Super Battle Droid - Dark Bluish Gray
sw0229 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2009
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sw0229
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
An iconic, essential army builder figure for any LEGO Star Wars prequel or Clone Wars collection with great durability despite fragile joints.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationValued around $1.00 to $3.00 USD in used condition and up to $5.00 USD new.
Original Retail
Originally included in sets ranging from $10 to $100+ USD during the 2009 Clone Wars wave.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
The head is integrated into the specialized torso mold, featuring no separate head piece.
Torso
Specialized dark bluish gray Super Battle Droid upper body mold with sculpted mechanical chest lines, integrated arms, and dual heavy blaster attachment points.
Legs
Specialized dark bluish gray Super Battle Droid lower body mold with fixed conjoined legs and standard clip attachment.
Accessories
None pictured. Typically equipped with a stud-firing blaster hand or standard arm-mounted shooter in sets.
Printing Details
No pad printing is present on this variant; the dark bluish gray color is molded directly into the specialized ABS plastic elements.
Color Scheme
Dark bluish gray monochromatic color scheme representing the heavy-duty industrial build of the Separatist combat droids.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple color variations including pearl dark gray, bluish gray, and with rocket launcher attachments.
Condition Notes
Prone to loose hip clutches and stress cracks at the delicate shoulder and clip connection joints due to age and frequent assembly.
Found In Sets
Appears in numerous Clone Wars and Galactic Empire sets from 2009 onward, including 8014 Clone Walker Battle Pack and 7748 Corporate Alliance Tank Droid.
Character Background
Super Battle Droids are upgraded B1 battle droids used by the Confederacy of Independent Systems, featuring heavier armor and built-in arm blasters.
Design Notes
Uses a specialized non-standard minifigure body style introduced in 2008 to accurately capture the bulky silhouette of the source material.
History
Introduced in 2008 for the Clone Wars multimedia project, replacing the older flat-faced B2 design from 2002 with a more streamlined sculpt.
Interesting Facts
The specialized arms of the Super Battle Droid are notorious for snapping if bent too far backward or forced into incompatible clips.
Collectibility
High volume army-builder figure that is heavily sought after by troop builders despite being relatively common.
Similar Minifigures
B1 Battle Droid, Commando Droid, Droideka.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in large squads on a dark baseplate alongside standard B1 battle droids to recreate Separatist army formations.
Modification Potential
Popular for custom military MOCs, battle scenes, and Separatist army building.