Rebel Trooper - Hoth, White Uniform, Dark Tan Flesh, Helmet with Goggles and Comlink
sw0840 · Star Wars
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back · 2017
Figure ID
sw0840
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2017
Rarity
Common
Head
Light nougat flesh tone, stern male expression with stubble and a scar on the right cheek, dual-sided with an alternate angry/gritting expression, unique to recent Star Wars Hoth waves.
Torso
White parka torso with detailed black printing representing cold-weather gear, rank badge, utility belt with a tan pouch, and a V-neck collar over a tan undershirt. Light grey arms and white hands.
Legs
Light bluish-grey hips and legs with white printing depicting lower parka robes and boot straps.
Accessories
White helmet with built-in communications headset and raised white snow goggles.
Color Scheme
White, light bluish-grey, dark tan accents, and light nougat flesh tone.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on torso (front and back), dual-molded or dual-printed leg accents, and detailed head printing with accurate facial features.
Variants
Appears in multiple Hoth battle packs and sets from 2017 onward with minor print updates compared to the 2007-2010 variants.
Condition Notes
Watch for yellowing of white plastic elements due to UV exposure, minor scratching on the helmet visor, and wear on the torso chest print.
Estimated Value
4.00 USD to 7.00 USD for used complete condition.
Price (New)
Originally available in battle packs retailing around 14.99 USD to 19.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
75198 Tatooine Battle Pack (incorrectly associated sometimes), specifically 75138 Hoth Attack (2016 variant) and 75241 Action Battle Echo Base (2019), and various Hoth-themed advent calendars.
Character Background
Generic Rebel Alliance soldiers stationed at Echo Base on the ice planet Hoth during the Galactic Civil War, featured prominently in the opening sequence of The Empire Strikes Back.
Design Notes
Represents a significant upgrade from the 2007 Hoth troopers, introducing highly detailed parka printing, dual-molded or dual-printed legs, and specialized helmet/goggle combo pieces.
Similar Minifigures
Rebel Trooper - Hoth (Dark Tan Jacket, sw0593), Rebel Fleet Trooper (sw0230), Snowtrooper (sw0577).
Collectibility
Moderate demand among army builders and Star Wars troop collectors; highly sought after in bulk for creating large Echo Base dioramas.
History
Hoth Rebel Troopers have evolved significantly from the classic yellow-faced variants of 2002 to the modern, highly detailed flesh-toned iterations introduced in the late 2010s.
Interesting Facts
The helmet piece combines a classic infantry helmet, raised goggles, and a side-mounted comlink into a single specialized mold.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an Echo Base defense diorama alongside snowtrenches, laser cannons, and Darth Vader or Imperial Snowtrooper opposition figures.
Modification Potential
Excellent for army building and custom Rebel faction creation; compatible with various blaster accessories and standard LEGO Star Wars gear.
Overall Assessment
An essential, well-designed troop builder figure for any LEGO Star Wars fan, offering high detail and great army-building potential at an affordable price.