GI Joe Classified: Grand Slam & H.A.L. Blast Back With A 2026 Release Date
Classic G.I. Joe firepower is making a monumental return to the Classified Series, but fans will need patience. Hasbro Pulse has opened pre-orders for the iconic Grand Slam and his Heavy Artillery Laser (H.A.L.) – set for an October 2026 release. Yes, that’s two years out for this fan-favorite duo.
This set blasts straight out of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero's earliest days. It merges original designs with cutting-edge modern detailing. The H.A.L. unit gets a facelift, complete with attachable blast effects and an adjustable tow hitch ready for Joe or Cobra vehicles. Grand Slam, an original Joe famously absent from the classic cartoon, finally gets a contemporary figure update with a helmet and two guns. This is a deep cut for longtime collectors getting their due.
Priced at $84.99, this Hasbro Pulse exclusive offers vintage roots with modern flair. The wait is long, but for a piece of G.I. Joe history, the nostalgia is strong.
“Hasbro Pulse has opened pre-orders for the iconic Grand Slam and his Heavy Artillery Laser (H.A.L.) – set for an October 2026 release.”
Catzye Take
A two-year pre-order window is definitely something. What's interesting here is how Hasbro is leaning into deep cuts like Grand Slam for the Classified Series, showing a commitment to long-time fans. It makes you wonder what other obscure G.I. Joe characters might get the modern treatment next.
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