Series 26 Space - Ice Planet Explorer
col26-6 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 26 - Space · 2024 (Released May 1st, 2024)
Figure ID
col26-6
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2024 (Released May 1st, 2024)
Rarity
Uncommon (The transition to cardboard packaging makes finding specific figures more difficult without scanning QR codes)
Head
Single-sided head with high-detail tech printing, featuring a translucent neon-orange visor (integrated with hair) and an oxygen mask/cybernetic eyepiece print.
Torso
Detailed printed torso featuring the classic Ice Planet 2002 logo (blue background, white mountain, red line) with modern tech-suit detailing, white arms, and blue hands.
Legs
White legs with blue hips, featuring knee pad printing and mechanical suit details consistent with the sub-theme.
Accessories
Includes a brick-built robotic penguin featuring the Ice Planet color scheme and a translucent neon-orange chainsaw/buzzsaw element.
Color Scheme
White, Blue, and Trans-Neon Orange (a direct homage to the 1993 Ice Planet 2002 faction).
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back) and legs. Includes the iconic 90s-style logo updated with modern crispness.
Variants
This is a single-variant release, though it is a reimagining of the original 1993 Ice Planet figures (sp016, sp017).
Condition Notes
The new cardboard boxes prevent 'feeling' for figures, reducing factory-to-shelf wear but increasing the risk of accidental crushing. The translucent orange pieces are prone to scratching if stored loosely.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD (Used/New Opened); $4.99 (Retail MSRP)
Price (New)
$4.99 USD per blind box/packet.
Compatible Sets
LEGO 71046 Collectible Minifigures Series 26 Space.
Character Background
A modern member of the Ice Planet 2002 exploration team, a beloved 1993 sub-theme of LEGO Space known for cryogenic research on the planet Krysto.
Design Notes
Unique hair-helmet combo mold allowing the trans-orange visor to sit over a printed face. The use of a companion penguin is a whimsical modern LEGO CMF design staple.
Similar Minifigures
Ice Planet Chief (sp016), Ice Planet Astronaut (sp017), Series 17 Retro Space Hero (col17-1).
Collectibility
High; the Ice Planet sub-theme is one of the most nostalgic 'Classic Space' themes for adult fans (AFOLs).
History
The first Ice Planet figure released in over 30 years, marking a transition from foil bags to cardboard packaging for the CMF line.
Interesting Facts
The QR code shown in the image (starting with 6589464) can be scanned with a smartphone app (like BrickSearch) to identify the internal figure without opening the box. The code '509R6' indicates the production factory and week.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for display on the Series 26 cosmic baseplate alongside other faction remakes like M-Tron or Blacktron II.
Modification Potential
Great for 'Purist' MOCs of larger Ice Planet base stations or vehicles using modern white and blue elements.
Overall Assessment
An S-tier CMF figure for nostalgic collectors. The high detail and inclusion of the robotic penguin make it a standout for the 2024 Space-year lineup.