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The Combat Jet Skystriker [XP-14F] was first released boxed in U.S. toy stores in 1983. The box included the driver, Ace. The toy was also sold in 1984 and 1985, then was discontinued in 1986.
Original Retail Price (Approx.): $14.95
Hasbro Product Number: 6010
Lee's Guide: GIJ-83056v
Tomart's Guide: #GI5159 (without grid) and 5160 (with grid)
The Ultimate Guide: Pg. 28 (1st Ed.), Pg. 43 (2nd Ed.)
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This was the only version of the Skystriker ever released.
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Ace was released as part of the second series (1983). He came packaged exclusively with the GI Joe Combat Jet Skystriker [XP-14F].
Click here for more on Ace.
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The parachutes are commonly missing with the Skystriker. Receiving the parachutes with the Skystriker is a real find.
The canopy, the two tail fins, the six missiles, the two seats, and the two engines are also sometimes lost. Of the six missile, the two front "stinger" missiles are often found broken. Take extra care of the "stinger" missiles.
Note that the Skystriker is molded in white plastic than can sometimes become discolored yellow. Some factors known to cause the discoloration include exposure to direct sunlight for an extended period of time, humidity, contact with chemicals (such as glue or tape), and bright artificial light.
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There are two versions of the nose gun on the Combat Jet Skystriker [XP-14F]. One version of the nose has a grid behind the gun - the other version does not have the grid.
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The vehicle mold was repainted or retooled for the following vehicles:
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The Combat Jet Skystriker was released in Europe in the late 1980s.
In Brazil in 1986, the Skystriker was released by Estrela Toys as the Super Caça-Bombardeiro.
In the 1990s, a Funskool India Skystriker was released in a slightly darker shade of gray with red missiles.
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Images From The Collections Of:
Chad Hucal, E. Son, Dan Klingensmith, BLZBOB, Andre Pochini, Ron Austin, David Croft, Phillip Donnelly, and Anonymous
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![Combat Jet Skystriker [XP-14F]](skystriker_title.jpg)
