Iron Man Mark 1
sh565 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers / Hall of Armor · 2019
Figure ID
sh565
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Uncommon. While exclusive to one specific set, it was widely available for several years through retail channels. It remains popular as the iconic 'first' suit.
Head
Double-sided flesh-tone head with Tony Stark expressions (confident smirk and concentrated look) under a unique molded flat silver helmet with printed eyes and vent details.
Torso
Flat silver torso with dark bluish gray industrial armor printing, showcasing the primitive Arc Reactor and rough welding panels from the Stark Industries cave escape.
Legs
Flat silver legs with detailed dark bluish gray industrial plating and mechanical printing on the front. Hips match the base silver color.
Accessories
Typically comes with two trans-clear blue power blasts or fire elements to represent flamethrowers/propusion, though none are shown in the image.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic flat silver base with dark bluish gray and light blue (Arc Reactor) accents. Minimalist industrial aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the helmet, front torso, and front legs. Back printing is also present on the torso. The design captures the 'rough' look of the Mark 1 suit.
Variants
This is the primary LEGO Mark 1. A slightly different version or interpretation appeared in the Hall of Armor set, which is this specific figure (sh565). No major variations of this specific suit exist.
Condition Notes
The silver plastic is prone to showing fine scratches or 'swirling' marks. Check for chips in the helmet printing and stress marks on the torso arm-sockets.
Estimated Value
Used: $12.00 - $18.00 USD; New: $22.00 - $28.00 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the popularity of MCU nostalgia.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 76125 Iron Man Hall of Armor which retailed for $59.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
76125 Iron Man Hall of Armor (2019).
Character Background
The Mark 1 was the first Iron Man suit built by Tony Stark and Ho Yinsen out of scrap metal while in captivity in Afghanistan, as seen in the 2008 film 'Iron Man'.
Design Notes
Features a unique helmet mold different from the 'flip-up' visor style found on traditional Iron Man figures, capturing the fixed, heavy-duty look of the scrap suit.
Similar Minifigures
Iron Man Mark 5 (sh566), Iron Man Mark 41 (sh567), and other armor variants from the Hall of Armor collection.
Collectibility
High. Essential for 'Hall of Armor' collectors or completionist MCU fans, as it represent the origin of the superhero character.
History
Released in 2019 as part of the Avengers: Endgame wave, specifically designed to flesh out Tony Stark's armor history within the LEGO lineup.
Interesting Facts
Despite being the very first suit in the MCU, it took LEGO 11 years after the movie's release to produce a dedicated minifigure of the Mark 1.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a 'Hall of Armor' alcove or in a MOC cave scene with a Tony Stark workshop vignette.
Modification Potential
Excellent for post-apocalyptic or sci-fi MOCs due to the industrial silver color and survivalist armor aesthetic.
Overall Assessment
A standout figure with a unique mold and historical significance to the Marvel theme. Highly recommended for any Iron Man enthusiast.