Mainframe
Hasbro • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1986
Condition
Fair to Good. Visible paint wear on the hair/helmet and chest. The joints appear slightly loose, and the figure is missing all original accessories.
Estimated Market Value
$8.00 - $15.00 USD (Loose without accessories)
Description
Mainframe is the G.I. Joe team Computer Specialist. The figure features a grey/black vest over a brown jumpsuit, black boots, and a black helmet. He has a distinctive silver dog tag painted on his chest and green rank/unit patches on his left arm. The figure originally came with a grey computer backpack, a walkie-talkie, and a black rifle.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$8.00 - $15.00 USD (Loose without accessories)
Auction Estimate
$5.00 - $12.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Original retail release, United States market, manufactured in Hong Kong or China
Model Number
5285
Toy Type
3.75 inch scale, plastic, swivel-arm battle grip articulation
Toy Condition
Fair to Good. Visible paint wear on the hair/helmet and chest. The joints appear slightly loose, and the figure is missing all original accessories.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging. Figure is loose as shown.
Rarity & Significance
Common. While Mainframe is a well-known character from the 1986 series and the Sunbow cartoon, he is not considered a rare 'grail' figure. He is significant as a core member of the mid-80s roster during the peak of G.I. Joe's popularity.
Special Features
Includes a sculpted holster on the right leg and detailed tech-readout paint applications on the left sleeve.
Notable Variations
A 'Special Mission' Brazil version (named Glenda-color scheme derivative) and a 2008 25th Anniversary remake exist, but this is the standard 1986 vintage mold.