1 form, updating his original toy with modern standards of toy engineering, transformation, sculpting detail and articulation. He still transforms into an F-15 Eagle, but has the nose of anF-14 Tomcatfighter jet, and sports a shade of blue closer to that of hisDiacloneprogenitor. As ever, he is armed with a pair of missile launchers, which can mount under his wings, on his shoulders, or in his fists, and fire spring-loaded projectiles. The large size of the missiles (necessary for safety reasons) restricts his arm movement somewhat in robot mode, as they bump into his wings. Like allClassicsfigures, he has a heat-activated rubsign, positioned along his fuselage as on his original toy.
Classicsmold:Seeker
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Henkei! Henkei!Starscream Ghost Version


Henkei! Henkei!

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You could have had me... but even then you might not want me.
  • Thundercracker(Deluxe, 2008)
    • Accessories:2 missile launchers (left and right), 2 missiles
Henkei! Henkei!Thundercracker is a Genbo store exclusive redeco ofHenkei! Henkei!Starscream.He features a metallic flake blue version of his cartoon color scheme, rather than his darker blue Generation 1 toy colour scheme.HenkeiThundercracker and his fellowSeekerSkywarpwere opened for pre-order onMay 22ndthroughJune 20,and mailed out in September 2008. A second batch was made available onNovember 6th,2008.
Soon after release, there were numerous complaints from both Japanese and Western collectors about the poor quality control for both Thundercracker and Skywarp. Thundercracker in particular suffered from a widespread issue where his missile launchers did not fit into the holes in his shoulders, due to the holes being too big. Some reported both toys suffering misassembly issues such as having two left or two right thighs.
Several minor changes were made to this mold for this release. The holes for his missile launchers in his arms were widened, but not the launcher's insertion pegs. The wing's missile launcher insertion points were lengthened and are now curved at the end. The last rectangle on his air intakes was further modified from the Classics version, this time the bottom most rectangle goes completely across the air intake's surface rather than just the center.Henkei! Henkei!Skywarp andUniverseStarscreamalso saw most of these changes.
The second release (while extremely limited) did not see any of the quality control issues of the early, more heavily produced release. This version of Thundercracker uses the 2nd version of the Classics Seeker mold that was reinstated withGhost Starscreamand all subsequent releases thus far. Oddly these versions of Thundercracker do not feature a date stamp etched into his leg like the earlier release.


Masterpiece

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Hey, at least I'mmeantto beblue.
  • Thundercracker(November 20,2008)
    • ID number:MP-7
    • Accessories:2 "Machine Guns", 2 AIM missile racks, Doctor Arkeville pilot, Megatron Gun clasp, display stand
A redeco ofMasterpieceStarscream,MasterpieceThundercracker eschews the cartoon accuracy that the line normally strives for, transforms into a highly-accurate F-15E Strike Eagle while sporting a more stylized robot mode. He comes with all the features and accessories included with the previous release of the mold: flip-up missile racks built into his pectorals, a two-piece display stand that can be configured to display the figure in mid-flight in either jet or robot mode, a miniatureDoctor Arkevillefigurinethat fits in his cockpit (now cast in blue plastic), a clip to hold the gun mode Megatron that came withMasterpieceOptimus Prime in jet-mode, and an extensive sheet of optional stickers to allow buyers to customize him to their liking. Also like Starscream and Skywarp, Thundercracker features a rotating face with two swappable expressions; a normal, stoic gaze (retooled from Starscream's original one, despite the popular misconception that it is the same) and a new growling glare, replete with bared teeth.
SomeMasterpieceThundercrackers feature an assembly error: His left and right pectorals are flipped. This misassembly does not affect transformation at all, and is most noticeable when compared to priorMasterpieceSeekers. The 2008 pressing ofMasterpieceSkywarp also features this part swap.
This mold was also used for theMasterpieceversion ofSkywarp.It was also redecoed and retooled to create the eleventhMasterpiecefigure,Starscream,which was then redecoed to createSunstormandAcid Storm.
Masterpiecemold:Seeker (MP-3)
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Hironori Kobayashi&Shōji Kawamori
See also:MP-11Starscream| MP-52Starscream


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Good news everybody - yet another MP seeker.
  • Thundercracker(November 28,2015)
    • ID number:MP-11T
    • Accessories:2 null rays, orange hologram pilot figurine
Released as a TakaraTomy Mall exclusive, MP-11T Thundercracker is a redeco ofMP-11 Starscream,with the coloration based on Thundercracker's animation model. The figure is limited to 2000 pieces. This Thundercracker features some extensive retooling to wind theMasterpieceSeeker design back into the more Generation 1-accurate look, with most of the robot mode being newly tooled parts, including chunkier legs that now incorporate his tail-fins,retooledshoulders, and wingtips that no longer curve into one another, a new head (with collapsible head fins), new heel spurs that flip out for added support in robot mode, and re-engineered Machine Guns attached to extending armatures that mean they no longer have to beremovedfor transformation. LikeMP-11SW Skywarp,but unlike MP-11 Starscream and the cartoon, the insignias on his wings are the correct way up in robot mode.
As a redeco of the MP-11 release, Thundercracker islikelyto be plagued with the same quality control issues.
Thundercracker was available for preorder fromAugust 3toAugust 17,with orders shipping in late November 2015.
When purchased from a seller supplied by Hasbro Asia, Thundercracker comes with acollector coin,mounted on a card styled like Thundercracker's chest, waist, and wings.
Masterpiecemold:Seeker (MP-11)

