Penguin Goon / Henchman - Black Tuxedo Jacket with Light Gray Vest
bat008 · Batman
Classic Batman · 2006
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
bat008
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
An incomplete vintage LEGO component that holds sentimental and minor replacement value for collectors restoring 2006 Batman sets.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation1.00 USD to 3.00 USD for the loose torso component.
Original Retail
N/A for individual part; original sets retailed between 20.00 USD and 100.00 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Classic yellow standard head with facial print (penguin goon expression), missing in the provided photo.
Torso
Black torso with tuxedo jacket, light gray vest, and yellow belt buckle printing, black arms, and yellow hands.
Legs
Plain black legs, missing in the provided photo.
Accessories
Typically comes with an umbrella or heavy weapon depending on the specific set, none shown in the image.
Printing Details
Simple early-2000s era pad printing on the front torso with clean lines.
Color Scheme
Black, light gray, yellow, and white.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple classic Batman waves with slightly different head prints.
Condition Notes
Partial torso and arm assembly only. Missing head, legs, and accessories. Good print quality on the torso with minor wear.
Found In Sets
7782 The Batwing: The Aerial Assault, 7785 Arkham Asylum
Character Background
Henchmen working for the Penguin in Gotham City, frequently clashing with Batman.
Design Notes
Classic early Batman era design with simple torso printing representing formal henchman attire.
History
Introduced in the inaugural 2006 LEGO Batman theme, establishing the standard look for henchmen.
Interesting Facts
The Penguin's goons are iconic troop-building figures for classic LEGO Batman collectors.
Collectibility
Low collectibility as an incomplete loose part, though valued by completenessists looking to rebuild old sets.
Similar Minifigures
Other Gotham criminal henchmen from the 2006-2008 Batman wave.
Display Suggestions
Best utilized when fully assembled and placed within a Gotham City modular MOC or Batman villain display.
Modification Potential
Great for purist custom mobsters, mafia scenes, or vintage city roleplay.