Hoist (Transformers)
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Hoist is the name of several fictional characters from the Transformers series.
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Transformers: Generation 1
The original Hoist was introduced in 1985. He is a the Autobot's repairman. He spends most of his time tuning up the other Autobots.
Tech Specs
"No exceptions!" – All Autobots must submit to his maintenance schedule... knows they must operate at peak efficiency in battle. Jovial, enjoys job and is good at it – will find any problem, from engine overhaul to smallest leaky gasket. As tow truck, hauls 40,000 lbs. As robot, very strong... launches heat-seeking missiles from wrist sockets. Full spectrum multi-sensor behind his head determines an object's composition, density, tensile strength, energy properties.
Books
Ladybird Books
Hoist is featured in the 1986 Ladybird Books story Galvatron's Air Attack.[1]
Comics
Fun Publications
Wings of Honor
Hoist appears in the BotCon 2013 story Machine Wars: Termination.[2]
Toys
- Hasbro Transformers Hoist (1985)
- Hasbro Transformers Earthrise Deluxe Hoist (2020)
Transformers: Armada
The second Hoist was introduced in 2003 as the upgraded form of Smokescreen in Transformers: Armada.
Transformers live movie=
The third Hoist in the Transformers is a Autobot who appeared in the 2007 Transformers video game for the Nintendo DS and the Revenge of the Fallen toy line in 2009.
References
- ↑ Grant, John (1986). Galvatron's Air Attack. Ladybird Books. ISBN 0-7214-0988-1.
- ↑ http://www.botcon.com/BotCon2013/bc13comic.cfm
