World’s First Fan-Built Optimus Prime | RIDICULOUS RIDES
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A DEDICATED father with no mechanical training has manufactured the world’s first fan-built Optimus Prime truck. Back in the summer of 2016, 36-year-old Joe Fiduccia worked day and night recreating the giant full-size replica that weighs around 21,000lbs. Optimus Prime is one of the most renowned characters to hit our screens from the hugely successful Transformers franchise that has taken more than 4 billion dollars at the box office worldwide. And being the determined father that he is, Joe from Monroe County, Pennsylvania, managed to produce this impeccable replica in order to inspire his 10-year-old son that anything is possible.
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As a kid, ive always thought that every single car was secretly a transformer
@Nessaholiclover1
2 жыл бұрын
Now as an adult you’ve realized it’s true
@edenbergfrancisco1131
Жыл бұрын
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@edenbergfrancisco1131
Жыл бұрын
BH cá Jajá tenho que ajudar é assim a gente repartir todo dia o pão que vier com todos iguais eu vou virar fome se tivermos fome para a gente aprender confiar um no outro e saber que juntos podemos chegar em um milhão de casa de Deus conquistar a própria tecnologia no próximo ano é um foguete fala mágico baah
@Tim19735
Жыл бұрын
BRO SAME
@swapskitchen6128
Жыл бұрын
Ur just like me😅
This isn’t a ridiculous ride, this is a badass ride.
@Ropecot
10 ай бұрын
😎😎😎
@tommyboy3427
10 ай бұрын
Argee
1:37 that angle made my inner child come out
@woooshbait5398
4 жыл бұрын
Ikr?!
@jefffranklin4894
4 жыл бұрын
SweetLiesTodd just add the Transformers OST to it and it’s perfect
@cliffordbenenati7373
3 жыл бұрын
@@jefffranklin4894 *oh heck yes.*
@newchangeunlisted_viewer5594
3 жыл бұрын
YEAAAAA
@rambonambo3510
3 жыл бұрын
@@jefffranklin4894 YOOO Thats what played in my mind when I saw Optimus Prime
Met the guy who built this on July 4th 2019. Pretty chill guy, very passionate about this project and its a clear message that once you set your mind to it, you can do it.
Now we need someone in the air force to build megatron
@salvadorjimenez596
4 жыл бұрын
Lmmfaol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😝😝😝
@doabarrelroll5773
4 жыл бұрын
And a fan to build it
@africanson1124
4 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@Thundercracker_.
4 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! lol
@champagneeee
4 жыл бұрын
And starscream but he is an F-22 and that plane is already built somebody just needs to do a good paint job on it!
He is really a true fan of mine
@xkyvx6
6 жыл бұрын
Optimus Prime rip bayformers
@mr.motormaster9881
6 жыл бұрын
now we need a head on collision you and me 🚚 🚛
@caitlyntelford4010
6 жыл бұрын
Mr. MOTORMASTER you probably wouldn’t survive, decepticon
@Scorpion-ww1ie
6 жыл бұрын
+Mr. MOTORMASTER two primes on one
@ricksolo1174
6 жыл бұрын
Optimus Prime *TILL ALL ARE ONE*
Imagine getting picked up from school in that
@j3tstr1k3
4 жыл бұрын
Oh hell yeah
@christianbarbosa1746
4 жыл бұрын
YEAH!
@woooshbait5398
4 жыл бұрын
Either you get pepole interested either you become an outcast
@hiro_cuhh5672
4 жыл бұрын
Than it transformers and all the autobots arrive
@AllIsFiller
4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to get picked up in it tbh
My dad Me: can i have a transformers? Dad: No His dad His son:dad i want a optimus prime His dad: makes a life sized replica of optimus prime
@ffffffff5500
4 жыл бұрын
@Chuck Truck probably costed less than college expenses. Lol
@ffffffff5500
4 жыл бұрын
@Chuck You wouldn't shell out a couple thousands if you could spent a day with your idol or doing a thing that you would adore? Come on! unless you are in a bad financial situation that would be undestanble too.
