Power Miners Miner - E.G.D. / Rex
pwr007 · Power Miners
Power Miners Subterranean Mining Crew · 2009
Figure ID
pwr007
Theme
Power Miners
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Common
Head
Yellow head with orange safety goggles, smiling expression, and dual-sided print featuring a determined look on the reverse
Torso
Black torso with orange utility vest, green hazard stripe, pocket details, and radio/microphone strap printed across the front; back features utility tool printing
Legs
Black legs with printed silver utility belt, knee pads, and green/silver hazard stripe on the lower shins
Accessories
Typically comes with a mining helmet with headlamp or a dynamic rock crystal element, though currently shown without headgear
Color Scheme
Black, bright orange, bright yellowish-green, and standard yellow
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring detailed hazard vests, intricate tool straps, goggle reflections, and leg padding typical of the late 2000s LEGO design standards
Variants
Appears with different headgear options across various sets in the Power Miners wave, such as hard hats or caps with built-in lights
Condition Notes
Common wear includes scratching on the printed torso and fading of the yellow head piece. Check clutch power and arm looseness due to age.
Estimated Value
Approximately $2 to $5 USD depending on completeness and condition
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $10 to $90 USD in 2009
Compatible Sets
8957 Mine Mech, 8959 Claw Digger, 8960 Thunder Driller, 8961 Crystal Sweeper
Character Background
Part of the elite Power Miners team sent underground to harvest power crystals while defending against subterranean rock monsters
Design Notes
Features classic Power Miners uniform styling that emphasizes heavy-duty industrial safety gear and hazard striping suited for deep underground exploration
Similar Minifigures
Other Power Miners crew members such as Duke, Doc, or Seismic
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility among fans of classic late-2000s LEGO themes, though widely available and affordable on the secondary market
History
Released during the height of LEGO's adventure-themed lines in 2009 as a successor to the Rock Raiders theme of 1999
Interesting Facts
The Power Miners theme was praised for its creative mechanical designs and vibrant neon orange and green crystal elements
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or rocky custom baseplate alongside other Power Miners and rock monster figures
Modification Potential
Great for sci-fi, industrial, or post-apocalyptic MOCs due to the utilitarian hazard vest printing
Overall Assessment
A fun, highly detailed staple of the Power Miners line with great parts utility and strong nostalgic appeal for 2000s LEGO collectors