Version 1:

Other versions:

Hironori Kobayashi&Shogo Hasui
See also:MP-3Starscream| MP-52Starscream


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Now you can recreate your favorite pose just like in the intro!
  • Thundercracker Ver. 2.0(September2021)
    • ID number:MP-52+
    • Accessories:3 alternate faces, 5 effect parts, 2 null rays, 2-part display base
Thundercracker is the first Seeker to be redecoed fromMasterpieceStarscream Ver. 2.0.MP-52+ Thundercracker features a significantly more cartoon-accurate robot mode than his previous releases, and is colored in medium-to-light blue to better match his animation model.
Thundercracker comes with a slew of accessories, including 3 alternate faces, 5 effect parts, a stand for his jet mode, and a pair of null rays. His jet mode can half-transform into a Gerwalk-styled "Alternate Transformation", as seen in the figure's stock photography. Adorably, Thundercracker's stock photos depict him running and firing in the same pose as the intro to the first season of the'80s cartoon.
Upon the announcement of the second version ofMasterpieceSkywarp,a competition forStarscream's add-on kit was revealed; giving him his iconic crown and cape fromThe Transformers: The Movie.Those who purchase Starscream, Thundercracker, and Skywarp will receive the exclusive kit.
Thundercracker was released as aTakaraTomy Mallexclusiveto Japan.
Masterpiecemold:Seeker (MP-52)
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See also:MP-3Starscream| MP-11Starscream


Encore

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  • Skywarp & Thundercracker(reissue multi-pack, 2008)
    • ID number11
    • Accessories:left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, 2 incendiary guns, 2 rockets, left & right wings, left & right tail fins, left & right tail wings, landing gear
Thundercracker's original toy was reissued again as part of TakaraTomy'sEncoreseries, this time in a two-pack with his erstwhile partner, Skywarp. This release of the figure is cast in a less metallic blue plastic than previous release, and features tampographed wing stripes and Decepticon insignias instead of stickers.
The Transformersmold:Decepticon Jets (Seekers)

Version 1 (standard):


Version 2 (Coneheads):

V1:Kōjin Ōno
V2:Takayoshi Doi


Alternity

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Bluer than Massachusetts!
  • Thundercracker [Sonic Blue](2010)
    • ID number:A-04
Thundercracker is a redeco ofAlternitySkywarp,transforming into a licensed 1:32 scaleMitsuoka Orochi.Thundercracker replaces Skywarp's purple, flat black, light purple, and metallic gray for metallic blue, glossy black, light blue, and silver. Like the other toys in the line, he featuresdie-castmetal parts and rubber tires, as well as an opening hood, trunk and doors. This is also currently the onlyAlternitymold to featurea fake kibble chest.
In car mode, small wings aresupposed tobe able to flip out from under Thundercracker's rear wheels, giving him the appearance of a flying car. Unfortunately, thisgimmicksuffers from a rather nastydesign flaw:there is simply not enough clearance under the car for the wheels to be able to pass and hinge through, and attempting to do so will result in the plastic reinforcement struts underneathdeforming the rims and chipping the tires.His door panels also tend to detach from theirball jointsvery easily.
This mold was also used to makeAlternityBanzai Tron,while the original version of it was used byAlternityStarscream.


Generations

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You could have me, and you probably want me.
  • Thundercracker(Deluxe Class, 2011)
    • Accessories:left & right launchers, 2 missiles
Part of the seventh wave of2010-2011Generationstoys, Thundercracker is a third redeco of theClassicsStarscream mold, and the first one to be released to mass retail in Hasbro markets.
This version of Thundercracker features a darker blue than both the greenish-blue of the BotCon release, and the blue of theHenkei! Henkei!release. He also features a new deco layout and different striping from any of the previous versions. In the stock photo provided, he is slightly mis-transformed at the ankles.


GDO

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As if the guns on his arms weren't enough.
  • Thundercracker(Legends Class, 2012)
    • Accessories:two guns
GenerationsLegends Class Thundercracker is redeco ofTransformers: Reveal the ShieldLegends ClassStarscream,withretooledhands and holes in his wings compatible with3 mm posts.Thundercracker's deco is slightly different from the EZ collection figure, omitting the black paint on his shins in favor of giving him full-colorDecepticoninsigniason his wings, and a black painted nosecone. He comes with two compatible guns that are heavily based on Generation 1 Thundercracker's Incendiary Guns (based more on theanimation modelrather than the original toy). Each gun features two posts, allowing them to mount/be held in different ways.
Originally developed by Hasbro Asia for release in their territories, Thundercracker was later released together with various other formerly "Asian market exclusive" toys as aToys "R" Usexclusive in theUnited Statesfor the 2012 holiday season.
The retooled version of this sculpt (including the guns) was later used for arunning change variantof a "Dollar Store" exclusive version ofStarscream.


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  • Ultimate Gift Set(2012)
    • Accessories:2 guns
This unchanged release of Legends Class Thundercracker comes packed withGenerationsLegends ClassMotorbreath,as well as Deluxe ClassCombat Hero Optimus Primeand aGeneration 2-styled Deluxe ClassAutobot Jazz.
The Ultimate Gift Set is an online retailer exclusive in the United States, but is available at general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets.


