Hydro-Viper (Cobra Underwater Elite Trooper)
Hasbro • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1988
Condition
Good to Very Good. The figure appears complete in terms of its main torso and limbs. There is visible yellowing/discoloration on the white plastic of the legs (a common issue with this specific figure type). The o-ring may be loose given the age, and there are minor paint flecks on the boot toes.
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD (Incomplete)
Description
High-detail action figure featuring a Cobra diver/swimmer character. The figure has a distinctive orange chest piece with sculpted webbing, a light blue utility belt, white legs with red banding, and red boots. It is depicted wearing a specialized diving cowl/helmet with a clear faceplate that reveals the face of the figure inside. Features standard G.I. Joe o-ring articulation at the waist and swivel-arm battle grip.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD (Incomplete)
Auction Estimate
$20.00 - $35.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Mass market retail release, first edition; Country of manufacture: Made in Hong Kong or China
Model Number
6035 / 5576
Toy Type
3.75 inch scale, injection-molded plastic, o-ring articulation
Toy Condition
Good to Very Good. The figure appears complete in terms of its main torso and limbs. There is visible yellowing/discoloration on the white plastic of the legs (a common issue with this specific figure type). The o-ring may be loose given the age, and there are minor paint flecks on the boot toes.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging (Loose). The figure is being assessed based on its out-of-box state.
Rarity & Significance
Moderately high significance. The Hydro-Viper is a fan-favorite Cobra trooper from the late 80s era of G.I. Joe. It is somewhat difficult to find in 'bright white' condition due to the plastic's tendency to discolor. It represents the pivot toward more 'sci-fi' and specialized underwater designs in the line.
Special Features
Removable clear face mask (attached to cowl). Original accessories (missing in photo) would have included a purple ray-gun, two black flippers, a black backpack, and a manta ray companion.
Notable Variations
There are no major molding variations known, but color shifts in the orange plastic and differing degrees of leg yellowing significantly impact secondary market value. Figures with 'pure white' limbs command a significant premium.