Me Grimlock have been shaking fists at uptight paleontologists since 1985.

MeGrimlock have lots of toys and merchandise!

Let's see what you can see... This article is in need of images. Specifics: silver G2 toy, Decoy, Myclone

Toys

The Transformers

And the debate goes on:
"Me Grimlock am greatest warrior!"
"No! Me Grimlock am greatest warrior!"

• Grimlock (Dinobot,1985/1986/1990)

• Takara ID number:26
• Accessories:energo sword,"stunner" lasers,rocket launcher, 3rockets
• Known designers:Kōjin Ōno (TakaraTomy),Shōji Kawamori (Studio Nue)

Released in the second year of theUSTransformers toyline (first year in non-US markets), Grimlock is a slightredeco of theTakaraDiaclone "Dinosaur Robo Tyrannosaurus" toy, transforming into, obviously, a roboticTyrannosaurus rex, complete with opening jaw. Among his robot-mode weapons is a handheld spring-loaded "galaxial rocket launcher"; the Hasbro releases of Grimlock have severely weakened springs, while the Takara versions keep them at full strength.

The originalDiaclone release ismostly the same base colors, but has a blue pelvis and a chrome-silver sword. Hasbro also omitted the Diaclone driver mini-figure (though retaining the opening cockpit in the dino-mode back) and blunted its teethfor safety reasons.

In Japan, he and the other four Dinobots were offered as mail-away items duringOperation Combination in 1990(!); Grimlock cost 2300 yen (his original retail price) and 2Robot Points.

• Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Grimlock at Transformerland.com
• More information on Generation 1 Grimlock at TFU.info

• Grimlock vs Soundwave (Multi-pack,1985)

• ID number:VSY
• Accessories: energo sword, "stunner" laser, galaxial rocket launcher, 3 rockets

Takara also released Grimlock in a "versus"set along withSoundwave andFrenzy. All of the toys in the set are identical to their individual releases.

The set also included a short storybook about those characters fighting, and an audiocassette narrating the storybook.

Hey Freakazoid. You wanna go munch some metal?

• Grimlock (Classic Pretender,1989)

• Accessories: Pretender shell, helmet,atom smashing submachine gun, rocket launcher dino-tail
• Known designers:Masakatsu Saito (concept artist),Richard Marcej (packaging)

Released in the sixth year of the USTransformers line, theClassic Pretender version of Grimlock is much smaller, simplified and slightly modified, but still transforms into a roboticT. rex. His dino tail becomes a rocket-launcher-gauntlet thing that can be held by either the inner robot or outer shell, but either way has got to be abear to aim properly. He came with a large humanPretender shell with a rather knight-like armor theme, with a helmet and large cannon with a blade on the barrel, which has a5 mm post on the back end, letting him hold the weapon like a sword. Unique to humanoid Pretender shells, Grimlock's shell's hands have 5mm holes at different angles; the right hand has the usual vertical hole while his left hand has a diagonal one, presumably to hold the tail cannon in line with the rest of the arm.

His shell's head looks a lot like a youngerEd Asner, and also bears a passing resemblance to his voice actor,Gregg Berger.

• More information on Pretender Grimlock at TFU.info

Me Grimlock say cut it out.

• Grimlock (Legends, 1989)

• Accessories: rocket launcher dino-tail

AKmartexclusive in itsHasbro release, this version of Grimlock is simply the inner robot of his Classic Pretender form without the shell or its accessories, leaving him only his tail/gun.

The Legends toys are the very first store-exclusiveTransformers toys in the US market.

• Hero Set (Multi-pack, 1989)

• Accessories: tail/gun

In Japan, Legends Grimlock was available only in a boxed "Hero Set" during theVictory portion of the line, packed in with the Legends versions ofBumblebee,Jazz andStarscream. Grimlock was mostly unchanged from to the Hasbro release, but sported a silver painted face instead of Hasbro's orange painted one.

In Italy,GiG released their own version of the Hero Set, named "Set Commandos", instead of the Classic Pretender versions of the toys. Grimlock was renamed from "Tiran" to "Drago", originally the Italian name ofHot Spot. The "Set Commandos" toys were identical to the Japanese "Hero Set" versions.

Me Grimlock make big deal out of this in comics.

• Grimlock with anti-tank cannon (Action Master,1990)

• Accessories: Anti-tank cannon partner,particle beam cannon
• Known designers:Masakatsu Saito (concept artist)

Part of the initial assortment of cardedAction Master figures released in the seventh and final year of the US line (sixth and not-final in Europe), Grimlock is a 3¾-inch non-transforming posable action figure, his design combining his cartoon model with extra toy-based detailing. His construction is broadly similar to that used by theG.I. Joe figures 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.

He came with theanti-tank cannon "partner" machine, which he can ride, though its fairly small size makes it so he has to squat to do so, which leaves him both very back-heavy and very funny-looking. The cannon can also unfold via spring-loadedgimmick to form a reallybig hand-held "long-range mortar launcher", completed by plugging Grimlock's "particle beam cannon" weapon into its barrel.

• More information on Action Master Grimlock at TFU.info

• Grimlock (Dinobot, 1991)

• Accessories: "Energo sword", twin "stunner laser" rifle, "galaxial rocket launcher", 3 rockets

Grimlock's original toy was re-released in the European/Australian-exclusive "Classics" series, with the minor change that his missiles were noticeably shortened, probablyfor safety reasons: about 5 mm was cut off from the tip, leaving them blunt. He is otherwise identical to the normal Hasbro release of Grimlock.

In Greece, these releases were added to re-releases of theDefensor andDevastatorgiftsets.

Generation 2

Me am Blue! Me am Blue! You could be too!(Blue variant pictured)

• Grimlock (Dinobot,1992)

• Accessories:energy sword, twin laser gun

(Silver variant pictured)

Part of the very first assortment ofGeneration 2 product released just in time for the 1992 holiday season, Grimlock's original toy was re-released with minimal changes; an "AUTOBOT" tampograph was added to his right dino-flank/robot boot, and this release lacks the original toy's missile launcher and missile.

(Turquoise variant pictured)

The following year, Grimlock underwent arunning change, with his silver plastic now cast in either rich blue or turquoise (Grimlock's fellow DinobotsSlag andSnarl underwent a similar set of color changes). As the blue version is far, far more common on the secondary market, plus was the version pictured in Hasbro's 1993Toy Fair catalog, it's a safe bet that the blue one came first, and the turquoise version was a late-run refresher that saw little distribution.

Amusingly, Grimlock's bio give him a Rank of 10... while the concurrent release ofOptimus Prime had a rank of 9!

• More information onGeneration 2 Grimlock at TFU.info

Beast Wars

Ben Yee think me Grimlock look like dalmatian... :(

• Grimlock (Deluxe Class,1997)
  • Accessories: "Spinning slasher sword", tail-bone-sword

The only new toy in the third wave of second-yearBeast Wars Deluxes, Grimlock is aredeco ofDinobot in gray and gold with dark blue spots, transforming into a "raptor" of some variety. His tail detaches and separates to form a gear-powered, spinning blade weapon, while the central "tail bone" separates to be used as a sword. The entire assembly can store inrobot mode by flipping down the tail-mount and pegging the blade's base to the peg on his lower back. He also has a "mutant mask", halves of a dino-skull that flip up to cover his more robotic head. Thankfully these pieces are not pinned in, and can be easily removed for better clearance. He was also slightlyretooled from the original mold to have ratcheting shoulders and space for an "energon chip"rubsign.

Grimlock is extra-notable for suffering fromGold Plastic Syndrome, making his hip-joints in particular prone to snapping off. Grim.

• More information onBeast Wars Grimlock at TFU.info

Alternators

Me Grimlock no can munch metal, but can burn rubber!

• Ford Mustang GT Grimlock (Alternator, 2004)

• Alternators ID number:9
• Binaltech ID number:BT-10
• Binaltech release date:December 9, 2004
• Accessories: Engine/gun, energo-sword
• Known designers:Mark McCall (Hasbro),Takashi Kunihiro (TakaraTomy),Masakatsu Saito (concept artist),Alex Milne (packaging artist)

For theAlternators line, Grimlock'salternate mode was changed from a dinosaur into alicensed, 1:24 scale silverFord Mustang with opening doors, hood, and trunk, a detailed interior,rubber tires and a working steering mechanism. His engine transforms into a double-barreled gun, and he also carries an orange "energo-sword" which can attach to the underside of his vehicle mode. The toy is one of the most-complained-aboutAlternators toys, due to its notoriously finicky transformation (with many small steps that must be performed in exactly the right order) and to several pieces which have a tendency to pop off with relatively small amounts of force. And it's a Grimlock who doesn't transform into aTyrannosaurus rex.

The main difference between Hasbro'sAlternators version of the toy and the JapaneseBinaltech version is that the latter has its vehicle shell partially made out of painteddie-cast metal parts, whereas theAlternators version is made entirely out of plastic (not counting the rubber tires). In addition, theBinaltech version's engine/gun and the wheel's rims arevacuum-metalized, whereas they're simply painted silver for theAlternators version.

This sculpt was retooled intoAlternators/BinaltechWheeljack.

• Archive ofBinaltech Grimlock's bio and tech specs
• More information onAlternators Grimlock at TFU.info

Classics

Me Grimlock want to try new appearance, how me look in thigh high boots and stiletto heels?

• Grimlock (Deluxe, 2006)

• Accessories: Missile launcher, missile, tail/lash
• Known designers:Eric Siebenaler (Hasbro),Takio Ejima (TakaraTomy),Joe Kyde (deco artist),Don Figueroa (concept artist)

Part of the first wave ofClassics Deluxes, Grimlock once again transforms into aTyrannosaurus rex, but he has been heavily re-imagined in both modes, with his dino form designed to run rather than tail-drag (theories on theT. rex having changed from "caveman adversary" to "Carl Lewis in lizard skin" since the Generation 1 incarnation).

This mold features a few design elements likely influenced by Grimlock's Pretender toy; his bayonet blaster is an homage to his gun/blade combo weapon from said toy, and his heavily-jointed tail detaches to become a handheld weapon as it does for the inner robot of his Pretender toy. Another similarity is theT. rex's upper-body forming therobot mode legs (though theT. rex head forms his feet this time around).

Grimlock's bayonet blaster (dubbed the "Guardian Blaster" in hisTFCC profile) can be deployed in either mode and fires a clear red projectile. Both weapons can be stored on his back when not used. As with mostClassics toys, Grimlock features a heat-sensitiverubsign, placed on the left side of the tyrannosaurus torso/his left leg.

A common issue with the figure is the size of the peg that locks his arms in place being too small in relation to the peg-hole, making it difficult to keep transformed. The black shoulder flaps above this assembly are meant to tab into these and lock the whole thing together, but the flaps don't align properly and the tabs themselves are too short to even reach the slots. In addition, the bayonet blaster has a hair-trigger and his fist holes are a few fractions of a millimeter too small to accommodate standard5 mm post accessories that most modernTransformers toys use.

