Clone Trooper ARC, 501st Legion (Captain Rex Phase 2)
sw0448 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2013
Figure ID
sw0448
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Rare
Head
Standard flesh tone head with scowl expression and stubble, dual-sided with an alternate angry expression, unique to clone troopers of this era.
Torso
White Clone Trooper armor with 501st blue markings, black belt printing, blue arms, and black hands.
Legs
White legs with standard black hip piece and a dark bluish gray cloth/plastic kama accessory wrapping around the waist.
Accessories
Dark bluish gray standard cloth pauldron (shoulder armor) and a dark bluish gray cloth kama (waist cape). Note: The iconic dual DC-17 blaster pistols are missing in this image.
Color Scheme
White, blue, dark bluish gray, and black.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on helmet, torso front and back, with accurate 501st blue brigade markings and unique helmet detailing including the iconic weld marks and blue tally marks.
Variants
Appears as a single variant in the 2013 set, though a modernized version was released in 2023 with a 501st Clone Trooper battle pack.
Condition Notes
Look out for wear on the cloth pauldron and kama edges, yellowing of white plastic parts, and scratching on the printed visor of the helmet.
Estimated Value
$100 - $150 USD complete with accessories; significantly higher if verified pristine.
Price (New)
Originally came in a 2013 set retailing for $39.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
75012-1: BARC Speeder with Sidecar
Character Background
Captain Rex (CT-7567) served the Galactic Republic during the Clone Wars, closely tied to Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano, later helping form the rebellion.
Design Notes
Features a specialized printed Phase 2 helmet mold unique to Captain Rex at the time, highly sought after for its accuracy to the animated series.
Similar Minifigures
sw1263 (Captain Rex 2023 version), sw0439 (501st Legion Clone Trooper), sw0299 (ARC Trooper Hammer)
Collectibility
Extremely high demand among Star Wars collectors due to character popularity and the retirement of the 2013 variant.
History
Debuted in 2013 as part of the Clone Wars wave, becoming one of the most iconic and desired secondary characters in LEGO Star Wars history.
Interesting Facts
The 2013 Captain Rex minifigure famously commanded very high aftermarket prices for years before LEGO finally released an updated version in 2023.
Display Suggestions
Display in a dust-free acrylic case alongside other 501st Legion clone troopers and a BARC speeder.
Modification Potential
Can be enhanced with third-party cloth accessories or custom rangefinders if missing, though purists prefer original official parts.
Overall Assessment
An absolute Holy Grail for clone trooper collectors and fans of The Clone Wars, boasting high investment value and iconic status.