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Zap: Bazooka Soldier, from "G.I. Joe - G.I. Joe - 3.75"" collection, includes the following accessories:
Zap (v1) is the original anti-armor and demolitions specialist for the G.I. Joe team. Released by Hasbro in 1982 as part of Series One, he is a key member of the "Original Sixteen" that launched the line. This version features the classic straight-arm construction, a hallmark of the initial 1982 production run.
Sporting olive drab fatigues and specialized gear, Zap is the man responsible for neutralizing Cobra’s armored threats. Standing at the classic 3 3/4" scale, this figure is a historical staple, representing the team's heavy tactical support during their earliest missions.
Variants:
Zap (v1) is a pivotal figure regarding Hasbro's technical evolution. The 1982 units feature thick or thin thumbs, leading to the 1983 v1.5 update with swivel-arm articulation, a slimmer waist, and an "82-83" date stamp.
The most critical variations involve his bazooka, which exists in three distinct types:
Double-handle: The earliest and rarest; discontinued quickly as it frequently snapped figure thumbs.
Single thin-handle: The most common version found with straight-arm figures.
Single thick-handle: Released with version v1.5, cast in a slightly warmer green shade.
Additionally, 1982 backpacks fit loosely on 1983 figures due to peg size differences.
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