|PHOTOS| Don Cheadle Suits Up For Iron Man 3 As “Iron Patriot”

Don Cheadle plays the role of Robert Downey Jr.’s sidekick in Iron Man 3 as Iron Patriot, and while he says it’s cool to see himself as a super hero, donning the regalia is not as fun as it looks. For one it takes 20 minutes to get the suit on, and then there’s limited mobility once you’re inside. Cheadle may need to get used to it though as Downey Jr. hints at his end with the franchise, Cheadle’s character James Rhodes might carry the torch. Cheadle revealed hes contractually obligated for Avengers 2 if his role is needed. The costume might be heavy but Cheadle is having fun in the role, but he still finds it different saying, “It’s me up there, so it’s kind of funny to me.” Iron Man 3 is due out Friday!Check out the photos after the jump!

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