GI Joe 1989

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GI Joe 1989

Hasbro released a ton of new products for the 1989 wave of GI Joe. Added to an already stellar Joe lineup were multiple figures, accessories and vehicles, but no large scale playsets for the 2nd year in a row.  Worst Codename of the year award goes to Scoop, and he was a reporter. Really Hasbro? There were a bunch of smaller sub-sets with vehicles, such as Night Force, Tiger Force, Battleforce 2000, Python Patrol, Slaughter’s Marauders and the Iron Grenadiers.

For more information about Hasbro’s GI Joe line from 1989, see bottom of the page for a complete summary.

GI Joe (1989): Basic Figures

The 1989 series of figures contained 17 that were released on cards and one new mail order figure, Rampage. Several additional figures were also released with Sub-sets and various vehicles.

Alley Viper:
Urban Assault Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $200 – $250
Loose $35 – $55

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Face Shield, Rifle, Backpack, Grappling
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Alley Viper from 1987 to 1988.

Annihilator:
Destro’s Elite Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $100 – $150
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Hand Gun, Backpack, Blade, Machine Gun
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Annihilator from 1987 to 1988.

Backblast:
Anti-Aircraft Soldier

Market Value:
Carded $100 – $150
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Menninger, Edward J.
Accessories: Missiles, Tube, Launcher, Knife, Monocular
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Backblast from 1989 to 1990.

Countdown:
Astronaut

Market Value:
Carded $80- $120
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Dubosky, David D.
Accessories: Gun, Backpack, Helmet
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Countdown from 1989 to 1990.

Dee-Jay: Battleforce 2000 Comm-Tech Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $70 – $110
Loose $15 – $30

File Name: Rossi III, Thomas R.
Accessories: Rifle, Backpack, Plug, Hose, Antenna
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Dee-Jay from 1989 to 1990.

Deep Six:
Deep Sea Diver (V-2)

Market Value:
Carded $80 – $120
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Willoughby, Malcom R.
Accessories: Helmet, Rifle, Backpack, Hose, Buoy
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Deep Six was first made available in 1984, included in the S. H.A.R.C Vehicle.

Downtown:
Mortar Man

Market Value:
Carded $100 – $150
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Riley, Thomas P.
Accessories: Mortar, Mount, Shells, Tripod, Backpack, Helmet, Revolver
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Downtown from 1989 to 1990.

Frag-Viper: Cobra
Grenade Thrower

Market Value:
Carded $80 – $120
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Backpack, Machine Gun, Tool, Hose
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Frag-Viper from 1989 to 1990.

Gnawgahyde:
Dreadnok

Market Value:
Carded $125 – $175
Loose $30 – $45

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Boar, Knife, Machete, Bipod, Bow, Hat
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Gnawgahyde from 1989 to 1990.

H.E.A.T Viper:
Cobra Bazooka Man

Market Value:
Carded $90 – $140
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Bazooka, Shells, Backpack, Hoses
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to H.E.A.T Viper from 1989 to 1990.

Night-Viper:
Cobra Night Fighter

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $65

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle, Backpack, Monocle, Goggles
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Night Viper from 1989 to 1990.

Recoil: LRRP
(Long Range Recon Patrol)

Market Value:
Carded $70 – $110
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Felton, Joseph
Accessories: Rifle, Pistol, Backpack, Case
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no several minor variations to Recoil from 1989 to 1990, including 4 variations to his file card.

Rock & Roll:
Gatling Gunner (V-2)

Market Value:
Carded $125 – $175
Loose $25 – $40

File Name: McConnel, Craig S.
Accessories: Gatling Gun, Rifle, Bandolier, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Rock N Roll was first available in 1982 but now totes a Gatling Gun instead of a regular old Machine Gun.

Scoop:
Combat Information Specialist

Market Value:
Carded $80 – $120
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Michaels, Leonard
Accessories: Helmet, Microphone, Backpack, Camera, Pistol, Hose
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are no major variations to Scoop from 1989 to 1990.

Snake Eyes:
Commando (V-3)

Market Value:
Carded $200 – $300
Loose $40 – $65

File Name: Classified
Accessories: Sword, Backpack, Machine Gun, Nunchuks, Blow Gun
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Snake Eyes was first available in 1982 and then again in 1985. There are no major variations to the 3rd version of Snake Eyes from 1989 to 1990.