Thrilling 30

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First he stole Skywarp's colors...
  • Metroplex(Titan Class, 2013)
    • 01 OF 30
Anexclusiveversion of Titan ClassMetroplexwas made available atSan Diego Comic-Con2013. He comes with 12small, non-transforming figurinesofOrion Pax,Megatron,Bumblebee,Thundercracker,Trailcutter,andHoist,all in both modes. Similarly toDecoys,the Autobot figurines are cast in red plastic, and the Decepticons in purple.
While the figurines in this set are not named, the Seeker in this set is likely Thundercracker, based on the fact that the other ten figurines are based on characters from the first two waves ofThrilling 30Deluxe Class toys, the second of which includes Thundercracker.


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...and when he got pushed down the stairs for it, he stole Starscream's instead.
  • Metroplex(Titan Class, 2013)
    • 05 OF 30
Another exclusive version of Titan ClassMetroplexwas made available atAnimation-Comic-Game Hong Kong2013. This Metroplex also has the 12 figurines ofOrion Pax,Megatron,Bumblebee,Thundercracker,Trailcutter,andHoist,but casts the Autobot figurines in gold plastic, and the Decepticons in silver.


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Starscream took his colors back, but this time Thundercracker filched histransformation cog.
  • Thundercracker(Deluxe Class, 2013)
    • Series / Number:02 / #006
    • TakaraTomy release date:2014-03-29
    • Accessories:two assault cannons, tail-fin
Part of the sixth wave of2012-onwardsGenerationsDeluxe Class toys,Thrilling 30Thundercracker is a redeco ofGenerations:Fall of CybertronStarscream, and transforms into a Cybertronian jet fighter. He comes with two spinning, triple-barreled cannons which can combine to form a larger hand-held weapon that is geared to spin its two triple-barrels together, and resembles theNeutron assault riflefromFall of Cybertron.Each of the weapon halves features two5 mm posts,as well as a peg-hole on their hollow sides, while the combined form features another peg-hole at the top, but makes the peg-holes on the hollow sides inaccessible. Thundercracker features numerous 5 mm peg-holes, such as his hands, forearms, lower legs, and wing undersides.
Thundercracker's tail-fin is attached via a 5 mm post on its underside, and can be detached to reveal three additional peg-holes, with two of these peg-holes being just the right distance to accommodate the combined assault cannons/rifle, with the tail-fin pegging on the rifle's top peg-hole. This allows the weapon to mount on top of thevehicle mode,and store on his back in robot mode.
Thundercracker is minimally mis-transformed in-package: his jet mode nosecone is extended, rather than folded in as it should be in robot mode. He comes packaged with a copy ofIDW'sSpotlight: Thundercracker.
Despite using a mold and deco matchingThundercracker's appearance inWar for Cybertron,this toytechnicallyrepresents G1 Thundercracker, thanks to hisIDWpack-in fiction. Consequently, the toy is listed in the former's page as arepurposing.This toy was also utilized asCloudThundercracker and was also redecoed into TakaraTomyFall of CybertronSkywarpas well asThrilling 30Skywarp.Compared to the Starscream and Skywarp versions however, Thundercracker's joints are considerably looser for reasons unknown.
Generationsmold:Starscream (Deluxe Class)
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Chronicle

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Youusedto want me, but now I just feelinadequate.
  • Thundercracker(EZ Collection, 2011)
ChronicleThundercracker is a redeco ofTransformersLegends Class Starscream. He transforms into an F-15 with many fuselage details borrowed from the Masterpiece version. This is the first Seeker mold in many years to attempt an entirely new transformation, with the arms now forming the rear of the jet and the legs folding under the wings. Thundercracker was available only in Japan, and like many Japanese "EZ Collection" toys, isblindpacked.
Surprisingly, Thundercracker was made available months before Starscream was released in the same line.


Kre-O

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  • Sentinel Prime(2011)
    • Set number:30687
    • Pieces:386
    • Kreons:Sentinel Prime, Soundwave, Thundercracker, Fire Chief
    • Accessories:2 clip-on blasters
The Sentinel Prime construction set comes with a Thundercracker Kreon. He has a helmet, wing back that attaches around his neck, and two blasters that clip onto his arms. This Kreon mold was also used forStarscreamandSkywarp.


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  • Kreon Class of 1984(Kreon figure set, 2014)
    • Set number:B0090
    • Voted:Most Indecisive
    • Accessories:2 clip-on blasters
This version of Thundercracker has much more extensive toy-basedtampographsthan his prior version, though his base plastic is distinctly cartoon-based baby blue.
He was only available in aSan Diego Comic-Con2014exclusivepack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "Kreon Class of 1984".Remaining stock was to be sold atHasbro Toy Shoponline, only therewasno remaining stock after the show.


Bot Shots

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  • Thundercracker(2012)
    • Series:1
    • Number:B009
      • Fist strength:255
      • Blaster strength:800
      • Sword strength:565
Part of the third wave ofBot Shots,Thundercracker is unsurprisingly a redeco ofStarscream,turning into asuper deformedjet. An impact to the jet's nose will trigger his spring-loaded transformation back to robot mode.


