Iron Man - Mark 6 Armor
sh015 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers · 2012, debuting alongside the launch of the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme which coincided with the theatrical release of Marvel's The Avengers.
Figure ID
sh015
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2012, debuting alongside the launch of the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme which coincided with the theatrical release of Marvel's The Avengers.
Rarity
Uncommon, as it was exclusive to a single mid-range set from 2012 and has since been retired for over a decade.
Head
Standard flesh-toned head with dual-sided printing featuring Tony Stark expressions (smirk/confident on one side, gritted teeth/combat on the other), covered by the classic multi-piece Iron Man helmet featuring a dark red top and a pearl gold faceplate.
Torso
Dark red torso featuring detailed metallic gold and silver printing representing the Mark 6 arc reactor (triangular shape) and mechanical armor paneling on the front, with matching back printing of spinal and power conduit details, dark red arms, and dark red hands.
Legs
Dark red legs with extensive gold and silver printing depicting the armor plates and mechanical details of the upper thighs and knees, mounted on a dark red hip piece.
Accessories
Typically comes with a transparent light blue stud or energy blast accessory representing repulsor blasts, though none are equipped in the image.
Color Scheme
Primary dark red with accent colors of pearl gold, silver, and a white/light blue circular arc reactor print.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing across torso front and back, head front and back, and legs, featuring precise metallic gold and silver accents characteristic of early 2010s LEGO Marvel figures.
Variants
Variants include the Mark 7 armor from the same wave, earlier Mark 4/5 versions, and later upgraded iterations from subsequent MCU films.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the metallic gold faceplate, fading of the torso metallic printing, and loose clutch power in the arms or helmet hinges.
Estimated Value
Estimated market value ranges from $15 to $30 USD depending on condition and whether accessories are included.
Price (New)
Originally available in 2012 in sets retailing around $49.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
6867 Loki's Cosmic Cube Escape (2012)
Character Background
Tony Stark, billionaire industrialist and genius inventor who builds the Iron Man powered exoskeleton suits to protect the world, famously using the Mark 6 armor with its signature triangular arc reactor in Iron Man 2 and The Avengers.
Design Notes
Features the classic multi-piece Iron Man helmet construction utilizing a neck bracket before LEGO transitioned to the one-piece molded helmets in later years.
Similar Minifigures
Iron Man Mark 7 (sh036), Iron Man Mark 6 with updated printing from later waves, and various other MCU Tony Stark minifigures.
Collectibility
High collectibility among Marvel Super Heroes completionists and nostalgic fans of the foundational 2012 Avengers wave.
History
Introduced at the very inception of the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme in 2012, serving as one of the definitive early MCU minifigure designs.
Interesting Facts
The Mark 6 is distinct among early Iron Man variants for its triangular arc reactor, which Tony Stark created after discovering a new element in Iron Man 2.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on an acrylic stand alongside other members of the original 2012 Avengers lineup (Captain America, Loki, Hulk) on a black or dark grey baseplate.
Modification Potential
Great for custom Tony Stark Hall of Armor MOCs, though purist collectors prefer keeping the vintage 2012 parts intact.
Overall Assessment
An essential classic for any Marvel LEGO collector, holding strong nostalgic value and representing an important milestone in superhero minifigure design.