Hulk - Short Hair, Minifigure Scale
sh173 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers: Age of Ultron · 2015
Figure ID
sh173
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Uncommon; it was exclusive to a single set (76031), making it harder to find than standard city figures but widely available during its production run.
Head
Bright green head with black messy hair piece. Dual-sided printing: one side features a grimacing/angry expression with white teeth, the other a furious shouting expression.
Torso
Bright green torso with muscle definition (six-pack) and pectoral detail printed in dark green/black lines. Plain green arms and hands.
Legs
Bright green legs with purple 'pants' printing on the hips and the top half of the legs, featuring a jagged, torn edge at the knees.
Accessories
None included originally; this version relys on its unique physique and hair piece.
Color Scheme
Classic Hulk palette: Bright Green skin and Dark Purple pants/trousers with black hair.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on head, torso, and legs. Note the specific jagged line where the purple pants end on the green legs, which is a key identifying marker.
Variants
Vastly different from the 'Big-Fig' versions. Variants include sh013 (Avengers), sh095 (Polybag), and sh725 (shorter legs/Spidey version).
Condition Notes
Prone to 'torso cracks' on the sides under the arms and heel cracks on the back of the legs. The hair piece can easily get teeth marks if played with by children.
Estimated Value
Used: $12 - $18 USD. New/Mint: $22 - $30 USD.
Price (New)
Included in set 76031 The Hulk Buster Smash which retailed for $29.99 USD in 2015.
Compatible Sets
76031 The Hulk Buster Smash
Character Background
Bruce Banner's alter ego as appearing in the MCU's Avengers: Age of Ultron. This represents a rare 'minifigure-scale' version rather than the oversized 'Big-Fig' mold.
Design Notes
LEGO chose to make a minifigure-sized Hulk for this set so he could fit inside the Hulkbuster cage or be easily handled in play alongside the mechanical suit.
Similar Minifigures
sh095 (Hulk with black hair/purple pants polybag), sh726 (Hulk from Spidey and his Amazing Friends).
Collectibility
High for Marvel completionists. Collectors prefer this version because it fits on standard studs and can drive vehicles, unlike the Big-Fig versions.
History
Released during the peak of the MCU's 'Infinity Saga' popularity. It was a significant departure from the large-mold Hulks introduced in 2012.
Interesting Facts
This specific hair piece is occasionally reused for other 'messy hair' characters but is most iconic in black for Bruce Banner/Hulk.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the 76031 Hulkbuster or in a 'Hall of Armor' alongside verschieden Iron Man suits and Avengers teammates.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Bruce Banner transitions or MOCs that require a Hulk that can interact with standard LEGO furniture and vehicles.
Overall Assessment
A unique and highly desirable version of the Hulk. It is the best 'playable' version of the character due to its standard size and dual-sided face.