Series 26 Space - Ice Planet Explorer
col26-3 or 71046-3 · Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Series 26 Space · 2024 (Released May 1st, coinciding with LEGO's internal space-themed product wave)
Figure ID
col26-3 or 71046-3
Theme
Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Year Released
2024 (Released May 1st, coinciding with LEGO's internal space-themed product wave)
Rarity
Common (Current production); however, high demand within the series due to nostalgia
Head
Dual-sided face with classic blue visor-style HUD prints; orange goggles on one side and a smirk on the other
Torso
White torso with Ice Planet 2002 logo (orange saw and blue snowflake), blue arms, and black hands
Legs
White legs with blue and orange prints; includes printed mechanical details and knee pads
Accessories
Includes a Trans-Neon Orange chainsaw and a brick-built white/blue pengiun in an orange space suit
Color Scheme
Blue, White, and Trans-Neon Orange (Faithful to the 1993 Ice Planet 2002 color palette)
Printing Details
High-fidelity pad printing across head, torso, and legs; features the iconic 90s sub-theme branding
Variants
This is the updated 2024 version; original Ice Planet 2002 figures from the 90s are the base variants
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline scratches on the Trans-Neon Orange chainsaw due to the plastic type; packaging is a blind box
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD (Individual retail/secondary market price for a loose, complete figure)
Price (New)
$4.99 (MSRP for a single Series 26 Collectible Minifigure blind box)
Compatible Sets
71046 CMF Series 26 (Complete Collection), 66764 (Series 26 6-Pack Box)
Character Background
A modern homage to the 1993 Ice Planet 2002 theme led by Commander Bear, set on the frozen world of Krysto
Design Notes
Uses modern printing techniques to recreate retro designs; includes a new custom-colored penguin mold
Similar Minifigures
Retro Ice Planet 2002 Astronauts, M-Tron, Blacktron II, and Space Police II remakes
Collectibility
High; Ice Planet is one of the most beloved classic space themes, making this a top chase figure for the series
History
Represents the first time Ice Planet has returned to the official CMF lineup since the theme's 1993 debut
Interesting Facts
The 'Data Matrix' code (210R6) on the box shown in the image can be scanned by apps to identify the contents
Display Suggestions
Ideal for Arctic/Space dioramas; looks best displayed alongside the original 1993 Deep Freeze Defender
Modification Potential
Great for purist Space MOCs; parts are highly compatible with other modern 'City Space' white/orange sets
Overall Assessment
Excellent. A flawless 10/10 for nostalgia delivery, high-quality printing, and the inclusion of the space penguin.