Transformers(2010)

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You probably want me, but you can't afford me.
  • Masterpiece Thundercracker(2012)
    • Accessories:Two AIM missile racks, hologram pilot, Megatron gun clasp, display stand
A redeco of the newerMasterpieceMP-11 Starscreammold, theToys "R" UsexclusiveTransformersThundercracker features some extensive retooling to wind theMasterpieceSeeker design back into Kawamori's original, more Generation 1-accurate look, with most of the robot mode being newly tooled parts, including chunkier legs that now incorporate his tail-fins,retooledshoulders and wingtips that no longer curve into one another, a new head (with collapsible head fins), new heel spurs that flip out for added support in robot mode, and re-engineered Incendiary Guns attached to extending armatures that mean they no longer have to beremovedfor transformation.
Other than the replaced incendiary guns, Thundercracker comes with all the accessories included with the previous releases of the mold, with Dr. Arkeville being replaced with the newer hologram pilot figurine. He features several whimsicaltampographs,which include Thundercracker holdingSoundwavein tape deck mode,Reflectorin camera mode, "D-24"(Thundercracker's Japanese line designation), and various call outs to Hasbro designers, such as"LTC Joe 'Big Daddy' Kyde"and"Cpt. J. 'Dragon' Sass".The stock photos of the figure (as shown to the right), however, show all-red Reflector tampographs on the front of his shoulders; on the actual production toy, Reflector appears in full color on thebackof the shoulders (visible on the sides of Thundercracker's jet mode), while the front of his shoulders features theClassicsangled shoulder stripes, colored red to match hisGenerationsfigure.
Curiously, the accessories, packaging, and instructions for Masterpiece Thundercracker are all specific to the older version of the mold (prior to the changes for MP-11 Starscream), and the packaging recycles thepackage artfromGenerationsThundercracker and features no pictures of the actual toy itself. The figure may have been intended for release with the older version of the Masterpiece Seeker mold before changes were made to use the newer version of the mold.
Masterpiecemold:Seeker (MP-11)

Version 1:

Other versions:

Hironori Kobayashi&Shogo Hasui
See also:MP-3Starscream| MP-52Starscream


United

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  • Seekers: Aces(December 21,2012)
    • Accessories:left & right launchers, 2 missiles
UnitedThundercracker is a fifth redeco of theClassicsStarscream mold, and the first time he is offered with both of his wing matesStarscreamandSkywarp.
This version of Thundercracker is heavily based on his cartoon appearance. He features a light blue (lighter than the Henkei! Henkei! figure), dark gray paint on most of his black plastic, an amber cockpit, and shiny metallic blue paint on his shoulders and collar. Paint operations found on the Henkei! Henkei! release were shuffled around for the sake of cartoon accuracy.


BeCool

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  • Blue Jet (Thundercracker)(2013)
    • ID number:B14
BeCool"Blue Jet" is practically identical to theBot ShotsThundercracker toy, the only difference being that his stickers don't depict power levels but instead drawings of his vehicle mode, a jet's cockpit interior and a fighter pilot's helmet.


Construct-Bots

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  • Thundercracker(Scout, 2013)
    • Pieces:41
Part of Wave 2 ofConstruct-BotsScouts, Thundercracker can transform into a jet.
Surprisingly, Thundercracker is not aredecoof theStarscreamConstruct-Bots toy, but does borrow most of his parts. His head is a retool of Starscream's, changing his smirk into an angrier face. Instead of usingBlitzwing's wing and gatling gun parts, Thundercracker uses Triple-ChangerBumblebee's wing, back armor, and nosecone parts, as well asMegatron's blasters.


Generations(Japan)

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  • Thundercracker(March 29,2014)
    • Accessories:two assault cannons, tail-fin
The JapaneseGenerationsrelease ofThrilling 30Thundercracker features a shiny metallic finish and an orange canopy, as well as a few different paint details such as black kneecaps and silver on his face and gun barrels. He was sold exclusively at select Edion, Yodobashi Camera, Yamada Denki, and Best Denki stores.
Generationsmold:Starscream (Deluxe Class)
  • Hasbro:
  • TakaraTomy:
  • Million Publishing:

Combiner Wars

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  • Thundercracker(Legends Class, 2015)
    • Accessories:2 cannons
Part of the first wave ofCombiner WarsLegends toys, Thundercracker is a redeco ofThrilling 30Starscream,based onGuido Guidi's Seeker design from IDW'soriginal ongoing series.Thundercracker includes a collector card featuring art from the "To the Rescue"episode ofTransformers Legends.
His current stock photo is mistransformed: his wings are not flipped up.
This mold was also used to makeThrilling 30Acid StormandCombiner WarsSkywarp.


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Seven guns but nodog.
  • Thundercracker(Leader Class, 2015)
    • Accessories:missile launcher, missile, 2 arm cannons, 2 leg cannons, 2 "Seeker guns"
Combiner WarsThundercracker is an extensive retool ofThrilling 30Leader ClassJetfire,replacing the head, chest, upper arms, and wings so as to resemble the same Guidi design as the preceding Legends Class figure. He transforms from a robot into a jet fighter, and includes Jetfire's original missile launcher and four limb-mounted weapons, plus two new guns based on the traditional Seeker arm rifles. He also features a faux cockpit.
Thundercracker does not include Jetfire's "Turbo Thruster" booster pack accessory, but is still compatible with it. In an undocumented feature, any of his other guns can be mounted on the sides of his missile launcher, or all of them can be combined together to create an enormous multi-barreled weapon.
He does have light piping, but it doesn't illuminate his eyes, only the crystal thing on his forehead.
This mold was also used to makeCombiner WarsLeader ClassStarscreamandSkywarp.