An unpaintedClassics Grimlock was used at theBotCon 2007 customization classes to createTimelinesOverkill. The mold was alsoredecoed to makeShattered Glass Grimlock andUniverse (2008)Overkill.

• More information onClassics Grimlock at TFU.info

• Jetfire and Grimlock Twin Pack (2-pack, 2007)

• Accessories: Missile launcher, missile, removable tail

Classics Grimlock was also available in Asian markets in a two-pack withClassics Jetfire. Both toys are identical to their normal individual releases.

Titanium Series

Me Grimlock turn into tank? Me mash brains with style!

• Grimlock (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2008)
  • Accessories: Gun, Energo-sword

Based upon his appearance fromThe War Within, this version of Grimlock transforms into a Cybertronic heavy tank. This transforming partly die-cast and plastic Grimlock was initially unreleased due to the cancellation of theTransformers series ofTitanium toys at retail (the line would continue on forStar Wars at the three-inch scale). The toy was eventually released in the fall of 2008 as a Toys-R-Us exclusive, alongside the also-almost-unreleased War WithinProwl.

He includes a cannon and his trademark sword. In vehicle mode, the sword can peg onto the side of his rear treads, while the cannon can peg into the back of the cabin. The cannon has a joint on its connector so it can swivel around.

• More information onTitanium Cybertron Heroes Grimlock at TFU.info

Henkei! Henkei!

Witness me Grimlock, shiny and chrome!

• Grimlock (Deluxe, 2008-03-13)
  • ID number:C-03
  • Accessories: Missile launcher, missile, removable tail

Henkei! Henkei! Grimlock is an extensive redeco ofClassics Grimlock, with generally more intricate paint detailing to make him more closely resemble theGeneration 1 toy. As with allHenkei toys, he lacks the heat sensitive rubsign seen on theClassics release, and instead features vacuum-metalized "chromed" plastic (in a similargimmick to theBeast WarsTransmetals toys). The vac-metal is used on hisbeast mode feet, as well as theTyrannosaurus torso, which was, oddly enough, in Hasbro's original deco plan forClassics Grimlock.

Masterpiece

Me Grimlock be smaller than Prime, but me Grimlock more expensive!

• Grimlock (March 26,2009)
  • ID number:MP-8
  • Accessories: Energo sword, twin 'stunner' lasers rifle, waiter apron, waiter bow tie, waiter tray, 7 unique waiter glasses, intelligence transfer helmet, crown (reissue exclusive), flame (reissue exclusive)

• Known designers:Hironori Kobayashi (TakaraTomy),Hirofumi Ichikawa (concept artist)

Released in March of 2009,Masterpiece Grimlock is based upon his original toy and cartoon model, transforming into an outdated view of theTyrannosaurus rather than the more accurate depiction seen onClassics Grimlock. Of all the Masterpiece figures, Grimlock features both the least complex transformation, as well as the least deviation from his original toy's essentialtransformation scheme.

Masterpiece Grimlock features the usage ofdie-cast metal for his dinosaur mode's toes and an LED mounted within his right fist which illuminates both his gun's barrels and his sword. As a result of said mechanism, the only articulated part of his right hand is the thumb. Similarly his left hand is modeled much likeMasterpiece Starscream's hands with the thumb and index finger fully articulated with the remaining fingers joined together. Possibly as a show of good faith regarding the sacrificed articulation,TakaraTomy designed his alternate mode's arms to be highly poseable, featuring full articulation of the claws with the arms themselves attached to the body with ball joints.

He features many gimmicks, including the ability to change his eye color in either mode from red to blue with the flip of a switch found at the back of his head in robot mode, and by opening the top of his head in dino mode and switching the eyes around. This allows the owner the choice of representing the use of blue in the cartoon (and his IDW alternate mode) or the use of red in most other media, including his original toy. His tail is connected to his head, and by wiggling and moving it, the head rotates at the base of the neck. Pushing down on his torso in dinosaur mode makes his legs move up higher into his body, and as a result his head will look up. His alt mode's head features jaws that snap shut at the press of a button hidden on his cheek; in addition, it also has a tiny sculpted flame thrower in its mouth, butfor your safety, it does not actually breathe fire (boo). Besides his weapons, he also comes with a cloth apron and bow tie to go with a drinks serving tray he carried in "Madman's Paradise", as well as the device he used to transfer his super-intelligence intoComputron in "Grimlock's New Brain".

When he was reissued, he came with a crown redecoed from the King Grimlock release and a new flame attachment to go over his sword.

Best accessory ever! Me Grimlock know you know it.

• King Grimlock (December, 2009)
  • ID number:MP-8X
  • Accessories: Energo sword, twin 'stunner' lasers rifle, crown

King Grimlock is a redeco of theMasterpiece Grimlock with a color scheme based on his appearance in theGeneration 1 Marvel comic. All of his previously flat gray surfaces are coated in silver paint, his gold chrome is more vibrant, and his previously black plastic is now a dark blue in reference to the limited color palette of the Marvel Comics issues, and the colorless chrome used for his tail and arms is now a light blue chrome. He also features some different paint applications: on his dinosaur chest, inside the clear panel on his robot mode chest, and on his robot mode knees. In addition, his toes are now metallic yellow instead of metallic gray. He also lacks the faceplate paint of the original Masterpiece Grimlock. His sword is also tinted orange rather than neutral clear, and the clear panel on his chest is clear dark green plastic instead of neutral clear. Curiously what were the red eyes in dinosaur mode on the originalMasterpiece Grimlock are now the blue eyes on King Grimlock, and the blue eyes are now the red. The product also features the crown worn by Grimlock in the comics instead of the accessories from the cartoon, such as the waiter apron or the glasses. Thepackage art is drawn in an homage to the early style ofThe Transformers published by Marvel Comics, as well as a bilingualTransformers Universe stylebio on the back of the package.

King Grimlock was only available viaToy Hobby Market, the official shopping site of TakaraTomy. Pre-orders were open throughJuly 31st throughSeptember 11th 2009, with the toy shipping out in December.

• Grimlock (2013)
  • Accessories: Energo sword, twin 'stunner' lasers rifle, crown

Another release of the Masterpiece Grimlock figure, in conjunction withCybertron Con alongside a redeco ofHenkei! Henkei!Jetfire. Like Hasbro's previous 2010 release, includes all the accessories from the MP-08X "King" version with the figure in traditional Grimlock colors. Packaged in minimalist black and white Chinese-themed box.

Me Grimlock's legs backwards! Me needdoctor to fix Grimlock's legs!

• Masterpiece Grimlock (2014)
  • ID number:MP-03
  • Accessories: Dinobot Crown of Leadership, sword, twin 'stunner' laser rifle

(Yet) another Hasbro re-release of the figure, four years after theTransformers version (see below),again available as aToys"R"Us exclusive.

This figure was also available as a Toys"R"Us exclusive in many international Hasbro markets such as Canada, Australia, and Europe. Unusually for a Hasbro-branded release, if purchased through Toys"R"Us in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, or mainland China, or Toys Retailing in Thailand, this figure included a Hasbro Asia "Masterpiece King Grimlock"collector coin.

Oddly, the Hasbro stock photos display his dino-mode legs as beingbackwards.

Device Label

Me Grimlock turn into computer-thingy... something not right.

• Device Grimlock (Device Label, 2009)

• Known designers:Masakatsu Saito (concept artist)

Takara'sDevice Label Grimlock transforms from a working USB laser mouse into a mechanoid raptor. He shares this mold withDevice LabelTrypticon.

According to earlyBigBadToyStore solicitations, the mice were originally supposed to depict Generation 1Overkill andBeast WarsDinobot.

Transformers (2010)

Beryllium baloney not included. Grimlock: 1. Slag: 0.

• Masterpiece Grimlock (2010)
  • Accessories:Dinobot Crown of Leadership, sword, twin 'stunner' laser rifle

Transformers Grimlock is aToys"R"Us-exclusive redeco and minor retool ofMasterpiece Grimlock with King Grimlock's accessories (also redecoed). His gray is darker, he features additional painted details on his thighs, biceps, and waist to mimic label stickers included on the original 1985 figure, the dark gray painted details on his robot mode toes are now gold, the dinosaur mode's toenails are now coated in a thick gold paint rather than the polished golden look of the TakaraTomy version, and the red paint used on the metal area on his crotch is a lighter shade, matching the adjacent red plastic less.

Grimlock's teeth and claws have been slightly rounded for this release.

The stock photography to the right is mistransformed, depicting Grimlock's beast mode claws as pointing straight down (as they are in robot mode) instead of laying flat to the ground.

• More information on 2010 Masterpiece Grimlock at TFU.info

Generations

Talk about monkey paw wishes—the mostgeewun version of this mold is on theAge of Extinction Grimlock page.

• Grimlock (Voyager Class, 2012)
  • Series / number:1 / #003
  • Accessories: Sword, shield

Part of the second wave ofGenerations Voyager Class toys,Fall of Cybertron Grimlock transforms into a roboticTyrannosaurus rex. He comes with a sword with a5mm handle and a peg on either side of the hilt, as well as a shield which can mount via its single peg. Grimlock features 5mm ports for his hands, as well as on his forearms/lower dino legs and shoulders/dino hips. Interestingly, the hollow sides of his dinosaur arms featureCyberverse-compatible3mm ports.

His maingimmicks, however, are that he has a light in his dinosaur mouth, and a chomping dinosaur jaw. When a lever behind his dino head is pulled, his mouth opens, and the light turns on, strongly illuminating his head. This gimmick can also be used in robot mode, as his dino head ends up inside his hollow chest, although it's not as effective. Theinsignia on his chest is the Lightning Strike Coalition variant of the Autobrand.

This toy wasredecoed for all the other versions ofFall of Cybertron Grimlock, but was also used forAge of ExtinctionGrimlock.

• More information onGenerations Grimlock at TFU.info

Age of Extinction

Me Grimlock feel like me once hadbigger purpose in life...

• Grimlock (Evolution 2-Pack, 2014)
  • 24 OF 30
  • TakaraTomy release date:2014-08-03
  • Accessories: Sword

Available only atToys"R"Us stores in the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia, thisAge of Extinction-branded two-pack features "1984 Grimlock" in the form of a Generation 1-inspired redeco ofEnergonGrimlock. The toy is slightly retooled to give it5mm ports in its hands, allowing it to hold the included redeco ofGeneration 1 Razorclaw's sword (not pictured in stock photography). Undocumented in the instructions, he can be combined withEnergonSwoop to form an inter-continuity version ofMega-Dinobot. As an Evolution 2-Pack, Grimlock was packaged alongside anAge of Extinction Voyager ClassGrimlock toy.

The two-pack was one of the three Evolution 2-packs available as a Toys"R"Us exclusive in Japan, with no changes on the figures with an exception of the packaging, which the front box features Japanese translated versions of the English text, shrunken character renders for both Grimlocks, and a sticker on the back confirming that this was a Japanese release. The sword is also packaged on the center of the bubble, instead of hiding underneath it. This figure was also the first release of theEnergon Grimlock mold in Japan.

Transformers (2014)

Me Grimlock make the Bayformer style lookgood!

