Hot Toys Iron Man Flying Wall Mount with Arc Reactor

Hot Toys 1/4 Scale Iron Man Wall Mount Display

Description

This is a custom-designed wall mount display for the Hot Toys 1/4 scale Iron Man QS011 and QS012 Mark 3 figures, designed to showcase Iron Man in a dynamic flying pose. The mount consists of two parts—a back brace that securely holds the figure and a wall mount inspired by Iron Man’s Arc Reactor.

I used this mount to display Iron Man as a home theater prop, positioned next to the 2008 Iron Man movie poster. I also created a 1/6 scale Batman Tumbler wall mount to display next to a 2008 Dark Knight Why So Serious? poster.

Design Features

• Two-Part System:
  
  • Back Brace: Custom-designed to securely hold Iron Man by the arm and leg ts, ensuring a strong and stable hold in a flight pose.
    
  • The back brace snaps in and out. The leg connector has cuts at angles for a tight fit to match the leg ts, which aren't parallel. The arm connectors are elongated for more pose flexibility. I added small spheres which significantly increased strength at key areas.
  • Wall Mount: Styled after Iron Man’s Arc Reactor. It is made of many components for easy multi-color printing. I printed the inner core blue with surrounds in clear. Copper silk looks great for the coils.
• Threaded Mount:
  
  • The back brace includes a 1/4"-20 threaded mount, allowing the use of either a threaded rod or a flexible arm for positioning.
    
  • Threaded Rod (from hardware store): Provides a rigid, fixed-angle display (not adjustable).
    
  • Flexible Arm (for cameras): Allows for dynamic posing, but ensure the arm is strong enough to Iron Man’s weight to prevent sagging. The 6" flexible arm I tried did NOT hold Iron Man in the position I wanted, so I used a threaded rod and 3d printed a tube to cover the threads.
  • The threads between the back brace and the wall mount hold the threaded rod or arm at an angle, improving leverage and strength.
• Cleverly Hidden Screws:
  
  • The wall-mounted Arc Reactor design discreetly hides the screw holes under two of the power coils. This part is slightly thicker for added strength, but still very delicate so print several in case they break. Depending on your printer calibration, you may want to file the inside slightly for a looser fit.
• Multicolor Printing: The Arc Reactor wall mount is designed as individual pieces, allowing it to be printed in multicolor even with a single-color printer. Alternatively, simply import the files as assembled and assign different filaments to each part for multicolor printing (I used the Bambu X1C AMS). to printing the screw cover plates separately to save on purging.
• Epic Flight Pose:
  
  • I posed Iron Man flying with his flaps open and repulsor hands aimed forward. The mount does not interfere with the flaps.
  • Turn on his lights for an incredible effect!
    
• Pose Limitations: The back brace is designed to snap into the arm ts with the arms (shoulders) positioned ‘out’. This means arm poses might be limited and might not suit the exact position you want. However, most of the weight is ed by the mount near the leg t, where motion is less restricted, allowing for more flexibility in leg positioning.

• Potential Compatibility: This mount might fit other 1/4 scale figures, such as the Mark XLII, Mark IV, or Mark VI. However, it is less likely to work for figures like Batman, Boba Fett, or Spider-Man due to differences in body shape and armor design. It might still be worth a try if you're looking for a creative mounting solution.

• Note: The threaded rod or flexible arm is NOT included. You will need to source your own based on your preferred mounting style.

This mount creates an epic mid-flight display, turning your Iron Man figure into a show-stopping centerpiece!

This is a structural part - you need to know what you're doing and not rely on my print instructions since printers and materials differ. The fit is very snug - you may need to sand the areas where the mount holds the figure, depending on your printer calibration.

This is what I did:
- Print with high infill and strong perimeters to ensure the mount can the weight of the figure, and for the screw holes.
- needed for back brace.
- You must achieve good adhesion between layers.
- Some flexing is needed to snap the brackets into the model. Since my model is wired with a battery eliminator, I don't intend on removing the model and my bracket won't be snapped on and off often or at all.
- The back brace needs to be printed with the correct layer orientation for maximum strength. Prioritize the leg bracket since it bears most of the weight. I used PA6-CF, but you should choose a material that provides the necessary durability. PETG is probably the best choice, but I was having layer adhesion problems. PA6-CF is strong, but too stiff to easily snap in and out. PA6-CF also needed sanding and I took some material off the mount fingers to make it easier to snap in and out. You may need to experiment with different materials and print settings to ensure a strong and secure hold until you're comfortable with the final result. I suggest start with PETG and sand down the mount fingers as needed.
- I included the threaded rod tube, but you will need to make your own based on the length of your rod (if you use one). I created the tube as 6.5mm ID and 7.5mm OD. The angle at the Arc Reactor is 35 degrees.