Stalker:
Tundra Ranger (V-2)

Market Value:
Carded $85 – $125
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Wilkinson, Lonzo R.
Accessories: Rifle, Machine Gun, Mask, Knife, Kayak, Paddle
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Stalker was first available in 1982. There are no major variations to the 2nd version of Stalker from 1989 to 1990.

T.A.R.G.A.T: Trans Atmospheric
Rapid Global Assault Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $100 – $150
Loose $20 – $35

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Face Shield, Jetpack, Laser Gun, Joystick, Hose
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: There are a few different variations to TARGAT’s laser gun having different color tones.

GI Joe (1989): Night Force Figures

Hasbro released 3 more figure 2-packs as part of their Night Force line in 1989. This was the last year that Toys R Us would offer the Night Force line as exclusives. Like the last wave, these are very difficult to find on the secondary market.

Charbroil/Repeater 2-Pack

Market Value:
Carded $1,000 – $1,200
Loose $450 – $550

Night Force 2-Pack: Charbroil & Repeater
Accessories: Flamethrower, Backpack x 2, Machine Gun, Stabilizer
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Charbroil/Repeater 2-pack was only offered in 1989 as a Toys R Us exclusive for their Night Force line.

Lightfoot/Shockwave 2-Pack

Market Value:
Carded $1,000 – $1,200
Loose $450 – $550

Night Force 2-Pack: Lightfoot & Shockwave
Accessories: Helmet, Backpack x 2, Handle, Base, Pistol, Machine Gun, Knife
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Lightfoot/Shockwave 2-pack was only offered in 1989 as a Toys R Us exclusive for their Night Force line.

Muskrat/Spearhead & Max 2-Pack

Market Value:
Carded $1,300 – $1,600
Loose $500 – $600

Night Force 2-Pack: Muskrat & Spearhead and Max
Accessories: Shotgun, Skimmer, Machete, Helmet, Backpack, Rifle, Knife
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Muskrat/Spearhead & Max 2-pack was only offered in 1989 as a Toys R Us exclusive for their Night Force line.

GI Joe (1989): Python Patrol

Hasbro created 2 more sub-sets in 1989, with the Python Patrol being the newest Cobra line. The Python Patrol were basically previously released Cobra figures with the new team colors.

Python Copperhead:
Swamp Fighter

Market Value:
Carded $150 – $200
Loose $35 – $55

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra version of Copperhead was first available in 1984. There are no major variations to the Python Copperhead from 1989 to 1990.

Python Crimson Guard:
Elite Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $150 – $200
Loose $35 – $55

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra Crimson Guard was first available in 1985. There are no major variations to the Python Crimson Guard from 1989 to 1990.

Python Officer:
Python Officer

Market Value:
Carded $225 – $275
Loose $40 – $65

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra Officer was first available in 1982. There are no major variations to the Python Officer from 1989 to 1990.

Python Tele-Viper:
Communications

Market Value:
Carded $125 – $175
Loose $35 – $55

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Backpack, Scanner, Hose
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra Tele-Viper was first available in 1985. There are no major variations to the Python Tele-Viper from 1989 to 1990.

Python Trooper:
Python Infantry

Market Value:
Carded $300 – $350
Loose $45 – $70

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra Trooper was first available in 1982. There are no major variations to the Python Trooper from 1989 to 1990.

Python Viper:
Assault Viper

Market Value:
Carded $150 – $200
Loose $35 – $55

File Name: Unknown
Accessories: Rifle, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Cobra Vipers were first available in 1986. There are no major variations to the Python Viper from 1989 to 1990.

GI Joe (1989): Slaughter’s Marauders

Hasbro created 2 more sub-sets in 1989 with Slaughter’s Marauders being the newest Joe line. The Slaughter’s Marauders were basically previously released Joe figures with the new team colors.

Barbecue:
Fire Fighter

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $70

File Name: Kelly, Gabriel A.
Accessories: Axe, Backpack, Nozzle, Tanks, Hose
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Barbecue was first available in 1985. There are no major variations to the Marauder Barbecue from 1989 to 1990.

