Batman - Dark Stone Grey Suit, Black Cowl, Scowl with White Pupils, Spongy Fabric Cape
bat001 · Batman
Classic LEGO Batman (2006-2008) · 2006
Figure ID
bat001
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Common
Head
Flesh-colored head with white pupil eyes and a stern scowl/gritted teeth expression, dual-sided printing not present, standard Batman cowl piece with short pointed ears in black.
Torso
Black torso with detailed grey muscle shading and the classic yellow-oval Batman chest emblem with a black bat inside. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain black hips and black legs with grey printing depicting a utility belt and boot straps continuation.
Accessories
Soft, spongy fabric black cape with a curved upper edge fitting over the neck stalk underneath the cowl.
Color Scheme
Primarily black with dark grey muscle accent lines and a bright yellow-and-black chest logo.
Printing Details
Pad-printed grey linework on black torso and legs, standard white eyes and skin-tone mouth print on the head. High quality for mid-2000s licensed themes.
Variants
Includes versions with blueish-grey suits, solid black suits, and later dual-molded cowl variants.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the yellow chest emblem printing and dust accumulation on the soft fabric cape. Check for cracking around the torso arms and hip joints.
Estimated Value
5.00 USD to 12.00 USD depending on condition and completeness.
Price (New)
Came in sets ranging from 15 USD to 100 USD during the 2006-2008 wave.
Compatible Sets
7781 The Batmobile: Two-Face's Escape, 7783 The Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze's Invasion, 7782 The Batwing: The Joker's Aerial Assault, 7784 The Batmobile Ultimate Collectors' Edition
Character Background
Bruce Wayne, billionaire playboy by day and vigilante crime-fighter Batman by night, defending Gotham City from iconic villains like The Joker, Two-Face, and The Penguin.
Design Notes
Represents the foundational design of LEGO Batman before the introduction of the dual-molded cowl in later iterations and the shift to the brighter color palettes of The LEGO Batman Movie.
Similar Minifigures
Batman variants from the 2007-2008 wave, LEGO DC Super Heroes Batman figures.
Collectibility
High nostalgia value for collectors who grew up with the original 2006 LEGO Batman wave, moderately collectible.
History
First introduced in 2006 alongside the launch of the highly successful LEGO Batman theme which predated the formal DC Super Heroes umbrella.
Interesting Facts
The soft fabric cape used in this era is thicker and more spongy compared to the thin paper-like capes introduced in later years.
Display Suggestions
Display on a black or dark grey LEGO baseplate alongside classic villains from the 2006 wave inside a dust-free acrylic case.
Modification Potential
Great for purist customisations or upgrading to modern dual-molded cowls and printed arms.
Overall Assessment
An iconic nostalgic figure that started the modern LEGO superhero era, highly recommended for classic Batman completionists.