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What does Astrotrain transform into?

What does Astrotrain transform into?

The Transformers Astrotrain was one of the two Triple Changer toys released in 1985, the other being Blitzwing. He transforms into both a purple JNR Class D51 steam locomotive and a gray Space Shuttle orbiter.

What kind of train is Astrotrain?

Astrotrain (G1)

Transformer
Affiliation Decepticon
Class Troop carrier Soldier
Alt Mode(s) Locomotive train Space shuttle
Abilities Flight Ion Displacement Rifle Troop deployment

Is Astrotrain in Dotm?

Astrotrain (DOTM) – Transformers Wiki.

Who is Astrotrain?

Astrotrain is a Decepticon from the Generation 1 continuity family. Astrotrain loves to sow confusion. To this end, his Triple Changer abilities serve him well.

Is Astrotrain a Decepticon?

Astrotrain is a Decepticon from the Generation 1 continuity family. Astrotrain loves to sow confusion. To this end, his Triple Changer abilities serve him well. Nothing pleases him more than confronting an Autobot in a dark corner and making him wonder if he’s up against one Decepticon or two. He craves having this power over others.

Why did Astrotrain keep his shuttle mode on?

Astrotrain maintained his shuttle mode so that Long Haul could load him with cargo. He apparently did not have very keen sensors in that form, as the Autobot Cosmos was able to very clumsily swipe some ore from his open cargo bay, then loudly fell over Astrotrain’s side without the Decepticon even reacting. The Secret of Omega Supreme

When did the original Astrotrain come out?

In Japan, the 1985 release of Astrotrain had a color scheme based upon the real-life versions of the vehicles he transformed into, with a white space shuttle and a black steam locomotive. In 1986, Takara released Astrotrain in his US toy colors.