Footloose:
Infantry Trooper

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $70

File Name: Meyers, Andrew D.
Accessories: Rifle, Missile Launcher, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Footloose was first available in 1985. There are no major variations to the Marauder Footloose from 1989 to 1990.

Low-Light:
Night Spotter

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $70

File Name: MacBride, Cooper
Accessories: Rifle, Uzi, Backpack
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Low-Light was first available in 1986. There are no major variations to the Marauder Low-Light from 1989 to 1990.

Mutt: Animal Control/
Utilization Tech

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $70

File Name: Perlmutter, Stanley G.
Accessories: Junkyard, Helmet, Mac-11, Leash, Face Mask, Night Stick
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Mutt was first available in 1984. There are no major variations to the Marauder Mutt from 1989 to 1990.

Sgt. Slaughter:
Marauder Commander (V-4)

Market Value:
Carded $300 – $350
Loose $80 – $110

File Name: Top Secret
Accessories: Baton
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Sgt. Slaughter was first available in 1985. There are no major variations to the Marauder Sgt. Slaughter from 1989 to 1990.

Spirit:
Tracker

Market Value:
Carded $175 – $225
Loose $40 – $70

File Name: Iron-Knife, Charlie
Accessories: Freedom, Rifle, Backpack, Belt
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Spirit was first available in 1984. There are no major variations to the Marauder Spirit from 1989 to 1990.

GI Joe (1989): Exclusive Figures

Hasbro continued their tradition of releasing fun new mail-order exclusive with this new figure of Rampage, who was actually the tank driver of the Mauler vehicle.

Rampage: Mauler Tank Driver (Mail Order)

Market Value:
With Packaging $750 – $900
Loose $300 – $400

File Name: Guderian, Sherman R.
Accessories: Sub-machine Gun
Years Released: 1989 (Mail Order Only)
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: Rampage is actually a descendant of Heavy Metal, released in 1985. Rampage is basically an altered version of Heavy Metal from when it was offered as a mail order offer in previous years.

GI Joe (1989): Accessories

Hasbro released four a new accessory line for 1989 called the “Battlefield Robots”. The new set included four new accessories in total.

Devastator
(Battlefield Robot)

Market Value:
Boxed $80 – $130
Loose $25 – $35

Devastator (Battlefield Robot)
Accessories: Pivoting Gun, Missiles, Antenna
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can be tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Devastator Battlefield Robot had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Hovercraft
(Battlefield Robot)

Market Value:
Boxed $80 – $130
Loose $25 – $35

Hovercraft (Battlefield Robot)
Accessories: Pivoting Gun, Missiles, Antenna, Fan
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can be tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Hovercraft Battlefield Robot had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Radar Rat
(Battlefield Robot)

Market Value:
Boxed $80 – $130
Loose $25 – $35

Radar Rat (Battlefield Robot)
Accessories: Missiles, Rack, Radar, Antenna
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can be tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Radar Bat Battlefield Robot had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Tri-Blaster
(Battlefield Robot)

Market Value:
Boxed $80 – $130
Loose $25 – $35

Tri-Blaster (Battlefield Robot)
Accessories: Tri-Blaster Gun, Missiles, Rack, Antenna
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can be tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Tri-Blaster Battlefield Robot had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

GI Joe (1989): Playsets

After releasing some of the most iconic playsets in action figure history, Hasbro decided to not release any large scale playsets for the 2nd year in a row.

GI Joe (1989): Vehicles

Hasbro released 8 more vehicles in 1989 with several more as part of various sub-sets, including the new series’, Slaughter’s Marauders and Python Patrol.

Arctic Blast
(with Windchill)

Market Value:
Boxed $90 – $140
Loose $20 – $30

Arctic Blast (with Windchill)
Accessories: Front Guns, Light Bar, Rear Guns, Missiles
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Arctic Blast came with Windchill and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Cobra Condor Z25
(with Aero-Viper)

Market Value:
Boxed $300 – $350
Loose $90 – $120

Cobra Condor Z25 (with Aero-Viper)
Accessories: Ring Gun, Bombs, Canopies, Missiles
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Cobra Condor came with Aero-Viper and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Cobra FANG II

