Batman - Dark Bluish Gray Suit, Black Cowl, Dual-Sided Head, Utility Belt
sh016 · Super Heroes
DC Comics · 2012
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sh016
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A quintessential classic superhero minifigure representing the foundational era of the modern LEGO DC theme, great for any collector starting a superhero display.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$3.00 - $6.00 USD used, up to $10.00 USD new.
Original Retail
Originally came in sets ranging from $12.00 to $50.00 USD in 2012.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Flesh tone with dual-sided printing featuring a stern expression on one side and a smirk/grinning expression on the other, white eyes.
Torso
Dark bluish gray torso with intricate light bluish gray muscle shading, a classic black bat symbol inside a gray oval, and a metallic gold utility belt printed across the bottom.
Legs
Plain dark bluish gray legs with standard hip piece.
Accessories
Standard soft black fabric cape with two neck holes and a standard black Batman cowl with medium ears.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front with detailed muscle lines and textured utility belt. Dual-sided face printing.
Color Scheme
Dark bluish gray, black, light bluish gray, and metallic gold accents.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple slightly different versions across the 2012-2015 DC Super Heroes wave depending on head print and cowl mold variations.
Condition Notes
Check for scratches on the torso printing, dust on the fabric cape, and wear around the neck stalk from removing the cowl.
Found In Sets
6857 The Dynamic Duo Funhouse Escape, 6860 The Batcave, 6864 Batmobile and the Two-Face Chase
Character Background
Bruce Wayne, billionaire industrialist by day and Gotham City's vigilante protector known as Batman by night.
Design Notes
Represents the modern comic book iteration of Batman, bridging the gap between earlier classic black-suited variants and later movie-inspired designs.
History
Introduced at the launch of the LEGO Super Heroes theme in 2012, establishing the standard modern look for comic-based Batman minifigures.
Interesting Facts
This wave marked the definitive transition of Batman from his earlier all-black molded look to the classic gray-and-black comic book aesthetic.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility as a staple hero, though widely available due to appearing in multiple popular sets from 2012.
Similar Minifigures
Other comic-accurate Batman figures from the 2012-2015 LEGO DC Super Heroes theme.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard black LEGO baseplate alongside classic DC villains like The Joker and Harley Quinn.
Modification Potential
Highly versatile for custom Batman MOCs or upgrading with cloth capes and custom printed accessories.