501st Legion Clone Trooper (Phase 2)
sw1094 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars · 2020
Figure ID
sw1094
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2020
Rarity
Common; available in high-volume sets, but holds high value due to army-building popularity
Head
Standard Light Nougat Clone Trooper head with a 'grumpy' expression, hidden under a Phase 2 helmet featuring the signature blue 501st markings.
Torso
White chest plate with 501st blue markings and weathered scuff details on the front/back; includes blue arms and black hands.
Legs
White legs with blue print on the hips and down the shins, including knee plate and toe armor detailing.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black DC-15S blaster or a long DC-15A blaster rifle (missing in image).
Color Scheme
White, Blue, and Black; the classic 501st Legion palette representing 'Vader's Fist'.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on helmet, torso, and legs. Includes specific distressed 'battle damage' marks on the armor plates.
Variants
This 2020 version (sw1094) differs from the 2013 version (sw0445) and the 2023 version with helmet holes (sw1258).
Condition Notes
Prone to heel cracks and torso cracks under arms if played with heavily; check helmet print alignment as some batches have shifted blue lines.
Estimated Value
Used: $5-$8, New: $8-$12. Value is relatively stable due to widespread set availability.
Price (New)
Available in set 75280 ($29.99 retail) containing four clones, meaning an individual figure retail break-down was roughly $6.00.
Compatible Sets
75280 501st Legion Clone Troopers, 75345 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack.
Character Background
Soldiers of the 501st Legion under Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex; famously known for Siege of Mandalore and Order 66.
Design Notes
The 2020 redesign updated the visor and chest plate shape to better match the 'The Clone Wars' Season 7 animation style.
Similar Minifigures
sw0445 (2013 501st Trooper), sw1258 (501st Specialist), sw0605 (Geonosis Clone Trooper).
Collectibility
Extremely high collectibility for army builders; fans often buy dozens of this specific figure to create dioramas.
History
First debuted in response to the #WeWant501stBattlePack social media campaign, marking a milestone in fan-influenced LEGO design.
Interesting Facts
This figure helped set 75280 become one of the fastest-selling Star Wars sets in modern LEGO history.
Display Suggestions
Display in ranks of 4x4 on a grey baseplate or alongside a 501st AT-RT build.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist customs; parts are standard so they can be swapped with Captain Rex or custom cloth pauldrons.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential modern LEGO Star Wars figure; excellent printing and historical significance to the fanbase make it a must-have.