R2-D2 - Flat Silver Head, Lavender Dots
sw0527 · Star Wars
Episode IV-VI / Microfighters · 2014; debuting in the 75032 X-Wing Fighter Microfighter set
Figure ID
sw0527
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014; debuting in the 75032 X-Wing Fighter Microfighter set
Rarity
Common to Uncommon; it appeared in several high-volume sets between 2014 and 2018.
Head
2x2 Dome with flat silver top, dark blue panels, and distinct lavender/pink dots (photoreceptors).
Torso
White Astromech Droid body with detailed silver, blue, and gold-metallic mechanical printing.
Legs
Two white Astromech Droid legs attached to the side of the body; no back printing on legs.
Accessories
None included; compatible with specialized 1x1 brick modifications (third-party) for middle legs.
Color Scheme
White and Flat Silver primary colors with dark blue, lavender, and gold accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the dome (360 degrees) and the front of the cylindrical body; no back printing.
Variants
Similar to sw0217 (grey dots) and sw1085 (with back printing). This version is identified by lavender dots.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'yellowing' of the white plastic if exposed to UV; dome print can scratch or fade.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $4.00 USD; New/Mint: $5.00 - $8.00 USD.
Price (New)
N/A (Included in various sets ranging from $9.99 to $149.99 retail).
Compatible Sets
75032, 75059 (Sandcrawler), 75092 (Naboo Starfighter), 75136 (Droid Escape Pod).
Character Background
R2-D2 is an astromech droid and a major character in the Star Wars franchise, serving the Skywalker family.
Design Notes
Uses the standard astromech mold frame; features the updated lavender dot coloring introduced in the 2010s.
Similar Minifigures
sw0217 (Classic R2-D2), sw1085 (R2-D2 with Back Printing), sw0512 (R2-D2 Flat Silver Head).
Collectibility
High for completionists, though low in individual value due to high production numbers.
History
Replaced the earlier 'Grey Head' R2-D2s; represents the standard design before back-printing became standard in 2022.
Interesting Facts
The lavender dots are technically 'logic displays' which blink in the films; early LEGO versions used grey.
Display Suggestions
Place next to a Luke Skywalker or C-3PO minifigure in a Star Wars dioramas or UCS display.
Modification Potential
Commonly used for MOCs; often modified with a third 'leg' using a 1x1 white plate/round.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential Star Wars figure that is essential for any fan, though common enough to be easily replaced.