Q-Transformers

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Baby! Baby! I'm a baby! I'm zero years old!
A redeco and minor retool ofQ-TransformersStarscream,Thundercracker transforms from asuper deformedF-15 to a cute chubby little robot. His face has been changed from Starscream's smirk into a more sullen expression.
This mold was also retooled intoQ-TransformersSkywarpandJetfire.


  • Decepticons 3-Figure Set(2016)
    • ID number:QTFS-03
During the secondQ-Transformersseries, the Thundercracker toy was available in a three-pack alongsideStarscreamandSkywarp.He is identical to the originalQ-Transformerstoy.


Alt-Modes

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  • Thundercracker(Alt-Modes, 2016)
    • Series:1
    • Collection:1, 2
A redeco ofAlt-ModesStarscream,Thundercracker is a super deformed toy whose body transforms into a jet when the Decepticon faction symbol on his head is flipped. He wasblind-boxedand available in the first two cases of the toyline.
This mold was also used to makeAlt-ModesSkywarp,Acid StormandSunstorm,and would have been retooled intoDirge.


War for Cybertron: Siege

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  • Thundercracker(Voyager Class,2019)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-S39
    • TakaraTomy ID number:SG-35
    • TakaraTomy release date:October 26,2019
    • Hidden message code:SEEKERS
    • Accessories:2 "HPINull-RayLaser Launchers "
Part of the fourth wave ofSiegeVoyager Class figures, Thundercracker is a redeco and slight headretoolofStarscream,transforming from a heavily Generation 1-inspired robot to a Cybertronian "tetrajet" based on theSeekers' appearance in "More than Meets the Eye, Part 1"and back; the jet mode has the robot legs prominently sticking out from the undercarriage. He includes two" HPI Null-Ray Laser Launchers, "which can mount on his upper arms, or under the wings in jet mode. His face was retooled with a smirk based on the one Starscream sported when he tossed Megatron out of Astrotrain inTransformers: The Movie.Unlike the rest of the Seeker mold, Thundercracker doesn't sport the Decepticon sigil under his wings.
Fitting with the rest ofSiege,Thundercracker has5 mm postson his biceps, forearms, shins, under his feet (thrusters), and wings. The 3 mm pegs on his shins, forearms, left bicep, and the tips of his Null-Rays can accommodate effects parts sold separately. Like the rest ofSiege,his robot mode focuses on articulation, with double-jointed elbows, knees that bend at nearly 180 degrees, ankle rockers, and waist articulation, being notable articulation points for a Seeker toy. Being a rather heavy shellformer, Thundercracker can easily be separated into both a wingless robot mode and a nearly-complete tetrajet, via a friction hinge.
Hasbro erroneously recycled Thundercracker's alt-mode stock photo forSeeker Ion Storm,who in fact has aslightly different hue of blue and lacks red stripes.TakaraTomy's stock photo also depicts his smirk sculpt as slit-mouthed.
Siegemold:Starscream

Version 1:

Version 2:


War for Cybertron: Earthrise

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  • Skywarp & Thundercracker(Multi-pack,2020)
    • Hasbro ID number:WFC-E29
    • TakaraTomy ID number:ER EX-16
    • TakaraTomy release date:January 20,2021
    • Accessories:2 "Null-Rayblasters "
EarthriseThundercracker is aredecoofStarscreamfrom the same line, transforming into an F-15 jet based on his traditional alternate mode, and featuring a pair of G1-accurate arm-guns. As with the aboveSiegefigure,EarthriseThundercracker uses the lighter blue of hiscartoon appearance.His design and transformation scheme is heavily based on the2006Classicsmoldwhile adding points of articulation the earlier figure did not have such as pivoting ankles, a more expressive ball-jointed head, and hinges that allow the wings to fold backwards in robot mode.
While the null-rays can be wielded by his pair of hands, it's almost impossible for him to properly hold them due to the size of his forearms.
Thundercracker was packaged withSkywarp(who uses a retooled facesculpt) in aCybertronian Villains-branded set exclusive toTargetin the United States, andToys "R" Usin Canada. It was also available at general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets such as Hong Kong and Singapore. In Japan, the set was aTakaraTomy Mallexclusive.
Like allEarthrisetoys, the the Seeker two-pack package comes with an exclusive piece of a larger star-map, and a thin piece of red translucent plastic which acts as a decoder for the map. The two-packs map segment shows an unlabelledQuintessa.
Like all other uses of the mold, Thundercracker has a missing molded panel-line detail on the right wing hinge that is supposed to curve in towards the body of the jet. The reason for this missing detail is likely due to it missing from the metal mold itself.
Earthrisemold:Starscream

Version 1:

Version 2:

  • Hasbro/TakaraTomy:EarthriseWFC-E27Ramjet

Other versions:

Legacy

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"When I drink my little wine... and have my little (Thunder)cracker, I guess that's a form of asking for forgiveness."
  • Thundercracker(Core Class,2023)
Released within the fifth wave ofLegacy: Evolution,Core Class Thundercracker is a redeco ofKingdomStarscream,completing the Core Class-scaled original trio of Seekers.
A roughly Legends-sized toy that can interact with Titan Class figures,LegacyThundercracker's sculpting is heavily inspired by his largerEarthrisecounterpart. UnlikeLegacyCore Class Skywarp,Thundercracker uses the traditional Seeker Null Rays.


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  • Decepticon Nemesis(Titan Class,2023)
A tinyslug figureof Thundercracker in jet mode was included with Titan ClassNemesis.


