Droid, Commando (Dark Brown)
sw0359 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2012; debuted in set 9488 Elite Clone Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack
Figure ID
sw0359
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2012; debuted in set 9488 Elite Clone Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack
Rarity
Uncommon; originally exclusive to a single battle pack but released in high volume during the peak of The Clone Wars line
Head
Dark Brown droid head piece with mechanical molding and yellow eye printing; utilizes the standard B1 Droid head mold but in a distinct color
Torso
Dark Brown droid torso; featuring mechanical detail molding, dark stone grey (dark bluish gray) arms, and droid-compatible socket joints
Legs
Dark Stone Grey (Dark Bluish Gray) droid legs; standardized mechanical stalk legs with wide feet for stability
Accessories
None pictured. Typically issued with a black blaster (standard or short rifle). The back has a single stud for carrying gear or specialized equipment
Color Scheme
Dark Brown and Dark Stone Grey; intended to mimic the specialized armor plating seen in the television series
Printing Details
Very limited; the only print is the yellow/orange eyes on the head piece. Molding provides the majority of the visual character detail
Variants
Captain variant (sw0454) with a white mark on the head; newer version (sw1285) with more detailed torso printing released in 2023
Condition Notes
Prone to loose arm and leg joints. The thin clips on the hands are notorious for snapping if blasters are left in too long. Check for 'stress marks' on the dark brown plastic clips
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $6.00 Used; $10.00+ New/Unassembled. Value remains stable due to demand for 'army building'
Price (New)
Included in set 9488 which retailed for $12.99 USD in 2012
Compatible Sets
9488 Elite Clone Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack (2012)
Character Background
BX-series droid commandos were elite, highly intelligent battle droids used by the Separatists for infiltration and stealth missions during the Clone Wars
Design Notes
Significant for being the first attempt at the Commando Droid, relying on color swaps rather than new molds to differentiate them from standard B1 units
Similar Minifigures
sw0001c Battle Droid, sw0454 Commando Droid Captain, sw1285 BX-Series Commando Droid (Updated)
Collectibility
High for 'Army Builders' who seek to create large-scale dioramas; historically stable investment due to the popularity of The Clone Wars era
History
Introduced LEGO's shift toward specialized droid types beyond the basic Tan/Beige battle droids as the PT/CW themes matured
Interesting Facts
The dark brown color was chosen specifically to match their first appearance in the 'Rookies' episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Display Suggestions
Display in groups of four to replicate a standard commando squad. Best paired with Phase 2 ARC Troopers or Captain Rex
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist customs; parts are cross-compatible with standard Battle Droids and Super Battle Droids for custom color ways
Overall Assessment
A solid, essential figure for any Star Wars: The Clone Wars collection. While the lack of torso printing makes it less detailed than modern versions, it remains the definitive 'Classic' Commando Droid