Fire - Reflective Stripes, Black Fire Suit, White Helmet, Fire Breathing Apparatus
cty0353 · City
Fire · First released in 2013. This figure represents the move toward high-detail printing and specialized safety equipment in the City theme.
Figure ID
cty0353
Theme
City
Year Released
First released in 2013. This figure represents the move toward high-detail printing and specialized safety equipment in the City theme.
Rarity
Common. This figure appeared in multiple sets between 2013 and 2015, making it easily accessible for most collectors.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone. Features a male face with a reddish-brown goatee, smile, and eyebrows. The head is topped with a white fire helmet (3833) and a trans-clear visor (2447).
Torso
Black torso with reflective lime green horizontal stripes and tan harness printing. Includes details like a carabiner and a pressure gauge/radio on the chest. Arms are black with dark bluish gray hands.
Legs
Black legs with reflective lime green horizontal stripes on both legs to match the torso uniform. No side or back leg printing.
Accessories
Includes a grey breathing apparatus/oxygen mask (unique neck-bracket mold 92437m01) and a yellow oxygen tank on the back. Accessories like axes or fire extinguishers are often paired with this figure in sets.
Color Scheme
Primary color is Black, accented with High-Visibility Lime Green and Tan. Accessories are White, Dark Bluish Gray, and Yellow.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and the front of the legs. The 'reflective' lime green is particularly vibrant, designed to look like real firefighter PPE.
Variants
There are several variants of this firefighter using the same suit but different head pieces or helmet colors (e.g., cty0394 uses a different face and a black helmet).
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the silver/lime printing on the torso which can scratch off with heavy play. The visor is prone to scuffing and losing its transparency over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $1.50 - $3.00 USD. New/Mint: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. Value is stable due to high supply.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $10.00 (Starter Sets) to $100.00 (Fire Stations). The price-per-minifigure context was approximately $3.00-$4.00 within retail sets.
Compatible Sets
Set 60001 (Fire Chief Car), 60002 (Fire Truck), 60003 (Fire Emergency), 60004 (Fire Station), and 60010 (Fire Helicopter).
Character Background
A standard-issue LEGO City Firefighter. This specific design was the 'face' of the Fire sub-theme during the early 2010s, appearing in marketing and video game cameos.
Design Notes
The 2013 redesign was a major step up in realism compared to the 2000s era. The oxygen mask piece is a specialized mold that provides a bulky, realistic silhouette for hazmat/fire scenarios.
Similar Minifigures
cty0352 (Female version in same suit), cty0480 (Forest Firefighter), and cty1557 (Modern 2024 Firefighter).
Collectibility
Moderate. While common, it is a staple figure for anyone building a realistic LEGO City layout or a fire department MOC.
History
LEGO Firefighters date back to the 1970s. This specific black-and-lime color scheme marked a departure from the classic 'all-black' or 'red' uniforms of previous decades.
Interesting Facts
The pressure gauge printed on the torso is often called a 'manometer' by enthusiasts. This specific oxygen mask mold was first introduced shortly before this figure's release.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in groups of three or four inside a Fire Station set (60004) or hanging from the side of a fire truck ladder to show off the breathing apparatus.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' customs. The torso and legs are versatile for SWAT, Sci-Fi, or industrial worker minifigures if the head is swapped.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential modern LEGO City figure. It features great detail and functional accessories. While not rare, it is an essential piece of history for the City theme.