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Batmobile Tumbler

Name: LEGO Batmobile Tumbler 76240
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 76240

66 · MIXED REVIEWSINVESTMENT GRADE: BB20212,049 pcsHigh agreement · 86%

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Synthesized Verdict

"The Batmobile Tumbler is the best LEGO version of this iconic vehicle and a genuine showpiece for Dark Knight fans, but at a $0.132 price-per-piece and heavy reliance on stickers, it earns a Recommended rather than a glowing verdict, scoring 70.8 on BrickScore with 1,930 owner ratings averaging 4.64."

The Batmobile Tumbler is widely regarded as the definitive LEGO representation of the Dark Knight's iconic vehicle, earning consistent praise for its sheer scale, impressive design accuracy, and commanding shelf presence. Across 1,930 owner ratings it averages 4.64 out of 5, with 82% recommending it. Reviewers are balanced: the stunning finished model and strong build satisfaction are well-established, but recurring criticisms around extensive stickers at a premium price, some fragility in the outer shell panels, and the repetitive construction of identical left and right sides bring the score down from where the visual impact alone might place it.

Where they split: A consistent split exists between owners who find the build deeply satisfying and the final model worth every penny, and those who note the fragile outer panels and sticker-heavy finish feel below standard for a $269.99 set. The LEGO.com value signal of 4.03 out of 5 sits noticeably lower than the overall rating of 4.64, capturing this gap.

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LOVED (7)

01Highly accurate recreation of the Dark Knight Trilogy Tumbler at impressive scale
02Large rubber tyres adding authentic weight and visual presence
03Rewarding build experience spanning approximately 7 to 9 hours

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CRITICIZED (7)

01Extensive sticker use, including a very large display plaque sticker that many find difficult to apply cleanly at this price point
02Outer shell panels are only lightly secured and can shift or detach with handling
03Construction of left and right sides is repetitive

+4 more with Collector

Build Facts what critics report

⏱ Build time

~6 hours 36 minutes (396 minutes total)

🧩 Difficulty

intermediate

🎯 Audience

kids

In Their Words most-used terms across every critic review

displaystanddetail2014batmanversionjokerdesigninteriortumbler76023rearpricevisibledespitebatmobileprintingtechnicfeatureswheelsfronttrilogyelements1989playcockpitimproveddetails

What reviewers are saying

"I like this view from the back there the rear corner this is this is the view for me"

JANGBRiCKS

"While not my favorite imagining of the Batmobile, 76240 is definitely one Batman fans and collectors [appreciate]."

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Ecosystem

76239 81 — Smaller playscale version designed for kids 8+ with impressive detail-to-durability balance; more playable and accessible than the large collectors' version while maintaining high detail

1989 Batmobile (76139) — The 1989 Batmobile is superior overall. It has over 1000 more bricks, a lower price tag ($50 less), more functional features (pop-out machine guns, sliding roof, working steering column), more exciting interior details, and more solid construction. The 1989 version is the reviewer's favorite Batmobile and favorite LEGO Batmobile model. The Tumbler looks more like the movie Tumbler but lacks the features and excitement.

Minifigure scale Tumbler set (76239) 81 — The 76240 is differentiated from the smaller minifigure scale Tumbler released in 2021 by providing exclusive minifigure designs and a larger, more impressive display model.

DC Comics Super HeroesInvestment Grade

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Expert Video Source

"I like this view from the back there the rear corner this is this is the view for me"

Key Pros

✓Respectable price for piece count
✓Improved rear corner detail
✓New Heath Ledger Joker interrogation scene minifig variant

Key Cons

✕Front corners are flatter, less preferred than 2014 version from some angles
✕Hair piece on Joker too clean and not dirty enough to capture onscreen version accurately

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HOLD

"While not my favorite imagining of the Batmobile, 76240 is definitely one Batman fans and collectors [appreciate]."

Key Pros

✓Captures the Nolan trilogy Batmobile design very accurately and looks amazing as a display piece
✓Exclusive minifigures with double-sided faces and detailed torso/leg printing for both Batman and Joker
✓Interesting build techniques, particularly the angled cab wall construction using Technic elements

Key Cons

✕Finicky construction with many exterior details attached via single-point fasteners that shift or fall off when touched
✕Not as sturdy as the 1989 Batmobile; requires careful handling

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (2)

Batman - Black Suit with Copper Belt and Printed Legs (Type 2 Cowl)

The Joker - Green Vest and Printed Arms

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Offset Chevron Tires
Larger diameter redesigned tires replacing the previous version's design. Reviewer prefers these between the two iterations.
Specialized Front Tires
Specialized thin rubber tires continue to be used for front wheels, requiring stand to prevent long-term sagging and flat spots.
Gold Details
Increased gold details throughout, more visible than previous version.
Printed windowpane (front of car)
Custom printed element for the Tumbler's distinctive windshield design
Custom tires and rims
Specialized elements for the vehicle's wheels
Technic cross axles and angle elements for cab wall structure
Interesting wall-building technique for creating angled structures, with applications beyond the Tumbler