Market Value:
Boxed $90 – $140
Loose $20 – $30

Cobra FANG II
Accessories: Front Gun, Missiles, Jet Engines
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The original FANG was released in 1983. The FANG II had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Cobra H.I.S.S II
(with Track Viper)

Market Value:
Boxed $100 – $150
Loose $30 – $45

Cobra H.I.S.S II (with Track Viper)
Accessories: Tri-Cannon, Searchlight, Side Guns
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The original HISS was released in 1983. The HISS II had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Crusader
(with Payload V-2)

Market Value:
Boxed $500 – $600
Loose $100 – $150

Crusader (with Payload V-2)
Accessories: Scout Craft, Cockpit Door, Consoles, Chairs, Front Guns, Opening Hatch
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Crusader came with the 2nd version of Payload and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Mud Fighter
(with Dogfight)

Market Value:
Boxed $150 – $200
Loose $35 – $55

Mud Fighter (with Dogfight)
Accessories: Canopy, Bombs, Racks, Propeller
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Mud Fighter came with Dogfight and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Raider
(with Hot Seat)

Market Value:
Boxed $450 – $550
Loose $90 – $120

Raider (with Hot Seat)
Accessories: Missiles, Rack, Side Guns, Searchlights
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Raider came with Hot Seat and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Thunderclap
(with Long Range)

Market Value:
Boxed $150 – $225
Loose $50 – $75

Thunderclap (with Long Range)
Accessories: Cannon, Missiles, Machine Guns, Turret
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Thunderclap came with Long Range and was actually 3 vehicles in 1 with lots of accessories.

GI Joe (1989): Battle Force 2000 Vehicles

Hasbro released the final vehicle for the Battleforce 2000 series in 1989, with the Pulverizer.

Pulverizer

Market Value:
Boxed $45 – $65
Loose $15 – $25

Pulverizer
Accessories: Rail Gun, Gun Turret, Tow Hook, Track Treads
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Pulverizer had no major variations, and was the final vehicle or accessory released to the Battleforce 2000 series.

GI Joe (1989): Iron Grenadiers Vehicles

Two more vehicles were released to the Iron Grenadier series in 1989, with Darklon’s Evader and Destro’s Razorback.

Darklon’s Evader
(with Darklon)

Market Value:
Boxed $100 – $150
Loose $25 – $40

Darklon’s Evader (with Darklon)
Accessories: Machine Guns, Missiles, Launcher, Canopy, Windshield
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Evader came with Darklon and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

Destro’s Razorback
(with Wild Boar)

Market Value:
Boxed $400 – $500
Loose $75 – $100

Destro’s Razorback
Accessories: Twin Laser, Missiles, Radar, Gun Dome, Pivot Arms
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Destro’s Razorback came with Wild Boar and had no major variations from 1989 to 1990.

GI Joe (1989): Night Force Vehicles (Toys R Us Exclusive)

Hasbro released three more vehicles as part of their Night Force line in 1989. This was the last year that Toys R Us would offer the Night Force line as exclusives. These last vehicles were not released in large numbers are very hard to find on today’s secondary market.

Night Boomer

Market Value:
Boxed $1,500 – $1,750
Loose $700 – $900

Night Boomer
Accessories: Missiles, Canopy, Access Panels, Engines, Wings
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Night Boomer was only available in 1989 as a Toys R Us Exclusive.

Night Ray

Market Value:
Boxed $1,300 – $1,500
Loose $600 – $800

Night Ray
Accessories: Machine Guns, Depth Charges, Cannons, Hatches, Hydrofoil
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Night Ray was only available in 1989 as a Toys R Us Exclusive.

Night Scrambler

Market Value:
Boxed $1,100 – $1,300
Loose $400 – $500

Night Scrambler
Accessories: Cannon, Hatches, Road Tools, Canvas Cover
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on secondary market
Notes: The Night Scrambler was only available in 1989 as a Toys R Us Exclusive.

GI Joe (1989): Python Patrol Vehicles

Hasbro created two more sub-sets in 1989 with the Python Patrol being the newest Cobra line. These previously released vehicles are colored with the new Python skin color scheme.

ASP

Market Value:
Boxed $125 – $175
Loose $35 – $55

ASP
Accessories: Laser Cannons, Cockpit, Roll Cage, Tow Hitch
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The ASP was first offered in 1984. The 2nd version was altered with the snake print camo.

