Iron Man Mark 42 Armor
sh065 · Marvel Super Heroes
Iron Man 3 · 2013
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Figure ID
sh065
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Uncommon
Overall Assessment
A fantastic and essential piece for any Marvel collector, boasting iconic retro-style MCU printing and the classic opening helmet feature.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete condition ranges between $8 to $15 USD depending on marketplace and overall condition of the metallic prints.
Original Retail
Originally available in 2013 sets retailing around $20 to $40 USD, where the minifigure was a primary selling point for fans of the Iron Man 3 film.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
The figure uses a standard red minifigure head underneath the specialized two-piece Iron Man helmet featuring a dark red helmet base and a pearl gold faceplate with white eye cutouts.
Torso
Dark red torso with intricate silver and light bluish gray printing depicting the segmented plates of the Mark 42 armor, featuring a prominent circular light blue arc reactor in the center of the chest.
Legs
Dark red legs featuring detailed silver and light bluish gray mechanical printing on the hips and thighs to continue the armored aesthetic of the suit.
Accessories
None standard included in the base set configuration, though character typically pairs with transparent blue energy blasts or a hairpiece to reveal Tony Stark's face.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso, legs, and helmet faceplate, featuring fine metallic silver linework and crisp multi-color layering.
Color Scheme
Dark red as the primary color, with pearl gold, silver, and light bluish gray accent printing, complemented by a light blue translucent-style arc reactor print.
Known Variants
Features the classic multi-piece Iron Man helmet design with hinged faceplate, distinct from later molded single-piece helmet variants introduced in subsequent waves.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the metallic gold faceplate, fading of the silver torso printing around the edges, and looseness in the hinged helmet connection.
Found In Sets
76006 Extremis Sea Port Battle (2013)
Character Background
Tony Stark's Mark 42 armor from Iron Man 3, notable for its autonomous prehensile propulsion system allowing individual pieces to fly onto his body and assemble around him.
Design Notes
Utilizes the classic multi-piece LEGO Super Heroes helmet design which allows the faceplate to lift up, showcasing the dual-sided printed head underneath.
History
Released during the height of the Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase 2 rollout alongside the theatrical release of Iron Man 3 in 2013.
Interesting Facts
The Mark 42 is one of the most recognizable suits from the MCU due to its prominent role as Tony Stark's primary malfunctioning prototype armor in Iron Man 3.
Collectibility
Moderate to high collectibility among Marvel Super Heroes completionists and Iron Man armor hall of armor builders.
Similar Minifigures
Other Iron Man armor variants from the 2013 Iron Man 3 wave, such as the Mark 17 Heartbreaker and Iron Patriot.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a custom LEGO Hall of Armor MOC alongside other MCU armor variants on a translucent or black tiered display stand.
Modification Potential
Highly popular for custom Hall of Armor setups, purist Stark head swaps, or incorporating third-party LED lighting kits into the chest arc reactor.