Iron Man - Mark 50 Armor (with Wings/Back Attachment)
sh496 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers: Infinity War · 2018 (First appeared in the Thanos: Ultimate Battle set)
Figure ID
sh496
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2018 (First appeared in the Thanos: Ultimate Battle set)
Rarity
Uncommon. This version was available in two sets during the Infinity War wave. While mass-produced, it is highly sought after as the definitive Mark 50 representation and the first use of the 'one-piece' helmet mold.
Head
Double-sided Tony Stark head (determined/squinting and intense battle expressions) underneath a Dark Red Helmet with a Flat Silver/Gold faceplate. This was a significant departure from the classic opening faceplate design.
Torso
Dark Red torso with intricate gold and silver nanotech armor printing front and back. The Arc Reactor is triangular. It features dark red arms and hands to match the sleek nanotech suit aesthetic.
Legs
Dark Red legs with detailed front printing continuing the gold and silver nanotech plating design from the torso. The printing represents the aerodynamic armor plates seen in the films.
Accessories
Includes a specialized brick-built jetpack/wing attachment using a neck bracket, trans-light blue Power Burst elements for thrusters, and 1x2 dark red tiles with gold stickered or printed detailing to represent the nanotech flight stabilizers.
Color Scheme
Primarily Dark Red with accents of Pearl Gold, Flat Silver, and Trans-Light Blue for the energy effects. This palette reflects the more organic, sleek look of Stark's nanotech armor.
Printing Details
High-density pad printing on the torso and legs. The alignment between the torso and hip piece is crucial for this figure. It features more silver detailing than previous suits to emphasize the 'Bleeding Edge' inspiration.
Variants
This specific sh496 figure is consistent across its appearances. It differs from the Mark 85 (sh553) which uses a more classic gold/red split, and the older Mark 45/46 versions which used the 2-piece opening helmet.
Condition Notes
The one-piece helmet can suffer from paint rubbing on the gold faceplate. The trans-blue Power Burst pieces are easily lost. Check the neck bracket for stress marks from the heavy wing attachment.
Estimated Value
Used: $12 - $18 USD; New/Mint: $22 - $30 USD. The value is bolstered by the presence of the brick-built wing assembly which is often disassembled in used lots.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 76107 ($69.99) and set 76108 ($99.99). It was a mid-to-high tier figure within those set price points.
Compatible Sets
76107 Thanos: Ultimate Battle; 76108 Sanctum Sanctorum Showdown.
Character Background
Tony Stark's 50th Iron Man suit, debuted in Avengers: Infinity War. It uses nanotechnology to form weapons and flight surfaces instantly, allowing Stark to battle Thanos on Titan.
Design Notes
This figure marked the debut of the 'streamlined' helmet mold (Part 35366), which fans initially found controversial because it didn't open, but it allowed for a more movie-accurate head shape for the nanotech era.
Similar Minifigures
Iron Man Mark 85 (sh553), Iron Man Mark 46 (sh254), and the Series 22 Robot Warrior for mechanical parts.
Collectibility
High. It is the central suit of the Infinity War film and essential for any 'Hall of Armor' collection.
History
Part of the first wave of sets to introduce the 'Power Burst' play system. It represents the peak of Tony Stark's tech evolution before the final Mark 85 suit in Endgame.
Interesting Facts
The wing design in 76107 is different from the one in 76108, though the minifigure itself remains the same sh496 identifier. This was the first LEGO Iron Man to accurately capture the triangular arc reactor since the Mark 6.
Display Suggestions
Display using a clear posing stand to simulate flight. Pairs perfectly with the Thanos big-fig from 76107 or Doctor Strange from 76108 to recreate the 'Battle on Titan'.
Modification Potential
The back attachment is highly modular; many fans replace the 1x2 tiles with larger custom nanotech weapons or 'lightning refocuser' builds from Endgame.
Overall Assessment
An excellent 9/10 minifigure. The detail of the printing and the new helmet mold makes it a standout. It remains one of the best 'movie-style' Iron Man figures LEGO has produced.