Scrapheap Challenge 1998
What is Scrapheap Challenge?
Scrapheap Challenge is an engineering game show produced by RDF Media and broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom. The show features teams of contestants competing against each other to build a working machine that can accomplish a specific task.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 165
- Runtime
- 52 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 12, 1998
- Last aired
- Jun 27, 2010
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- Channel 4
- Genres
- Reality, Action & Adventure
- Updated
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Scrapheap Challenge is an engineering game show produced by RDF Media and broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom. The show features teams of contestants competing against each other to build a working machine that can accomplish a specific task. Contestants have a limited amount of time to complete their project, and the available materials are sourced from a scrapheap. The format of the show has been exported to other countries, where it has been adapted into different versions.
Should you watch it?
“Teams compete to construct functional machines from scrap materials within a strict ten-hour time limit.”
- fast-paced engineering challenges
- creative use of salvaged materials
- time-limited construction constraints
Watch it if you enjoy watching teams solve complex mechanical problems under pressure.
The show is a reality game show featuring engineering and construction tasks.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Hovercraft Apr 12, 1998
- E2 Siege Engines Sep 13, 1998
- E3 Power Pullers Sep 20, 1998
- E4 Sub-Aqua Sep 27, 1998
- E5 Powerboats Oct 4, 1998
- E6 Off Road Buggies Oct 11, 1998
- E7 Final: Rockets Oct 18, 1998
- E8 The Commandments(Highlights)
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 Flying Machines Sep 5, 1999
- E2 Cannons Sep 12, 1999
- E3 Amphibious Vehicles Sep 19, 1999
- E4 Land Yachts Sep 26, 1999
- E5 Mileage Marathon Oct 3, 1999
- E6 Marine Salvage Oct 10, 1999
- E7 Final: Walking Machines Oct 17, 1999
Season 3 · 11 episodes
- E1 Demolition Sep 17, 2000
- E2 Aerial Bomber Sep 24, 2000
- E3 Underwater Chariot Oct 1, 2000
- E4 Windmill Oct 8, 2000
- E5 Missile Launcher Oct 15, 2000
- E6 Bridging Machines Oct 22, 2000
- E7 Giant Mower Nov 5, 2000
- E8 Steam-Powered Car Oct 29, 2000
- E9 Final: Fireboat Nov 12, 2000
- E10 Grand Final: Dragster Nov 19, 2000
- E11 Christmas Special: Car Crusher Dec 17, 2000
Season 4 · 14 episodes
- E1 Egg Shooter Sep 9, 2001
- E2 Monster Truck Sep 16, 2001
- E3 Torpedos Sep 23, 2001
- E4 Street Cleaner Sep 30, 2001
- E5 White Water Rider Oct 7, 2001
- E6 Snowmobile Oct 14, 2001
- E7 Mobile Crane Oct 21, 2001
- E8 Minesweeper Oct 28, 2001
- E9 Hill Climber Nov 4, 2001
- E10 Tunneller Nov 11, 2001
- E11 Final: Hydrofoil Nov 18, 2001
- E12 Grand Final: Car Jousting Nov 25, 2001
- E13 Christmas Special: Scrapheap Mega Challenge: All-Terrain Marathon Dec 23, 2001
- E14 Rusty Awards
Season 5 · 14 episodes
- E1 Mud Monsters Sep 15, 2002
- E2 Hovercraft Sep 22, 2002
- E3 Rapid Fire Sep 29, 2002
- E4 Blind Navigation Oct 6, 2002
- E5 Railroad Racer Oct 13, 2002
- E6 Clockwork Cars Oct 20, 2002
- E7 Smooth Rider Oct 27, 2002
- E8 Monowheel Nov 3, 2002
- E9 Tugs of War Nov 10, 2002
- E10 Digger Nov 17, 2002
- E11 Final: Destroyer Dec 1, 2002
- E12 Grand Final: Car Flinger Dec 8, 2002
- E13 Best of Scrapheap Challenge Series 5 Dec 15, 2002
- E14 Christmas Special: Scrapheap Mega Challenge: Aeroplanes Dec 22, 2002
Frequently asked questions
What is the main goal of the show?
Teams must build a working machine to perform a specific task using only scrap materials.
How much time do contestants have?
Each team is given ten hours to complete their machine.
Who produced the series?
The show was produced by RDF Media.
Where was the show broadcast?
In the United Kingdom, it was broadcast on Channel 4.
Is there a version of this show in the United States?
Yes, the format was exported to the United States and aired as Junkyard Wars.