Batman - Dark Gray Suit, Gold Belt and Crest, Scowl
sh016b · Super Heroes
DC Universe · 2012 - Debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City, marking the soft relaunch of the LEGO Batman line under the 'Super Heroes' branding.
Figure ID
sh016b
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2012 - Debuted in set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City, marking the soft relaunch of the LEGO Batman line under the 'Super Heroes' branding.
Rarity
Common - This was a mainline Batman figure produced in high quantities across several entry-level and mid-range sets during 2012-2014.
Head
Light Flesh, dual-sided printing: one side with a scowl, the other with a determined/aggravated look. Features the classic white headband at the top to create the 'white eyes' look through the cowl.
Torso
Dark Stone Gray (Dark Bluish Gray) with black and gold muscle definition and utility belt printing. The bat-logo is a stylized design with a gold outline, and the utility belt has a prominent gold buckle.
Legs
Dark Stone Gray (Dark Bluish Gray), plain without printing.
Accessories
Black soft-fabric cape (traditional 2-hole design) and a Black Cowl (Style 1 with short ears). Typically bundled with a black Batarang as a handheld weapon.
Color Scheme
A monochromatic palette of Dark Stone Gray and Black, accented with Warm Gold for the belt and crest highlights.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head and torso. The torso features fine line work to denote muscularity and the segmented pouches of the belt. No arm or leg printing is present.
Variants
sh016 (Dark Gray Suit with light bluish gray head) and sh151 (with a different head print). This specific variant sh016b is characterized by the Light Flesh head color.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fraying on the edges of the cloth cape and 'chin rub' where the cowl meets the head print. Dark gray parts are less prone to yellowing than lighter colors but can show scratches easily.
Estimated Value
New: $10.00 - $14.00; Used: $4.00 - $7.00. The value is relatively low due to the high volume of production and numerous sets it appeared in.
Price (New)
N/A - This figure appeared in sets ranging from $20.00 to $70.00. It was never sold as a standalone retail item.
Compatible Sets
6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City (2012), 6864 Batmobile and the Two-Face Chase (2012), 10672 Juniors: Defend the Batcave (2014).
Character Background
Based on Bruce Wayne, the Batman. This design is a 'LEGO original' interpretation that draws inspiration from the New 52 comic era and the Batman: Arkham video game series, favoring a tactical gray armor look.
Design Notes
This figure helped transition LEGO Batman from the 2006 'Classic' style to the modern 'Detailed' style. It uses the shorter-eared cowl mold which was standard for the early 2010s.
Similar Minifigures
sh002 Batman in Light Gray, sh312 Batman from the Movie line, and sh402 Tactical Suit Batman.
Collectibility
Moderate. It is a staple figure for any DC collector, though not a high-value 'grail' due to the lack of leg printing and high availability.
History
Following the original 2006-2008 Batman line, this figure marked LEGO's return to the character for the 2012 Super Heroes launch, establishing the gray-and-gold aesthetic for that decade.
Interesting Facts
The 'white headband' on the head print was a clever design solution to ensure Batman's eyes always looked white through the mask, regardless of the expression on the face underneath.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a Hall of Armor style rack or a Batcave MOC. Use a low-angle light to highlight the muscle definition printing on the torso.
Modification Potential
Highly compatible with official LEGO Batman wings or specialized capes. The torso is a popular base for MOC designers creating custom 'Arkham Asylum' style figures.
Overall Assessment
The quintessential 'modern classic' LEGO Batman. While common, its design is balanced and iconic, representing a peak in LEGO's 2012 design language.