Arctic Explorer - Orange Parka with White Fur Trim and Goggles
cty0982 · City
Arctic Explorers · 2018
Figure ID
cty0982
Theme
City
Year Released
2018
Rarity
Common
Head
Yellow head with printed orange snow goggles, determined open-mouth grin, and dual-sided expressions (wink/grin)
Torso
Bright orange parka jacket with white fur trim printing along the collar and hem, black zipper, utility badges, and blue arms with blue hands
Legs
Medium blue legs with detailed printing of a grey belt, utility pouches, carabiners, and climbing gear
Accessories
Usually paired with a hood or winter hat piece, though currently displayed without headgear
Color Scheme
Bright orange, medium blue, white, and classic yellow flesh tone
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso, legs, and head with vibrant contrast between orange and blue elements
Variants
Part of a diverse sub-wave of Arctic exploration minifigures with varying parka colors and facial prints
Condition Notes
Check for print wear on the torso zipper and leg belt lines, along with potential scratching on the head goggles
Estimated Value
USD 2.00 to USD 4.00 depending on completeness and condition
Price (New)
Came included in mid-sized to large LEGO City Arctic sets retailing between $30 and $85
Compatible Sets
60193 Arctic Air Transport, 60195 Arctic Mobile Exploration Base
Character Background
Part of the specialized LEGO City Arctic research teams tasked with discovering prehistoric creatures and ice cores
Design Notes
Uses standard minifigure parts with vibrant cold-weather printing matching the 2018 Arctic sub-theme aesthetic
Similar Minifigures
Other LEGO City Arctic personnel from the 2014 and 2018 sub-themes
Collectibility
Moderate demand among LEGO City and polar-themed collectors, easily accessible on the secondary market
History
Follows the 2014 Arctic sub-theme, modernizing the cold-weather gear with more detailed printing and bright orange colorways
Interesting Facts
The 2018 Arctic theme introduced specialized frozen animal molds, including a woolly mammoth and a saber-toothed cat
Display Suggestions
Ideal for snow or ice-themed MOC dioramas alongside husky sleds and exploration vehicles
Modification Potential
Great for custom winter-themed characters or mountain rescue MOCs
Overall Assessment
A fun, well-printed minifigure that serves as a solid army builder or background character for polar exploration displays