• Dinobots Generation One 4-pack (Voyager, 2014)
  • Accessories: Mace head, mace shaft

Available only as part of theHasbro Toy Shopexclusive "Dinobots Generation One 4-pack" that was first made available atSan Diego Comic-Con2014, Grimlock is a redeco of theAge of Extinction Voyager Grimlock figure, and features heavy use of vacuum metalization, transparent plastic and paint applications to recreate the look of the Generation 1 Grimlock toy. He retains the mace accessory, and its head, or the entire weapon, can be attached to Grimlock's dinosaur mode tail. Grimlock was packaged withStrafe,Snarl, andSlug, and their box unfolds into a diorama of the crashedArk inMount St. Hilary. A similarly-themed toy ofSludge was released via Amazon inAge of Extinction packaging.

Me Grimlock getbadfeelings about combining...

• Grimlock (Legion, 2014)

Part of the Generation 1-inspired 2014 Legion Class assortment, Grimlock is a redeco ofCyberverseBeast HuntersRippersnapper, and transforms into a vaguely shark-like dragon, although his package art, recolored from theRI cover ofMore than Meets the Eye #8, and the Hasbro website product description would have you believe that it's a mechanicalT. rex. Being the sixth use of the sculpt, it's starting to show instances ofmold deterioration, as several sections (such as the tabs that hold the robot mode torso together, or the parts of the beast mode neck formed by the robot mode feet) don't fit properly anymore.

In the United States, Grimlock has thus far been found at Big Lots and Family Dollar stores. In Australia and Europe, he is available at general retail again, just like the previouswave of Legion Class figures. In 2015, he was re-released in redesigned packaging now resembling the currently releasedCombiner Wars-eraGenerations' packaging template, but replacing the nameGenerations with "Authentic Transformers".

Thestock photo on the back of the packaging depicts him withBeast Hunters Cyberverse Commander ClassOptimus Prime's sword, which is also listed as an accessory in the Hasbro website product listing for this toy. The actual toy doesn't include a weapon. Furthermore, theinstructions printed on the back of the packaging of the 2014 release are completely inaccurate, as they are for anentirely different "Grimlock" toy! (This was fixed for the 2015 release.) Even if the instructionshad been accurate, they probably wouldn't have mentioned that Grimlock can also form a leg ofAbominus (or a combiner of his redecoes).

Kre-O

The Lego Dino Attack line gotweird after a while...

• Grimlock Unleashed (2014)

• Set number:A8600
• Pieces:333
• Kreons:Bumblebee,Galvatron, Grimlock,Lockdown,Optimus Prime
• Accessories: Sword, crown

Released in the fourth year of theKre-O building-brick line, theAge of Extinction-themed "Grimlock Unleashed" set actually features a "Generation 1"-design large dino-mode Grimlock build. This massive beast uses multiple ball-and-socket joints to give it quite a range of posability, but unfortunately the build is a bit too heavy to keep any poses that aren't upright tail-dragging ones, plus his head is prone to drooping due to the weight of his skull in any position. The uneven and not-super-secure builds of his dino feet do not help.

You could probably rebuild it into a robot mode, but there is no large pre-made Grimlock head to top it off, so you'll have to get creative or add more bricks to the set.

The accompanying GromlockKreon is also based on the originalTransformersGrimlock toy, and even comes with an extra "crown" piece to place on his little rounded noggin, in tribute to his stint as Autobot leader in the Marvel comics. All of the other Kreons in the set, however, are based on theirAge of Extinction namesakes.

This set popped up atToys"R"Us a few short weeks after the initial product without any advance warning... and retailed for a mere $25, despite the size of the set.

• More information on Grimlock Unleashed Grimlock at TFU.info

Don't you, forget about me, Grimlock.

• Kreon Class of 1985 (Kreon figure set,2015)

• Set number:B5152
• Voted: Me Best Looking
• Accessories: Sword, double-barreled blaster

Kreon Class of '85 Grimlock's deco is very much toy-based, but isnot the same deco as the "Grimlock Unleashed" deco seen above. Which one is more "accurate" is kind of a toss-up, really. Weirdly, hedoesn't use the Kreon sword that was based on the actual original Grimlock sword design, but does gain a toy-like twin-barreled blaster accessory.

Like the rest of the set, he uses the almost-totally-retooled 2015 style of Kreon body, making most of his parts incompatible with older Kreon parts.

This box set of thirty Kreons was aSan Diego Comic-Con 2015exclusive, with leftovers being sold onHasbro Toy Shop online after the show.

Time to play some foosball again.

• Grimlock (Battle Changers, 2015)

• Set number:B0718
• Pieces:82
• Accessories: Energon-Sword
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro)^[1]

Part of the first series of "Battle Changers", released in the line's fifth year, Battle Changers Grimlock as a core Kreon torso and head, but his limbs and backpack are massively bulked up, which allows him to transform into a really badly-proportionedT. rex without removing any parts! His appearance is reminiscent of his Generation 1 counterpart, while the deco is based on hisAge of Extinction counterpart's toys. Like all of the Battle Changers, Grimlock uses a new hip piece using larger balljoints than the normal Kreons. He also comes with a weapon that, once stickers are applied, resembles the sword used byFall of CybertronGrimlock, and can be wielded by his C-joint hands.

All of the 2015TransformersKre-O product was skipped by retailers in the US (at first), seeing release in Canada, Australia and various Asian markets. In late 2015, much of the line was finally released at discount in the US through TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores, including this set.

Hero Mashers

Me Grimlock no need robot mode! Me Grimlock king!

• Electronic Grimlock (Electronic Action, 2014)
  • Pieces:18
  • Accessories: Twin-cannon, left & right missile launchers, 2 missiles, left & right gun-pods, large rifle, flame-blast

Part of the first (and only) wave of Electronic ActionHero Mashers toys, Grimlock is a non-transforming action figure with ratchet-joints... and considerably larger than any other figure in the line at that. His design is based on hisAge of Extinction counterpart, but also takes some cues and the coloration from the Generation 1 version of the character. He has multiple peg-holes all over that can be used to mount anyHero Mashers accessory.

He is designed with a removable head, forelimbs, thighs, lower legs, and tail, all of which use the same clip-peg/hole joint. This means his pieces can be swapped around in any order, as well as swapped with any otherHero Mashers figure... which includes figures fromMarvel Comics,Star Wars, andJurassic World, meaning you can make some pretty freaky combinations.

His large size is augmented by a large number of accessories and gimmicks. The signature electronic aspect is a light-up mouth, used to illuminate his "flame blast" accessory, or any other transparent accessory you care to stuff into his gaping maw. He also comes with two spring-loaded missile launchers.

• More information onHero Mashers Grimlock at TFU.info

Platinum Edition

Me talk pretty one day!

• Dinobots (Platinum Edition 5-pack, 2015)
  • Accessories: Two-piece spiked maul

Part of theGenerationsPlatinum Edition Dinobots 5-pack, Grimlock is a redeco and retool ofAge of Extinction Voyager Class Grimlock, sporting a Generation-1 inspired deco and a head. This release also suffers from a small degree of mold deterioration: theT. rex heels that connect with his forearms and the shoulders/T. rex upper jaw halves seemed to connect loosely.

Grimlock was bundled with Slug, Slog, Snarl, and Strafe.

This set was initially released as aToys"R"Us exclusive in Canada in October 2015, followed by Singapore a month later (although it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular store there or not). Much later, it became available via the Australian Toys"R"Us website (but never found in stores). In the United States, it was initally only available online viaAmazon andBigBadToyStore before being found at discount chain Ross a year after its intial release in Canada.

Cyber Series

Me Grimlock having identity crisis!

• Grimlock (Cyber Battalion, 2015)

Part of the first wave ofGenerations: Cyber Series Cyber Battalion class figures, this Voyager-sized mold of Grimlock transforms from robot to dinosaur and back. The figure has a far greater range of articulation than many other Cyber Series figure to date. A small switch on the back of his beast-mode head moves his jaw up and down.

This version of Grimlock is a unique amalgamation of three versions of the character; the robot mode head, torso, and transformation scheme take cues from2015Robots in Disguise Grimlock, the coloration is borrowed fromthe toys of the live-action movie Grimlock, lastly the styling and (scientifically outdated) stance of the dinosaur mode resembles the classic G1 Grimlock look.

Like all of theCyber Series figures, Grimlock initially did not get distribution in the United States, but has been reported showing up in Asian markets and was also solicited to South America. Toy importers did stock this series in a limited capacity and they sold out quickly in 2015 and effectively disappeared at that time. The line was later distributed in larger quantities byWalgreens stores in parts of the United States.

Q-Transformers

Me Grimlock not cute!

• Grimlock (2016)
  • ID number:QTF-10

Q-Transformers Grimlock was to be a retool ofBumblebee with a new head, transforming from asuper deformed 2014 Camaro Concept to a cute little robot. This toy was intended to be released in March 2016 and was first listed alongside other Q-Transformers like Ratchet and Ironhide who did end up in stores, however Grimlock was ultimately cancelled.

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

Titans Return

Now me Grimlock can take any form me want! Tank, dragon, car, me Grimlock do it all!

• Clobber (Titan Master, 2016)
  • Accessories: Dragon/bird/gun accessory

• Known designers:John Warden (Hasbro)

Part of the second wave ofTitans ReturnTitan Masters, Clobber is a retool ofCrashbash and transforms from a robot into a head compatible with any Deluxe-or-larger figure in the line. Clobber features a new head piece based on Generation 1 Grimlock's animation model.Hasbro stated atBotCon 2016 that Clobberis Grimlock himself, leaving the reasons for his name unclear, but some kind of attempt to avoid confusion with the contemporaneousRobots in Disguisecharacter seems a likely explanation. Clobber features peg holes in his feet to allow him to stand on a variety ofTitans Return figures, and is packaged with a beast accessory with three modes: a dragon for Clobber to ride, aT. rex formed by combining with Clobber, or a 5mm-compatible gun for larger figures. His new face piece was molded in black plastic, rather than gunmetal. Clobber gives his larger partners super strength.

As with Crashbash, Clobber's instructions feature the same error for steps 6(5)-8(7).

The beast accessory released with Clobber also has more than a passing resemblance toSnarl'sDinobotAction Master partnerTyrannitron, though, whether this was an intentional nod or just pure coincidence, is yet to be seen.

This toy also doubles as the independentBeast Wars: Uprising characterClobber.

• More information onTitans Return Clobber at TFU.info

Legends

WHERE IS CLOB...no, WHERE ME GRIMLOCK'S BODY GO?

• Headmaster Set (2017-02-19)
  • ID Number:LG-EX

Released as a Wonder Festival 2017 exclusive, this Grimlock is a redeco of theTitans ReturnClobber head, featuring plastic color changes and extensive paint apps to resemble his appearance in the cartoon.

Grimlock is released along with "Chromedome",Gong, "Hardhead",Flywheel, and "Brainstorm".

Power of the Primes

Bandicoots! Me Grimlock can squash Bandicoots.

