Wampa
sw0274 · Star Wars
Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back · 2010 (Debuted in set 8089 Hoth Wampa Cave)
Figure ID
sw0274
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2010 (Debuted in set 8089 Hoth Wampa Cave)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare; though released in a mid-priced set, its unique mold and short production window make it highly sought after.
Head
Integrated into the body mold; features black eyes with white pupils, a tan/yellow snout, and black printed mouth with white teeth.
Torso
Large-scale 'big-fig' body; white textured fur molding with tan/off-white highlights; arms are separately articulated with ball joints.
Legs
Integrated into the single-molded lower body; features black printed claws on the feet and textured fur sculpting.
Accessories
Usually none included with the figure itself, though often paired with a 'frozen' Luke Skywalker and a lightsaber within its set context.
Color Scheme
Mainly White with Dark Bluish Gray claws, tan snout, and black facial details.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the face and claws; no printing on the back; minimalist but effective for the animal scale.
Variants
This is the 'Big Figure' version. There is no other official Wampa variant except for the 2004 verson (sw0114) which is a completely different, smaller mold.
Condition Notes
Susceptible to yellowing of the white plastic over time; ball joints in the shoulders can become loose; check for paint wear on the claws and horn tips.
Estimated Value
Used: $35 - $50 USD | New (extracted): $60 - $80 USD. Values fluctuate based on the condition of the shoulder joints and whiteness of the plastic.
Price (New)
The original set (8089) retailed for $39.99 USD in 2010.
Compatible Sets
8089 Hoth Wampa Cave (2010), 75098 Assault on Hoth (2016).
Character Background
The Wampa is a semi-sentient predatory carnivorous ice creature native to the planet Hoth; famously attacked Luke Skywalker in 'The Empire Strikes Back'.
Design Notes
A unique 'Big Figure' mold that breaks standard minifigure scale; utilizes ball-and-socket joints for the arms to allow for 360-degree rotation.
Similar Minifigures
Tauntaun (molded creature), sw0114 Wampa (original 2004 classic mold), and various LEGO 'Big-Figs' like the Hulk or Rancor.
Collectibility
High; essential for completing Hoth-themed dioramas and highly popular among Star Wars Trilogy purists.
History
Replaced the archaic 2004 mold; this version has remained the definitive LEGO Wampa for over a decade, appearing in the UCS Assault on Hoth later on.
Interesting Facts
The right arm of the figure is designed to be easily 'torn off' to recreate the iconic scene where Luke defends himself with his lightsaber.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a snowy Hoth cave MOC or hanging from the ceiling of a display case by its feet/legs to mimic the movie scene.
Modification Potential
Minimal due to specialized molding; some collectors use custom 'blood' paint on the mouth to simulate its post-meal appearance.
Overall Assessment
An iconic and must-have creature figure for any Star Wars collection; the mold captures the character's ferocity and scale perfectly.