Although often confused with Blackout , Grindor is a distinct Decepticon that appeared in Revenge of the Fallen . He shares the same transformation—an MH-53 Pave Low helicopter—but his color scheme and mechanical details subtly differentiate him.

In the film, he accompanies Megatron and Starscream during the final battle against Optimus Prime , before being brutally killed by the latter in a legendary scene.

Like Blackout , Grindor embodies the Bayverse aesthetic: a complex, industrial design overloaded with mechanical details. His body is a suit of steel and hydraulics, designed for aerial combat and heavy transport.

• Transformation: MH-53 Pave Low combat helicopter.
• Weapons: Sharp rotors, homing missiles, plasma cannons.
• Strengths: Extreme endurance, colossal strength, aerial precision.

The battle between Grindor and Optimus Prime in the forest is one of the most memorable moments in the saga. This duel showcases Michael Bay's signature brutality and kinetic direction.

Grindor embodies the sheer brutality of the Decepticons. He lacks Soundwave 's cunning or Shockwave 's strategy, but he makes up for it in devastating power.

His brief appearance in Revenge of the Fallen was enough to impress fans: Grindor is the symbol of the Bayverse's constant danger—a soulless war machine, ready to crush anything that stands in his way.