Batman - Dark Blue Suit with Utility Belt
bat011 · Batman
Classic Batman / LEGO Batman I · 2006
Figure ID
bat011
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Yellow classic head with white eyes and a closed-mouth smirk expression.
Torso
Dark blue torso with metallic silver and light blue printing depicting a detailed chest armor bat-symbol and a utility belt.
Legs
Plain dark blue legs without printing.
Accessories
Standard dark blue Batman cowl with short ears.
Color Scheme
Dark blue primary color with metallic silver, light blue, and yellow accents.
Printing Details
Pad-printed torso featuring metallic ink highlights and classic detailed lines typical of the mid-2000s LEGO Batman theme.
Variants
Appears in multiple classic 2006-2008 sets with minor expression or cape variations.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the metallic silver chest printing and potential scratches on the glossy dark blue cowl.
Estimated Value
$8.00 - $15.00 USD depending on overall condition and presence of cape.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $20 to $100 in 2006.
Compatible Sets
7781 The Batmobile: Two-Face's Escape, 7783 The Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze's Invasion
Character Background
Bruce Wayne, Gotham City's billionaire vigilante known as Batman, fighting crime using his intellect, physical prowess, and gadgets.
Design Notes
Features the classic pre-molded head underneath the traditional dark blue cowl with the signature short bat ears.
Similar Minifigures
Other classic LEGO Batman variants from the 2006-2008 wave including the black suit and light gray suit versions.
Collectibility
High nostalgia factor for collectors who grew up with the original 2006 LEGO Batman theme.
History
Introduced in the launch wave of the highly successful LEGO Batman theme in 2006, laying the foundation for all future DC superhero lines.
Interesting Facts
The dark blue color scheme pays homage to the comic book aesthetics of the late 20th century before the character shifted primarily to all-black designs.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black baseplate alongside classic villains like The Joker or Two-Face from the same era.
Modification Potential
Can be easily updated with modern dual-molded utility belt pieces or customized with custom cloth capes.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic nostalgia piece representing the golden era of early licensed LEGO themes, highly recommended for superhero collectors.