• Dinobot Grimlock (Voyager Class, 2018)
  • TakaraTomy ID number:PP-15
  • TakaraTomy release date:2018-06-30
  • Accessories: 2 Prime Armor/combiner feet,Dinobot Enigma

• Known designers:John Warden (Hasbro),Robby Musso (concept artist)

Power of the Primes "Dinobot Grimlock" transforms into a very Generation 1-inspired, wide-hipped roboticTyrannosaurus rex. He can combine with his fellow Dinobots to formVolcanicus and can attach anyCombiner Wars-style Deluxe Class figure. Like the other Dinobots in this subline, he features translucent plastic with gold paint on the inside to give him a 'layered' look reminiscent ofhis original toy. He also includes two pieces of Prime Armor that each can hold aPrime Master (and by extension, anEnigma orMatrix core) and attach to his forearms as battle claws. These also double as feet for Volcanicus. Like all the other Voyager Class figures, Grimlock includes an Enigma of Combination (dubbed theDinobot Enigma), based on a Prime Master, which can attach to him via the previously mentioned Prime Armor. In beast mode, he can carry an Enigma, Matrix core, or Prime Masterin his mouth, where Volcanicus's chest would be. If you're particularly creative, you could place a Matrix in his mouth.

In China, Grimlock was also released along with the other four Deluxe Dinobots as a gift-set, exclusive to Hasbro China's TianMao site.^[2]

Authentics

"She is learning where she fits on the food chain, and I'm not sure you want her to figure that out."

• Dinobot Grimlock (Alpha, 2018)
  • Accessories: Dinosaur head, "wing" assembly

Part of the first wave ofAuthentics Alpha Class figures, "Dinobot Grimlock" is a simplified Voyager-sized toy based on hisevergreen design. He transforms into a roboticT. rex in just seven steps. His "wings" and dinosaur head come detached in the packaging. Despite the figure's simple engineering, it features over 9 points of articulation. The fists have 5mm holes, though the toy itself comes with no weapons.

Me Grimlock's arms are flatter than a pancake!

• Dinobot Grimlock (Bravo, 2018)

Released in wave 2 ofAuthentics Bravo class figures, this version of Grimlock is basically a downscaled version of the 7-inch figure to the size of a Commander/Legends/Scout Class toy, and hisT. rex arms are permanently molded on his "wings"/dinosaur body. Grimlock's dinosaur head comes detached in the packaging. While the neck is painted gold unlike the 7-inch figure, the paint operations on Grimlock's robot torso, the robot legs, and theT. rex toes are omitted.

• Grimlock (Bravo, 2024)
  • Accessories: Blade/tail

Released in the seventh wave ofAuthentics "Bravo" figures, Grimlock transforms from robot toTyrannosaurus Rex in six steps. Unlike the previous Bravo figure, Grimlock has greatly reduced articulation and lacks individual legs as well as true hands, which merely sculpted details inside his beast mode feet. The tip of his tail can be attached only to his right "hand" as a bladed weapon.

Why me Grimlock's back hurt?

• Grimlock (Titan Changer, 2020)

Released in the second wave ofAuthentics Titan Changers, This Grimlock transforms from a thin robot into an oddly proportioned roboticT. rex. The alt mode photo is mistransformed: His legs/T-rex back is supposed to collapse down properly.

Generations Selects

Me Grimlock don't have pesky stickers anymore! Now spend $207 on me Grimlock!

• Volcanicus (Gift set,February 27, 2021)
  • Hasbro ID number:TT-GS11
  • Accessories: 2 guns, 2 swords, 2 "Magma Blades", 2 arm-mounted "Volca-Vulcan" cannons, twin 'stunner' laser rifle, 2 foot-plates, left & right fists

Generations Selects Grimlock is a redeco of his earlierPower of the Primes toy, but now with a cartoon-inspired deco, which includes his blue visor. He STILL doesn't have his "Energo Sword", but he can more than compensate by using the newly-molded guns or even one of the two "Magma Blades" (based on the sword Volcanicus wields inTransformers: Earth Wars, itself based on the one used byFall of CybertronGrimlock) that the set comes with.TakaraTomy Mall gives this figure thetitle "Dinobot Commander Grimlock".^[3]

The Magma Swords and Volca-Vulcan cannons can be plugged onto his dinosaur mode's back to create his "Wing Dragon Mode".

• Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack (Leader Class, 2022)

Generations Selects Grimlock is a non-transforming and immobileminifigure, barely 10mm tall, scaled to interact with the immenseWar for Cybertron Trilogy Unicron figure and its clear display base. This was one of a set of 14 minifigures in the "Unicron Companion Pack" that was included with the"reformatting" version of Galvatron. The set wasexclusive toHasbro Pulse.

Studio Series

Me Grimlock Hollywood star! (Also, where me sword go?)

Left:Stock renders of the toy.
Right:Hasbro stock photography depicting aprototype of the toy.

This mold tells the story of Hasbro's packaging choices over the 2020s.

• Grimlock & Autobot Wheelie (Leader Class,2021)

• Movie:The Transformers: The Movie
• Hasbro ID number:86-06
• TakaraTomy ID number:SS-64
• TakaraTomy release date:May 29, 2021
• Accessories:Autobot Wheelie, slingshot, Galaxial rocket launcher, "Mockery of Justice" backdrop
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro),Shogo Hasui (TakaraTomy),Mario Carreiro,Christina Murphy andAmy Bence (packaging),^[4]Marcelo Matere (packaging artist)

Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary ofThe Transformers: The Movie,Studio Series Grimlock is inspired by theMasterpiece figure, which hybridized the look of his appearance in theGeneration 1 cartoon and hisoriginal 1985 toy, while sporting multiple aesthetic details unique to theMasterpiece toy. His blaster stores on his dino-mode back thanks to a pair of small tabs on the weapon. It can also be attached to hisT. rex arms using the slot on the top of the blaster. Strangely, he is missing all of his front dino teeth.

Grimlock has a number of design elements shared with the concurrently-runningWar for Cybertron Trilogy (which have continued to feature in the followup lineTransformers: Legacy). The figure was designed with the Trilogy's concerns for cartoon-based scale in mind, making him the tallest Leader Class figure in the format at the time. On top of that, he has numerous5 mm post-holes all over his body, making him compatible withC.O.M.B.A.T. System toys. He also hasFire Blast effect posts on the ends of his blaster's barrels and on the inside of his dino-mouth so he can properly spew plastic flame, though the size of the blast effects that can be used are limited by the peg being placed rather high vertically within said mouth.

He also comes with a semi-posable, non-transformable figure ofWheelie, designed to ride the Dinobot in both modes. In dino mode, small posts at the base of Grimlock's neck slot into grooves in Wheelie's ankles, securing the little Autobot in place. In robot mode, holes in Grimlock's shoulders match up with a peg on the back of Wheelie's left thigh, letting him sit there securely.

Grimlock's colors were subject to multiple changes during development (see right). Physical samples were not shown on theOctober 16thFan First Friday due to in-progress color changes byTakaraTomy. The original renders shown at the time had yellow parts, a clear chest panel, and an opaque dino neck, evoking the Generation 1 cartoon model.Hasbro stock photography somewhat reflected this, but the dino neck was made translucent-yellow instead to reveal inner details, much like theGeneration 1 toy. In the end, the final toy (used in TakaraTomy stock photography) featured gold paint instead of yellow, a translucent-black chest panel instead of clear (both of which closer evoke the original toy), and an opaque gold dino neck. The neck halves are still molded in the same translucent-black plastic used on his chest panel, meaning one could remove the gold paint from the parts to restore the more toy-accurate look.

Like the otherStudio Series toys, the interior of the package forms a diorama display for the figure. In this case, it is the Dinobots' famous (ahem)self-invited entrance atHot Rod andKup's execution.

A sword intended for use with this mold, based on the original toy's, was eventually included withStudio SeriesSwoop.

According to TakaraTomy designerShogo Hasui, the alternate head created with this mold was that of fellow DinobotSludge; as the onlyStudio Series Dinobots initially assured for release were Grimlock andSlag, the alternate head gave them an option for a "better than nothing" retool.^[5] When Sludge turned out to gethis own dedicated toy, the alt head for Grimlock found a different use, explained below.

Grimlock was redecoed intoShattered Glass CollectionGrimlock,Toxitron Collection G2 Universe Grimlock (below),Generations Comic Edition Grimlock (also below),Age of the Primes G2 Universe Grimlock (once again below), and retooled with the alternate head intoSynergenexMegatron Type Godzilla. It wasalmost going to be retooled as aLegacy release ofDeathsaurus until the success of hisnemesis'HasLab campaign prompted the Decepticon Emperor of Destruction to be moved to be anotherHaslab funded project.

Grimlock and Wheelie werereissued in the thirdStudio Series Leader Class wave of2025. The packaging did not come with the diorama of the original release.

War for Cybertron: Kingdom

Me Grimlock HATE gold plastic and dalmatian spots!

• Autobot Mirage & Maximal Grimlock (2-pack,2021)
  • Hasbro ID number:WFC-K40
  • TakaraTomy ID number:KD EX-13
  • TakaraTomy release date:January 29,2022
  • Accessories:Cyber slash tail weapon, sword

• Known designers:AJ Piejko-Brown (packaging)

Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary ofBeast Wars,Kingdom "Maximal Grimlock" is a retool ofDinobot from the same line, transforming from a robot mode based on Dinobot'sBeast Wars cartoon appearance into aJurassic Park-accurateVelociraptor in 28 steps. Grimlock features a new head based directly on Grimlock's (and therefore, Dinobot's) originalBeast Wars figure. Grimlock's hands have a5 mm port that can hold both his weapons and can close to hold objects. He also has 5 mm ports under his heels and one under his back-kibble. His tail can detach and split into two components: his Cyber Slash tail weapon, and his sword. If one chooses to, the 5 mm port on the hand or the hand's swivel joint can allow the Cyber Slash weapon to spin in his hand. The sword's tip is molded with the same texture as Grimlock's skin, presumably to better blend in as the tail tip in beast mode. Due to the Cyber Slash weapon connection, the sword cannot be held by other Transformers toys with traditional 5 mm port hands. The Cyber Slash weapon can store in robot mode by attaching to the same port as beast mode.

Oddly for a modernGenerations figure, Grimlock'sVelociraptor mode features a deco that strays from the originalBeast Wars toy andDinobotsGrimlock's decoes and includes some particularly odd choices like leaving the fake "eyes" on the chest unpainted, but painting exactlyhalf the knee section white, despite that portion being mostly concealed in beast mode.

And in what can be considered a surprise, Grimlock is mentioned in Hasbro's official description for the figure to be inspired by the character's appearance inBeast Wars: Uprising!^[6] Even though hisBeast Upgrade appearance was never shown.

The nylon plastic used for Grimlock's shoulder joints, thigh joints, and forearms has been reported to yellow quickly over time.