Transformers Retro

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  • Thundercracker(Walmart exclusive reissue/redeco,2023)
    • Accessories:Left & right fists, 2 missile launchers, 2 null-rays, 2 cluster bombs, left & right wings, left & right tail fins, left & right tail wings, landing gear, two-piece gun mode Megatron
Walmart once again reissued the original Thundercracker toy (or is it a recolor of Starscream from the same line?) in 2023 under theTransformers Retrolabel. Unlike theVintage G1release, however,RetroThundercracker has been redecoed in colors inspired by his appearance in the originalTransformersanimated series, more specificallyThe Transformers: The Movie.He remains a mash-up of Starscream'sCommemorative SeriesandThe Transformers Collectionreissues, with the former's elongated null rays and cluster bombs and the latter's gun mode Megatron accessory.
The box features new art of Thundercracker withEarthrise-inspired detailing in robot and vehicle mode laid over a scene ofAutobot City.UnlikeSkywarp,it’snota recolor of Starscream's artwork.
Transformers RetroThundercracker was announced and went up for preorder onMarch 16,2023.
The Transformersmold:Decepticon Jets (Seekers)

Version 1 (standard):


Version 2 (Coneheads):

V1:Kōjin Ōno
V2:Takayoshi Doi

Merchandise

Decoy

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Thunderwarp? Skycracker?
  • Destron Hero Collection 22(multi-pack, 1986)
  • Mini Mini Collection(multi-pack, 1986)
Thundercracker was among the many characters rendered byTakaraas part of their series of 1.5 "keshigomufigurines. Like all the Decepticons in the series, Thundercracker was molded in soft purple rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of hisTech Specs,for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. He is, surprisingly enough,notidentical to either Starscream or Skywarp: the stance of his legs and the position of his Decepticon symbols differ, but he is, of course, most prominently distinguished by his raised right arm.
Thundercracker was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Decepticon figures, in a peach coloration in several other box sets, including the Decepticon "Mini Mini Collection", and in a wide variety of colours in "gachapon" capsule machines.
  • Thundercracker(1987)
    • Decoy number:34
The Thundercracker figurine was later brought over toHasbromarkets as part of theDecoypromotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number (34, in Thundercracker's case). Like all Decepticon Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the cardedThrottlebots,Aerialbots,ProtectobotsandTechnobots,and was, very early on in the promotion, available in an alternate red coloration that was only packed in with the Throttlebots. Unsurprisingly, this red figurine is much rarer.


Super Collection Figure

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  • Thundercracker(2001)
    • Act:4
    • Accessories:Stand
A three-inch tallPVCfigurine of Thundercracker was available as part of the fourth wave ofTakara'sSuper Collection Figureline, aredecoof theStarscreamfigure from the same series. Like all the figures in the wave, it was available as both a standard full color figure and a metallic silver "pewter" version, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelveblindpackedfigures.
In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter version of Thundercracker came with the left leg of the wave's collectibleMetroplexbuild-a-figure.
The pewter version of the figure has a potential problem with connector peg breakage, due to said pegs often getting a layer of pewter paint before being forced into a socket, leading to sticking and tearing. Care should be used when moving or removing the arms; shaving down the socket interior with a thin hobby knife is usually sufficient to fix the issue.
This mold was redecoed to createSkywarp,Sunstormand theAir Warrorsin theHeroes of Cybertronline (see below), andretooledintoDirge,ThrustandRamjet.


Heroes of Cybertron

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  • Thundercracker(2003)
Released in the second wave of Hasbro'sHeroes of Cybertronline, this version of Thundercracker differs from hisSuper Collection Figureincarnation in several ways. Like all theHeroesfigures, he was cast entirely in translucent plastic then painted over, leaving his eyes and the back of his head unpainted to create alight-pipingeffect. Moreover,HeroesThundercracker features light grey pectorals instead of white (with painted-in chest-holes), black forearms instead of grey (to match his helmet and feet), and a yellow cockpit instead of an orange one.
He was sold on an individual blister packaging with a profile card.
  • Decepticon Air Cavalry Troop Builder Set(2003)
The original Thundercracker figurine was re-released again in this six-pack of figures available exclusively atOTFCC 2003.He came packaged withHeroes of Cybertronversions ofStarscream,Skywarp,and threeAir Warriors.
While the three named Seekers in the set were originally intended to have a sparkly paint job to differentiate them from the normal retail versions, that ended up not happening and they ended up basically the same.


MyClone

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  • Thundercracker(2003)
    • Accessories:grey display base
MyCloneThundercracker—who you won't be surprised to hear is a redeco ofMyCloneStarscream—was one of two rare chase figures in the second wave of Takara's line ofsuper deformedPVC figurines (the other being"Lava" Galvatron). He comes with a hexagonal grey display stand that can link up with the identical stands included with other MyClone figures, and his modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any other MyClone figure.


Titanium Series

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  • Thundercracker(3 "Robot Masters, 2006)
    • Accessories:pistol, "cloud" base, Display stand
A redeco of "Robot Masters" Starscream,Titanium SeriesThundercracker is a small, non-transforming die-cast metal figurine based on his cartooncharacter model,except with a blue head. He is sculpted holding a gun in his left hand and stretching out his right arm, while using his feet-jets to fly up.


Robot Heroes

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Now who's geeky?
  • Autobot Jazz & Thundercracker(Two-pack, 2007)
A redeco ofRobot HeroesStarscream,Thundercracker is a two inch high figure sculpted in asuper deformedstyle and articulated at the shoulders. He was available in a two-pack withJazz.
This mold was also redecoed asSkywarp.

