Cobra Hurricane VTOL 1990

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Overview

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The Cobra Hurricane VTOL was released in 1990 by Hasbro as part of the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toy line. This futuristic Cobra attack aircraft features adjustable engines and wings designed to simulate vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capability.

The vehicle was originally packaged with Vapor, Cobra's VTOL tactical fighter pilot. Its distinctive black-and-yellow design and multiple weapon systems make it a memorable aircraft from the 1990 Cobra lineup.

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Key Features

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• Release year: 1990

• Manufacturer: Hasbro

• Toy line: G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero

• Faction: Cobra

• Vehicle type: VTOL attack aircraft

• Included figure: Vapor

• Original retail price: $19.99

• Main features: Adjustable engines and wings, opening cockpit canopy, nose cannon and missile armament.

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Fun Facts

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• VTOL stands for Vertical Take-Off and Landing, a capability that inspired the Hurricane's movable engine design.

• The original US release came with ten missiles.

• In the Netherlands and Belgium, the aircraft was released under the name Cyclone, making the regional version an interesting detail for European collectors.

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What Makes It Complete?

Check for the following original components:

• Main aircraft fuselage

• Opening cockpit canopy

• Adjustable wings and engine assemblies

• Nose cannon

• Missile launcher and original missiles

• Landing gear

• Original labels and instructions

• Vapor figure and his original accessories, if included in the sale

The original US set came with ten missiles, so verify the missile count before listing it as complete.

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Recommended GIJoeForSale.com Price

For a clean, complete Hurricane VTOL with Vapor and its original accessories, I would suggest an initial asking price of €119.95, subject to condition.

• Incomplete vehicle: €34.95–€49.95

• Good condition: €59.95–€79.95

• Complete with Vapor: €99.95–€129.95

• Excellent complete example: €129.95–€154.95

A boxed example should be priced separately according to the box condition and completeness.

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Collector Appeal

The Cobra Hurricane VTOL is an attractive choice for collectors of vintage Cobra aircraft. Its adjustable flight configuration, distinctive color scheme and included pilot make it a strong display piece, while the ten missiles and smaller components create an important completeness factor for collectors.