Iron Man - Junior/4+ Bigfig / Super Heroes Mighty Micros / Juniors Variant
sh243 · Marvel Super Heroes
Juniors · 2016
Figure ID
sh243
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2016
Rarity
Common
Head
Molded round helmet piece in red with yellow faceplate and bright light blue eyes printing.
Torso
Red chunky junior torso molded with yellow shoulders and arms, arc reactor printing on chest.
Legs
Molded red junior legs with printed yellow knee accents.
Accessories
Trans-yellow and trans-orange energy blast power effect pieces attached to hands.
Color Scheme
Bright red and bright yellow with bright light blue and trans-yellow/orange accents.
Printing Details
Pad-printed facial features, arc reactor, and mechanical paneling lines on a specialized oversized chunky mold.
Variants
Part of the LEGO Juniors line featuring simplified, chunky molded pieces rather than standard minifigures.
Condition Notes
Prone to light scuffing on the large red plastic surfaces and wear on translucent energy pieces.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $6.00 USD used, up to $10.00 new.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets retailing from $9.99 to $12.99.
Compatible Sets
76072 Iron Man vs. Thanos and other 2016-2017 Marvel Juniors sets.
Character Background
Tony Stark as Iron Man, the armored superhero and founding member of the Avengers.
Design Notes
Uses a specialized chunky molded Juniors/4+ body style designed for younger builders, distinct from standard minifigures.
Similar Minifigures
Other Marvel Juniors figures such as Captain America (sh244) and Thanos (sh245).
Collectibility
Moderate interest primarily among completionist Marvel Super Heroes or Juniors collectors.
History
Released during the peak of the LEGO Juniors subtheme aimed at bridging Duplo and standard System bricks for young children.
Interesting Facts
The Juniors body style combines large molded limbs with standard LEGO stud compatibility on top and bottom.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Marvel Juniors vehicles and figures on a flat shelf or riser.
Modification Potential
Limited due to the specialized non-standard molded body parts.
Overall Assessment
A fun, durable figure targeted at younger builders with decent appeal for Marvel completionists.