Firefighter - Black Patterned Suit, Dark Orange Vest, Red Helmet with Tan Hair
cty0661 · City
Fire / Airport · 2016 - This figure was part of the 2016 Fire wave, which saw a shift toward more detailed reflective printing and more diverse character facial expressions.
Figure ID
cty0661
Theme
City
Year Released
2016 - This figure was part of the 2016 Fire wave, which saw a shift toward more detailed reflective printing and more diverse character facial expressions.
Rarity
Common - This figure appeared in multiple sets and a value pack, making it widely available during its production run.
Head
Yellow head with female features: black eyes with white pupils, standard eyelashes, and neutral mouth. Topped with a Tan mid-length hair piece (part 15502) and a Red Classic Fire Helmet.
Torso
Black torso with comprehensive print. Design features a dark orange safety vest over a black jacket, with silver reflective stripes, lime green accents, and a radio/walkie-talkie with a cord on the chest. Arms are black with light bluish gray hands.
Legs
Black legs with black hips. Front printing includes lime green and silver horizontal reflective stripes and pocket outlines on the thighs.
Accessories
Includes a white megaphone. In official sets, she is often paired with oxygen tanks or fire extinguishers, but the megaphone is a standard emergency service accessory.
Color Scheme
Primary Black and Dark Orange, accented by neon Lime Green and high-visibility Silver. The red helmet provides a classic focal point.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back) and legs (front). The detailed radio cord and the 'neon' effect of the lime green ink are standout details for this era.
Variants
Standard variations involves different hair colors or head prints; however, cty0661 is this specific combination. Later 2019-2022 versions of City firefighters often use more simplified vest prints.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'play wear' on the red helmet surface. Check for silver print fading on the knees from friction. The megaphone handle can occasionally show stress marks.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $3.50 USD | New: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. Value is stable as a utility figure for City dioramas.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from the $5.99 Fire Starter Set (60106) to the $99.99 Fire Station (60110).
Compatible Sets
Found in 60106 Fire Starter Set, 60110 Fire Station, and 60111 Fire Utility Truck (all 2016).
Character Background
A generic City firefighter. Represents the increasing gender diversity within the LEGO City theme during the mid-2010s, departing from the historically male-dominated emergency sub-themes.
Design Notes
The use of the dual-molded hair/helmet combo or separate hair under a helmet became a standard way to add personality to 'job' minifigures around this time.
Similar Minifigures
cty0602, cty0645, and various other 2016 fire crew members using the same reflective vest print.
Collectibility
Moderate to Low. While highly useful for MOCs (My Own Creations) and 'army building' fire departments, it lacks the unique character appeal of licensed or CMF figures.
History
Reflects the 'Reflective Tech' era of LEGO Fire, where the design moved away from simple zippers to realistic high-visibility rescue gear.
Interesting Facts
The 'Dark Orange' torso color was specifically chosen to differentiate specialized responders from the more common red-jacketed firemen of previous years.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a Fire Station MOC or on a 16x16 sidewalk vignette next to a fire hydrant. Use bright LED lighting to catch the reflective silver printing.
Modification Potential
Excellent for kit-bashing. The torso and legs are perfect for creating custom road workers, search and rescue teams, or airport ground crews.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed utility minifigure. Scores high on anatomical detail for a city figure, but low on long-term investment rarity. A staple for any modern LEGO City layout.