Iron Man with Circle Arc Reactor (Mark 6 / Mark VI)
sh015 · Marvel Super Heroes
The Avengers / Iron Man 2 · 2012; debuted in April as part of the initial LEGO Marvel Avengers wave coincident with the first Avengers film.
Figure ID
sh015
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2012; debuted in April as part of the initial LEGO Marvel Avengers wave coincident with the first Avengers film.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare; it was available in two sets but remains highly sought after as one of the 'classic' early triangular-faced Iron Man designs.
Head
Features the iconic flip-up helmet mold (92534/92535) in Dark Red and Gold; underneath is a double-sided Tony Stark head with a confident smirk and a focused 'HUD' (Heads Up Display) expression.
Torso
Dark Red torso with intricate gold and silver armor plating; specifically features a circular Arc Reactor. It includes back printing showing the rear thrusters and plating.
Legs
Dark Red legs with extensive gold and silver armor printing on the front of the thighs and shins, representing the heavy plating of the Mark 6 suit.
Accessories
Commonly packaged with blue translucent 'power blast' studs or 1x1 round plates for the hands and feet to represent flight and repulsors (not shown in image).
Color Scheme
Primary Dark Red and Bright Gold with silver/white accents for the Arc Reactor and mechanical joints.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso (front and back), and legs (front). This era used a more simplified gold compared to modern metallic inks but maintains high alignment accuracy.
Variants
Closely resembles sh024 (Mark 7) but sh015 is distinguished specifically by the circular Arc Reactor and specific plating patterns on the abdomen.
Condition Notes
Look for 'neck cracks' on the torso and stress marks on the thin hinge of the gold faceplate. Gold paint on the faceplate is prone to scratching over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $25.00 - $40.00; New (from sealed set context): $45.00+. Prices vary based on the tightness of the helmet hinge.
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from $12.99 (6865) to $49.99 (6867); the figure makes up roughly 60% of the used value of these smaller sets today.
Compatible Sets
6867 Loki's Cosmic Cube Escape (2012) and 6865 Captain America's Avenging Cycle (2012).
Character Background
Tony Stark's Mark VI armor, first seen in Iron Man 2 and used during the first half of The Avengers. It is notable for being the first suit powered by Stark's new vibranium-based element.
Design Notes
This figure utilizes the 'big-head' helmet mold that defined LEGO Iron Man from 2012-2017 before the transition to smaller, single-piece or printed helmets.
Similar Minifigures
sh024 (Mark 7), sh065 (Mark 42), sh036 (Iron Man with Heart Breaker suit).
Collectibility
High; classic Avengers-era figures are staples for Marvel collectors and have shown consistent value appreciation over the last decade.
History
Represented LEGO's first major foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, replacing the ultra-rare 2012 NYCC promotional versions with mass-produced but high-quality designs.
Interesting Facts
While the Mark VI in the movie famously has a triangular Arc Reactor, this LEGO version (sh015) is often debated by fans for its circular reactor print, which more closely resembles the Mark VII or Mark IV.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a clear flight stand to showcase the leg printing, ideally alongside the 2012 wave 'Big Fig' Hulk and original Captain America.
Modification Potential
The helmet is a favorite for customizers; the gold faceplate can be swapped with other Iron Man iterations to create hybrid 'House Party Protocol' suits.
Overall Assessment
An essential 'Phase 1' MCU minifigure. Despite slight inaccuracies to the film suit's reactor shape, the printing density and the nostalgia of the original helmet mold make it a standout piece.