Clone Trooper ARC, 501st Legion (Captain Rex / Echo / Fives style generic or specific Phase 1/2 variant, standard 501st Clone Trooper)
sw0445 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2013 (Introduced in the 75002 AT-RT set)
Figure ID
sw0445
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013 (Introduced in the 75002 AT-RT set)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare, depending on inclusion in sought-after troop-building sets and current market demand for 501st Legion clones.
Head
Standard clone trooper head with flesh tone, stern male expression with dark brown hair stubble and facial features underneath the helmet.
Torso
White torso with detailed 501st blue armor printing, black belt, grey straps, and front/back armor detailing matching Clone Wars animation style.
Legs
White legs with blue knee pad printing and intricate armor plating details matching the Clone Wars era design.
Accessories
Standard white clone helmet with blue markings and an attached white rangefinder (macrobinoculars) piece on the side.
Color Scheme
White and 501st Blue as primary colors, with black and grey accent lines and silver/metallic touches on printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring sharp lines, Clone Wars animated armor aesthetics, front and back torso printing, and detailed leg and helmet graphics.
Variants
Includes Phase 1 and Phase 2 variations across various 2013 and later sets, featuring different helmet attachments and rank markings.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the printed torso and helmet visor, yellowing of white plastic over time from UV exposure, and looseness in the arm or leg joints.
Estimated Value
$10 to $25 USD depending on condition and completeness with correct accessories like the rangefinder and blaster.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced around $20 to $40 USD during the 2013 wave.
Compatible Sets
75002 AT-RT (2013), and potentially other Clone Wars or 501st Legion battle packs and vehicles from that era.
Character Background
Represents a soldier of the Grand Army of the Republic serving under Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex in the 501st Legion during the Clone Wars.
Design Notes
Features the distinctive stylized Clone Wars animated face and armor printing style that LEGO used during the height of the animated series.
Similar Minifigures
Other 501st Legion Clone Troopers from the 2020 battle pack (75280) and various Phase 1/Phase 2 Clone Troopers.
Collectibility
High demand among army builders and Star Wars fans who collect 501st Legion characters and Clone Wars minifigures.
History
Part of the extensive wave of LEGO Star Wars sets released to support the ongoing popularity of the Clone Wars animated television series.
Interesting Facts
The 501st Legion has become one of the most popular factions in the entire LEGO Star Wars theme, largely driven by fan adoration for Captain Rex and the Clone Wars series.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black baseplate alongside other 501st clones and Jedi generals in a Star Wars diorama.
Modification Potential
Highly popular for custom army building, swapping out pauldrons, cloth kama skirts, and different weapons to create custom ARC troopers or commanders.
Overall Assessment
An essential troop-building figure for any Star Wars Clone Wars collection, combining iconic blue-and-white aesthetics with strong secondary market desirability.