Tony Stark - Legacy Mark 42 Armor (Mismatched Arms)
sh0850 · Marvel Super Heroes
The Infinity Saga / Hulkbuster UCS · 2022 - Debuted specifically in November as part of the massive Lego Hulkbuster set.
Figure ID
sh0850
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2022 - Debuted specifically in November as part of the massive Lego Hulkbuster set.
Rarity
Very Rare. This figure is exclusive to the $550 UCS Hulkbuster set, making it a high-barrier-to-entry collectible.
Head
Double-sided flesh-tone head: one side features Tony Stark's determined expression with goatee and HUD display lines; the other side shows a smirk. Includes textured black hair (part 23186).
Torso
Dark bluish gray torso with detailed Mark 42 chest plating in dark red and gold printing. Features a mismatched dark red right arm and a dark bluish gray left arm, representing a mid-suit assembly.
Legs
Plain black legs with a black hip piece. No printing is present on the legs for this specific variant.
Accessories
Usually comes with trans-light blue power blast elements or hand repulsors in its original set context, though none are shown in the display image.
Color Scheme
A mix of Dark Bluish Gray, Dark Red, Gold, and Black. The mismatched arms are the defining color characteristic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back. The chest arc reactor is a crisp white circle. Head printing includes detailed facial hair and 'HUD' interface lines.
Variants
This is a unique 'mid-transformation' variant. Other versions of Tony Stark feature full suits of armor or civilian clothes (e.g., sh0213 or sh0574).
Condition Notes
Check for 'arm cracks' on the dark red torso sockets and ensure the hairpiece has sharp molding. The dark red arm is prone to friction wear.
Estimated Value
$45.00 - $65.00 USD (Used/Complete); values fluctuate based on the secondary market demand for UCS exclusives.
Price (New)
N/A (Included in set 76210 retailing for $549.99).
Compatible Sets
76210: Hulkbuster (2022 Marvel UCS set).
Character Background
Represents Tony Stark as seen in Iron Man 3, calling parts of the Mark 42 'Prodigal Son' armor to his body piece by piece.
Design Notes
The use of mismatched arms was a deliberate design choice to illustrate the 'suit-up' sequence from the MCU, a rarity for official minifigures.
Similar Minifigures
Tony Stark (sh0036), Iron Man Mark 42 (sh065), and the Series 22 Robot Warrior (for technical aesthetic).
Collectibility
High. Because it is tied to an expensive adult-targeted set, many collectors purchase this figure individually to avoid the set's high price tag.
History
Follows a long line of Tony Stark figures, moving from the classic helmet mold era to this more detailed character-focused 'workshop' style.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an 'exclusive,' the head print has been used in several other Marvel sets, but the torso/arm combo remains unique to sh0850.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a rotating stand or inside a workshop MOC (My Own Creation) with Hall of Armor pods.
Modification Potential
Excellent base for a custom Mark 42 or Iron Man 3 workshop scene; arms can be swapped for full gold or full red for different suit stages.
Overall Assessment
A standout 'storytelling' minifigure that captures a specific cinematic moment. A must-have for hardcore Iron Man completists.