Kashyyyk Clone Scout Trooper (41st Elite Corps)
sw0518 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith · 2014 - Debuted in the 75035 Kashyyyk Troopers Battle Pack
Figure ID
sw0518
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014 - Debuted in the 75035 Kashyyyk Troopers Battle Pack
Rarity
Uncommon; originally mass-produced but highly sought after for army building and no longer in production
Head
Standard black head piece without printing, used to provide a dark visor appearance through the helmet's eye slit
Torso
Olive green torso with complex camouflage pattern and sand green armor plating details; black hands and olive green arms
Legs
Olive green hips and black legs with intricate sand green and grey armor printing on the front including knee pads
Accessories
Standard black long blaster (DC-15A variant); unique scout-style helmet with green visor printing and camo details
Color Scheme
Olive Green, Sand Green, Black, and Dark Grey camouflage palette
Printing Details
High-fidelity digital camouflage printing on the helmet, torso, and legs; excellent alignment and color saturation
Variants
Standard version sw0518; later 2019 version (sw1003) features updated leg printing and a flesh-toned head with a face
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline cracks on the torso sides; helmet can lose friction on the neck peg over time; camouflage print is durable
Estimated Value
Used: $12 - $18 USD; New/Mint: $22 - $30 USD
Price (New)
Released in set 75035 for $12.99 USD, which included four total minifigures
Compatible Sets
75035 Kashyyyk Troopers, 75044 Tri-Fighter (came with standard droid/pilot components elsewhere)
Character Background
Specialized 41st Elite Corps scouts under Commander Gree, deployed during the Battle of Kashyyyk in Star Wars: Episode III
Design Notes
Notable for being the first significantly detailed 'camo trooper' utilizing the modern Scout Trooper helmet mold
Similar Minifigures
sw0441 41st Elite Corps Trooper, sw1003 20th Anniversary Scout Trooper, sw0005 Original Classic Scout Trooper
Collectibility
High demand among Prequel-era fans and MOC builders creating Kashyyyk dioramas; prices remain stable/appreciating
History
Followed the 2005 original scout; represents the 2014 era's shift toward high-detail movie-accurate printing
Interesting Facts
The 'black head' design was a stylistic choice to ensure the visor looked void-like, a common practice before the 2019 face update
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in groups of 4-8 on swamp themes or forest dioramas with Wookiees and Yoda
Modification Potential
Excellent for swaps with flesh-toned heads from newer sets to update the look; torso is popular for custom military MOCs
Overall Assessment
A quintessential Star Wars army builder. High quality printing and accurate color pallet make it a standout for its era.