Clone Trooper Scout (Phase 1) - Camouflage Pattern
sw0518 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 2 · 2014. It debuted in the Kashyyyk Troopers Battle Pack (75035) during a transition period where LEGO was modernizing Clone Trooper prints with more detailed linework and movie-accurate proportions.
Figure ID
sw0518
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014. It debuted in the Kashyyyk Troopers Battle Pack (75035) during a transition period where LEGO was modernizing Clone Trooper prints with more detailed linework and movie-accurate proportions.
Rarity
Uncommon. While it was in a budget-friendly Battle Pack, that specific set has been retired for years, and army builders often hoard these figures, making them less available on the secondary market than standard troopers.
Head
Standard 'Angry Clone' face print (flesh tone) with a white Phase 1 Scout Trooper helmet. The helmet features a unique visor mold and gray/black printed detailing for the vents and visor area.
Torso
White torso with Kashyyyk-style camouflage armor printing. It features olive green and dark gray geometric camo patterns over standard Phase 1 armor plating designs on both front and back.
Legs
White legs with matching camouflage printing on the front of the hips and legs. The print includes knee pad detailing and armor plate outlines in dark gray and olive green.
Accessories
Includes a long DC-15A blaster rifle (black). Note: The example in the image uses a custom-built sniper variant featuring a technician tool/nozzle piece on the end of a standard blaster.
Color Scheme
Primary white with olive green, dark gray, and black accents representing the jungle/forest camouflage worn during the Battle of Kashyyyk.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with sharp lines. Features detailing on the helmet, torso (front/back), and legs (front). This era marked a significant step up in the complexity of 'weathered' or 'camo' prints for LEGO.
Variants
This specific printed camo pattern is unique to sw0518. It is often compared to the Phase 2 41st Elite Corps troopers (sw0519) released in the same set, which have a different helmet mold.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck post (stress marks) and the heel of the legs. The white plastic can yellow if exposed to UV light. Check the visor printing for scratches as it is a high-contact area.
Estimated Value
Used: $8 - $12 USD; New: $15 - $20 USD. Value is highly dependent on the tightness of the arm/leg joints and the crispness of the camouflage print.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 75035 for $12.99 USD, which included four minifigures, making the initial value approximately $3.25 per figure.
Compatible Sets
75035 Kashyyyk Troopers (2014).
Character Background
These troopers are part of the 41st Elite Corps, specialized in scout and reconnaissance missions in harsh environments like the forests of Kashyyyk, supporting Jedi Master Yoda during the Clone Wars.
Design Notes
This figure uses a specialized helmet mold that differs from the standard 'bucket' Phase 1 or 2 helmets, intended to mimic the scout trooper look while maintaining Phase 1 aesthetic cues.
Similar Minifigures
sw0519 (41st Elite Corps Phase 2), sw0058 (Original Clone Scout), and sw1146 (Elite Clone Trooper).
Collectibility
High. Army builders frequently seek these in multiples of 10 or 20 to create dioramas. The demand remains stable due to the popularity of the 'Kashyyyk' sub-theme within Star Wars collecting.
History
Follows the evolution from the very first solid-color clones (2002) to the highly detailed, specialized corps troopers of the mid-2010s that showcased LEGO's ability to do complex camouflage patterns.
Interesting Facts
The helmet design is a 'hybrid' specifically created for the 2014 Kashyyyk wave to bridge the gap between the Episode II Phase 1 look and the Episode III Scout look.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a jungle MOC (My Own Creation) with dark green foliage and brown soil tiles. Pairs perfectly with the LEGO 75234 AT-AP Raider or 75043 AT-AP.
Modification Potential
The head can be swapped for modern 'temme' skin tone clones. The torso and legs are popular for custom 'Jungle Strike Force' trooper builds.
Overall Assessment
A standout 'Battle Pack' figure that punches above its weight class in terms of detail. Highly recommended for Star Wars collectors and army builders. Rated 8/10 for design accuracy and playability.