Revealed on#TransformersTuesday, Grimlock was released withAutobot Mirage as a part of the "Battle Across Time Collection". Though similar to theSiege "Final Strike Figure Series", being exclusive multi-packs with package art that combines into a larger piece, the "Battle Across Time Collection" label is printed on the box. The two-pack is exclusive toAmazon andHasbro Pulse in the US, and in the UK on Hasbro Pulse and several online retailers. Initially set for aJanuary 29,2022 release by TakaraTomy, the 2-pack was delayed to March 2022.

Classic Heroes Team

Me Grimlock feeling cute, might delete later!

• Grimlock (All Star Rescan,2022)

• Known designers:Marcelo Matere (packaging artist)

Classic Heroes Team Grimlock is aRescue Bots-style Rescan figure, featuring a simple conversion from robot mode toTyrannosaurus rex.

Legacy

Me Grimlock no want to be crummy leg, me want to be the head!

• Grimlock (Core Class,2023)

• 3 of 6:Volcanicus
• TakaraTomy ID number:TL-31
• TakaraTomy release date:August 26, 2023
• Accessories: Tail gun
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro),Shuhei Umezu andShogo Hasui (TakaraTomy)^[7]

Part of the second wave ofLegacy: Evolution Core Class toys, Grimlock is a miniature version of the famous Dinobot leader, converting into a blockyTyrannosaurus rex. Part of his beast mode tail detaches to become a twin-barrelled gun in robot mode. Grimlock also forms the left leg for Volcanicus, the first combiner released within the Core Class scale. He's probably disappointed at not forming the torso... Similar to howGoryu is the leader of theDinoforce, but only forms the left leg ofDinoking. Hmmm... Like Snarl, the underside of Grimlock's crotch features an H-shaped-ish port, most likely used for a foot panel like Monstructor/Dinoking does.

Due to being connected with the frame that holds the dino body/arms and head, the combiner knee joint may cause it to bend up due to how (slightly) tight the construction is. While Grimlock's combiner peg can be attached to either of the thighs, he isonly designed to attach to the left side, given the joint's placement, and the cavity on Grimlock's left robot foot providing clearance on the gestalt's thigh panels (the left half of Sludge's robot legs/rear tail).

His stock photography is mistransformed, the legs can flip around to form a better-looking tail, reducing the amount of kibble hanging off his back section.

• Designer commentary onLegacy Grimlock from Evan Brooks

Me Grimlock a hideously deformed creature of superhuman size and strength!

• G2 Universe Grimlock (Leader Class, 2023)

• Accessories: Double-barreled blaster
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro)^[8]

Toxitron Collection "G2 Universe Grimlock" is a redeco ofStudio Series Grimlock, now featuring an eye-searing "tropical" striped color scheme. In keeping with the theme of the other members of thisWalmart-exclusive collection, its colors are based off a redeco that had been proposed for theGeneration 2 toyline but was ultimately never realized (seeNotes).

This version of the mold leaves the translucent plastic on his dino mode neck unpainted, revealing some previously-unseen mechanical detailing, keeping the deco even more in-line with the original toy. It also lacks aWheelie figure, which is a pity because wereally wanna know how that would have shaken out.

Robosen Collector's Edition

• Grimlock Auto-Converting Robot (2023)
  • Accessories: carrying case, galaxial rocket launcher, energon sword, crown, wall charger, USB-C to USB 2.0 cable,collector coin

The third entry inRobosen's series of G1-styleTransformers robots, this Grimlock is a highly-interactive, programmable transforming robot. Made with 85 microchips, 37 servo motors, and a 6-axis IMU, and capable of speaking over 150 voicelines (all newly-recorded byGregg Berger), Grimlock straddles the line between "toy" and "high-end showroom electronics" like the other Robosen robots... though itdefinitely leans more towards the latter, given that Robosen not only touts Grimlock as "The World's First Dual-form, Bipedal Walking Robot," but his regular asking price is also an absurd$1700. Using either voice commands or a companion iOS/Android bluetooth app interface, users can control Grimlock's movements by either using pre-programmed commands or creating movement routines of their own. From an aesthetic perspective, on the other hand, this Grimlock is essentially a 15" tall upscale of his Masterpiece figure, down to various sculpted details that were seemingly recreated 1:1.

Grimlock is primarily powered by an internal lithium ionbattery, charged via a USB-C connection. Based onOptimus Prime, the LEDs for Grimlock's Galaxial Rocket Launcher and "energon sword" are likely powered by a replaceable CR 1220 3V battery.

Like Optimus Prime before him, the voice command that triggers Grimlock's transformation is officially "convert", but "transform" works just the same. All told, Grimlock has 42 built-in voice commands he can respond to, from simple movement commands like turning left or right to actions like leaning forward and roaring in dino mode. Carried over from Robosen'sBumblebee is "mini-theater" mode, a selection of longer pre-programmed action sequences with matching sounds, with sequences featuring Grimlock either by himself or with other Robosen G1 robots available to pick from. Considering that Robosen continually rolled out new commands and firmware updates for Optimus Prime for months after his release with no clear end date, Grimlock will more than likely receive additional commands for some time after his release.

37 servo motors is definitely alot, but that effort was more so put into ensuring Grimlock can transform and remain balanced while doing so – compared to contemporary 1st-party figures costingover a thousand dollars less, Grimlock's robot mode lacks basic neck and wrist rotation, and his legs are incapable of rotating such that his feet can point any direction other than straight forward. Dino mode likewise has a notable sacrifice: while hisT. rex neck can rotate a bit to the left or right and his head can look up and down, this comes at the cost of no arm articulation whatsoever.

When asked to turn right or left in robot mode, Grimlock is not able to perform that action in two or three normal steps with ankle and hip rotation like a human would. He lacks any leg joints that rotate around a vertical axis, so for him to rotate his body to the right, he must perform a startling stutter shuffle move. He pushes one foot out slightly forward, the other foot slightly backward, and maintains that orientation while rapidly sliding his legs together and apart more than once per second until the asymmetrical rapid sliding friction of his feet against the floor eventually scoots him into facing a different direction. This movement can wear out the paint on his inner soles pretty fast, even on smoother surfaces.

Sadly, Grimlock shares the same inability to stand in robot mode without power as Optimus Prime – when turned off, Grimlock will lean forward and rest his robot arms and legs on the ground. Dino mode fares better, as hewill stay standing up when he's powered off... but as his joints have now gone limp, he's liable to tip or slouch at the slightest bit of disturbance, so if you do decide to put him on display in this mode, make sure he's somewherevery stable.

Grimlock's pre-programmed animation set assumes his rocket launcher is in his right hand and his sword in his left. There aren't any sensors to detect whether they and/or the crown are in place, so it's best to avoid, say,transforming converting Grimlock while they're in place. On a lighter note, Grimlock is capable of wearing the crown in both modes, meaning it no matter whether he robot or dino – Grimlock always king!

The app-controlled motion programming interface is extremely complex. The position of each joint at each step in an animation can be dictated either with numerical parameters, or by sensing the positions of the joints on the toy during programming. Many poses can be strung together to form long action sequences. The app uses long gamified sequences of tutorials to teach programming techniques and unlock more sound clips for use in more animations. Despite that available complexity though, there are some actions used by official animations that cannot be performed in customized sequences (if Optimus Prime is anything to go by, at least), such as a head nod or a full mode conversion.

Given this piece's fragility, complexity, and high cost, it is appropriate that it is packaged in a heavy duty foam-padded carrying case, complete with clasps and a handle. But the case can't protect from paint wear issues that arise quickly via actual use. Grimlock's knuckles and feet will almost certainly instantly get severe scrape marks if he transforms on a rough surface like concrete, but even smooth unvarnished wood can wear the gloss off the paint before long. Even soft carpeting might not be safe, as some users of Optimus Prime have reported toppling issues due to a lack of traction. Grimlockis designed to be more stable thanks to his IMU, but heed caution all the same.

Grimlock was revealed onHasbro Pulse on July 19, 2023, with orders set to ship out from both Pulse and Robosen's own online store in late Fall 2023. When revealed, Grimlock was made available at a special introductory price of $1500 which lasted until September 30.

Generations Comic Edition

"Me Grimlock going to join the Blue Man Group!"

• Grimlock (2024)

• Accessories: Double-barreled blaster, 3 swords,crown
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro),Shogo Hasui (TakaraTomy),Amy Bence andMarcelo Matere (packaging art),Matthew Cohen (photography)^[9][10][11]

Generations Comic Edition Grimlock is a redeco oftheStudio Series figure, now colored to depict his appearance in theoriginalTransformers comic published byMarvel Comics. The figure comes in a display box featuring the cover of "Repeat Performance!." Grimlock includeshis crown from the comic, as well as a set of three swords. One sword is based on Grimlock's original toy sword, and incorporates the chipped blade which onlyJosé Delbo drew. (Of note, this sword is a completely different tooling than the sword intended forStudio Series Grimlock that is available withStudio Series Swoop. It's considerably smaller and has different detailing, and then of course there's the chipped blade.) The other two swords are intended for theStudio Series releases ofDinobot Sludge andDinobot Slug, who do not come with swords.

In an undocumented (and unintentional) feature, the crown can be stored securely in dino-mode by placing it inside the tail strategically oriented between the blue inner shin struts.

When placed next to the rest of theComic Edition assortment, the art on the side of the figures' boxes will form a small mural byMarcelo Matere of the characters brawling.

Age of the Primes

Oh great, he back. Me Grimlock thought me was rid of him for good! (And where me sword go off to now?)

• G2 Universe Grimlock / Autobot Wheelie (Leader Class,2025)

• TakaraTomy name:Grimlock (G2 Universe) & Wheelie (グリムロック (G2ユニバース) ＆ウィーリー)
• TakaraTomy ID number:AOTP-09
• TakaraTomy release date:2025August 30
• Accessories: double-barreled blaster
• Known designers:Mark Maher (Hasbro),^[12]Yūya Ōnishi (TakaraTomy)^[13]

Yet another redeco of hisStudio Series toy,Age of the Primes "G2 Universe Grimlock" is colored in homage to the blue variant ofGeneration 2 Grimlock, complete with a big "AUTOBOT" tampograph on the tail. Grimlock'sStudio Series partnerWheelie is also included in this release, now decoed like his depiction in "The Story of Wheelie, the Wild Boy of Quintesson".

Swapticons

• Dinobot Snarl / Grimlock (Two-pack,2025)

• Swapticons number:3

Part of the second wave ofSwapticons two-packs, Grimlock transforms into the front half of a roboticTyrannosaurus. Using a coupling mechanism with the head, he can be combined with the packed inDinobot Snarl to form a half-Tyrannosaurus-half-Stegosaurus, though it's compatible with every other figure in the line for a multitude of combinations. He features articulation at his shoulders.

Merchandise

Decoy

• Grimlock (Decoy, 1986)
  • Decoy ID number:

Coming packaged at random on cardedTransformers toys during 1986,Decoy Grimlock is a red soft-rubber figure depicting him in his robot mode.

• More information on Decoy Grimlock at TFU.info

Collegeville Costumes

• Grimlock (1993)

Grimlock was one of two characters released byCollegeville Costumes for their line ofTransformers: Generation 2Halloween costumes. This costume consists of a plastic smock decorated with the details of Grimlock's blue G2 body, as well as having his name and the G2 logo on it. It also came with a thin plastic mask held on by elastic. In all cases found it included anOptimus Prime mask instead of one based on Grimlock. Due to the rarity of this costume today, it's unknown if a Grimlock mask was actually released or not.

