Minion with Banana Launcher (Dave)
McDonald's Corporation • Despicable Me 2 Happy Meal Toy Line
Toy Category
Action Figure / Fast Food Premium
Year Released
2013
Condition
Good: The figure shows visible play wear, scuffing on the goggle paint, and is missing its original projectile accessory.
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Description
A yellow, two-eyed Minion character (Dave) wearing silver goggles and blue overalls. He is holding a large yellow banana-themed projectile launcher. The figure typically features a push-button mechanism or spring-loaded lever to propel a plastic 'jelly' or banana projectile (missing in photo).
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Auction Estimate
$0.50 - $2.00
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Promotional Happy Meal Release, manufactured in China
Model Number
Item #1 (Series 2013)
Toy Type
Approx. 3-inch scale, injection-molded plastic, limited articulation
Toy Condition
Good: The figure shows visible play wear, scuffing on the goggle paint, and is missing its original projectile accessory.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging: Item is loose and out of its original polybag.
Rarity & Significance
Common. Mass-produced as part of a global promotional campaign for the Despicable Me 2 film. Low individual rarity but retains nostalgic value for collectors of animation memorabilia.
Special Features
Includes a functional projectile launcher integrated into the sculpt (requires separate dart to function).
Notable Variations
A 'talking' or sound-effect version was released in select international markets, but this is the standard mechanical US version.