@bensenzo
4 жыл бұрын
That kid didn't say thank you So he didn't deserve that
@marvelvsdc6157
4 жыл бұрын
Everyone I need a transformer like eather optimus prime and/or bumblebee and not mugetron
@unknown-bw6rr
4 жыл бұрын
me too
I would like to thank Ridiculous Rides for sharing our story with Transformers fans around the world. I built Optimus Is Here (with a lot of help from many people) to inspire my son that he should never be afraid to pursue his dreams, no matter how far fetched they may be. I'm just an ordinary dad (and no...I'm not independently wealthy) who decided to try something I've always dreamed of, and something no other fan has done before. This was (still is) the most difficult project I've ever taken on in my life. But my hope through this is that my son will grow up one day and take on a world of opportunities with no fear. I also very much enjoy sharing it with all of you. Oh and for those who have the common responses like "so what...it doesn't transform/ it's just a paint job"...say what you will. My response - he's a robot in disguise. He's not supposed to transform. And in the eyes of the thousands of children we meet each month, he is real...he is EPIC...and he is an inspiration" ;) ROLLLL OUT!!!
@NachoTV
6 жыл бұрын
Optimus Is Here Optimus is hard to miss on the road!
@goodguygreg2966
6 жыл бұрын
What makes this truly inspirational was that you showed your son that you are always above life even in difficult times. This build is a reflection of that, there would have been a fair amount of hurdles that were in your way and possibly sometimes you just wanted to put the wrench down and walk away, but your son's eagerness is fuel for your willpower to complete it to the end. I've been waiting for the day for someone to build the Western Star version of Prime and your sir did not dissapoint! Well done for building such a masterpiece and sharing it to many fans all over! :D Out of curiosity how long did this entire build take?
@OptimusIsHere
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And yes - on more than one occasion I was ready to "put the wrench down" lol. It took about 5 months and involved a team of about 25 people total from all different walks of life and experience. But since then we've had to do a ton of repairs to the original work, so I guess you can say it's never truly "done" :) Hope you'll continue to follow our adventures :)
@JVJR
6 жыл бұрын
Optimus Is Here You should consider getting a foam lance with a pressure washer to speed up the washing. Awesome truck!
@BjornStyrmir
5 жыл бұрын
Are you an actual truck driver? And if so do you use this right for work?
Imagine his son picking his prom date some day in this..
@Benzinilinguine
5 жыл бұрын
I'm sure everyone in his whole school knows his dad is the "Guy with the Optimus Prime Truck"
@Alex-pl1ye
5 жыл бұрын
Cant he needs a cdl
@KingBasan
5 жыл бұрын
DUSHYANT JOSHI if my son did that i know he ain’t getting laid
@Gasolineworld
5 жыл бұрын
So American
@Bischarch
5 жыл бұрын
What is the halowwen party?
I'm glad he took a lot of time to make his son feel more happy. He has earned my respect. Also, Optimus looks soo movie accurate!
This truck was driving around my town today! It’s totally wicked!
@sskoppolu
2 жыл бұрын
really, where're u from and when
The decepticons disliked this video XDD
@studior2962
4 жыл бұрын
Even Decepticons would not dislike this because they know how cool this dad is
@hoangtrinh225
3 жыл бұрын
Bright Eye lvà và một năm phải đi ở đâu mà mà
@hoangtrinh225
3 жыл бұрын
Bright Eye lvà và một năm phải đi ở đâu mà mà p
@studior2962
3 жыл бұрын
Hoàng Trịnh Hah?
@alexpandean2471
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
would be awesome if Bumblebee was driving alongside Optimus!
@iTzTheSymbiote
6 жыл бұрын
Nacho TV Hes with him. I met Him, Bumble and Barricade
@javy6971
6 жыл бұрын
Lol not much to do but buy a yellow camaro....maybe a few visual mods
@van2234
6 жыл бұрын
Nacho TV iii
@ethanbutterick9184
6 жыл бұрын
Nacho TV it's awesome
@bigmanshrek1421
5 жыл бұрын
NYGiantsno1fan 🤦
Optimus would be so proud!
Guy: He has strong morals Prime in one of the earlier movies: GIVE ME YOUR FACE
@themostwantedmw3160
2 жыл бұрын
That was in dark of the moon right?
@VAndRoZ
2 жыл бұрын
@@themostwantedmw3160 no, it was revenge of the fallen
@themostwantedmw3160
2 жыл бұрын
@@VAndRoZ yh i remembered now tnx
"CALLING ALL AUTO BOTS!!"
