G.I. Joe Ultimate Battle Pack Is Surprisingly Ultimate
ToyNewsI reports on a Target-exclusive G.I. Joe set called the “Ultimate Battle Pack,” and I’ll be damned if the name isn’t startlingly accurate. Here’s what’s in it:
? Mobat Tank (motorized)
? Cobra Crimson H.I.S.S. Tank
? Cobra Commander’s Personal Flight Pod
? Steeler
? Stalker w/Jet Pack
? Short Fuze
? Cobra Commander
? Destro
? H.I.S.S. Tank Driver
So three vehicles?one of ’em motorized?and six figures for…$50. That’s pretty damned ultimate to me. It comes out in December; there are plenty of extra pics here if you need ’em.
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