Captain America (Avengers: Infinity War - Nomad Suit)
sh516 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers: Infinity War · 2018, coinciding with the theatrical release of Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War, marking a gritty evolution in the MCU and LEGO's ongoing representation of cinematic characters.
Figure ID
sh516
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2018, coinciding with the theatrical release of Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War, marking a gritty evolution in the MCU and LEGO's ongoing representation of cinematic characters.
Rarity
Uncommon, as it is restricted to a single mid-range retail set, driving steady demand among MCU completionists.
Head
Dual-sided light nougat flesh tone head with detailed face printing showing a determined expression on one side and a battle-worn expression on the other, topped with a dark brown messy medium-length hair piece.
Torso
Dark blue torso representing the Nomad tactical suit, featuring intricate metallic silver strap and star printing on the front, detailed back printing showing harness straps, and dark blue arms with light nougat hands.
Legs
Plain dark blue legs matching the tactical lower half of the Nomad suit, utilizing standard hip and leg pieces without side printing.
Accessories
Red LEGO motorcycle with mounted red/white/blue Captain America shield used as front armor, and a black spear/staff weapon.
Color Scheme
Primary dark blue and red, accented by white, metallic silver, and black, staying true to the muted, battle-ready aesthetic of Nomad in Infinity War.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head (front/back) and torso (front/back), featuring sharp alignment of the silver metallic chest star and strap details.
Variants
This specific variant features unmasked Steve Rogers with a beard and dark Nomad suit, distinct from the helmeted Avengers versions or the classic suit variants.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include potential scratching on the torso front printing, fading of the metallic silver accents, and looseness in the arm joints or hand clutch power.
Estimated Value
Current market value ranges from $8 to $15 USD for a complete used figure with motorcycle, and around $20 to $25 USD for brand new condition.
Price (New)
Originally released in 2018 inside a set retailing for approximately $19.99 USD, offering a solid minifigure-to-price ratio for movie fans.
Compatible Sets
76101 Outrider Dropship Attack (2018)
Character Background
Steve Rogers adopts the identity of Nomad in Avengers: Infinity War after abandoning the Captain America shield and mantle following the events of Captain America: Civil War, operating underground as a fugitive hero.
Design Notes
Features a unique unmasked head capturing Chris Evans' bearded appearance in Infinity War, paired with a specialized dark tactical suit design unique to this wave of sets.
Similar Minifigures
Other MCU Captain America variants such as sh313 (Civil War), sh484 (Infinity War with shield), and sh583 (Endgame quantum suit version).
Collectibility
High demand among MCU collectors and character completionists due to the unique bearded 'Nomad' look which has only appeared in this specific outfit.
History
Introduced in the 2018 wave of Infinity War tie-in sets, representing a major milestone for LEGO Marvel by capturing the live-action cinematic universe's darker character arcs.
Interesting Facts
This set marks one of the few instances where Captain America is depicted without his iconic circular vibranium shield as a handheld accessory, utilizing a brick-built motorcycle setup instead.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black custom baseplate alongside other Infinity War heroes like Black Widow, Bruce Banner, and the Outriders.
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily repurposed for custom post-apocalyptic or modern tactical MOCs, while the head can be swapped onto other Steve Rogers bodies.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, highly thematic minifigure with a unique unmasked design that makes it a must-have piece for any Marvel Cinematic Universe LEGO collector.