Marvel Released February 1986

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #44

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UPC 0714860206402
Published February 1986
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Pages 32
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The Joe team is out on manouvers when they are attacked by Cobra. Dr. Mindbender is trying to convince Destro and the Baroness to invest in his new weapon systems, which he is testing out on the newest Joe recruits.

Key Facts

  • 1st appearance of Dr. Mindbender, as Dr. Brainwave
  • 1st appearance of Crank-Case, driver of the Striker
  • 1st appearance of Bazooka, missile specialist
  • 1st appearance of Airtight, high-conflict specialist
  • 1st appearance of Heavy Metal, tank operator
  • 1st appearance of B.A.T.S, Cobra android trooper

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Issue 45 of 157
Cover art for G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #44
Dr. Mindbender action figure
Crank-Case action figure
Bazooka action figure
Heavy Metal action figure
Airtight action figure
B.A.T.S. action figure
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