Clone Pilot (Phase 2) - Sand Blue Legs
sw0609 · Star Wars
Star Wars Rebels / Microfighters · 2015 - Debuted in set 75076 ARC-170 Starfighter Microfighter. This period marked the transition from The Clone Wars style to a more standardized, realistic printing style.
Figure ID
sw0609
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2015 - Debuted in set 75076 ARC-170 Starfighter Microfighter. This period marked the transition from The Clone Wars style to a more standardized, realistic printing style.
Rarity
Uncommon. While only appearing in one relatively inexpensive set, it remained in production for the duration of the Microfighters Series 2 wave, making it accessible but now increasingly sought after by army builders.
Head
Standard 'Angry Clone' face (flesh tone) under a specific Phase 2 Pilot helmet. The helmet features a detailed black republic insignia (cog) on both sides of the forehead and a unique crest mold.
Torso
White torso with Clone Pilot life-support system printing, featuring two corrugated breathing tubes connecting to a central chest unit with red and blue buttons. Back printing includes basic armor plating. Arms are Sand Blue.
Legs
Plain Sand Blue legs without printing. The hip piece is also Sand Blue.
Accessories
Includes a brick-built blaster consisting of a black nozzle/telescope piece and a neon green transparent 1x1 round stud at the tip. No cape or secondary gear.
Color Scheme
A mix of White, Sand Blue, and Dark Stone Gray. The Sand Blue is the defining accent color, intended to mimic the flight suit visible under the pilot's white plating.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the helmet and torso. The helmet's black visor and republic cogs are typically very crisp. There is no leg or arm printing, which was standard for Microfighter figures of this era.
Variants
This is the primary variant with Sand Blue legs. A similar pilot (sw0608) exists with more detailed leg printing and a slightly different helmet/torso design appearing in set 75055.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck seal on the torso and scuffing on the white helmet bulb. Check for stress cracks on the heels of the sand blue legs and yellowing on the white torso and helmet if exposed to sunlight.
Estimated Value
Used: $8 - $12 USD; New: $15 - $20 USD. Value is largely driven by the helmet, which is the most expensive component of the figure.
Price (New)
The set 75076 retailed for $9.99 USD in 2015. The price for just the minifigure today often exceeds the original retail price of the entire set.
Compatible Sets
75076 (ARC-170 Starfighter Microfighter).
Character Background
Phase 2 Clone Pilots served the Grand Army of the Republic during the final years of the Clone Wars. They were specifically trained to pilot advanced craft like V-wings and ARC-170s and were featured in Revenge of the Sith.
Design Notes
The helmet is a specialized mold that differs from standard Phase 2 Trooper helmets. It features more 'vent' detailing and lacks the vertical fin found on standard troopers, opting for a lower-profile crest.
Similar Minifigures
sw0608 (Phase 2 Clone Pilot with printed legs), sw0191 (Phase 1 Clone Pilot), sw0491 (Clone Pilot Ep. III with yellow markings).
Collectibility
High demand among P2 Clone collectors and ARC-170 enthusiasts. While the legs are plain, the unique helmet makes it an essential part of a specialized Republic army collection.
History
This figure represents the evolution toward more detailed chest-plate printing and realistic flesh-toned heads, moving away from the 'Clone Wars' stylized eyes used from 2008-2013.
Interesting Facts
The 'sand blue' colored limbs were chosen to better represent the flight suits seen on screen in Revenge of the Sith, which appeared more grey-blue than previous LEGO versions.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other P2 Clone Troopers or inside the cockpit of a full-scale 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer or custom ARC-170 build. Use a clear 1x2 stand for flight-pose presentation.
Modification Potential
Highly compatible with custom printed legs from third-party vendors or swap the legs with those from sw0608 for a 'definitive' upgraded pilot look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, mid-tier Star Wars figure. The lack of leg printing holds it back from 'Elite' status, but the unique helmet mold and accurate torso design make it a great value for the price. Quality Rating: 7/10.