Epic Arctic Assault: In‑Depth Look at the G.I. Joe Classified Snow C.A.T. HasLab

Hasbro reveals the return of the iconic 1985 Snow C.A.T. with a stunning Classified Series HasLab rebuild, complete with driver Frostbite and a beefed‑up feature list. This post dives into campaign details, comparisons with the vintage vehicle, and what makes this a standout project.

Release Date: Campaign runs 30 June–14 August 2025, shipping expected late Fall 2026
MSRP: US $324.99
Edition Size: Minimum production depends on achieving 8,000 backers
Manufacturer / Licence: Hasbro, under official G.I. Joe licence

What is the Snow C.A.T. in G.I. Joe lore and why is it chosen for HasLab?

The Snow C.A.T. (Combat All‑Terrain) vehicle is an arctic specialist half‑track introduced in 1985’s A Real American Hero line. Designed for sub-zero warfare and piloted by Frostbite, its massive missile armament and multi-figure capacity made it a fan favourite. It’s a perfect HasLab candidate due to its scale, nostalgia factor, and impressive size, the kind of vehicle that only really works with crowdfunded support.

Features and stretch goals for Snow C.A.T. HasLab Classified Series

The Classified Series Snow C.A.T. is a cold weather beast reimagined with premium modern detail. The vehicle measures over 21 inches long and includes:

• Working suspension with articulated wheels and rubberised treads
• LED dashboard and illuminated cabin details
• 360-degree rotating missile turret with ski-mounted missiles
• Removable cargo crates containing “Avalanche” missiles
• Shockwave blast effect parts
• Hinged engine panels and transparent windshield with articulated wiper
• Room for multiple Classified Series figures inside and on foot pegs

The stretch goals sweeten the deal further:

• 10,000 backers: Unlocks Lady Jaye in Arctic Gear
• 12,000 backers: Adds a Bivouac Battle Station
• 14,000 backers: Brings Flint in Arctic Gear to the field

This is the kind of build-a-squad momentum HasLab thrives on, letting fans form their own winter ops unit in Classified scale.

Comparison of Snow C.A.T. HasLab Classified Series to vintage vehicle

The original 1985 Snow Cat had simple charms, from the swiveling canopy to the bright orange ski torpedoes. It was a fun and functional design that stood out on snowy battlefields. This new version captures that spirit while pushing every boundary—LED lights, blast effects, a functioning suspension, and articulation in places most 80s vehicles could only dream of.

And unlike the snug fit of old 3.75” figures, the Classified Series Snow C.A.T. is scaled for 6-inch figures, offering room to comfortably load up the likes of Sgt Slaughter and Mercer or Arctic‑ready troops.

How to back G.I. Joe Classified Snow C.A.T. HasLab project

If you’re ready to roll out, here’s how to secure your Snow C.A.T.:

1. Head to Hasbro Pulse and pledge the $324.99 base campaign
2. The campaign ends 14 August 2025
3. Your card is only charged if the 8,000 backer goal is reached

Early pledging is encouraged, especially if you want to see those extra tiers come to life. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t want that Arctic Lady Jaye?

GI Joe Snow C.A.T. HasLab campaign price and tiers

Here’s the full tier breakdown to help decide if you’re all in:

• Base Price: $324.99 includes the Snow C.A.T. and exclusive Frostbite figure
• Stretch Tier 1 (10K backers): Lady Jaye in Arctic Gear
• Stretch Tier 2 (12K backers): Bivouac Battle Station accessory
• Stretch Tier 3 (14K backers): Flint in Arctic Gear with winter-ready deco

While it’s a high entry point, the campaign aims to justify it with features, scale, and exclusives.

G.I. Joe Snow C.A.T. toy history

The Snow Cat’s icy roots go back to 1985, when it was first introduced with the Frostbite figure. Designed for rugged winter terrain, it combined a half-track layout with unique styling including ski missiles, a forward canopy, and a rotating missile rack.

It returned in the 1988 Tiger Force line as the Tiger Cat, and again in 2003 for the Spy Troops relaunch with a darker repaint and modernised Frostbite. Despite its multiple reissues, the original remains a fan favourite, often cited as one of the most distinct vehicles in the classic Joe line.

This new HasLab campaign pays tribute to all of that, while giving the Snow C.A.T. a Classified makeover that finally gives arctic ops their due.

Final Thoughts

Whether you remember the Snow C.A.T. from Christmas morning in 1985 or discovered it through comics and cartoons later on, this HasLab brings serious snow-day nostalgia. With high-end features, unlockable extras, and strong ties to G.I. Joe lore, the campaign feels like one of Classified’s most ambitious yet.

If you’ve enjoyed our looks at C.L.A.W. Cobra pilot and other retro-inspired releases, this one should be squarely on your radar.

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