Batman - Dark Gray Suit with Winged Knight Helmet
bat001 · Batman
Classic LEGO Batman / Original 2006 Wave · 2006
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
bat001
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, highly nostalgic piece of LEGO history. Rating: 9/10 for collectors. While superseded in accuracy by later cowls, its unique charm and early-era design make it a must-have for superhero collections.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete condition ranges from $15 to $35 USD depending on cape integrity and helmet condition. New/sealed figures are virtually nonexistent outside of opened sets.
Original Retail
Originally available in 2006 sets priced between $20 and $100 USD, where the minifigure served as the primary collectibility draw.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Yellow head with solid white round eyes with black pupils printed inside, featuring a stern closed-mouth expression. Shared across early LEGO Batman sets from 2006-2008.
Torso
Light bluish gray torso featuring the classic yellow oval Batman logo with a black bat silhouette in the center. Includes a printed yellow utility belt with a metallic gold buckle. Plain dark blue arms and black hands.
Legs
Solid light bluish gray standard unprinted legs with plain light bluish gray hips.
Accessories
Includes a black winged knight-style helmet (uniquely molded with bat wings protruding from the sides), a standard dark blue fabric cape with a single neck hole, and a Batarang.
Printing Details
Simple, clean 2006-era pad printing. The torso features front printing only with no back printing. The logo is sharply defined with classic vibrant yellow and dense black ink.
Color Scheme
Light bluish gray, dark blue, yellow, black, and metallic gold accents on the belt.
Known Variants
Appeared in a few variations during the 2006-2008 run, including light gray vs. light bluish gray plastic formulations, and later versions utilizing a dual-molded cowl instead of the separate winged helmet and head combo.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the prominent winged helmet horns, wear on the fabric cape edges, fading or scratching on the torso logo, and clutch power degradation on older ABS plastic.
Found In Sets
7779 Batman Dragster: Catwoman Pursuit, 7780 The Batmobile: Ultimate Bat-Tank, 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, 7888 The Tumbler: Joker's Ice Cream Surprise
Character Background
Based on the iconic DC Comics superhero Batman, Bruce Wayne, drawing heavy inspiration from the classic comic books and the Tim Burton 1989 film aesthetic rather than the later Christopher Nolan films.
Design Notes
Notable for using a two-piece headgear system—a standard yellow minifigure head underneath a modified Castle-style knight helmet with bat wings attached—before LEGO introduced the specialized one-piece rubberized Batman cowl.
History
Introduced in the inaugural 2006 LEGO Batman theme wave, which marked LEGO's second major licensed superhero property after Spider-Man. This specific figure represents the very first generation of LEGO Batman.
Interesting Facts
The winged helmet piece used for this Batman was actually a modified re-release of an older Castle-era knight helmet mold, giving this early Batman a distinct medieval knight appearance.
Collectibility
High collectibility among nostalgic LEGO Batman fans and superhero collectors due to its vintage 2006 status and unique winged helmet design that predates the modern standard cowl.
Similar Minifigures
Batman with standard cowl (bat002), Robin (bat003), The Joker (bat005), and later iterations of classic comic-style Batman.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black LEGO display stand alongside early villains like The Joker and Catwoman from the 2006 wave, protected from direct sunlight to prevent yellowing of the light gray plastic.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist customs or retro MOCs. The parts can easily be swapped with modern Batman elements, though purists prefer keeping the original 2006 configuration intact.