Super Collection Figure

Me Grimlock see dead people.

• Grimlock (March 2001)
  • Act:2
  • Accessories: Brainwave Transfer Device, stand

A three-inch-tallPVC figurine of Grimlock's dinosaur mode was available in the second wave ofTakara'sSuper Collection Figure line. Like all the figures in the wave, it was available as both a standard full-color figure and a clear plastic version, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelveblindpacked figures.

He comes with theBrainwave Transfer Device^[14] seen in the cartoon episode "Grimlock's New Brain", which...can sit on his head, but it's not a great fit and falls off at the slightest provocation, especially if you keep the hose attached. Speaking of, in the color version of the figure, the post on top of the helmet may be painted over, making it too thick to fit into thevery small hole in the hose.

• More information onSuper Collection Figure Grimlock at TFU.info
• More information on clear Grimlock at TFU.info

• Grimlock (September 2001)
  • Act:4
  • Accessories: Brainwave Transfer Device, stand

The Grimlock PVC was re-released in the fourth act of the "Super Collection Figure" series, this time painted over entirely in metallics, with more toy-like gold replacing the yellow. He was available only as a rare "Secret Figure", packed at apresumed ratio of one in every ten cases. (This ratio was given for Secret Figures in later Acts, and it seems unlikely it would change.)

It is unknown if he replaced a random figure in the lucky case, or was a consistent replacement for a specific one.

Heroes of Cybertron

Me Grimlock join Mechs Without Hats.

• Grimlock (2003)

Part of the third wave ofHeroes of Cybertron, this version of theSuper Collection Figure Grimlock mold was cast in translucent blue plastic and painted over, leaving his eyes and a stripe on the top of his head unpainted to attempt alight-piping gimmick. This version lacks the Brainwave Transfer Device from the Japanese release, which, let's be honest, was probably for the best.

This toy was sold on a blister card rather than blindpacked, and a collector card of the character was included instead of the stand.

Hard Hero

ME GRIMLOCK DEMAND TO KNOW WHERE ME GRIMLOCK'S LEGS ARE!

• Grimlock (2003)

Hard Hero's Grimlock is a 6.5 inches tall cold-cast porcelain bust, sculpted after his cartoon appearance (complete with blue eyes) and holding a white energo-sword in his right hand. The bust was limited to 2500 pieces, with an additional 100 being specially signed by sculptorJason Ray. Grimlock was number 9 in Hard Hero's main series ofTransformers busts.

MyClone

• Grimlock (Takara, 2003)
  • ID number:MTF015
  • Accessories: Grey display stand

• Known designers:Kazutami Abiko (TakaraTomy)

Released in the second wave of theMyClone line of Transformers PVC figures, thissuper deformed Grimlock comes with a hexagonal grey display stand, which can link up with the identical stands included with otherMyClone figures. His modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any otherMyClone figure, though he stands out as rather unique about the Transformers MyClones, as he's the only one in alternate mode.

Generation 1 Figure-Collection

Me Grimlock in black-and-white movie...me feel likeGodzilla!

• Grimlock (2003)
  • ID number:C-5
  • Accessories: Display base

At only one inch in height, this Grimlock "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's TransformersGeneration 1 Figure-Collection. The figure was rendered in a "retro" black and white color scheme, and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.

• More information on the Generation 1 collection at Autobase Aichi

Titanium Series

Me Grimlock say boogie down!!

• Grimlock (3" Robot Masters, 2006)
  • Accessories: Gun, sword, Autobot stand

Titanium Series Grimlock is a non-transforming, three inch die-cast metal figurine based on his toy and comic/cartoon model. He has very limited articulation, in his neck, waist and shoulders. Grimlock is posed squatting and/or dancing.

• More information onTitanium Robot Masters Grimlock at TFU.info

• Grimlock (unreleased)

• Accessories: Autobot stand?

The finalTitanium Series catalogue listed a number of "Micro Figures" intended for release, though many of them never saw the light of day. Right at the end of the checklist, after a number of current and (supposedly) upcoming 3" Robot Master toys, was Grimlock's name, with no further information or disambiguation. Was he to be a repaint? A newWar Within orAlternators mold? Or was his name just a typographical error? This is just one of life's great mysteries.

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

Attacktix

Me Grimlock can't move.Seemtohappena lot.

• Grimlock (Booster, 2007)

Attacktix Grimlock is depicted in hisTyrannosarus mode, and has a sculpt based heavily upon his original G1 toy. Pressing down on his back will cause his head to extend and presumably hit whatever he's facing.

Game over. This Attacktix item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Transformers - Mini Bust

When me Grimlock get legs back, you inBIG TROUBLE!

• Grimlock (Diamond Select, 2007)

A mini-bust of Grimlock based on his appearance in the cartoon was released by Diamond Select in 2007. The figure includes the upper body of Grimlock, wielding his energo-sword, acting as if rushing into the battlefield. There is the head of his beast mode sculpted into the base of the statue.

• War Within Grimlock (Diamond Select, 2007)

Me Grimlock say no fun to be exclusive all of time.

War Within Grimlock was an Action Figure Xpress exclusive at the 2007San Diego Comic-Con. He was sculpted by Chris Lee of Art Asylum and limited to 600 pieces. The sculpt features Grimlock holding his flaming sword. The front of his vehicle mode is sculpted onto the base of the bust.

Robot Heroes

Me Gwimwock no cutie, me king!

• Grimlock & Shockwave (Two-pack, 2007)

• Known designers:Bill Rawley (Hasbro),Marcelo Matere (concept artist)

Packed withShockwave,Robot Heroes Grimlock is a detailed two-inch tall soft-plastic figurine with exaggerated, cartoonish proportions and an amusing "raised eyebrow" look on his face. He is sculpted holding his sword in his right hand. He has swivel joints at his shoulders and neck. He brings cuddly wuddly death.

• More information onRobot Heroes Grimlock at TFU.info

• Grimlock (Single-pack, 2008)

In some countries outside of North America, Grimlock was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.

3D Battle-Card Game

A head to match his ego.

• Grimlock (2007)

A 48-point "rare" character in the3D Battle-Card Game's "Energon Wars" expansion, Grimlock "transforms" into a gray vague approximation of aT. rex. He uses the same parts layout asMegatron andCruellock.

Sota Toys

• Transformers Chess Set (2007)

Two identical Grimlock pieces in dino mode were to be the Autobot-side Knights on achess set based on Generation 1, but the set apparently never saw release.

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

Mighty Muggs

Me Grimlock am huuge hit with lady-bots!

• Grimlock (2009)
  • Accessories: Energo-sword

Thissuper deformed, non-transformable PVC figure uses the standardMighty Muggs body template, with swivel joints in Grimlock's neck and arms. He comes with a similarly super-deformed version of his trademark energo-sword.

Me Grimlock not appreciate recurring head trauma.

• Grimlock (2019)
  • ID number:07

Influenced by hisevergreen design, this new Grimlock is part of the second wave of the line's 2018 relaunch. Gently push his precious little head to access one of three different faces: irritable, impatient, and incensed.

Titan Warriors

• Titan Warrior 5-Pack (2013)

Available atSan Diego Comic-Con 2013, this Grimlock is a 6" PVCTitan Warrior figure (similar to Bandai'sUltra/Sentai/Rider Hero, Movie Monster Series) with articulated arms. He was packed withOptimus Prime,Megatron,Starscream andSoundwave. Unlike the other four, Grimlock never received an individual release.

The Loyal Subjects

• Grimlock (2013)

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• Grimlock w/ Dino Head (2014)

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• 5.5" Grimlock (2014)

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• 5.5" Grimlock w/ Dino Accessories (2014)

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• Cybertron Edition 2-Pack (2014)

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EX Gōkin

• Grimlock (2014)
  • Accessories: Two fists, two open hands, two gripping hands, energo-sword, stunner laser, galaxial rocket launcher, alternate head, display stand

A 7-inch tall non-transforming Grimlock action figure was produced byArt Storm as part of theirEX Gōkin Transformers Series line. He comes with a number of extra hands as well as the energo-sword, double-barreled rifle and (non-firing) rocket launcher of the original toy. While his mold and paint details are heavily based on the original Generation 1 Grimlock toy, his proportions are cartoon-based and he includes an alternate blue-eyed headsculpt based on hisearly cartoon head.

• More information onEX Gōkin Grimlock at Art Storm's official site

Thrilling 30

• Grimlock (Collectible Figurine, 2014)
  • Series / Number:2 / #19
  • Accessories: Collector's base

A super-deformed Grimlock was released among the blindpackedThrilling 30 Collectible Figurines byGoldie Marketing. He comes with a base to help him stand, a collector's card that doubles as a puzzle piece, and a checklist.

• Collectible Figurines (5-pack, 2014)
  • Series:2
  • Accessories: 5 collector's bases

The same Grimlock figurine was also available in a 5-pack alongsideBumblebee,Shockwave,Ultra Magnus andRodimus.

Tiny Titans

Me Grimlock say don't eat yellow lightsaber!

• Grimlock (Tiny Titans, 2016)
  • Series:6
  • Number:10/12

Part of the sixth and final assortment ofTiny Titansblindpacks, this version of Grimlock is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode.

He includes a collectible card that renders him in the2015Robots in Disguise styling. The card includes a scan-badge for theRobots in Disguise mobile game, which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.

Magic: The Gathering

"Tap for mana?" Me Grimlock no just tap, me smash!

• Grimlock, Dinobot Leader / Grimlock, Ferocious King (Hasbro andWizards, 2017)

AHasCon 2017 exclusive, this trading card was released as part of the "2017Magic: The Gathering HasCon Collection" three-card promo set, alongside "Nerf War" and "Sword of Dungeons & Dragons" cards. The card is reversible, depicting Grimlock in robot mode on one side ("Dinobot Leader") and his alternate mode on the other ("Ferocious King"), with each side having different stats and abilities. Each side of the card's flavor text features a different Grimlock quote: one fromThe Transformers: The Movie, and one from "Grimlock's New Brain". The card bears a silver border, indicating it is illegal to use in officialMagic tournament play. Notably, unlike many similar cards, Grimlock doesn't "transform" to its other face, and instead is worded to "become" it, probably due for the sake oftrademark.

Kidrobot

Enamel Pin Series

• Grimlock (November 3,2017)

• Rarity: 1 in 20

Released byKidrobot in their Enamel Pin Series, this is a flat, enamel pin badge of Grimlock inspired by the art ofTom Scioli'sTransformers vs. G.I. Joe, albeit withcutesy proportions. Unlike the rest of the characters in the series, Grimlock is depicted in dino mode! The pin series wasblindboxed, with some pins being rarer than others.

• Grimlock Blue Metallic (November 3,2017)

• Rarity: 1 in 80

And speaking of which, achase pin of Grimlock was available, decoed in metallic blue. This deco doesn't seem to be from the comic.