@jeromeadion71
3 жыл бұрын
Bumblee:what it's it optimus Optimus:IM real life we have to fight mega tron Megatron:fight fire
@adityad.4262
3 жыл бұрын
They should have added speakers saying that inside..
@bronze183
3 жыл бұрын
Uhh prime sorry bumblebees at Philippines
@Leadblast
3 жыл бұрын
"AUTOBOTS! TRANSFORM AND ROLL OUT!"
As a Transformers fan myself, I envy Mr. Fiduccia for being able to build an Optimus Prime replica and own one. Now I wish that Mr. Fiduccia and his son would have cameos in future Transformers films. They certainly earned them.
@kh.rafiqulalam242
10 ай бұрын
I agree
As a transformers fan since childhood, I can't hate on this.
When he finally make the optimus prime car Now for the optimum pride ugHOGhoghgug!!!!
Now all he has to do is make it transform... Seems easy enough
@Antoniomarcogirellini
4 жыл бұрын
Some Team in Turkey has done it
@ysosudden775
4 жыл бұрын
@@Antoniomarcogirellini Yes,with a car its is possible. But not with a truck,its just to heavy
@cam_tk2124
4 жыл бұрын
I think it would have to be built that way for it to transform but not and already made car.
@youcansave15ormoreoncarins75
4 жыл бұрын
He needs a t cog
@minimoonie6431
3 жыл бұрын
Let’s challenge the future
That kid has one cool dad.
Ohh yeah.... hell yeah.... his back his alive! Optimus is here!
@mamadunlloh1173
3 жыл бұрын
Yeahhh TRANSFORMERS age of extinction' 😎👍
@beastak2207
2 жыл бұрын
@@mamadunlloh1173 yeah Hond😎😎
Optimus rules...! This guy a true fan. A+ for the effort.
If he had a voice changer to make him sound like Optimus Prime then that’s amazing
@MatthewBarberio
3 жыл бұрын
The truck actually speaks in Peter Cullen's voice through speakers!
Soundwave : Inform lord Megatron that we have found Optimus Prime! "
*O P T I M U M P R I D E*
This guy and his son should both meet peter cullen (the voice actor for optimus prime).
@ryansavage5944
3 жыл бұрын
We already did :)
I remember seeing this truck at an auto show near Harrisburg. It’s an absolute beauty of a vehicle let me tell you and this video doesn’t do it Justice to see how tall it is. It’s MASSIVE.
Imagine if this guy made a working optimus prime (not the car)
@barbaragordon429
3 жыл бұрын
*truck
That’s my neighbor lol it’s soo cool being outside sometimes and all you see is optimus prime rolling into your neighbors driveway also being there while they build it and watching was so cool and something I’ll remember m whole life
Imagine falling asleep at the wheel and crashing only to wake up and realize you just hit Optimus Prime It'd be quite the roller coaster of emotions
@5OUNDZWAV333
Жыл бұрын
& especially when it's bayverse prime 💀
You're going to have to build the rest of them now!!! Good work man. :-)
@pinklightninggacha
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah then have the iconic movie clash between megatron and optimus
@colorsafebleach5381
5 жыл бұрын
The rest of the autobots are easy, they’re all pretty much stock. Having the money to buy a Bugatti, Lamborghini and military jets is it’s own challenge.
@taysmiley8763
5 жыл бұрын
Sammy B Videography I totally agree with you
@haveagoodday4668
4 жыл бұрын
Sammy B Films i can actually tell him for you....... I know the kid who’s father it is
@logideon368
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck making Sideswipe and mirage gonna cost ya a bit, no?
Almost everyone loves Optimus prime..... because when i was a kid in 1984.. when the animation just came on screen....I used to be prime among all my friends..... and today i still say and feel that way.... with out him or a prime transformers will not be as fun as it is..... prime rules.
@jitenderverma5103
4 жыл бұрын
Bro you look like a carl johnson from gta San Andreas 😂😂
Me: " *I dont need this* " My mind: " *sell the house, hmm what else... oh yeah! My soul!* "
That’s not Optimus prime, that’s optimum pride
But but what about the classic peterbilt Optimus prime from the first three movies
@stupidloser
5 жыл бұрын
I agree this one is ugly
@etheangel2220
5 жыл бұрын
Thats definitely more iconic
@MsGunner911
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@magikal_oz9872
5 жыл бұрын
What about classic g1 Optimus from the cartoons
@muisverriet
4 жыл бұрын
@Alexander Thegreat Only in G1. In the first three movies he was a Peterbilt 379.
