Raphael – 1988 TMNT Playmates
| Toyline: | TMNT |
|---|---|
| Year Released: | 1988 |
| Manufacturer: | Playmates |
| Series: | One |
| Rarity Level: | Common |
| Variant Name: | Soft and Hard Heads |
| Accessories: | Sai, Daggers, Ninja Stars, Kama |
Current Listings
| Type | Avg $ | Cheapest | # Listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loose | $14.92 | $4.99 | 14 |
| MOC | $172.08 | $75.00 | 19 |
📈 Recent eBay Sales
| ITEM TITLE | SOLD PRICE | CONDITION | VIEW |
|---|---|---|---|
| $225.00 | New | View ↗ | |
| $1,300.00 | New | View ↗ | |
| $13.99 | Used | View ↗ | |
| $32.00 | Used | View ↗ | |
| $187.10 | New | View ↗ |
Data sourced from eBay completed listings • Updated daily
Figure Lore & Legacy
Raphael’s debut in the 1988 Playmates TMNT line brought the team’s sarcastic and sharp-witted tough guy to plastic life. Known for his red bandana, hot temper, and signature twin sai, this figure perfectly embodied Raph’s gritty attitude from the animated series and comics. With a gritted-teeth sculpt and combat-ready stance, he was the Turtle you turned to when diplomacy failed and fists started flying.
Did You Know?
Raphael’s figure was released with both soft head (early 1988) and hard head (later 1988) versions. Soft head versions are more sought after by purists. While the figure itself is common, finding a fully complete example with the original orange weapons rack and all accessories—especially uncut—is far tougher.
