Tusken Raider (Head Studs)
sw0620 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope · 2015 - First appeared in Set 75081 T-16 Skyhopper
Figure ID
sw0620
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2015 - First appeared in Set 75081 T-16 Skyhopper
Rarity
Common to Uncommon - Released in multiple sets between 2015 and 2018
Head
Tan head with two silver spikes/studs on top, circular silver respirator eye pieces, and a dark brown mouth with white teeth printing
Torso
Tan robe design with front and back printing featuring a reddish-brown bandolier and waist belt with pouches
Legs
Tan legs with belt and pouch printing continuing from the torso onto the hip piece
Accessories
None shown in image, but typically comes with a Gaffi Stick (built from a brown bar and silver claw/connector pieces)
Color Scheme
Tan (Sand Yellow) primary color with reddish-brown and silver accents
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso, and hips. Detail includes fabric folds in the robes and metallic silver for the breathing apparatus
Variants
Replaced by the sw1074 version (2020) which features improved printing and textures. Older versions (pre-2015) used a different head mold without silver studs
Condition Notes
Inspect the silver paint on the head studs and eye pieces, as this can rub off with play. Check for cracks in the tan arm sockets
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $6.00 - $8.00 USD
Price (New)
Original set retail prices ranged from $24.99 (75081) to $99.99 (75173 / 75220)
Compatible Sets
75081 T-16 Skyhopper, 75173 Luke's Landspeeder, 75198 Tatooine Battle Pack, 75220 Sandcrawler
Character Background
Nomadic sentient humanoids indigenous to the desert planet Tatooine, also known as Sand People
Design Notes
This 2015 redesign was a significant upgrade from the 2002 version, adding the iconic silver spikes to the head mold for movie accuracy
Similar Minifigures
sw1074 Tusken Raider (2020 version), sw0052 Tusken Raider (2002 version), sw1139 Tusken Raider with robe patterns
Collectibility
Standard army-builder appeal; high demand for creating Tatooine dioramas but low individual investment value due to high production numbers
History
The Tusken Raider has been a staple of the LEGO Star Wars line since its early years, evolving from basic prints to complex textured molds
Interesting Facts
The character's sounds in the movies were created by slowing down the sounds of braying donkeys
Display Suggestions
Display in a desert vignette with beige baseplates alongside a Landspeeder or Bantha MOC
Modification Potential
Excellent for army building or custom Tatooine survivors; head piece is unique and highly sought for MOC characters
Overall Assessment
A solid, accurate representation of a classic Star Wars villain. It is an essential piece for any fan of the Original Trilogy and very affordable for new collectors.