Vinyl Mini Series

• Grimlock (November 14,2017)

• Rarity: 2 in 24

The same character design was reused for the Vinyl Mini Series, with Grimlock receiving a three-inch tall, blindboxed figurine retaining the vibrant colours and exaggerated proportions. Grimlock featured articulation in his tiny little dino shoulders.

Someone at Kidrobot must really like Grimlock.

• Grimlock Blue Metallic (November 14,2017)

• Rarity: 1 in 96

Grimlock received another chase figure in the Vinyl Mini Series, again in metallic blue.

...or maybe not.

• Megatron (November 14,2017)

• Rarity: 2 in 24

The Vinyl Mini Series figure for Megatron includes Grimlock's severed head as a handheld accessory, as seen in the issue "Everybody Hates Metroplex". The head is much smaller than the head of Grimlock's own mini figure.

Medium Figure Series

• Megatron (November 14,2017)

• Accessories: Grimlock's head

Megatron was scaled up to seven inches for the Medium Figure Series, and his decapitated Grimlock head accessory followed suit.

• Megatron (November 14,2017)

• Accessories: Grimlock's head

Released at the same time as the standard version, this variant of Megatron was limited to 200 pieces and exclusive to the Kidrobot online store. Megatron is now decoed in a lighter grey, as was Grimlock's head.

Vinyl Keychain Series

• Grimlock Blue Metallic (December 1,2017)

• Rarity: 1 in 24

Grimlock was also released as part of the once again blindboxed Vinyl Keychain Series, now standing at about one to two inches. He included a keychain molded into his head and, due to his small scale, did not feature any articulation. Yet again he was a metallic blue chase figure... but this time, there was no regular grey Grimlock keychain!

Bouncing Ball Heads

• Grimlock (2017)

"Bouncing Ball Head" Grimlock is a small, super deformed figurine with a removable head that doubles as a bouncy ball. Despite having a completely round head and a somewhat humanoid body shared by all figurines in this collection, Grimlock's tampographed face is based on a front view of his dino mode head, resulting in a very unsettling appearance. An Autobot logo is tampographed on the back of his head and his name is written under his feet.

He is (apparently) available in both gacha-style machines and in an 8-pack with the whole collection, and comes inside a spherical capsule with a unique dark gray color.

Despite clearly representing Generation 1 characters, the collection is advertised as a 2015Robots in Disguise product.

Transformers Trading Card Game

Me Grimlock do splash damage.

• Grimlock, Dinobot Leader (2018)
  • Wave 1
  • Rarity:RT
  • Card Number:T21/T40
  • Stars:10

Grimlock, Dinobot Leader is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of theTransformers Trading Card Game.

The artwork on the card is reused from theTransformers Legends mobile card game.

Me Grimlock not competitively viable!

• Grimlock, Powerful Commander (2019)
  • Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners
  • Rarity:RT
  • Card Number:T27/T46
  • Stars:9

Grimlock, Powerful Commander was released as part of theTransformers Trading Card Game Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners. Like all other members ofcombiner teams released in the set, Grimlock, Powerful Commander is a folding card, with the Bot and Alt modes being depicted when the card is folded in half, and a holofoil portion of the the combined mode depicted when unfolded. The reverse of Grimlock, Powerful Commander depictsVolcanicus' head and torso, which is formed by Grimlock in the artwork.

The artwork for Bot and Alt Mode is reused from theTransformers Legends mobile game.

Grimlock, Powerful Commander can be used to form Volcanicus, Fiery Champion with the use of the Action cardDinobot Enigma while he and the other Wave 2 Dinobots are in Bot mode on the battlefield or KO area.

• Clobber (2020)
  • Wave 5: Titan Masters Attack
  • Rarity:RT
  • Card Number:T15/T46
  • Stars:4

This card's set was originally set for an April 2020 release, however due to the global COVID-19 pandemic the release was pushed back to May 29, 2020.

He is the only Titan Master in the game with 3 traits, due to being a Dinobot.

Keshi Surprise

• Autobots (2018)

TheKeshi Surprise series bySuper7 consisted of 1.75" soft rubber figures in a style deliberately resembling the 1980sDecoys. Theseblind-packed figures were sold individually or in cases depicting only their faction. Grimlock (in his dino mode) was available in red, yellow, blue, and purple, and included a foil trading card / sticker.

Imaginarium Art

"Me Grimlock want to munchmetal polystone!"

• Grimlock (2018)

This 20-inch-tall statue set depicts Grimlock in his dinosaur mode and a slingshot-wielding Wheelie as they face off against fiveSharkticons. Only 150 were produced, with an MSRP of $2,100.

McDonald's

• Grimlock (Happy Meal Toy, 2018)

Released as part of theMcDonald's June 2018 Happy Meal Toys along withMy Little Pony, Grimlock is a stubby,super deformed little dino with fire coming out of his mouth. He has a light-upgimmick where pressing theAutobotinsignia on his back lights up his eyes and the fire effect.

This toy was rereleased in the US asGrimlock for theBumblebee promotion.

ReAction

• Grimlock (2020)

• Accessories Energo Sword, Twin Laser Rifle

Released in the first wave ofSuper7's line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures,ReAction Grimlock is a non-converting 3 3/4-inch action figure based on his appearance in the original cartoon, with five points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips) and holes in his feet for use with some variety of stand. Unlike most figures in the line, he comes with two accessories instead of just one, and both of this hands can hold an accessory.

As with all releases in theReAction toyline, Grimlock comes packaged on a small cardback that emulates the nostalgic packaging style ofKenner'sStar Wars action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.

• Grimlock (2022)

This depiction of Grimlock, released in the fifth wave of theReAction line, has him in his dinosaur mode, taking up a significantly larger chunk of cardback real estate and requiring a much deeper bubble.

It retains the "five points of articulation" theme, as this figure lacks neck articulation, but instead has a jointed jaw for talky-talky or bitey-bitey action, which we can all agree is awesome.Jawsome, if you will. We'll give you props for that, Super7.

• Grimlock G2 (2022)

Thisredeco of the above dino-mode Grimlock figure is now redone in rich blue, to match hisGeneration 2 toy color scheme (well, his most well-known and well-distributed color scheme of the three he had, anyway). However, he still has the original Autobot faction symbol on his chest rather than theGeneration 2 version, which isn'tnot accurate to the original toy really, but still. Boo.

He was released as part of the fifth round ofTarget-exclusiveReAction figures, alongside the similarly-toy-based "Galvatron G1" figure.

• Grimlock (Metallic) (2024)

This redeco of dino-mode Grimlock featured metallic paint and was packaged in a G1-styled box with the original G1character art. It was released forSan Diego Comic-Con 2024, with leftover stock being available on the Super7 website the following week.

• Grimlock (Metallic) (2024)

Dino-mode Grimlock was reissued with a metallic paintscheme... again... in wave eight, now on the standardReAction style cardback.

Figural Bag Clip

• Grimlock (2020)

Released by Monogram, this 2.5" 3D foam bag clip takes the form of a chibi dino mode Grimlock running towards you.

It was available only as part of amystery blind bag collection.

• Grimlock Alt. mode (2020)

A second bag clip was also released, this time based on Grimlock's evergreen robot mode.

It was one of two "chase" figures in the collection.

Mondo

• Grimlock Tiki Mug (2021)

Released by Mondo, this tiki mug in the form of Grimlock's dinosaur mode is roughly 6.5 inches high and holds up to 18 oz of your favorite drink.

The mug is handmade and its design was co-created byKen Christiansen.

Pop!

Nice.

• Grimlock (2021)
  • ID number:69

Released as part of thePop! Retro Toys segment and exclusive to both GameStop and the Emerald City Comic Con 2021,Funko'sPop! Grimlock is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 toy.

• Grimlock (DigitalPop!, 2022)
  • Rarity:
    • Monochrome:Common
    • Static:Common
    • Glowing:Uncommon
    • Chrome:Rare
    • Original:Epic

NFTs depicting Grimlock in the Funko style.

• Freddy Funko as Grimlock (2024)
  • Rarity:Royalty
  • ID number:268

Part of the second wave of thePop! Digital segment, this regular-sized vinyl figure portraysFreddy Funko cosplaying as Grimlock. The body is also based on Grimlock's original toy, while the head incorporates Freddy's face to Grimlock's helmet.

This figure also features a metallic finish and is limited to 2600 units and can only be acquired by collecting and redeeming digital tokens.

Forever Clever

• Clip Charms Grimlock (2024)

Released in blind bags,Clip Charms features a keychain of Grimlock's dinosaur face with RAW POWER written above.

• Key Blasters (2024)

A toy car released as part of theKey Blasters series features Grimlock on its side and DINO MIGHT written on the hood. A key is included. When it is inserted into the car, pushing the button on the key will propel the car forward. It was sold in a two-pack with aMegatron themed car.

Squeezelings

• Grimlock (Series 2, 2023)

Squeezelings Grimlock is a non-posable figure made of soft plastic, released byForever Clever. He was released inblind bags, or in a blister pack on his own.

ULTIMATES!

• Grimlock (ULTIMATES!, 2023)
  • Accessories:Wheelie figure, mind transfer helmet, apron, serving tray, 6 drinking glasses, fish, crown, 6 sets of dino forelimb claws

Part of the second wave ofTransformers ULTIMATES! fromSuper7, Grimlock is a 9-inch-tall non-transforming representation of his dinosaur mode. He includes a non-transforming Wheelie figure to ride him, and also representations of many of the accessories that were also included with theMasterpiece Grimlock toy above, including his serving tray with drinking glasses, a soft cloth waiter apron, the mind transfer helmet, and a crown. Never-before-seen accessories include 6 different interchangeable dinosaur "hands," and the fish that he held in "Grimlock's New Brain."

Preorders for Grimlock (and the rest of Wave 2) opened onJuly 29 2021, and closed onAugust 27, with the toys slated for shipping in summer 2022... a vague date Super7 missed by a full year.

Zōteki

• Grimlock (2021)
  • ID number:029

A collaboration betweenHasbro and statue/replica brandJazware,The Transformers was added as a part of theZōteki line alongside other iconic brands such asMarvel, to recreate some of the main "Generation 1" characters. The 29th figure of theZōteki line is Grimlock in his dino mode.

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 Set byEaglemoss, a relatively large and very well detailed statue of Grimlock was slated to be one of the Bishop pieces on the Autobot 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.

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

Transformers Character Card

• King Grimlock & Starscream Set (November 1,2022)
  • ID number:31 & 32

Released as part of the fifth wave of thee-HOBBY exclusiveTransformers Character Card series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Grimlock andStarscream in their regal finery from theMarvel comic and the1986 film respectively, along withcharacter profiles andtech specs.

• Translation of King Grimlock's Transformers Character Card

• Primus and Cybertron Army Set (February,2025)
  • ID number:101 & 102

Released as part of the fourteenth wave of thee-HOBBY exclusiveTransformers Character Card series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art ofPrimus in the form of his"Creator" toy and the Generation 1Autobots (as represented byOptimus Prime,Blaster,Eject, Grimlock,Prowl,Crossblades,Jazz andTurbo Board) along withcharacter profiles andtech specs.

