Curiosities about the toy and variants
The STEELER (v1) G.I. Joe action figure, part of the initial 1982 series, was exclusively included with the Motorized Battle Tank (MOBAT).
This vintage collectible features the distinctive "straight arm" sculpt common to the original sixteen figures released that year, making it a foundational piece for any G.I. Joe collection.
Variations
Early production runs of the Steeler figure exhibited a minor mold variation, appearing with either thick or thin thumbs.
A significant re-release in 1983, often designated as version 1.5, introduced several construction updates. These modifications included the replacement of the original "straight arms" with new arms featuring bicep swivel articulation, and a redesigned, slimmer waist-piece. Additionally, the figure's date stamp was updated from "1982" to "82-83" to reflect its updated production year.