Power Miner - Scientist / Miner
pm004 · Power Miners
Power Miners Wave 1 · 2009
Figure ID
pm004
Theme
Power Miners
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Common
Head
Classic yellow head with simple black smile, white pupils, and silver-rimmed glasses or goggles printed on the face.
Torso
Black torso with orange and lime green safety vest printing, pocket details, silver zipper, and a white strap with a radio/communicator.
Legs
Black legs with printed silver and lime green hazard striping and knee pad details.
Accessories
None present in the image, though typically equipped with mining tools or dynamite.
Color Scheme
Black, yellow, orange, and lime green with silver accents.
Printing Details
Standard 2009 pad printing with front torso, leg, and face details. Clean lines typical of the late 2000s era.
Variants
Standard version for this character in the Power Miners sub-theme.
Condition Notes
Good used condition; classic yellow head shows minor potential fading or scratching typical of played-with sets.
Estimated Value
3.00 to 5.00 USD used complete.
Price (New)
Came packaged in mid-to-large sized Power Miners sets ranging from 20.00 to 60.00 USD in 2009.
Compatible Sets
8957 Mine Mech, 8960 Thunder Driller, 8961 Crystal Sweeper
Character Background
Part of the Power Miners crew tasked with drilling deep underground into the Earth's crust to harvest power crystals while avoiding Rock Monsters.
Design Notes
Reflects the hazard vest and industrial mining aesthetic characteristic of the Power Miners theme.
Similar Minifigures
Other Power Miners crew members such as Rex, Doc, or Bolt.
Collectibility
Moderate demand among nostalgia collectors of late 2000s LEGO themes.
History
Released during the height of LEGO's adventure-focused themes in 2009 as a direct successor to Rock Raiders.
Interesting Facts
The Power Miners theme was notable for its heavy use of specialized large molded rock elements and vibrant translucent neon orange and green crystals.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Power Miners crew members and rock monsters on a rocky MOC baseplate.
Modification Potential
Great for sci-fi industrial MOCs, post-apocalyptic builders, or city construction site workers.
Overall Assessment
A fun, nostalgic character from a beloved sub-theme with distinct early-industrial safety styling.