Nitro Monster Truck

[Channing Arther]

WCW Nitro Machine (with the WCW being short for World Championship Wrestling, and also simply known as just Nitro Machine) was a Chevrolet Astro Van monster truck that ran from 1999-2001 as part of Monster Jam's sponsorship deal with WCW, being the first of 5 wrestling-themed trucks to debut, it featured flames, and 2 mini whelen edge 9000 lightbars.

In the fall of 1999, the former Grave Digger #3 was converted into the first of five WCW-sponsored trucks to compete during the 2000 Monster Jam winter season. WCW Nitro Machine debuted in November of 1999 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis with Charlie Pauken driving, unfortunately breaking after one jump. Joe Payne, Cliff Thomas and Chad Fortune would drive the truck during its two seasons, with Charlie returning as the driver for Monster Jam World Finals 1.

Due to the simple/antiquated design of the truck, it was often used as a platform for rookie or less-experienced drivers and would continue to be so until the late 2000's. It would also be used for displays at certain USHRA events, such as the first Houston show of the 2001 season and World Finals II.

After the WCW sponsorship ended, the truck's 3D flames and WCW logo on the hood of the truck would be removed, and the truck would be converted into Inferno. Interestingly enough, WCW Nitro Machine was referred to as simply "Nitro" on the second Minneapolis broadcast of the 2001 season, due to the episode airing after the sponsorship had ended.

Attend the pre-event autograph pit party to meet the drivers and see the trucks up close with appearances from Psyco Pat, Anger Management, Mississippi Nightmare and others! The pit party for the first show will be from 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. and the pit party for the second show will be from 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Come early, meet the drivers, get autographs, and take photos with the drivers and their Monsters. Plus, get the opportunity to ride in a real monster truck during the pit party and intermission!

The Nitro Monster King 4X4 is a true-to-scale monster truck thatfeatures nitro power and full-time 4WD. Based on the popular HPIWheely King platform, we've added the thrills and sounds of nitropower to create a medium-sized monster truck that can go from carcrushing stadium monster truck action to fun off-road bashing. TheNitro Monster King 4X4 is the ultimate combination of true-to-scalemonster truck looks and high-flying nitro monster truck action! Andwith reliable nitro power you can just add more fuel to keeprunning as long as you want! The Nitro Monster King 4X4 is greatfor the show-and-go crowd - fat chrome wheels hold 5.4" all-terrainMud Thrasher monster truck tires, and the aluminum alloy TwinVertical Plate (TVP) chassis features a design that looks just likethe real monster trucks you've enjoyed watching! Front and rearsolid axles feature pivot joints and a realistic multi-link monstertruck suspension for easy driving and control! It's not just aboutits good looks - the Nitro Monster King 4X4 lives up to its namefrom the second you pull the trigger! With its strong T-15L engineand solid-axle 4WD drive train, the Nitro Monster King 4X4 blaststhrough twisty terrain or down the street... with the realisticsound of its T-15L nitro engine powering all four wheels! The NitroMonster King is the first-ever true scale NITRO monster truck, andfeatures awesome wheelie action with every pull of the trigger!With perfectly balanced weight distribution and a rear wheelie bar,easy controlled wheelies are part of the action every time youdrive the Nitro Monster King! Watch it drive long stretches withits wheels in the air, or give it a bit of juice out of the cornersto see it pop a wheelie!

The combination of the rigid frame with a shaft-driven 4WD system and five-link suspension is well-suited to handle the full grunt of the powerful new engine, just like the original machine. This Readyset model comes with R/C system pre-installed.

Under license by USA-1, the newly developed polycarbonate body has been produced to a spectacular level of detail with body size and tire ratio almost identical to that of the real USA-1. With separately molded accessory body parts including grille, carburetor, mirrors, roll cage, chassis-mounted front bumper, and removable 5-series fog light row on the roof, the spirit and legend of the USA-1 is captured in all its glory.

Molded and chrome-plated triple carburetors look identical to those used on the real truck, which looks awesome sticking through the hood once the body is attached. Coupled with the growl of the powerful engine, this accessory creates even more original details of the USA-1 more than ever.

The time-tested 3-speed automatic transmission effectively utilizes the full power of the engine. In the low speed range, the torque of the engine is optimized by the ratio of first gear, while the 2nd gear covers the medium speed range where torque tends to be insufficient. Acceleration to maximum speed is achieved smoothly and efficiently.

Differentials in the front and rear axles are taken directly from a well-developed World Champion 1/8-scale off-road car, and are equipped with metal ring, pinion, and spider gears to handle the power of the 25-class (approx. 4.2cc) engine, all while managing the difference in rotation between the left and right tires during turns for smooth, stable driving characteristics and increased traction.

A 5-link suspension platform controls the rigid front and rear axles to minimize drive loss and deliver superior traction and handling over uneven and varying running surfaces. The large-capacity oil shocks reliably help to absorb the impacts from the running surface.

The reinforced axle housing thrives under high-power and rough road conditions while improving crash resistance. The scale aspects of the dynamic steering options of the early monster trucks can be enhanced with the addition of optional rear wheel steering to create a true AWS (All-Wheel Steering) system.

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Plus, you can see the trucks up close at the pre-event Pit Party. Upgrade your ticket for the Pre-Show Party to see the monsters up close, meet the drivers and take pictures. Plus, you can get the ride of your life on-board a real Monster Truck during The Pit Party, at intermission or after the show.

AMP Live Events is the nation's largest independently owned motorsports production company. We produce over 100 shows a year nationwide for fairs, festivals, rodeos and race tracks. The monster truck nitro tour has been producing high end monster truck events throughout the U.S. and Canada for over 30 years. Monster Truck shows, Monster Truck Ride Trucks, Freestyle Moto-x-jumping shows, Bull Riding shows, Drone Racing shows and more. No event to small or too big, we do them all and pack the grandstands!

"We got four really top-line monster trucks coming, plus we're going to be doing local tough trucks," Cameron Migues with the Monster Truck Nitro Tour said. "A lot of local people bringing out their own vehicles to see what they can do to hold up against our track."

Boss Gator, USA-1, Bear Foot and Lone Wolf, as well as Warrior will be some of the monster trucks spectators can expect. There will be a truck featuring many seats for ride opportunities. They will compete in racing, wheelie contests, and then rock the house with amazing freestyle action.

Before the shows, there will also be opportunities to meet the drivers and see the trucks up-close at the pre-event Autograph Pit Party. The first will be from noon to 1 p.m. and the second from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The echoes of crunching metal and the sweet smell of burning rubber fill arenas as the Monster Truck Nitro Tour roars across the country, thrilling all ages in action-packed motorsports showcases. Each city will witness a slightly different fleet of monster trucks, including Boss Gator, USA-1, Carolina Crusher, Lone Wolf, and MORE! Each event incorporates jaw-dropping races, wheelie contests, and freestyle car composting. In addition to the monster trucks, fans are treated to such entertainment as high-flying freestyle motocross, tuff truck, or quad races. Before the show, pit-party attendees can meet and receive autographs from the drivers.

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