Nice to see the Western Star logo on the seats and steering wheel. They were manufactured here in Kelowna,BC,🇨🇦, for many years. I used to love seeing them piggy backed heading down the highway to the dealers. Super cool build ! 🤘
Makes sure everyone is safe. HMMMMM reflects on rotf: GIVE ME YOUR FACE!!!!
Holy Wowness! I haven't been more impressed since I first saw all 5 of the Transformers movies, I didn't think that anyone could create a replica of one of my top favorite Autobots. I adore Optimus Prime and this is just a true sight to behold, what I wouldn't give to have that truck and even Bumblebee in front of my house or even any of the others. This is one of my favorite styles for Optimus Prime and if my friend Amber saw this she would probably faint. Please keep surprising people!
I'm team Decepticon because they have a Mustang :')
@albert9784
3 жыл бұрын
Autobots have a Chevrolet Camaro & Lamborghini
@yeoldeseawitch
3 жыл бұрын
decepticons have fighter jets tho
OMG BRILLIANT!!! HE EVEN INCLUDED THE CHAIN DETAILS AT THE BACK!!
Imagine seeing this in real life moving around by itself
Very impressive. I'm thrilled that you made this. Great job. Like Optimus Prime always says, "Autobots, roll out!"
@user-li7zh4iv2n
3 жыл бұрын
Лило
Autobots, roll out! 💫
Awesome i love optimus prime also i prefer the Peterbilt 389 version
@jackalsniper
6 жыл бұрын
krizzy090 Exactly!!!
@NickTasy
6 жыл бұрын
#PeterbiltPrime4Lyfe
@jackalsniper
6 жыл бұрын
#PeterbiltPrime4Lyfe
@Sinerwray
6 жыл бұрын
379*
@thatpoodlecoopervideos5601
6 жыл бұрын
krizzy090 I want the Kenworth K900 Optimus Prime.
Legend has it that in years that truck would transform.
His kid is super appreciative, good kid good dad
It would be awsome if it could really transform!
He should have the optimus prime voice installed. That be awesome
@ryansavage5944
3 жыл бұрын
He does :)
Imagine Optimus participating in the current truckers convoy happenings all over the world.
He didn't rolled his sleeves up while washing the truck? What a Mad Lad!
Next step: Transforming
This thing is amazing I love it! I'm a hardcore transformer fan and this is the best! ❤️
Kid learns early that no matter what your dream is.. just go for it. Why not. Too cool!
This is true manhood bringing childhood dreams come true
I like the truck from the first movie better. Still a cool truck tho
@WickedIntentSemi
5 жыл бұрын
Heinz Müller yeah the peterbilt 379 flattop was way better lookin
I like the original Optimus prime
I've met this guy with his truck last year, along with Bumblebee. best day ever!
He is here!!!! Optimus is here!!!!
COOL, JUST THAT I WAS EXPECTING THE TRUCK TO "TRANSFORM" INTO "OPTIMUS PRIME" ROBOT FORM! STILL COOL THOU!
Looks dope
This is heaven that guy's garage
Imagine they're both in there and the radio starts crying *"AUTOBOTS! TRANSFORM AND ROLL OUT!!"*
Questions 1. Can they make any model from the movie franchise, "Transformers?" 2. Are they still on sale? 3. Is the first Camaro form of Bumblebee still out there? 4. How do you feel about about an interior look tour of every Transformer vehicle?
THANK YOU JOE! THIS IS AMAZING.
Adult: When I first drove up, I thought it was the real thing.
A daimler in flaming blue and red. Woahhhh 😍
Imagine that thing transforming in the middle of the night
@sarahlee677
3 жыл бұрын
Ok, let's just hope prime dose not get dirty
@narangd4522
3 жыл бұрын
Kkk ub km on
@LiterallyEveryone217
3 жыл бұрын
And he walks up to the window of their bedroom window and says "Hi, hello there, can I have your face? I am a collector. Collecting a significant one or a few million from every race. Look right now I have got Megatron and The Fallen.
@LiterallyEveryone217
3 жыл бұрын
Optimus would be like: So anyways I started killing
That looks great!
Imagine you're somewhere and optimus prime is vibing
I’m always thinking to myself there’s no way someone would ever be able to do this, and I find videos like this on KZread, and I say to myself. Boy the world is growing way faster than I thought!
