sp008·Space·1996
BrickLink completed sales. Prices updated September 2026. · Added to seller inventories 3 times in the last 30 days.
#159 most valuable in Space · #9,948 of 18,342 priced minifigs
| BrickLink ID | sp008 |
| Theme | Space |
| Year Released | 1996 |
| Average Price (Used) | $3.11 |
| Average Price (New) | $5.76 |
| Price Range | $0.94 to $10.00 |
| Value Rank (Space) | #159 of 226 |
| Value Rank (All Minifigs) | #9,948 of 18,342 |
| Parts | 6 |
| Found In | 6 sets |
Weekly snapshots of the BrickLink 6-month rolling average. Up $0.19 since July 13, 2026.
| Date | Used avg | New avg |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $2.92 | $4.36 |
| Sep 7, 2026 | $3.11 | $5.76 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | $3.11 | $5.76 |
The LEGO Exploriens (sp008) is a Space minifigure worth $3.11 on average, released in 1996 and found in 6 sets. It has 6 individual parts. By value, it ranks #159 of 226 Space minifigures and #9,948 of 18,342 priced LEGO minifigures overall. The Space theme average is $7.55, making this figure below average for its theme.
Exploriens - Dark Gray Helmet and Radio Torso (sp008) is a common Space minifigure, averaging $3.11 on BrickLink. It appears in 6 different sets, which keeps supply high and prices low. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually. Bundle it with other Space figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
The LEGO Exploriens - Dark Gray Helmet and Radio Torso (sp008) is worth $3.11 used and $5.76 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.94 to $10.00 depending on condition. This is below the Space average of $7.55, making it one of the more affordable figures in the theme. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
Exploriens - Dark Gray Helmet and Radio Torso appears in 6 sets: Scorpion Detector (1737-1, ~$176.27), Planetary Decoder (6856-1, ~$71.00), Nebula Outpost (6899-1, ~$102.49), and 3 more. Multiple set appearances mean there are plenty of these in circulation, which is why the price stays relatively accessible.
Look for the BrickLink ID sp008. It's the definitive identifier for this figure. Exploriens - Dark Gray Helmet and Radio Torso is made up of 6 parts including specialized accessories. The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Space minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Space Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.
All 4 other Exploriens printings with market prices, ranked by BrickLink average.
