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Roadblock: Heavy Machine Gunner, from "G.I. Joe - G.I. Joe - 3.75"" collection, includes the following accessories:
Marvin F. Hinton, codenamed Roadblock, made his powerful debut in 1984 as part of the third series of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero.
Known for his massive strength and his talent as a gourmet chef, Roadblock quickly became one of the most iconic characters in the franchise.
His figure is recognized for the heavy Browning M2 machine gun, tripod, and ammo backpack.
Available at retail until 1986, his popularity led to extensive international distribution, resulting in multiple cardback versions in different languages with minor regional modifications—an essential piece for vintage action figure enthusiasts.
Variations
Roadblock (v1) features a specific production variation concerning his gear:
Accessories: His helmet, machine gun, and tripod were molded in either bright green or dull green plastic. The dull green variant is notorious for "leaking" a red fluid over time, a common occurrence in 1984 production runs that can be easily wiped away.
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