TC-14
sw0067 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace · 1999
Figure ID
sw0067
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
1999
Rarity
rare
Head
Pearl light gray head with round yellow eyes, black pupils, and printed mouth/neck details, unique to TC-14
Torso
Pearl light gray torso with silver mechanical printing, exposed red and blue wiring across the lower chest, and back printing, unique to TC-14
Legs
Pearl light gray legs with printed silver metallic mechanical leg cylinder details
Accessories
None included in the base figure, though typically associated with a drink tray in its debut set
Color Scheme
Pearl light gray with silver, red, and blue accents, giving a metallic chrome-like appearance distinct from standard gold C-3PO
Printing Details
Pad printed face, torso with exposed wiring details, and detailed leg piston lines characteristic of late 90s Star Wars figures
Variants
Appeared in a 1999 original release and later updated with newer mold styles in subsequent promotional releases
Condition Notes
Pearl light gray plastic can suffer from slight discoloration or wear on the printed wiring and torso chest area over time
Estimated Value
15 to 30 USD depending on condition and completeness
Price (New)
Originally available only as a promotional item or exclusive bundled figure in 1999
Compatible Sets
3342 Star Wars #3, promotional releases surrounding The Phantom Menace
Character Background
TC-14 is a protocol droid in the service of the Trade Federation, notable for serving drinks to Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi at the beginning of The Phantom Menace
Design Notes
Utilizes the classic C-3PO body style molded in a unique pearl light gray color to represent the silver protocol droid
Similar Minifigures
C-3PO (sw0007), U-3PO (sw0185)
Collectibility
High among vintage Star Wars collectors due to its exclusivity and status as a memorable character from Episode I
History
Released during the inaugural 1999 wave of LEGO Star Wars, marking one of the earliest protocol droid variants
Interesting Facts
TC-14 is often misidentified as a silver version of C-3PO, but it is a distinct character with a female-programmed personality in Star Wars lore
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard black LEGO display plate alongside Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi
Modification Potential
Can be used as a custom protocol droid or customized with various service accessories
Overall Assessment
An iconic vintage Star Wars minifigure that remains a must-have for completionist collectors of the Episode I wave