Omg thank you for making this vid I really love Transformers movies so thanks you for making this
There is another In the Philippines And he's called OPTIMUM PRIDE URGH URGH AHH AHH AHH Edit: For any of you Non-Filipinos out there reading this, I'll explain. So, there was this video where a guy found a replica of Optimus Prime and then he called it "Optimum Pride" and tried to imitate the transformation sound. Here's the link to the original video: kzread.infoDmrp2spuOr0?feature=share
Beautiful truck! Optimus Prime is truly the best Transformer ever! My most favorite movie character!
Saw you passing me on I84 last year in Idaho when I was hauling a load south of Mountain home. Awsome truck. Thanks for all you are doing for the trucking community.
dad: son we need to clean your optimum prime... son: dad I am busy helping autobots fight decepticons. probably on Ps3 or 4 LoL
@Xinneon
3 жыл бұрын
Ps2*
Someday I wanna make the one from the first three movies
Of course everyone has their camera out, YOU BUILT OUR HERO!!
Tbh thats what michael bay has done for us all As much as you all might hate him I love and respect his work
Awesome!
@amrdossaji
6 жыл бұрын
Optimus Prime hey
@jonyleche3549
6 жыл бұрын
Y?
@Grand_Kekthew_
5 жыл бұрын
wait 2 Primes?
Now after watching this I have a whole new and utter respect for this guy he not only made his son's dream come true but he also did mine.. Just to say by reading the title for one single second just gave me goosebumps... It gave me those vibes like Optimus.. Optimus Prime is here... I love transformers just love it.. Like I am a die hard fan of it and I love Optimus Prime like love him to death.. Like who wouldn't love him.. One with such great ethics, morals, inspiration... and lot's more than meets the eye.... THIS WHOLE THING JUST BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES.... 👌👌☝️👍👍👍
My husband is 2nd generation truck driver. A guy ran out in front of hubby's semi to commit suicide. It ended his career and destroyed him. I told him to come home. When he walked in the door I said give me the keys, you're done. It took that for him to realize his career was done. He sold his business, bankrupted and earlier sold his house. So sad to see what it has done to him. When this popped up on KZread one day he was talking about it. He likes all the changes and the horns lol. You did a great job. Beautiful truck and even better your son is involved. Safe travels
He needs to sounds now needs at least a couple dozen Optimus Prime phrases and the transforming sounds at least five of those!!! Sound effects the icing on the cake!💪😃👍
1:44 wow
The whole replicate is super duper nice but the sword : s ... There still work to improve ~ extraordinary work btw Can't wait to see if there will be another project between his team and Man at arm
In fact, Lockdown made an impeccable remark on Optimus Prime. "You think you were born? You were built!"
Literally I did same modification in game American truck simulator Thanks for giving such a great idea ☺️☺️
Now someone should rebuild tank Megatron
Nooo, why didn't he build the peterbilt version of Optimus. In my opinion, that is the best version of Optimus. Nonetheless, fantastic job!
@pinkamenadianepie8609
6 жыл бұрын
DBoy 37 naw the g1 is best
@pinkamenadianepie8609
5 жыл бұрын
King Bradberry no you
@willlink7971
5 жыл бұрын
Nothing sweeter then a long nose Peter
@poseidon2363
5 жыл бұрын
@@cerberus.5640 no way. Nothing beats the Tfp Optimus prime
@efraincaraballo5494
5 жыл бұрын
I'm with you on that, I prefer optimus prime peterbilt
Father of the year ladies and gentlemen
That's a true fan and a great peace of art work.
I saw this truck at a show and it wad pretty damn cool
Si Optimum Pride!!!
This is so cool! Optimus of mine!
Honestly this would scare the crap out of me.If I woke up and found this outside my window.
Those 2 people taking portrait mode pics with their phones will be disappointed when they look on their computer
It would've took the Military Attention if they had bee with him !
Saw the truck at cavalcade or cars in hamburg NY all weekend. Owner drove it through snow from PA and said he had to detail it for 12 hours prior to the show. My trailer was a filthy mess that I towed my car with,so I can’t imagine how much cleaning he had to do. Truck looked amazing in person and owner is a cool dude too
This man got a CDL just to be able to drive this thing. I'm a CDL holder and its a pain to get. Respect to this man