Conquest

Market Value:
Boxed $200 – $250
Loose $50 – $75

Conquest
Accessories: Missiles, Drop Tanks, Engine Cover, Landing Gear
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Conquest was first offered in 1986. The 2nd version was altered with the snake print camo.

STUN

Market Value:
Boxed $200 – $250
Loose $40 – $65

STUN
Accessories: Pivoting Gun, Laser Cannons, Flags, Engine Cover
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The STUN was first offered in 1986. The 2nd version was altered with the snake print camo.

GI Joe (1989): Slaughter’s Marauders Vehicles

Hasbro created two more sub-sets in 1989 with the Slaughter’s Marauders being the newest Joe line. These previously released vehicles are colored with the new Marauders color scheme.

Armadillo

Market Value:
Boxed $250 – $300
Loose $100 – $125

Armadillo
Accessories: Missile Launcher, Missiles, Track Treads
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: Even though another Armadillo vehicle was released in 1985, this Armadillo version is different with pieces from various other vehicles.

Equalizer

Market Value:
Boxed $250 – $300
Loose $90 – $120

Equalizer
Accessories: Turret Gun, Missiles, Missile Launcher, Smoke Canisters, Radar
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Can still be found, but it’s getting tougher each year
Notes: The Equalizer used parts from the Mauler M.B.T Tank, released in 1985.

Lynx

Market Value:
Boxed $250 – $300
Loose $100 – $125

Lynx
Accessories: Movable Cannon, Turret, Engine Cover, Cable
Years Released: 1989, 1990
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Lynx used parts from the Mauler M.B.T Tank, released in 1985 and the Wolverine, released in 1983.

GI Joe (1989): Tiger Force Vehicles

These were the last two accessories to be released for the Tiger Force series, as it was not carried into the next year. They were not released in great quantities, so they can be tough to fond on the secondary market.

Tiger Fish

Market Value:
Boxed $100 – $150
Loose $35 – $55

Tiger Fish
Accessories: Missiles, Torpedoes, Engine Covers
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Tiger Fish had no major variations and was one of the last items produced for the Tiger Force series.

Tiger Sting

Market Value:
Boxed $100 – $150
Loose $35 – $55

Tiger Sting
Accessories: Missiles, Missile Launcher, Tow Hook, Fuel Cans
Years Released: 1989
Scarcity Factor: Tough to find on the secondary market
Notes: The Tiger Sting had no major variations and was one of the last items produced for the Tiger Force series.

Just like the previous year, Hasbro released a large amount of new product for their 1989 GI Joe toy line. The Night Force, Tiger Force, Dreadnoks, and Iron Grenadiers lines all returned with new additions. We also got two new sub-sets this year as well, with the addition of Python Patrol and Slaughter’s Marauders. With the numerous sub-sets and mini-teams within the Joe universe now, it was beginning to become a challenge to keep track of who was on what team, but more Joe and Cobra figures meant more awesome battles and more excitement for the kids that were buying them, and that is always a good thing.

Added to an already stellar Joe lineup in 1989 was Backblast, Countdown, and several newer versions of fan favorites such as Deep Six, Rock N Roll, Stalker and Snake Eyes. Cobra gave us a lot of different Vipers, because quite frankly, you can never have enough of them. We got Night Viper, Heat Viper, Alley Viper and even a Frag Viper. Worst Codename of the year award has to go to……Scoop, and he was a reporter. Really Hasbro? As mentioned above, we got a bunch of smaller sub-sets in 1989 and they all came with vehicles. We had vehicles for Night Force, Tiger Force, Battleforce 2000, Python Patrol, Slaughter’s Marauders and the Iron Grenadiers. That’s a lot of different vehicles, to say the least. One thing we didn’t get was a large scale playset. This was the 2nd year in a row that Hasbro said no to big playsets.

Like years past, the 1989 GI Joe packaging was virtually identical to its previous years with small differences here and there. Once again, the figures that belonged to the previously mentioned mini groups, such as Tiger Force, Iron Grenadiers, Battleforce 2000, Python Patrol or Slaughter’s Marauders, had their respective logos added to the packaging.