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| “ | That's so like Grandpa Max to lose one dumper, then run out and find another. | ” |
The Rustbucket II[script 1] is Max Tennyson's replacement RV, obtained after its predecessor was destroyed. It is outfitted with much of the same Plumbers' technology as the original, including jet propulsion and advanced laser weaponry.
Appearance
It is nearly identical in appearance to the first Rustbucket, but is missing the satellite dishes and antenna from its roof. The Rustbucket II also has blue-tinted windows, whereas the old Rustbucket's windows were black-tinted. And it appears to be slightly longer than the original.
History
Background
After the first Rustbucket was destroyed for unknown reasons,[note 1] Max acquired the Rustbucket II.[2][1]
Five Years Prior to Omniverse
In Ben 10: Omniverse, the Rustbucket II appears in the flashback events that were about Ben, Gwen, and Grandpa Max defeating any of the terrestrial and extraterrestrial threats that they encountered as well as going on adventures during the weekend trips that they had for a year.
Alien Force
The Rustbucket II first appeared in Ben 10 Returns: Part 1, it was there that Ben first encountered a DNAlien and received Max's message about him using the Omnitrix again.
The Rustbucket II was later stolen by Kevin and later Argit for its spare parts in Kevin's Big Score.
After Max was presumed deceased after Max Out, the Plumbers put the Rustbucket II in storage.[DM 1]
In Vengeance of Vilgax: Part 1, Max recovered the Rustbucket II and used it to reach Vilgax's battlefield.
The Rustbucket II briefly cameoed in Vengeance of Vilgax: Part 2, when Max withnessed Chromastones death.
The Rustbucket II cameod in the begining of If All Else Fails, when Max and the Alien Force trio were in the woods eating burgeers.
In Vendetta the Rustbucket II was parked on a hill and Max was visited by his grandkids he also told them about Ragnarok.
In The Final Battle: Part 1, The Rustbucket II's entrance and roof were broken by Albedo as Spidermonkey and Rath.
Ultimate Alien
In Absolute Power: Part 2, the Rustbucket II was destroyed by Ultimate Kevin.
The Rustbucket II appeared again in the beginning of Prisoner Number 775 is Missing, fully rebuilt.
In Moonstruck, Ben, Gwen, Max and Kevin did some spring cleaning.
Technology
- Plumber Map: A map that shows all Plumber base locations.
- Grappling Cable: A high-tensile strength cable with a spike at the end to attach onto things.
- Electric Pulse: The wheels of the RV can discharge electrical currents.
- Flamethrowers: The exhaust pipes of the Rustbucket II can expel a superheated plume of flames.
- Gyro Blades: Reconfigures the paneling along the sides of the RV to emit a powerful energy beam.
- Laser Turrets: Turrets deploy from the back of the Rustbucket that can fire laser blasts.
- Plasma Cannon: A narrow, cylindrical apparatus that deploys out of the side of the Rustbucket II and can produce a powerful plasma discharge.
- Ejector Seats: Both of the cab seats can be ejected and have built-in parachutes to slow descent.
- Intergalactic Monitoring System: An advanced threat detection interface.
- Ram: The grill of the RV extends out and to the sides. It glows with energy and can be used to ram objects with great force.
- Rocket: A rocket launcher positioned on top of the RV.
- Caltrops: Small spiked balls are deployed behind the RV to pop a pursuers tires.
Rooms
Bathroom
The Rustbucket II has a small bathroom located toward the rear of the vehicle. It is seen in Ben 10 Returns: Part 1 when Ben was looking for Max.
Bedroom
The bedroom is located at the rear of the vehicle. When Gwen and Ben were on their road trips, Ben slept on the upper bed while Gwen slept on the lower bed. When not used for sleeping, the beds stow away and the bedroom converts to a lounge area with a U-shaped couch and coffee table.
Kitchen
The Rustbucket II has a kitchenette on the left side of the vehicle, opposite of the entry door. Next to the door on the right side is a small, two-seat dinette table. Max prepares meals, most of which Ben and Gwen don't like.
Appearances
Alien Force
Season 1
- Ben 10 Returns: Part 1 (first appearance)
- Kevin's Big Score
Season 2
- Vengeance of Vilgax: Part 1
- Vengeance of Vilgax: Part 2
- If All Else Fails
- Vendetta
- The Final Battle: Part 1
- The Final Battle: Part 2
Ultimate Alien
Season 2
- Absolute Power: Part 2 (first reappearance)
Season 3
Omniverse
Season 1
- A Jolt From the Past (first reappearance; flashback and present; cameo)
- Of Predators and Prey: Part 2 (flashback)
Season 2
- Malefactor (flashback)
- Showdown: Part 1 (flashback)
- Showdown: Part 2 (flashback)
Season 3
- Ben Again (flashback)
Season 4
- Max's Monster (flashback)
- Evil's Encore (flashback; partially destroyed)
- For a Few Brains More (dream)
Season 5
Season 6
- Weapon XI: Part 2 (flashback)
Season 7
- The Ballad of Mr. Baumann (flashback)
Season 8
- From Hedorium to Eternity (flashback)
Video Games
Ultimate Alien
- Ben 10: Galactic Racing (unlockable kart)
Naming and Translations
| Language | Name | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Hungarian | Rozoga | From Rozoga, Rattletrap |
| Portuguese (Br) | Lata Velha | From Lata Velha, Old Can |
| Spanish (HA) | Cámper (before Omniverse) | From Campér, Campervan |
Trivia
- The interiors of the Rustbucket II are worth a fortune.[3][1]
- The Rustbucket II was originally not meant to appear in Ben 10 Returns: Part 1, with the original Rustbucket taking its place.[script 2]
- The Rustbucket II's design is heavily based on the GMC motorhome.
Notes
- ↑ Originally, the Rustbucket II was used by Max because the original was destroyed by Eon in Race Against Time.[pop-up 1] This is retconned in Ben 10,000 Returns as the events of the movie are stated to take place in an alternate timeline. Because of this retcon, it is unknown what happened to the original Rustbucket.[BTP 1]
