Batman - Light Bluish Gray Suit, Dark Blue Cowl and Cape
bat001 · Batman
Classic / Original 2006 Wave · 2006
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
bat001
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A classic piece of LEGO history that established the foundational look for modern superhero themes.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation5 to 15 USD depending on condition and presence of the original cape.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets priced from 20 to 100 USD in 2006.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Solid flesh tone with simple white eye printing and a determined expression, wearing a dark blue cowl piece.
Torso
Light bluish gray torso with classic yellow oval Batman chest logo, black muscle contour printing, and dark blue hips with a printed yellow utility belt.
Legs
Light bluish gray unprinted legs.
Accessories
Dark blue fabric cape.
Printing Details
Simple early-era pad printing with basic chest emblem and minimal body contouring typical of mid-2000s licensed themes.
Color Scheme
Light bluish gray, dark blue, yellow, and black.
Known Variants
Features variants with black cowl and cape, as well as solid black suit designs.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the printed yellow utility belt and fading or scratching on the classic torso emblem. Check the neck stalk and cowl for stress marks.
Found In Sets
7781 The Batmobile: Two-Face's Escape, 7782 The Batwing: The Joker's Aerial Assault, 7783 The Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze's Invasion, 7784 The Batmobile Ultimate Collection, 7785 Arkham Asylum
Character Background
Bruce Wayne operates as Batman, Gotham City's vigilante protector, using his wealth, intellect, and physical prowess to fight crime.
Design Notes
One of the earliest original LEGO Batman minifigures utilizing the classic molded cowl piece before dual-molding technologies were introduced.
History
Marked the debut of the dedicated LEGO Batman theme ahead of the modern DC Super Heroes era.
Interesting Facts
This initial 2006 wave predates the official LEGO DC Super Heroes branding by several years.
Collectibility
High nostalgia value for collectors who grew up with the original 2006 LEGO Batman line, though widely produced.
Similar Minifigures
Batman in black suit (bat003), Robin (bat002), Joker henchmen from the 2006 wave.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a simple black LEGO plate alongside classic villains like The Joker and The Penguin from the 2006 wave.
Modification Potential
Can be easily upgraded with modern custom capes or combined with newer dual-molded leg parts.