• Translation of the Autobots' Transformers Character Card

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

Minimates

• Grimlock (Series 2, 2022)
  • Accessories: Energo sword, stand

Part of the second wave of TransformersMinimates fromDiamond Select, this Grimlock is a 2-inch-tall figurine featuring metallic paint, 12-14 points of articulation, and accessories and body parts interchangeable with other Minimates. Due to their small size, all 4 figures in each series are sold in the same blister card.

Icon Heroes

• Grimlock X Ironhide Retro Pin Set (2022)

A hard enamel pin based on Grimlock's original G1 package art made by Icon Heroes. It comes carded with anIronhide pin.

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

Milestone

• Grimlock (2022)

A statue-sized PVC figure of Grimlock was solicited by Diamond Select in 2022 but later canceled.

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

XM Studios

Apatosaurus was nowhere near as confusing as this.

• Grimlock (2022)

XM Studios' statue of Grimlock is nearly 40" tall, made of hand-painted porcelain. Grimlock haslight-up eyes and comes with alternate sets of arms that allow him to brandish his signature sword, gun, and... giant spiked mace? The mace and some of the color and detail choices on this statue suggest it mixes elements of both the G1 character and hislive-action movie counterpart. The set also includes a sculpted representation of Grimlock's dino mode that can be displayed next to the robot.

399 pieces were produced, with a suggested price of about $1,900 US.

Yolopark

• Grimlock (2024)

Released as part of Yolopark'sAMK (Advanced Model Kit) Mini Series, this non-transforming kit of Grimlock in his dino mode can be only completed by snapping the pre-painted pieces together. He features no accessories.

Grimlock is sold as either an individually marked single or a blind box figure.

Blokees

Galaxy Version

• Grimlock (Dino Mode) (Galaxy Version, 2023)

• Series:Galaxy Version 02 - SOS
• Accessories: Three energon cubes, character card, back-mounted double-barrelled blaster

Released in the second wave of theGalaxy Version line of blind boxes,Blokees Grimlock is a snap-on model kit of his dinosaur mode. He stands slightly shorter than other figures in the line and has fewer accessories (no alternate hands, no stand), but in exchange, he gets three transparent whiteEnergon cubes. His build is, fittingly, quite different from the rest of the figures in the line, necessitating almost half a page of the instruction sheet. He was available at a rate of 1/12 figures.

Dino Mode Grimlock features a torso with tiny arms that can transform by splitting in half, which also serves as the backpack for his robot mode kit below.

Strangely, the instructions and promotional shots show his legs as being assembled backwards, with the knees bending backwards, but the front of the box (which prominently features Grimlock) has them the normal way around. Fixing this is trivial - simply rotate the knees and feet.

• Grimlock (Robot Mode) (Galaxy Version, 2023)

• Series:Galaxy Version 02 - SOS
• Accessories: 2 pairs of hands (fists/weapon-holding, open-palm), Double-barrelled blaster, 2x reversible Autobot/Decepticon logo, spare balljoint, stand, character card

ThisGalaxy Version kit of Grimlock is molded in his robot mode, based on his appearance in the G1 cartoon. He is built on a Standard Body skeleton, similar to his wavemates. He was available at a rate of 1/9 figures. His backpack is also reused from his dino mode torso.

• Grimlock (Dino Mode) Secret Figure (Galaxy Version, 2023)

• Series:Galaxy Version 02 - SOS
• Accessories: Three energon cubes, character card, back-mounted gun Wisdom transfer device, fire breath effect, fish

The line's secret figure is a redeco of Dino Mode Grimlock with extra accessories based on the episodeGrimlock's New Brain and a shiny metallic finish. One of the new accessories is his helmet (here called the Wisdom transfer device) albeit without the hose, and the other is the fish from the end of the episode. Additionally, he has red eyes instead of the normal blue. He was available at a rate of 1/36 figures.

This Secret Grimlock shares the misassembled legs of his normal version, although there's no shots of him with them the right way around on the packaging. However,this official short from the Blokees YouTube channel has them on the right way (note the red eyes and metallic finish!).

Defender Version

Me Grimlock littlest bozo...wait, that's not right!

• Grimlock (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 03 - Heavy Metal War
• Accessories: Energo Sword

One of the six headline figures for the thirdGalaxy Version Defender line, this kit of Grimlock is a 2.2-inch (5.5cm) figure, a few inches smaller than theGalaxy Version kits, but still articulated. He comes with his signature Energo Sword.

Me Grimlock shinier little bozo...Argh! Not again!

• Special Galaxy Type Grimlock (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 03 - Heavy Metal War
• Accessories: Energo Sword

One of the four chase figures of the line, the "Special Galaxy Type" Grimlock is a metallic redeco of the figure above, and he also features thoroughly painted details and some added tampos to make him more accurate to the show. One chase variant is guaranteed per case, meaning this Grimlock appears in five out of every twelve cases.

Mr Grimlock even shinier with Swoop being helpful flying backpack thingy!

• Special Armor Type Grimlock (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 03 - Heavy Metal War
• Accessories: Energo Sword, Swoop Wing Pack

The "Special Armor Type" version of the Grimlock kit is an alternate version of the Special Galaxy Type chase figure, decked out in metallic paint. Grimlock also features a metallic toy-based red eyes/neck joint, his Energo Sword was painted to represent the "heated up" effect, and he comes with Swoop acting as his Wing Pack. Unlike the chase variant above, this Grimlock has aneven slimmer pull rate of 1 in every 144 boxes, or once per twelve cases.

The Swoop backpack on Grimlockmay be loosely referencingMega-Dinobot fromEnergon, given that their respective incarnations were able to combine. It could also be referencing Swoop carries Grimlock while traveling fromWar for Cybertron.

• Grimlock (Tyrannosaurus rex) (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 04- Tyrant's Fury

One of the six headline figures for the fourthGalaxy Version Defender line, this kit of Grimlock is molded in hisT.rex form. Like Brawl, Grimlock features a largely unadvertised feature where he can transform into the torso ofa combiner.

This Grimlock kit seems to suffer from a design flaw; Due to the somewhat weak and narrow c-clips, the lower jaw tends to be dislodged while pivoted up or down.

• Special Galaxy Type Grimlock (Tyrannosaurus rex) (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 04- Tyrant's Fury

One of the four chase figures of the line, the "Special Galaxy Type" Grimlock (T.rex) is a metallic redeco of the figure above, and he also features thoroughly painted details and some added tampos to make him more accurate to the show...except for the toy-based red eyes, that is. One chase variant is guaranteed per case, meaning this Grimlock appears in five out of every twelve cases.

Me Grimlock make good worker for thatbakery play set!

• Special Armor Type Grimlock (Tyrannosaurus rex) (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 04- Tyrant's Fury
• Accessories: Apron, alternate left arm, waiter tray with glasses

The "Special Armor Type" version of the Grimlock (T.rex) kit is an alternate version of the Special Galaxy Type chase figure, decked out in metallic paint. Grimlock also features rather amusing accessories to recreate his appearance inMadman's Paradise; an apron to wear with (which is also compatible with other robot kits if you're feeling whimsical), and a waiter's tray with glasses that can be wielded by an alternate left arm. Unlike the chase variant above, this Grimlock has aneven slimmer pull rate of 1 in every 144 boxes, or once per twelve cases.

Shining Version

If Me Grimlock's eye shine red, time for you to run from me Grimlock!

• Grimlock (Robot Mode) (Shining Version, 2024)

• Series:Shining Version 02 - Shining 1985
• Accessories: 2 pairs of hands (fists/weapon-holding, open-palm), Double-barrelled blaster, Energo Sword, 2x reversible Autobot/Decepticon logo, spare balljoint, stand, character card, sword,Energon cube

Released as part of the second wave ofShining Version (dubbed Shining 1985), Grimlock is a redeco of his above robot mode figure. He has modified paint detailing (including on his forearms, crotch, and legs), his chest is now cast in a transparent orange, but his most notable new feature is that his inner skeleton's torso lights up (by shaking it or at least flick onto one of his torso parts), illuminating his eyes and chest. In addition to this slew of changes, he features two translucent eye parts (both toy and cartoon-based) for the builder to choose from, and comes with anEnergon cube in pink and his iconic Energo Sword, reused from theGalaxy Version Slag kit. He was available at a rate of 1/6 figures.

Although the construction seems to be a one-way method, the eye parts can be swapped. However, as the head's connection is fairly tight upon assembling, this can be modified by reducing the length of the pegs on both the head and the visor, making it easier to pry them apart.

Universal Studios

• Grimlock Popcorn Bucket (2023)

“For very stupid people: when we film these things, the animated little fragger isn’t really there.”

Originally debuting at Universal Studios Beijing in 2023 before being brought to Universal Studios Hollywood in 2024, thisSuper-deformed Grimlock bucket features light up eyes and mouth laser and a working jaw, with a compartment for popcorn being located in his back.

Notes

 

Heavy Metal Greymon.

• Grimlock was originally aDiaclone "Dinosaur Robo Tyrannosaurus". The only differences between this incarnation and theTransformers release are that theDiaclone version has a silver-chromed sword and a blue crotch piece rather than red, as well as coming with a green-and-black Diaclone pilot figure.
• The originalDiaclone commercial for the mold that became Grimlock showed him spewing fire from his mouth. So much for truth in advertising!
• There is (orwas)a Grimlock toy placed in the showcase in the dinosaur section of theNatural History Museum inLondon,United Kingdom; oddly, this doesn't make him theonly one. Sadly, however, he has since been removed from the display. Boo!
• Despite being released in three different color schemes during theGeneration 2 toyline, a piece of recolored card artwork—seemingly from the collection of a formerHasbro employee—surfaced oneBay in the early 2000s (alongside recolored artwork ofSwoop andSludge), showing what may have been an intended fourth version of the Grimlock toy for that line. In 2020, the "tiger Grimlock" color scheme reappeared battlingRamjet on a piece of unusedGeneration 2-era promotional art sold by Heritage Auctions (stated by them as being made for a book, but possibly intended as art for a puzzle given its dimensions), solidifying its legitimacy. The deco would eventually delight fans when it came to fruition on "Toxitron Collection" Grimlock in2023.
• T-Wrecks may have been intended to be a new form for Grimlock, based on the references in his tech spec bio to hisBeast Wars "Attack Specialist" function and other hints. However, T-Wrecks' appearances in the3H ProductionsUniverse: The Wreckers comics suggest he is a new, unrelated character.
• A working name for theAlternators Ford Mustang mold which ultimately ended up as Grimlock was "Freeway", according to various early store listings.
• TheGrimlock toy released in theEnergon toyline was originally created byHasbro for release as a special new-mold addition for the2003Universe toyline, and was intended to represent Generation 1 Grimlock. However, it wasn't and it didn't for the combination of budgetary concerns and keeping the combination gimmick (since he combines with the packed-inSwoop to form "Mega-Dinobot") only in theEnergon toyline, which had combination as a central theme.

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