Bionicle Bohrok-Kal Shield Piece (Tahnok-Kal)
The LEGO Group • Bionicle (Bohrok-Kal Series)
Toy Category
Building Set Part / Action Figure Accessory
Year Released
2003
Condition
Excellent/Near Mint: The piece shows vibrant color with no visible stress marks, teeth indentations, or heavy scratching on the plastic surface.
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD (individual part value)
Description
A handheld shield or 'tool' piece belonging to the Tahnok-Kal character. It features a marbled pattern of dark red and bright orange plastic. The design includes Technic-compatible pin holes for attachment and dual horns/spikes at the top corners.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD (individual part value)
Auction Estimate
$0.50 - $2.00 USD (for the single piece)
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard retail release; specifically issued with Tahnok-Kal sets; manufactured in Denmark/Czech Republic.
Model Number
Part 44268 / Set 8574
Toy Type
LEGO Technic / Bionicle specialized mold; ABS plastic; marbled dual-color injection.
Toy Condition
Excellent/Near Mint: The piece shows vibrant color with no visible stress marks, teeth indentations, or heavy scratching on the plastic surface.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging: Item is shown as a loose individual component.
Rarity & Significance
Low rarity; very common among early 2000s Bionicle collectors. Significant as part of the 'Elemental Shield' series that introduced marbled plastic to the Bionicle line.
Special Features
Marbled injection molding ensures that every individual piece has a unique color swirl pattern; features four Technic axle/pin connection points.
Notable Variations
The marbling ratio of red to orange varies on every single produced unit. Same mold was used in different colors for other Bohrok-Kal (e.g., blue/silver for Gahlok-Kal).