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News · 2026-07-29

M.A.R.S. S.N.A.K.E. Battle Suit Amazon Exclusive Now Up for Preorder

M.A.R.S. S.N.A.K.E. Battle Suit Amazon Exclusive Now Up for Preorder

San Diego Comic-Con 2026 delivered the first look at one of the year’s most ambitious Classified Series releases: the M.A.R.S. (Military Armaments Research Syndicate) S.N.A.K.E. (System Neutralizer-Armed Kloaking Equipment) Battle Suit. Designed by Destro’s scientists, this Amazon exclusive is Classified Series #219 and is now taking preorders for October 2026 delivery.

The Suit

The S.N.A.K.E. is built to house most 6-inch Classified Series figures inside an articulated cockpit, making it a display-dominating centerpiece that rivals premium third-party vehicles. Inside and around it, you’ll find:

  • 15 character-inspired accessories: missile, 2 wrist coupling pieces, 2 hands, flamethrower with 3 flame effects, power claw, laser cannon, jetpack, and 2 fuel tanks
  • Highly articulated cockpit with multiple points of articulation for high poseability
  • Hinged entryway for easy figure swaps and display configuration
  • Heavy armor plating in the crimson and black M.A.R.S. deco, modernized for the premium Classified scale

Brainwashing Tech

According to the official specs, the S.N.A.K.E. Suit’s most sinister feature is its neural sensor system. When captured G.I. Joes are placed inside, the suit’s powerful brainwashing technology converts them to enemy soldiers. Peak Cobra sci-fi, and exactly the kind of lore detail that made Cobra Commander’s war machine so memorable in the first place.

M.A.R.S. S.N.A.K.E. Battle Suit Classified Series packaging, Cobra deco with in-scale battle diorama art

Where to Get It

It’s an Amazon exclusive at $79.99, shipping October 2026, with preorders open now. Use the preorder button above, or the one at the end of this story.

This is a premium vehicle piece in a line where premium vehicles move fast, especially Amazon exclusives. The Mad Marauders 2-pack (Footloose, Mutt and Junkyard) is already tracking strong demand, so don’t wait on the S.N.A.K.E. if you want one.

Collect the Line

The S.N.A.K.E. Suit marks another major SDCC reveal for the Classified Series. It joins other recent arrivals like the retro-carded Falcon, Flash, and Cobra Valkyrie ($27.99 each, October 2026) and reinforces Hasbro’s commitment to premium collector vehicles. Start building your Cobra armor collection today: explore the full Classified Series lineup on G.I. Joe Army.

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