Manhole Cover Shield [Brute Shields]

I really want to make a new toon with the manhole cover as a shield but its not in the costume creation at new toon creation so i'm assuming it's an unlockable.
Can anyone confirm it is or if its even in yet ?

Hm. It was available when I made new characters while I13 was in testing. Shouldn't matter much if the character is hero or villain. What body type are you using?

Edit: I just tried making a brute with shields and I had no problems finding it in the drop-down list on any of the three body types (male, female, huge). It should be between Kite Shield and PPD Riot Shield in the list.

I'm making a female toon and the only options i get on a Brute are Cavalier or Knight.

Edit:
Nm its me being blonde .. found it.