Spider-Man - Red Torso, Blue Legs, Red Webbing Pattern
spd028 · Marvel Super Heroes
Ultimate Spider-Man · 2012 (First introduced in set 6873 Spider-Man's Doc Ock Ambush)
Figure ID
spd028
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2012 (First introduced in set 6873 Spider-Man's Doc Ock Ambush)
Rarity
Uncommon. While part of the early Marvel Super Heroes wave, this specific torso and head print appeared in several mass-produced sets between 2012 and 2014, making it accessible to many collectors.
Head
Red head with Black Webbing and large White eyes with Black outlines. The printing is limited to the front face and sides, typical of this era.
Torso
Blue arms with Red torso and hands. The printing features a Red central panel with a heavy black web pattern and a small black spider emblem. The blue sides of the torso have black muscle line detailing.
Legs
Standard Blue legs without any printing. The hips are Blue, providing a consistent color profile from the waist down.
Accessories
None visible in the image. This figure usually came with translucent white web blast accessories or hand-held web ropes in its original sets.
Color Scheme
Classic Red and Blue. The Red is the standard LEGO Bright Red, and the Blue is standard Bright Blue, mimicking the character's traditional comic book appearance.
Printing Details
Pad-printed on the head and torso. The torso print is crisp, but not wrap-around, leaving the sides of the torso piece blue. There is no leg or arm printing, which is common for 2012-era Super Heroes minifigures.
Variants
This is the 'Ultimate Spider-Man' version. Variants include spd001 (2002 movie version), sh038 (darker blue/printed legs), and newer 'Dual Molded' leg versions from 2021 onwards.
Condition Notes
The neck area is prone to cracking from pressure. The image shows some minor scuffing on the eye printing and possible wear on the torso's lower edge. Red plastic is generally durable against yellowing compared to white.
Estimated Value
Used: $5.00 - $8.00 USD; New/Mint: $12.00 - $15.00 USD. Value is stable as this is considered the 'entry level' Spider-Man for many collections.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $12.99 (6873) to $49.99 (76004). The price-per-minifigure was standard for licensed themes at approx. $4.00 per figure in 2012.
Compatible Sets
Found in 6873 Spider-Man's Doc Ock Ambush, 10665 Spider-Car Pursuit, 76004 Spider-Cycle Chase, and 76014 Spider-Trike vs. Electro.
Character Background
Based on Peter Parker as seen in the Disney XD 'Ultimate Spider-Man' animated series, characterized by his younger age and gadget-based combat style compared to the Raimi films.
Design Notes
A streamlined design intended to be cheaper to produce than the 2002-2004 versions. It relies on bright primary colors rather than the complex metallic webbing seen in the early 2000s sets.
Similar Minifigures
sh038 (Spider-Man with hexagonal eyes), sh420 (Spider-Man with silver webbing), and sh165 (Miles Morales).
Collectibility
Moderate. It is an essential 'basic' Spider-Man for any Marvel fan, but its high production volume keeps it from being a high-value investment piece.
History
This figure marked LEGO's return to the Spider-Man license in 2012 after an 8-year hiatus following the end of the Spider-Man 2 movie sets in 2004.
Interesting Facts
The spider logo on this version is significantly smaller than the logo on the 2002 movie figure (spd001), reflecting a shift toward a cleaner, more 'animated' aesthetic.
Display Suggestions
Looks best in a web-swinging pose using a dynamic action stand (part 65509) or displayed alongside his rogues' gallery from the same era, like Doc Ock or Venom.
Modification Potential
Excellent. Because the legs and arms are unprinted, they are easily swapped for dual-molded red/blue legs from newer figures to create a 'Super' Spider-Man upgrade.
Overall Assessment
A solid, classic representation of Marvel's flagship character. While not the most detailed or expensive version, it is durable, iconic, and perfect for both play and a starting collection.