Clone Trooper, 442nd Siege Battalion
sw0221 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2009
Figure ID
sw0221
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Rare
Head
Standard Clone Trooper black head with angry expression and white eyes, wearing the traditional Phase 1 Clone Trooper helmet with green fin and forehead markings specific to the 442nd Siege Battalion.
Torso
White torso with black hands and detailed green triangular chest armor markings, gray belt detailing, and rear printing matching the 442nd Siege Battalion armor aesthetic.
Legs
Plain white unprinted legs with a black hip piece.
Accessories
None visible in the provided image, though historically often paired with a black blaster rifle.
Color Scheme
Primary white with prominent green accents and black details.
Printing Details
Standard 2009 Clone Wars style pad printing with clean lines, featuring green battalion markings on the helmet and torso front/back.
Variants
Part of the extensive 2009 Clone Wars army builder waves which included several battalion-specific variants like the 327th, 212th, and 501st.
Condition Notes
Good used condition with minor dust and wear on the white plastic surfaces. Standard yellowing susceptibility for white pieces of this era.
Estimated Value
15 to 30 USD depending on exact condition and completeness.
Price (New)
Originally available in 2009 within a battle pack retailing around 11.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
8014 Clone Walker Battle Pack (2009)
Character Background
Clone Troopers of the 442nd Siege Battalion served in the Grand Army of the Republic during the Clone Wars, notable for their specialized green-marked armor used in heavy combat and siege operations.
Design Notes
Features the classic animated Clone Wars aesthetic with larger eyes and simplified features characteristic of the 2008-2013 wave of sets.
Similar Minifigures
sw0211 Clone Trooper (501st Legion), sw0216 Clone Trooper (212th Attack Battalion), sw0222 Assassin Droid.
Collectibility
High demand among army builders and Star Wars completionists due to its limited appearance in only a single battle pack.
History
Released during the height of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series first season hype, cementing army building as a core LEGO collecting hobby.
Interesting Facts
The 442nd Siege Battalion appeared briefly in Revenge of the Sith during the siege of Cato Neimoidia, making this battle pack essential for screen-accurate dioramas.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark baseplate alongside other Clone Wars era troopers and vehicles in a military formation layout.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Clone Wars MOCs, army building displays, or upgrading with cloth pauldrons and kama accessories.
Overall Assessment
A highly collectible and sought-after vintage Clone Wars troop builder with solid secondary market value and nostalgic appeal.