Batman - Utility Belt, Light Bluish Gray Dual-Sided Head
bat001 · Batman
Classic Batman / Original 2006 Wave · 2006
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
bat001
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
An absolute classic foundational superhero minifigure with high nostalgic value, decent print quality for its era, and essential for any comprehensive Batman collector.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete condition ranges from $5 to $12 USD depending on the tightness of parts and condition of the cape and printing.
Original Retail
Originally available only as part of larger LEGO Batman sets in 2006, with sets ranging from $20 to $100+ USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Light bluish gray skin tone with dual-sided printing featuring white eyes, a stern expression on one side, and a slight smirk or grit on the other. Covered by the classic rigid black cowl with long ears.
Torso
Black torso with detailed armor muscle shading in dark gray, and the iconic yellow oval Batman logo on the chest. Features a printed yellow utility belt at the base. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain black unprinted legs connected to a black hip piece.
Accessories
Includes the standard black fabric cape with two neck holes and scalloped bottom edge, fitting between the head/cowl and torso.
Printing Details
Pad printed chest details, yellow oval symbol, and utility belt. Simple dual-sided face print with white eye masks integrated into the head.
Color Scheme
Predominantly black with accent colors of yellow for the chest emblem and utility belt, dark gray for torso muscle shading, and white for the eyes.
Known Variants
Variants include versions with slightly different head prints across the 2006-2008 Batman and Batman II lines, as well as light gray vs dark gray suit variations.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the black torso, fading or chipping of the yellow belt print, dust accumulation in the cape fabric, and loose clutch power in older hip pieces.
Found In Sets
7779 Batman Dragster: Catwoman Pursuit, 7780 The Batboat: Hunt for Killer Croc, 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 Collectors' Edition
Character Background
Bruce Wayne, billionaire industrialist of Gotham City, who witnesses his parents' murder as a child and trains to fight crime as the vigilante Batman.
Design Notes
Represents the foundational design of LEGO Batman before the advent of molded dual-molded masks or extensive leg printing in later themes like DC Super Heroes.
History
Debuted in the very first wave of the LEGO Batman theme in 2006, marking the beginning of LEGO's extensive partnership with DC Comics.
Interesting Facts
This specific figure line launched right before the Christopher Nolan Dark Knight trilogy became a massive cultural phenomenon, heavily shaping modern superhero sets.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility as a nostalgic piece for fans of the original 2006 LEGO Batman theme, though heavily produced.
Similar Minifigures
Other early DC Batman variants from 2006-2008, such as Batman in the grey suit or the variant with a lighter gray cowl.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard black LEGO baseplate alongside classic rogues like the 2006 Joker, Riddler, and Penguin minifigures inside an acrylic dust-free display case.
Modification Potential
Can be easily upgraded using purist custom parts such as modern dual-molded boots or updated capes while retaining the classic head and torso.