Series 26 Space - Ice Planet Explorer
col26-6 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 26 Space · 2024: Released as part of the specialized Space-themed CMF series celebrating classic LEGO Space history with modern parts.
Figure ID
col26-6
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2024: Released as part of the specialized Space-themed CMF series celebrating classic LEGO Space history with modern parts.
Rarity
Uncommon: While widely available in retail during 2024, it is highly sought after by army builders and classic theme enthusiasts, making it harder to find in picked-over boxes.
Head
Standard yellow-tone face with white eyebrows and orange-tinted eyewear printing, featuring a dual-sided 'chilled' expression. Includes the iconic white helmet with a Trans-Neon Orange visor.
Torso
Dark blue torso with white and orange armor printing. Design is a high-fidelity modern recreation of the 1993 Ice Planet 2002 logo and suit patterns, featuring arm printing on both sides.
Legs
Dark blue legs with white mechanical knee detailing and orange accents, matching the classic 90s aesthetic but with significantly improved modern pad-printing quality.
Accessories
Includes a brick-built robotic penguin in the Ice Planet color scheme and a classic Trans-Neon Orange chainsaw—a legendary LEGO part returned in a modern mold.
Color Scheme
A vibrant palette of White, Dark Blue, and the signature Trans-Neon Orange (redesigned color profile) meant to evoke the 1993 sub-theme.
Printing Details
Highly detailed 360-degree style printing including arm printing and intricate back-of-torso details. The pad printing shows excellent alignment and color saturation.
Variants
None known in terms of production errors, but the figure itself is a modern reimagining of the original Ice Planet 2002 personnel.
Condition Notes
The Data Matrix code on the box base (visible in image) ensures Mint in Box status. Common wear for loose figures includes scratching on the Trans-Orange visor and friction marks on the chainsaw blade.
Estimated Value
Market value: $5.00 - $8.00 USD (New/Sealed), $4.00 - $6.00 USD (Used). Value is currently stable due to high production volume but high demand.
Price (New)
Retail price: $4.99 USD per blind box/packet. The price-per-minifigure reflects the premium nature of the CMF line.
Compatible Sets
Set 71046 (Series 26 Space Collectible Minifigures), specifically identified by the Data Matrix code visible in the image.
Character Background
This figure is a tribute to Commander Bear and the Ice Planet 2002 crew, the 1993 faction of space explorers based on the frozen world of Krysto.
Design Notes
A massive nostalgia win; the use of the new Trans-Orange 'Satin' finish for the visor and chainsaw mimics the discontinued Trans-Neon Orange of the 1990s.
Similar Minifigures
Original Ice Planet 2002 Chief (sp016), Series 25 M-Tron Power Lifter, and Space Police III officers.
Collectibility
High: The 'Army Building' potential of this figure and the nostalgic connection to the 90s era make it one of the most collectible in Series 26.
History
Represents a milestone in LEGO's strategy to integrate 'Adult Fan of LEGO' (AFOL) nostalgia into modern CMF waves through redesigned classic motifs.
Interesting Facts
The 'Lego Penguin' accessory is modeled after the droid-like style of the original 90's sets but updated to use a specialized animal mold.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a specialized CMF baseplate or alongside original 1993 sets like the Deep Freeze Defender for a generation-spanning display.
Modification Potential
Excellent for MOCs (My Own Creations); the torso and legs are versatile for any high-tech winter or arctic-themed space station builds.
Overall Assessment
10/10 for design and nostalgia. It is widely considered one of the standout 'chase' figures of the 2024 Space CMF wave.