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The Proto-Classic Armor is a type of Iron Man armor developed by Tony Stark.
After losing a confrontaion with Mister Doll, Tony Stark decided that the Golden Armor was too heavy and bulky (as it was made from iron plate). He built an all-new suit of armor, which was a mix of hard components (wrist units, facemask) and flexible, lightweight metal "fabric" connecting them (along the arms, legs, etc.). This Proto-Classic Armor would be the template for many armors to come.
- Iron Manual Name: Mod II Mark I/IA
- Iron Man: The Legend Name: Proto-Classic Armor
- All-New Iron Manual Name: Model 02
- Continuity: Marvel Universe (Earth-616)
- First Appearance: Tales of Suspense #48
- Replaced in: Tales of Suspense #66
- Primary armor
- Preceded by: Golden Armor
- Followed by: Classic Armor
Minor Variations
- Originally, this armor has ridges radiating from its neck across its chest. Beginning in Tales of Suspense #50, these ridges are sometimes not present.
- The "belly" of this suit is usually yellow, but sometimes red.