  • Thundercracker(Single-pack, 2008)
In some countries outside of North America, Thundercracker was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.

Palisades

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  • Thundercracker(Palisades, 2005)
APalisades Direct-exclusive redeco of the Starscream statue, Thundercracker is a six inch tall polystone statue with articulated head and arms. He can stand normally or use a stand to take on a "hovering" pose. Thundercracker was limited to 300 pieces, and sculpted by3L Creation Groupfrom a design byGeorge Tremarco.


Transformers - Mini Bust

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  • Thundercracker(Diamond Select, 2008)
Released by Diamond Select Toys in 2008, Thundercracker was first exclusive to theNew York Comic Conand later on offered by online retailer Big Bad Toy Store. He was sculpted byMark WongofArt Asylumand limited to 400 pieces.


The Loyal Subjects

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  • Thundercracker(2014)
    • Accessories:gun
This 3-inch tall vinyl figurine of Thundercracker was released by theThe Loyal Subjectsin their first wave ofblindpackedTransformersfigures. He shares his mold with the simultaneously-released Loyal SubjectsStarscreamfigurine, and was later redecoed to create theRainmakerstrio andSunstorm.He was available at a ratio of two out of every sixteen figures in the wave.


D-Style

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  • Skywarp & Thundercracker(09-2015)
    • ID number:48
    • Accessories:scowling face, smirking face, shouting face, open hand, closed hands, mini F15 jet
Thissuper deformedThundercracker model kit was produced byKotobukiyaas part of their franchise-spanningD-Styleline, available in a two-pack with an identical model ofSkywarp.LikeMegatronhe comes with three different faces and in line with the rest of the line, comes with a miniature figurine of his alt mode figure. He also contains a replaceable open hand. His chest contains flip-up panels in his chest that reveal missile racks based on the weapons seen in the Generation 1 episode "Fire on the Mountain". His incendiary guns can be removed and wielded as guns, and he can also hold Megatron's gun. The kit is only partially painted, and a guide is included with paint colors to help the buyer finish the kit themselves.
This mold was also used to makeD-StyleStarscream.


Mecha Nations

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  • Skywarp(2015)
    • ID Number:MN10
    • Accessories:alternate hands, display stand.
Created byKids Logic,thissuper deformedG1 Thundercracker is a redeco of Mecha NationsStarscreamwith a new face. He stands 6 "tall and is articulated, featuring a shiny metallic color scheme, removable armor and replacement hands. He also features LED light up eyes, Decepticon insignias on his wings, null rays and thrusters in his feet, for use when he's" hovering ", mounted on the included display stand.
This figure was also redecoed with a different new face into Mecha NationsSkywarp,with whom he was a 2015 Toy Soul exhibition exclusive.


Transformers Trading Card Game

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  • Thundercracker, Mach Warrior(2018)
    • Wave 1
    • Rarity:UT
    • Card Number:T39/T40
    • Stars:8
Thundercracker, Mach Warrior is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of theTransformers Trading Card Game.
The artwork for the card is reused from theTransformers Legendsmobile card game.


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  • Sergeant Thundercracker, Infantry-Seeker(2019)
    • Wave 4: War for Cybertron: Siege II
    • Rarity:RT
    • Card Number:T47/T52
    • Stars:9
Sergeant Thundercracker, Infantry-Seeker is one of 52 character cards released in Wave 4 of theTransformers Trading Card Game,War for Cybertron: Siege II.
The card's artwork is based on theSiegeThundercracker toy, with the Bot Mode artwork being reused from the toy's packaging art.


Flame Toys

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  • Thunder Cracker[sic](May 2019)
    • Number:05
    • Additional parts/accessories:1 pair of Trigger-finger hands, 1 pair of open-palm hands
Released as part of theFurai Modelline byFlame Toys,Thundercracker is an articulated, non-transforming, Voyager Class-sizedGunpla-style model kit redecoed from theStarscreamrunners. He is molded in blue, light gray, some white and black, and translucent yellow (with one of the parts being painted red) for the eyes and cockpit. His Null-rays can be detached as handheld blasters.
For straight-assembly builders, Thundercracker features a sheet of foil stickers for detail (notably the wings), though the kit can be panel-lined and touched-up with several panel-lining and paint markers (water/acrylic-based markers are recommended, as alcohol-based markers likeGundam Markerscan potentially damage the ABS plastic). If one desires; the kit's pieces, aside from the translucent parts, can be fully coated with spray paints to recreate the finished sample seen in the stock photos.


Zōteki

  • Thundercracker(2021)
    • ID number:031
A collaboration betweenHasbroand statue/replica brandJazware,The Transformerswas added as a part of theZōtekiline alongside other iconic brands such asMarvel,to recreate some of the main "Generation 1" characters. The 31st figure of theZōtekiline is Thundercracker, whose base figure is just a simple repaint of the previously releasedStarscream.
Much like,Skywarp,Thundercracker is a "chase variant" and was only exclusive to Walgeens.
Each statue of the line features a connection point for it to be connected to the others, in order to form a battle scene.


Eaglemoss

  • Transformers Gen-1 Chess Set(2021)
In the plannedTransformers Chess SetbyEaglemoss,a relatively large and very well detailed statue of Thundercracker was slated to be one of the Bishop pieces on the Decepticon side.
A Kickstarter campaign to raise the necessary funds for this project was launched, but failed to meet its goal by September 24, 2021 and the whole thing was canceled.
Your bargaining posture is highly dubious.

