How many pieces are in the Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown?

Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown contains 91 pieces.

What age is the Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6-12.

When was the Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown released?

Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown was released in 2013.

LEGO Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown set 76008

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🏛 Iron Man

Set #76008

Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown

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Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Younger LEGO fans and Marvel enthusiasts
Build: 91 pieces · about 0.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $12.99 list price · 14.3¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★☆☆☆ 2.9 community rating

Fans appreciate the inclusion of Iron Man and The Mandarin minifigures, but some find the overall build simplistic and the vehicle underwhelming. The set is generally considered a good value for its price point, especially for younger builders.

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📝 Our Take

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Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown is a small but mighty Marvel set. This set perfectly captures the essence of an Iron Man battle in a compact and affordable package, making it a great entry point for younger builders and Marvel fans.

This set is perfect for kids who love superheroes and LEGO. The build is quick and easy, providing instant gratification, and the inclusion of two iconic characters allows for imaginative play scenarios.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex build or a large display piece. This set is more about playability and character collection; consider larger Iron Man sets like Iron Man Hall of Armor for a more involved experience.

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Pieces

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0.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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6-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and quick build
Focus on playability
Easy-to-follow instructions
Includes a small vehicle for added action

📈 Investment Analysis

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Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown presents a modest investment opportunity. Its low piece count and original MSRP limit potential gains, but the set's age and the enduring popularity of the Iron Man theme could lead to gradual appreciation. The presence of two minifigures, including the Mandarin, adds to its collectible appeal. However, similar sets in the Iron Man theme may offer better returns.

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📖 About This Set

Defeat the Mandarin with Iron Man!

It's a Mandarin Face Off at the Miami dockside in the final battle between Iron Man and the Mandarin. Take on the ultra-tough armored car and its rotating flamethrower with dual flame flick missiles! Fly circles around the bad guy and don't let him scorch this super hero! Includes 2 minifigures and a weapon: Iron Man with Heart Breaker Armor and the Mandarin.

• Includes 2 minifigures and a weapon: Iron Man with Heart Breaker Armor and the Mandarin
• Features the Mandarin’s armored car with rotating flame thrower with dual flame flick missiles and large wheels
• Weapons include a pistol
• Rotate the flamethrower!
• Fire the flame flick missiles!
• The Mandarin’s armored car measures over 5" (13cm) high, 3" (9cm) long and 2" (6cm) wide

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Compared to larger Iron Man sets, this one is smaller and more focused on play. While sets like the Iron Man Hall of Armor offer more display value and complex building, this set provides a quicker, more accessible experience for younger fans. It's a good entry point but lacks the depth of more expensive options.

2 Minifigures Included

The Mandarin

5 parts

Iron Man Mark 17 Armor / Heartbreaker Armor

5 parts

A-

The set includes two minifigures: Iron Man in his Mark 17 'Heartbreaker' armor and The Mandarin. These figures are key to the set's appeal, offering iconic characters in a single, affordable package.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 91
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 46 unique parts, 81 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 10 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 11455 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 13269 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Black

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Green

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Dark Green

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30553 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Trans-Light Blue

Steering Wheel Sm...

Part #: 30663 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794b 1× Yellow

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Yellow

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 1× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 1× Blue

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43710 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43711 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Black

Flexible Ribbed H...

Part #: 57539 1× Flat Silver

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Trans-Orange

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Yellow

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60475b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126b 1× Trans-Orange

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 4× Dark Green

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Trans-Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Yellow

Turntable 4 x 4 S...

Part #: 61485 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 6157 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 1× Black

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 1× Blue

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 85940 1× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 87082 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 4× Black

Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 92582 1× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× Black

Weapon Gun / Pist...

Part #: 95199 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 2× Light Bluish Gray

This set contains a variety of small slopes and plates, useful for adding detail to MOCs. The limited color palette is primarily black, light bluish gray, and dark green.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Green Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin (4x) $0.40

Light Bluish Gray Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] (2x) $0.30

Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (2x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$1.20

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate armored vehicles for Iron Man

🏙 Small-scale cityscape battle scene

🤖 Miniature Iron Man suit variants

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BricksNerd's review of the LEGO Iron Man vs. The Mandarin: Ultimate Showdown (76008) set emphasizes the exclusive Iron Man Heartbreaker armor as its primary appeal. While the vehicle is considered basic, the unique Iron Man minifigure makes the set a worthwhile purchase for collectors.

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Inventory Statistics

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Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 10 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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