Android 16
Custom · Custom / Dragon Ball Z
Third-Party Printed Minifigures · Approx. 2018-2022 (Independent Production)
Figure ID
Custom
Theme
Custom / Dragon Ball Z
Year Released
Approx. 2018-2022 (Independent Production)
Rarity
Uncommon / Custom-Exclusive. While not an official LEGO product, these are often produced in limited runs by specific customizers like Phoenix Customs, Lab9, or Dragon Brick.
Head
Light flesh tone with a calm, stoic facial expression. Features an orange mohawk hairpiece specifically molded or painted to match the character's appearance in the DBZ Cell Saga.
Torso
Lime green armor plating design over a black under-suit. Includes detailed chest segment printing and the Red Ribbon Army logo on the left chest. Black arms and light flesh hands.
Legs
Matching lime green and black armor printing. The design includes mechanical paneling and knee protection details that wrap around the front and sides of the legs.
Accessories
Includes a Trans-Orange 2x2 round bottom slide piece (Dish/Sphere) representing a Dragon Ball or energy effect. The hair piece is the primary character-specific accessory.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Lime Green, Black, and Orange. The palette is carefully chosen to replicate the color scheme from the Dragon Ball Z anime.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing (or high-end UV printing). Coverage includes the torso (front/back) and legs (front/side). The level of detail exceeds standard retail LEGO figures.
Variants
Various custom brands produce Android 16. Some variants include 'battle damaged' printing or metallic finishes on the armor plating.
Condition Notes
As a custom figure, check for 'scuffing' on the UV printing which can be more fragile than official LEGO pad printing. The mohawk piece can have sharp tips prone to paint chipping.
Estimated Value
$25.00 - $60.00 USD. Value depends heavily on the specific customizer (branded vs. generic Chinese knockoff). Top-tier customizers hold value better.
Price (New)
Usually sold for $30.00 - $45.00 as a stand-alone figure through enthusiast webstores.
Compatible Sets
None. This is not an official LEGO product and does not appear in any retail sets.
Character Background
Android 16 is a character from the Dragon Ball Z manga and anime. He is a peaceful, nature-loving android created by Dr. Gero to kill Goku, but eventually assists the heroes against Cell.
Design Notes
Uses a custom-molded hairpiece to achieve the iconic mohawk look that standard LEGO hairpieces cannot replicate. The printing aims for 'Master Collector' levels of accuracy.
Similar Minifigures
Custom figures of Android 17, Android 18, and Perfect Cell. Within official LEGO, it resembles the color palette of some Nexo Knights or Ninjago figures.
Collectibility
High among Dragon Ball fans and custom LEGO collectors. It fills a void left by the lack of an official LEGO x Dragon Ball license agreement.
History
Part of the 'Third Party Revolution' in the LEGO community where high-end printers used blank LEGO parts to create characters LEGO would never officially license.
Interesting Facts
Android 16 is one of the tallest characters in the series, but customizers usually keep him on a standard minifigure scale for compatibility.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with other 'Custom' DBZ figures in a dedicated acrylic case. Use a nature-themed MOC (forest or birds) to reflect the character's love for life.
Modification Potential
The head and hair are highly prized for other 'punk' or 'cyberpunk' custom builds. The torso can be used for custom sci-fi military MOCs.
Overall Assessment
This is a high-quality third-party custom minifigure. It provides excellent character accuracy and premium printing quality that surpasses official standards, making it a 'Buy' for DBZ fans.