The Batman: introducing the new LEGO Technic Batmobile
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The real Batmobile used by Batman / Robert Pattinson in the film The Batman was exhibited for the first time to the public at the Movie Exhibited held in Abu Dhabi last November, arriving in theaters on March 3. Given the precedents (the Batmobile from the 1989 Tim Burton movie from set # 76139 and the Tumbler from the Christopher Nolan trilogy from set # 76023), it was obvious to expect the LEGO brick replica of the new Dark Knight's car, and indeed so it is. been, with the arrival of the LEGO Technic Batmobile. Shall we go and discover it together?Batmobile from #TheBatman movie exhibited at the Warner Bros hotel in Abu Dhabi. pic.twitter.com/w3uJD1Eo4n
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A decidedly surprising move that of LEGO: the new set, decidedly oriented to an audience of adults and collectors, it will be a LEGO Technic set. However, it will not be the only set dedicated to the new film of the cash hero DC COmics: for a younger audience and much more suitable for playing the scenes that we will see in the film, three other sets have been produced, of which we have told you in this article.
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The images of the new LEGO Technic Batmobile that could be seen in the teasers and trailers were very few, but thanks to some toys already presented in recent weeks and part of the merchandising linked to the new film, they gave us an insight into what the next LEGO Technic set might look like, whose code is # 42127.
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Especially after seeing it in the 'latest version of the official trailer, we can say that it is certainly based on a classic American muscle car (or Pony car) like the Dodge Charger or the Ford Mustang:
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LEGO Technic # 42127 Batmobile from Batman
Inspired by the latest version of the Batmobile from the film 2022 The Batman, this highly detailed toy car construction set features a true-to-life design and is packed with exciting features. The model includes 2 light bricks, one red and one yellow. The red light adds a fantastic glow to the transparent reproduction of the powerful engine with moving pistons at the rear, while the yellow brick illuminates the front grille. Other interesting features include steering on the front wheels, differential on the rear wheels, a spinning flame, as well as opening doors and hood. Once built, the model measures over 4 '' (11cm) high, 18 '' (45cm) long and 6 '' (17cm) wide. The Penguin The minifigure scale version of the Batmobile included in this set features 2 stud shooters in the front, which can fire both simultaneously and individually by pressing the plaques on the hood. The windshield and roof fold up so the Batman minifigure can sit in the cockpit. There is also room for a passenger. The exhaust pipes can heat up by adding blue flame elements. The set includes 2 minifigures: Batman, with a fabric cape, and The Penguin, with a stud shooter and rocket launcher in hand, with an integrated stud shooter that shoots circular pieces.Wanting to complete your collection with LEGO element versions of the most iconic Batmobiles seen in various movies and TV series, we will be able to complete the garages of our Masked Knight Batcaveras with the best brick Batmobiles. Let's find out together.
The Batmobiles in LEGO bricks.
LEGO DC # 76240 Batman Batmobile Tumbler LEGO DC # 76239 Batmobile Tumbler: Showdown with Scarecrow LEGO DC Batman LEGO DC # 76139 Batmobile 1989 LEGO DC # 76188 Classic TV Series Batman BatmobileLEGO DC # 76240 Batman Batmobile Tumbler
The Incredible Tumbler to build and display, inspired by the Dark Knight trilogy from the Batman movies , is characterized by a sunroof that allows access to the driver and passenger seats and to the control panel. Includes Batman and The Joker minifigures. Once built, the vehicle measures over 6 '' (16cm) high, 18 '' (45cm) long and 10 '' (25cm) wide. The pieces that make it up? 2,049! Perfect for any fan of the Masked Knight.
LEGO DC # 76239 Batmobile Tumbler: Scarecrow showdown LEGO DC Batman
If the above set (LEGO DC # 76240 Batman Batmobile Tumbler) scares you because of its size, complexity or price, there is an alternative. Much more geared towards smaller builders, the Batmobile Tumbler version of the Dark Knight trilogy featured in this set features a sunroof, with access to the driver and passenger seats and the control panel. There are 2 stud shooters on the front of the vehicle and enough space for the Batarang. Includes 2 minifigures: Batman, featuring a Batarang, harpoon pistol and alternate 'nightmare' head, and Scarecrow, with stud shooter and fear gas canister. Once built, the vehicle measures over 2 '' (7cm) high, 7 '' (19cm) long and 4 '' (12cm) wide.
LEGO DC # 76139 Batmobile 1989
The highly detailed set replicates the classic curves of the famous Batmobile from the 1989 Batman movie. The model, which measures over 60cm in length and contains 3,306 pieces, includes authentic features such as the sliding cockpit with wraparound windshield, the 2 hidden machine guns with pop-up function activated by rotating the turbine exhaust and decorative grapples on each side of the vehicle. The set also includes a buildable display stand (complete with information tag with Batmobile stats). Also included are 3 minifigures: Batman with cape, The Joker and Vicki Vale. Once built, the Batmobile measures over 4 '' (12cm) high, 2 '' (60cm) long and 8 '' (22cm) wide. You can find the review of the set in our article.
LEGO DC # 76188 Batmobile from Batman from the Classic TV series
The set offers small builders (and not just them) all the elegance, action and excitement of the 1966 Batman TV series original. This iconic vehicle, packed with great features, can be fixed on a swivel support. Includes Batman and Joker minifigures with costumes worn in the TV series. The model includes the opening trunk that contains a Batarang and extra bricks to be used to customize the hood of the car by adding or not the stud shooters. Once built, the Batmobile measures over 2 '' (6cm) high, 8 '' (20cm) long and 2 '' (7cm) wide.
The sets included in the above list are have been chosen because we believe they are perfect objects for display and to add to any collection of the Dark Knight enthusiasts. They are very fun and rewarding to build, they are fantastic to play with (regardless of age) but also very beautiful to display or useful to indulge your passion for the protagonist of the DC Comics.