The Megalodon Monster Truck: this epic looking truck might be a shark out of water but it is certainly right at home in the world of Monster Jam.
If you haven’t watched the Megalodon do its thing then you need to fix that immediately, because it is truly a sight to behold. The aesthetic of the truck is absolutely amazing, from the fin to the teeth, it’s attention to detail is outstanding. The Megalodon truck doesn’t just stun audiences with its one-of-a-kind appearance, it also wows them with its amazing flips, jumps, wheelies, and speed.
The Megalodon has only been on the Monster Jam circuit for a short while. It was announced by Monster Jam in 2016 and made its debut in Nashville, Tennessee on January 7, 2017. But, even though it has only been around for a few years it already has already developed a huge fanbase. It’s hard not to love this fantastic monster truck, with its beady eyes and realistic appearance and the amazing tricks it performs.
Megalodon’s Debut and Beyond
Megalodon debuted with two trucks. One was driven by Alex Blackwell, his debut ride with the aquatic beast was at Arena Tour 6. Justin Sipes was the other driver and he drove his prehistoric monster at the 2017 Triple Threat Central.
The Triple Threat series features drivers competing on three different vehicles. They have to drive Monster Jam trucks, Monster Jam speedsters, and Monster Jam ATVs. While driving the Monster Jam Triple Threat series Justin Sipes earned the points necessary to make it to the World Finals, where he would have been able to drive the Megalodon for its first World Series appearance. But, for reasons still unknown to the general public, Sipes was replaced by Alex Blackwell a few days before the event, giving Blackwell the once in a lifetime opportunity of driving Megalodon for its World Series debut.
Despite the mysterious 2017 World Finals driver switch Justin Sipes was back for the 2018 season. He drove Megalodon for the Triple Threat series once more and made it to the World Finals again, and this time he actually got to drive.
Along with Justin Sipes, Alex Blackwell also continued to drive Megalodon for the 2018 season. Two more trucks were added as well and those were driven by Trent Montgomery and Travis Groth. Both Trent and Travis drove their mega Megalodons on Triple Threat tours.
In 2019 Monster Jam debuted a fire version of the Megalodon truck. Unlike it’s realistically painted forefather the fire Megalodon features a block body with orange and yellow flames. This fire Megalodon was driven by Cory Rummell. Justin Sipes continued to drive his original Megalodon and he ended up making his second World Finals appearance.
Let’s Get Prehistoric
The O.G. Megalodon was an ABSOLUTE BEAST. This prehistoric shark could grow up to 60 feet and weigh up to 70 tones, not only was it the largest prehistoric shark but it is also the largest marine predator ever.
The Megalodon truck seems to be following in its prehistoric name sakes footsteps…well, I guess it didn’t have feet, so maybe following in its prehistoric name sakes ocean gliding? Let’s pretend that works and move on, shall we?
Along with being the largest ocean beast around the Megalodon also had the most powerful bite of any creature that ever lived. It also liked to use that bite to snack on giant whales. Kind of like the Megalodon truck snacks on its competition (nudge, nudge, wink, wink)
So, in summary, the megalodon shark was prehistorically dope and the modern megalodon truck is mega dope as well.
Other Facts about the Megalodon Monster Truck
- Megalodon weighs 12,000 pounds
- Megalodon is 17 feet long
- Megalodon can reach speeds of 70 mph
- Megalodon can jump 30 feet high
- Megalodon’s theme song is a metal cover of the theme from Jaws
