Dreadnought, the heavily armored tanker truck introduced in Death Race (2008). Released by Warden Hennessey as a ratings-boosting weapon during Stage 2, it was built to dominate the race—and nearly killed off many competitors.
Design & Armament
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Base Truck: Likely a Peterbilt or similar heavy-duty tractor—massive and outfitted for battle.
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Armor: Extensive welded-on steel plates across the cab and trailer, giving it a bunker-like profile.
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Weapons: Equipped with a tank cannon, multiple machine guns, flamethrowers, rocket or grenade launchers, and offensive attachments like a front plow.
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Tactical Use: Deployed mid-race to forcibly eliminate racers as a ratings ploy by prison warden Claire Hennessey.
On-Screen Performance
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Stage 2 Rampage: The Dreadnought mowed through contenders including Carson, Riggins, and 14K in brutal fashion.
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Final Showdown: Both Frankenstein (Jason Statham) and Machine Gun Joe manage to trick the truck into triggering a buried spike trap. The explosive ending disables the Dreadnought in dramatic fashion.
Legacy & Cultural Impact
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Though it had relatively brief screentime, the Dreadnought became one of the film’s most memorable and formidable vehicles.
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Its brutal, tank-like presence and spectacle captured fan imagination—leading to toy replicas, scale model kits, and custom fan builds.
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On forums and wikis, it's ranked as a high-tier vehicular antagonist—cited for its destructive potential and cinematic impact.
Dismantled after filming
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