Ant-Man (Scott Lang) - Torso Only Analysis
sh225 · Marvel Super Heroes
Captain America: Civil War · 2016 - Released as part of the Captain America: Civil War wave, specifically in the Airport Battle set.
Figure ID
sh225
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2016 - Released as part of the Captain America: Civil War wave, specifically in the Airport Battle set.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare - While from a popular set, this torso belongs to sh225, which was only available in one set (76051). Exclusive Marvel hero variants from discontinued sets are highly sought after.
Head
Missing in image - This specific figure (sh225) originally featured a unique helmet with a translucent red visor or a Scott Lang dual-sided flesh head.
Torso
Black with Dark Bluestone Gray chest plate, red piping, and a central silver/metallic regulator (belt buckle) print. Back printing features continuation of the suit's technical harness and red piping details. Arms are solid black with dark blueish gray hands.
Legs
Missing in image - Originally came with black legs featuring dark blueish gray and red detailed hip/knee printing.
Accessories
None visible - Originally paired with a power blast piece and frequently associated with a micro-scale Ant-Man statuette.
Color Scheme
Mainly Black and Dark Blueish Gray with silver/metallic accents and subtle red piping.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of 2016 Marvel figures. The metallic silver on the belt area is particularly sharp and susceptible to scratching over time.
Variants
Scott Lang has several versions: sh201 (Ant-Man movie), sh507 (Janet van Dyne style), and sh849 (Quantumania). This specific torso (sh225) is unique for its Civil War suit design.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include torque cracks under the armpits and fading/scratching of the metallic silver print on the belt. The hands appear to be in good condition in this sample.
Estimated Value
The full minifigure is valued at $25-$35 USD. The torso alone in this condition is approximately $8-$12 USD depending on back-side print wear.
Price (New)
The set this came in (76051) retailed for $79.99 USD in 2016.
Compatible Sets
76051 Super Hero Airport Battle (2016).
Character Background
Scott Lang as Ant-Man as seen in the MCU, specifically wearing the upgraded suit during the airport skirmish in Captain America: Civil War where he first became Giant-Man.
Design Notes
LEGO accurately captured the 'V' shaped gray plating of the Civil War suit, a distinct change from the more hexagonal textures of the 2015 stand-alone movie suit.
Similar Minifigures
sh201 Ant-Man, sh507 Ant-Man, and sh164 Yellowjacket for collectors of the Pym-tech sub-line.
Collectibility
High - Marvel character variants from significant movie milestones like Civil War are core items for MCU completionists.
History
Prior to 2015, Ant-Man was a long-requested character. This 2016 version updated the torso print to reflect the character's appearance in the Avengers team-up movies.
Interesting Facts
The set this figure comes in also included the first-ever 'Giant-Man' buildable figure, making this the 'standard' sized version for that scene.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a 2x2 acrylic case with its matching helmet and the micro-figure version to show the scaling abilities of the character.
Modification Potential
The torso is often used for custom 'Black Widow' or tactical agent MOCs due to its realistic harness printing and dark color palette.
Overall Assessment
While only a torso, it is a high-detail piece of a desirable Marvel minifigure. It carries a 7/10 desirability score for collectors looking to repair or complete an sh225 figure.