AT-AT Driver
sw0261 · Star Wars
The Empire Strikes Back · 2010
Figure ID
sw0261
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2010
Rarity
Common
Head
Plain light flesh head piece, standard Clone Wars/Imperial era style, though obscured entirely by the specialized helmet.
Torso
White torso with Imperial armored vest printing, including detailed black and grey life support hoses, chest control box with red and blue indicator lights, and silver belt buckle.
Legs
Plain light bluish grey legs with matching light bluish grey hips.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black LEGO blaster, though none is held in the image.
Color Scheme
White, light bluish grey, black, with red and blue accent details on the chest computer panel.
Printing Details
Sharp, clean pad printing on the front of the torso and the unique helmet piece featuring black, grey, and red details.
Variants
Features earlier and later versions of the AT-AT Driver across different Star Wars waves with subtle updates to helmet mold details and torso printing.
Condition Notes
Check for print wear on the chest box and helmet insignia, yellowing on white plastic components, and potential loose clutch power in the arms and legs.
Estimated Value
USD 5.00 to USD 10.00 depending on overall condition and inclusion of the blaster accessory.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced around $40.00 to $150.00 depending on the scale of the AT-AT walker set.
Compatible Sets
8129 AT-AT Walker (2010), 75054 AT-AT (2014)
Character Background
Imperial combat drivers specialized in operating All Terrain Armored Transport walkers during ground assaults, most notably seen during the Battle of Hoth in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.
Design Notes
Features a specialized molded helmet unique to Imperial vehicle drivers with integrated breathing tubes and distinctive visor design.
Similar Minifigures
Imperial V-Wing Pilot, TIE Fighter Pilot, AT-ST Driver
Collectibility
Moderate demand among Army builders and Star Wars Original Trilogy collectors who want to fill out their Imperial vehicle displays.
History
First introduced in 2010 to coincide with updated vehicle designs in the LEGO Star Wars theme, superseding earlier 2003 helmet designs.
Interesting Facts
The distinctive bucket-like helmet design is closely modelled after the original costume pieces used in The Empire Strikes Back.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed piloting an official LEGO AT-AT walker or standing alongside Snowtroopers and General Veers on a snowy Hoth-themed baseplate.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Imperial army building, MOC hangar bays, and diorama displays of Imperial ground forces.
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly recognizable troop variant that is essential for any complete Imperial army or Hoth battle scene display.