Falcon - Dark Blue Jacket
sh178 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers Assemble · 2015 - Released as part of the first wave of sets inspired by the Avengers Assemble animated series style.
Figure ID
sh178
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2015 - Released as part of the first wave of sets inspired by the Avengers Assemble animated series style.
Rarity
Uncommon. This figure was exclusive to a single retail set (76032), making it harder to find than standard Iron Man or Captain America variants from the same era.
Head
Reddish Brown skin tone with a stern, concentrated expression. Solid black eyes with no white pupils and thin black eyebrow printing. The hair piece (which would be black short hair) is missing in this image.
Torso
Blue base with dark blue vest/jacket printing. Features tan/sand-yellow strap detailing on the shoulders and sides, a silver vertical zipper, and muscle contouring. The arms are blue with reddish-brown hands.
Legs
Dark Tan (Sand Yellow) legs with cargo pocket printing on the thighs. Features a dark tan hip piece. The pockets have subtle line detailing to represent flaps.
Accessories
Missing in image. Originally includes a red brick-built wing assembly (Trans-Red plates and tiles), a localized drone (Redwing), and a transparent flight stand.
Color Scheme
A primary palette of Blue, Dark Blue, and Dark Tan, accented by Reddish Brown skin tones. This deviates from the classic red/white comic look to align with the animated show design.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso (front and back), and the front of the legs. The alignment on the zipper and pocket flaps is generally crisp for 2015 standards.
Variants
This is the 'Blue Jacket' version. Other variants include the earlier red/grey version (sh099) and the later MCU/Captain America Falcon versions (sh631, sh722).
Condition Notes
The figure in the image is missing the hair piece and the wings. Potential for neck-post cracks on the torso and wear on the dark tan leg printing due to play. The torso seems in good condition here.
Estimated Value
Used (No wings/hair): $3 - $5; Used (Complete): $9 - $13; New/Sealed: $18 - $25 (market value varies by platform).
Price (New)
Originally included in set 76032 The Avengers Quinjet City Chase, which retailed for $79.99 in 2015.
Compatible Sets
76032: The Avengers Quinjet City Chase (2015).
Character Background
Sam Wilson, known as Falcon, is a frequent ally of Captain America. This specific design is based on his appearance in the 'Avengers Assemble' animated series on Disney XD.
Design Notes
The torso printing is quite busy and detailed for a mid-tier Marvel figure. The choice of Dark Tan for the legs was a specific design choice to match the tactical gear seen in the cartoon.
Similar Minifigures
Ultimate Spider-Man (sh120), Captain America (sh177), and the comic-book style Falcon (sh099).
Collectibility
Moderate. Collectors of the complete Marvel Super Heroes roster usually seek this out to fill the 'Animated Series' sub-category of their collection.
History
This represented LEGO's transition from purely comic-based designs to marketing figures that matched the current Disney-produced Marvel television shows from 2013-2016.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an 'Avengers' set, the legs on this Falcon are actually the same piece used for various LEGO City and Jurassic World figures, showing clever parts reuse.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with the brick-built wings attached on a transparent posing bar to simulate flight. Looks excellent next to the sh177 Captain America from the same set.
Modification Potential
The head is a standard Reddish Brown male head, frequently used for 'purist' customs of other African American characters like Mace Windu or Lucius Fox.
Overall Assessment
A solid, fairly accurate representation of the animated character. While it lacks the prestige of MCU figures, it is a sturdy and well-printed figure that remains affordable for new collectors.