Rolling Thunder Appraisal

G.I. Joe Rolling Thunder with Skyhawk Jet Vehicle Set

The item captured in the image appears to be a vintage G.I. Joe Rolling Thunder with Skyhawk Jet vehicle set, likely from the late 1980s or early 1990s. The set consists of two primary components: a large, olive-drab tank-like ground vehicle resembling the 'Rolling Thunder' mobile launch platform, and a smaller, white and green airplane, consistent with the 'Skyhawk' jet. The ground vehicle is predominantly olive green, with black wheels and various decals. It features a prominent grey missile or cannon assembly mounted on its top, which appears to be articulated. Yellow and green accents, along with what looks like a winged star emblem (G.I. Joe's symbol), are visible on the sides and front of the vehicle. The overall construction appears to be plastic, typical for action figure vehicles of this era. The Skyhawk jet, manufactured primarily from lightweight plastic or a foam-like material, is white with green and brown striped detailing along the wings and fuselage. It also bears some numerical and letter decals, specifically 'E-L' and 'V7', and smaller winged emblems similar to those on the ground vehicle. A small propeller and a clear cockpit canopy are visible on the jet. Both pieces show signs of use and age. The white surfaces of the jet exhibit some discoloration or grime, particularly along the leading edges of the wings. The decals on both vehicles appear to be in reasonable condition but some show minor wear. There seem to be no major breaks or missing parts, though the condition of smaller accessories or figures that might have originally accompanied the set cannot be determined from the image. The style and design are characteristic of 1980s-1990s military-themed toy lines, emphasizing detailed vehicle design for imaginative play.