Batman - Black Suit with Yellow Belt and Crest, Light Flesh Head
sh016 · Super Heroes
DC Universe · 2012 (First release of the modern DC line)
Figure ID
sh016
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2012 (First release of the modern DC line)
Rarity
Uncommon. While widely available in 2012, this specific version with the light flesh head and soft cape is highly sought after as a baseline iconic Batman.
Head
Light Flesh head with white headband (to create 'white eyes' look when the cowl is on), neutral expression, and cheek lines. Dual-sided with a 'grumpy/fighting' expression.
Torso
Black torso with yellow Batman logo crest and muscle definition. Integrated yellow utility belt design. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain black legs with black hips, no specific printing.
Accessories
Traditional black soft fabric cape with scalloped bottom. Note: This item in the image is missing its Cowl (mask piece) and typically comes with Batarangs.
Color Scheme
Dominant black with bright yellow accents (crest/belt) and light flesh skin tone.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and head. Clean lines on the utility belt and logo crest.
Variants
Variants include sh016a (differs only in cape material) and the later sh132 (which uses a neck-cowl piece/different printing).
Condition Notes
The cape shows minor fraying at the edges. Common wear includes silvering of the yellow print and torso cracking under the arms. This specific figure is missing its cowl piece.
Estimated Value
Used (Complete): $12-$18. Used (Incomplete as shown): $6-$9. New: $35+.
Price (New)
Appeared in sets ranging from $12.99 (Catwoman Catcycle City Chase) to $69.99 (Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze Invasion).
Compatible Sets
6858 Catwoman Catcycle City Chase, 6860 The Batcave, 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City.
Character Background
Bruce Wayne, the Batman. This version represents the 'New 52' or classic comic hybrid style introduced at the start of the 2012 LEGO Super Heroes reboot.
Design Notes
A refinement of the 2006-2008 Batman series. It moved from yellow skin to realistic light flesh and simplified the chest crest logo.
Similar Minifigures
sh002 (Batman - Gray Suit), sh151 (Batman - Justice League), sh132 (Scuba Batman).
Collectibility
High demand for completionists. This is the 'Standard' LEGO Batman of the early 2010s and remains a nostalgic favorite.
History
Followed the 2006 line; transitioned from the original yellow-skin style to the 'licensed' flesh-tone look that defined the modern LEGO era.
Interesting Facts
The white headband on the head is specifically designed so that the Batman Cowl displays white eyes, a staple of comic book depictions.
Display Suggestions
Display in a Batcave build or alongside the 2012 Robin (sh011) and Catwoman (sh017).
Modification Potential
Excellent for MOCs. The torso and legs are versatile for any black-clad hero or ninja character.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential Batman minifigure. While missing the cowl, the torso and head remain in good condition. 8/10 for iconic status.