Proceed on your way to oblivion.
This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.


Pop!

  • Thundercracker(DigitalPop!,2022)
    • Rarity:
      • Monochrome:Common
      • Static:Common
      • Glowing:Uncommon
      • Chrome:Rare
      • Original:Rare
NFTsdepicting Thundercracker in the Funko style.
No, there's no Skywarp NFTs.
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Jada Toys

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  • Transformers Series 1 18-pack(4cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)
Released byJada Toys,Nano MetalfigsSeries 1 Thundercracker is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded with his hands on his waist. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.
Thundercracker shares the same mold as Series 1Starscreamand comes in an impressive multipack with him andsixteen other figurines.This mold was later redecoed asNova StormandAcid Stormin the Series 2 18-pack.


Imaginarium Art

  • Thundercracker(2022)
Imaginarium Art's "Legacy of Cybertron" Thundercracker is a 20-inch-tall statue, posed on a Decepticon insignia base that can be linked up with other statues in this series to form a larger battle scene. Only 200 pieces were produced.


R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]

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  • Thundercracker(2022)
Part of the seventh wave of theTransformers R.E.D.line, Thundercracker is a redeco of the earlierCoronation Starscream,minus the Seeker leader's glamorous cape and crown. Thundercracker is a non-transforming, 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from theMarvelLegendsandStar WarsThe Black Serieslines. He features over 25 points of articulation and extensive paint operations in an attempt atshow-accuracy.
Thundercracker includes two pairs of hands: two closed fists, and two open, gesturing hands. As is the norm, he also features two removeable "null ray" weapons that mount on his biceps, along with two purpleblast effectsto simulate them firing.
Thundercracker's box was among the first in theR.E.D.range to remove the familiar plastic window on the front, instead favouring a closed cardboard design so as to minimise plastic waste. As with allR.E.D.toys, Thundercracker was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available onHasbro Pulsein limited quantities.


Transformers Character Card

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Released as part of the first wave of thee-HOBBYexclusiveTransformers Character Cardseries, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art ofOptimus Prime(withRoller) andMegatron(withStarscream,Thundercracker andSkywarp) along withcharacter profilesandtech specs.


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Released as part of the eighth wave of thee-HOBBYexclusiveTransformers Character Cardseries, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Thundercracker andSkywarpalong withcharacter profilesandtech specs.


Minimates

  • Thundercracker(2023)
    • Accessories:shoulder guns (2)
Produced byDiamond Select,MinimatesThundercracker is a 2-inch-tall figurine featuring metallic paint, 12-14 points of articulation, and accessories and body parts interchangeable with other Minimates. It is (naturally) a redeco ofMinimatesStarscream.Thundercracker was released as part of aSan Diego Comic-Con2023exclusive4-pack meant to commemorateThe Transformers: The Movie,with packaging resembling a VHS cassette. Only 1,500 were produced.



Blokees

  • Thundercracker(2023)
  • Series:Galaxy Version 01 - Roll Out

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Threezero

  • Thundercracker(MDLX, 2024?)
    • Known designers:Kelvin Sau
    • Accessories:wing assembly, two null-ray cannons, more TBA
A redeco ofThreezero's MDLX Starscream, Thundercracker is an original design taking inspiration from the original cartoon but with the aesthetics in the vein of the live-action movies. Thundercracker is a smaller scaled, non-transforming action figure in the vein of contemporary collector-oriented lines like Figma and S.H. Figuarts. Like those lines, the figure is extremely well-articulated and detailed, features interchangeable hands and faces plus accessories. He features his ever-present null-ray cannons and two dagger-like blades.
He andSkywarpwere revealed in ateaser posted to Threezero's Instagram accountshowcasing Starscream.
Thundercracker retains Starscream's functionality with MDLX Optimus Prime mold, specifically the detachable wings and swappable heads.
Or you could pick... WHAT'S IN THE BOX.

This item is currently scheduled for release, but is not yet available at mass retail.

Kotobukiya Bishoujo Series

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Probably carrying a chihuahua in that bag.
  • Bishoujo Series Transformers Thundercracker(September 2024)
KotobukiyaBishoujo SeriesThundercracker is a repaint and slight retool ofStarscreamfrom the same line of PVC figures. In addition to being recolored in Thundercracker's usual blues, the statue has received some minor resculpts, tweaking the face slightly and filling in her navel so she appears to be wearing a blue skintight suit beneath her clothing.
Like Starscream, Thundercracker is attached to a purple display base designed after the Decepticon insignia, but she does not include any alternate headpieces like her fellow seeker.

Notes

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References

  1. ↑"Last week I helped sell off some prototypes of four unreleased redecos of the Transformers G2 Flipchangers. This week I'm listing the presentation art that was presented to management at Hasbro and REJECTED. Here are the official names for the different characters:" Lightspeed "," Greasepit "," Skystriker ", and" Thundercracker ". Check out the auctions @PrePro on Facebook!" —Dansjoes, TFW2005, 2024/05/11
  2. ↑Interview on the 40th Anniversary of theTransformersbrandwithKōjin ŌnoinTransformers Generations 2024,translated at Soundwaves Oblivion
  3. ↑January 31,2023'sHasbro Pulse Transformers Fanstreamon YouTube, withDelaney Norris,Evan Brooks,Mark MaherandBen MacCrae.
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