Iron Man Mark 17 - Heartbreaker
sh079 · Marvel Super Heroes
Iron Man 3 · 2013
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sh079
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
A fantastic and highly collectible minifigure for Marvel fans, though the pictured specimen shows moderate wear that slightly impacts collector value.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete condition ranges between $25 to $45 USD depending on the specific condition of the metallic printing and presence of accessories.
Original Retail
Originally available in set 76008 which retailed for $12.99 USD upon its release in 2013.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Standard dual-sided flesh-toned head featuring Tony Stark with a smirking expression on one side and an alternate expression with HUD overlay/straining on the reverse. Covered by a dark bluish gray helmet piece with printing.
Torso
Light bluish gray torso with intricate dark blue and gold mechanical plating details representing the Heartbreaker suit, featuring a large circular light blue Arc Reactor core in the center and detailed back printing.
Legs
Light bluish gray legs with extensive mechanical and armor line printing matching the upper body, continuing the dark blue and gold accent motifs down to the feet.
Accessories
None standard shown in hand, but typically comes with translucent blue power blast accessories representing repulsor energy.
Printing Details
Extremely detailed pad printing across all visible surfaces including head, torso front and back, and leg fronts with precise alignment and complex geometric armor paneling.
Color Scheme
Light bluish gray, dark blue, gold, and translucent light blue representing the specialized artillery-level suit from the Iron Man 3 movie.
Known Variants
Part of the massive wave of Iron Man armor variants released for the Iron Man 3 film, each featuring unique printing distinguishing the specific suit model.
Condition Notes
The pictured figure shows moderate play wear with some scratching and scuffing on the metallic helmet and torso printing, which is common for older metallic-colored pieces.
Found In Sets
76008 Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown (2013)
Character Background
Tony Stark's Mark XVII (Mark 17) suit, known as 'Heartbreaker', is a Heavy Artillery RT Suit featured in the climax of Iron Man 3 among the House Party Protocol armors.
Design Notes
Features a specialized mold for the helmet piece that opens up, characteristic of the early-to-mid 2010s LEGO Iron Man minifigures before later printed solid helmet pieces became standard.
History
Released during the height of the Iron Man 3 theatrical release in 2013 as part of a smaller-scale superhero set, making it a sought-after piece for character completists.
Interesting Facts
The Heartbreaker armor in the movie is designed for heavy combat and features an oversized chest RT capable of firing massive repulsor blasts, which is accurately reflected in the torso printing.
Collectibility
High demand among Marvel Super Heroes completionists and Iron Man armor collectors due to the limited appearance of this specific suit in a low-cost retail set.
Similar Minifigures
Other Iron Man 3 armor variants such as Mark 42 (sh065), War Machine (sh074), and Iron Patriot (sh075).
Display Suggestions
Best displayed as part of a Hall of Armor MOC alongside other Iron Man suit variants on a clean acrylic stand away from direct sunlight.
Modification Potential
Popular for custom Hall of Armor builds and MOC dioramas recreating Tony Stark's subterranean workshop from Iron Man 3.