G.I. Joe Cobra F.A.N.G. – 1983

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Overview

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• Release Year: 1983

• Manufacturer: Hasbro

• Scale: Compatible with 3.75-inch G.I. Joe figures

• Type: Cobra attack helicopter

• Pilot: Usually included the Cobra pilot Wild Weasel in some international releases, though originally packaged with a Cobra Trooper pilot figure

• Full Name: Fully Armed Negator Gyrocopter (F.A.N.G.)

• Faction: Cobra Enemy Forces

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Features

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• Compact Attack Helicopter: Lightweight single-seat Cobra aircraft designed for fast assaults

• Twin Rocket Launchers: Mounted missile pods on both sides for heavy firepower

• Rotating Rotor Blades: Functional spinning rotor system

• Landing Skids: Durable design for action play and display

• Pilot Harness: Open cockpit with safety bar and figure restraints

• Classic Cobra Design: Features iconic blue color scheme and Cobra insignia stickers

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Fun Facts

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• The Cobra F.A.N.G. became one of the most recognizable Cobra vehicles of the early 1980s toy line.

• Its compact size made it affordable and extremely popular with kids during the original release.

• The helicopter appeared frequently in the animated G.I. Joe cartoons and Marvel comic series.

• Complete versions with intact missiles, rotor blades, and original stickers are increasingly difficult to find today.