Clone Airborne Trooper, 212th Attack Battalion
sw0523 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2014
Figure ID
sw0523
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Standard clone trooper head with black angry expression, stubble, and white pupils underneath a specialized white and dark gray Airborne Trooper helmet.
Torso
White torso with gray arms, white hands, and detailed 212th Attack Battalion armor printing featuring black lining, a reddish-orange rank badge, and utility belt details.
Legs
White legs with detailed gray and black armor printing on the hips and knee plates.
Accessories
Standard black LEGO blaster rifle (long blaster).
Color Scheme
White, dark gray, black, and minor red/orange accent details.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the helmet, torso front and back, and legs with sharp lines and accurate 212th unit detailing.
Variants
Standard version as it appears in the 2014 Utapau Troopers battle pack.
Condition Notes
Inspect for wear on the helmet prints, yellowing of white plastic pieces, and clutch power on the arms and legs.
Estimated Value
15.00 USD to 25.00 USD used complete, depending on condition.
Price (New)
The set it originally came in, 75036 Utapau Troopers, retailed for approximately 12.99 USD in 2014.
Compatible Sets
75036-1: Utapau Troopers
Character Background
Airborne Troopers were specialized clone troopers in the Grand Army of the Republic trained for high-altitude drops and orbital insertions, serving notably under Commander Cody and Obi-Wan Kenobi during the Battle of Utapau.
Design Notes
Features the specialized Phase II Airborne helmet mold introduced to accurately reflect the design seen in Revenge of the Sith and The Clone Wars.
Similar Minifigures
212th Clone Trooper (sw0522), Phase II Clone Trooper variants.
Collectibility
High demand among army builders and prequel-era LEGO Star Wars collectors, making this figure steadily appreciate in value.
History
Released in 2014 as part of a popular wave of battle packs that updated many Clone Army designs with newer helmet molds and more detailed printing.
Interesting Facts
The Utapau Troopers battle pack was heavily sought after upon release for allowing fans to easily army-build both the Airborne Trooper and the standard 212th Trooper.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a custom Utapau-themed baseplate alongside other 212th Attack Battalion clones and General Kenobi.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Clone Army MOCs, drop-ship dioramas, and purist army building.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, highly detailed troop builder figure that commands solid secondary market value and is a must-have for prequel era enthusiasts.