C&C Feature - Top Batman Gadgets - Check Out the Coolest Items from the Dark Knight's Arsenal

C&C Feature - The Most Awesome Batman Gadgets

Check Out the Coolest Items from the Dark Knight's Arsenal

By Alex Burns 

When Bruce Wayne vowed to avenge his parents senseless murder he committed himself to a war on crime that would encompass his entire being. He dedicated his life to making sure he was the peak human specimen both physically and mentally but there's only so much that a strong body and determined will can do alone. Thankfully Wayne also had access to his family fortune and utilised this wealth to create an arsenal of highly advanced tech and sophisticated gadgetry to aid in his battle against evil. Join us as we take a look through the history of everyones favourite caped crusader and pick out the best and most iconic bat-gadgets out there!

The Batarang

Lets start off with a classic, the batarang is a trademark staple of Batman lore and it's been beating criminals upside the head for decades! You can't beat literally throwing things at the forces of evil and it's proved super effective for Batman as a tool for incapacitating and disarming enemies as well as helping Batman make that near impossible shot that always saves Gotham City from certain doom. There's been plenty of neat additions to the batarang in the comics, including a remote control version for tackling a large number of enemies, explosive batarangs for taking down super powered foes and an electrified batarang for short circuiting those just about to blow bombs! Plus they are shaped like bats, awesome!

The Bat Cape

Next up is the ever in style bat cape, depending on which version of the character you buy into the the bat cape can accomplish a number of neat tricks first off though it's shaped like giant bat wings and primarily it's used to strike fear into evil-doers and finishes of the Batman look perfectly. The cape can take a rigid shape which enables Batman to traverse large distances and glide across rooftops it also helps to keep him hidden when lurking in the shadows. In the comics and movies we've seen it can also offer protection against knifes and lethal substances as well as fire. Forget the no capes rule, only a bad superhero blames his tools!

The Bat Cowl

So we've done the cape, now onto the cowl (hmm maybe we should have gone cape and then cowl?) ! The bat cowl is a serious piece of kit and doesn't just protect Bruce Wayne's secret identity it keeps his cranium safe from all kinds of pain! Naturally being a crime fighter comes with risks and a lot of nasty objects get thrown the way of Batman's skull and aside from bullets this cowl should withstand them all. The cowl also offers some pretty advanced tech hidden behind the grim expression. A built in comms-unit keeps Batman in touch with his allies and police reports, there's also adjustable vision support as well that includes infrared and night vision. Some instances have also shown the cowl electrify criminals who try to remove it. 

The Grapnel Gun

The grapnel gun is an invaluable tool in Batman's utility belt. Granting the dark knight the ability to ascend great heights in mere seconds the grapnel gun has helped Batman appear as more than just a man to his foes as he dispatches justice across Gotham City. Incredibly lightweight and sturdy the grapnel line can support Batman's weight and then some, it can also be used as a non-lethal weapon, disarming goons and latching onto them to pull them in close so Batman can knock them into next week. The grapnel gun combines with the bat cape to allow Batman to traverse Gotham City quickly and quietly making it perfect for Batman's nightly patrols.

Ultrasonic Bat Summoner

This ultrasonic bat summoner is as close to a superpower as you can get within the realms of bat gadgets. The ultrasonic device alerts all the bats chilling in the batcave to aid Batman when he's in serious trouble. The concealed device was seen in Batman: Year One and then used again in Batman Begins and showed off the destructive force of hundreds of bats all converging onto one location at the same time, they cause some serious disruption and since Batman spends a lot of time with these guys he's more than happy to run straight through as his enemies flap around in fear. It's not quite Aquaman level, talking to dolphins and stuff, but it's pretty darn close!

The Bat Suit

The bat suit itself is a highly sophisticated piece of clothing that does way more than just look cool. The suit is lightweight but seriously durable and protects against blunt trauma, knife wounds and glancing bullet shots, it'll take a straight gunshot to cause any damage to the wearer. The suit also regulates temperature and can either cool or heat the body depending on the environment, the suit also has built in sensors that pick up on exertion levels and heart rate so Batman can monitor his physical condition when in battle. This is no onesie by the way, the suit is compromised of overlapping armour plating and a kevlar weave for a balance of maximum flexibility and protection. Batman has a variety of alternate suits for extreme cold or heat scenarios as well as specially designed suits for high altitude or underwater missions.

The Batmobile

The Batmobile is just about the coolest car in existence and whatever version of the car you prefer, you can't deny that there's something for everyone. The Batmobile has been seen as a super fast sports car, a classy gadget filled Bond type vehicle or a huge tank that flattens everything in front of it. The best versions find a balance between the three and combines a bat themed design with a real world sensibility. The Batmobile seats two with either a Robin or a damsel in distress usually in the passenger seat and is likely tuned into police radios rather than Gotham City radio. The Batmobile is designed using Wayne Industries tech and has a jet powered engine and comes with a number of tricks, like oil slick, bulletproof armour and tyres as well as non lethal ammunition for riot control. There's also voice activated locking and a remote control mode that allows Batman to call his ride to his location anywhere in Gotham. 

Bat Sonar

Bat sonar is one of the most advanced and ethically challenging gadgets in Batman's arsenal. The device uses sonar imaging, like a bat, generated from mobile phone devices to allow Batman to create a visual blueprint of any location. The hi-tech device was used as an ultimate one shot in the Dark Knight in order to locate the Joker and end his unstoppable crime spree across Gotham. Batman's dangerous enough on his own but when he's got absolute situational awareness and a visual guide for where all of his enemies are, he can get the drop on them like never before. Using the bat sonar we see Batman take down two SWAT teams, a gang of Joker goons and rescue several hostages in mere minutes. Total surveillance comes at a cost as the citizens of Gotham's privacy is violated but the end justified the means in this case as the Joker was finally brought down. Batman never used the technology again fearing it to be too dangerous if ever misused.

The Bat Signal

The bat signal may not be the most advanced gadget on this list but it's one the most iconic. Given as a gift to the GCPD so they can contact Batman in times of need the bat signal casts a huge beam of light into the Gotham skyline creating a bat symbol that blankets the clouds above. Used primarily by Batman's friend and ally Commissioner Gordon the bat signal has become more than just a device for contacting the dark knight, the knowledge alone that Batman is out there on watch is a powerful tool for stopping crime throughout the city, criminals think twice before stealing or hurting someone because you never know who might show up to stop them...

 The Batcomputer

The batcomputer is the be all and end all of hardware and software pursuits, forever updating based on current technology Batman has the ultimate super computer to tackle any crime. The tech is useless of course if you don't know how to use it but of course Batman is a studied mind and more than capable of utilising the batcomputer to it's maximum potential. Batman is able to access and break through government level security, gain access to confidential files and process and analyse vast quantities of data super-fast for speedy deductions and impressive unmatched mystery solving. So basically you know that picture your friend put up online of you looking less than your best that you thought you deleted, yeah, Batman's got it.

So there you have it, there's plenty more gadgets ready for use in the Batcave but these are a few of our favourites, hope you enjoyed this list and make sure to let us know your favourite gadget in the comments. We have a couple of honourable mentions for the always good to have on you; shark repellent bat spray and the sylish bat credit card, expiration date, forever!