Chewbacca - Dark Brown Hair, Tan Hair Highlights
sw0535 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 4/5/6 / Rebellions / Microfighters · 2014; Debuted in Millennium Falcon Microfighter (75030) during the first wave of Microfighters.
Figure ID
sw0535
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014; Debuted in Millennium Falcon Microfighter (75030) during the first wave of Microfighters.
Rarity
Common; This version was produced for many years across multiple high-volume and budget-friendly sets.
Head
Unique combined head-and-torso-shroud molded in dark brown with tan highlights printed around the eyes, forehead, and chin. It features a black nose and small white dots for eyes.
Torso
Dark brown torso with molded fur texture. The head piece fits over the neck post. Arms and hands are dark brown. The back features molded fur but limited print detail.
Legs
Dark brown legs with tan hair highlights printed on the front of the thighs and shins. The hip piece is dark brown and unprinted.
Accessories
Missing in image; typically includes a metallic silver or light bluish gray Stud Shooter or a classic Bowcaster (constructed or molded depending on the set).
Color Scheme
Primary Dark Brown with 'Tan' hair highlights. Minimal black and white accents for facial features.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head/fur shroud and the front of the legs. No side printing or arm printing. Alignment is generally consistent due to the simple aesthetic.
Variants
This is the 2014 redesign (sw0535). It differs from the original 2000 version (sw0011) which had no tan highlights and was reddish brown, and the newer 2023 version which features updated eye printing.
Condition Notes
Common wear includes 'play wear' scratches on the smooth plastic of the torso and loosening of the arm joints. The tan highlights on the legs are prone to rubbing off over time.
Estimated Value
New: $5.00 - $8.00; Used: $3.00 - $5.00. Value is relatively low due to the high volume of production and inclusion in micro-sets.
Price (New)
N/A (Figure usually bundled). Set 75030 retailed for $9.99 USD, making the per-figure cost approximately $5.00 at retail.
Compatible Sets
75030 Millennium Falcon Microfighter, 75042 Droid Gunship, 75094 Imperial Shuttle Tydirium, 75105 Millennium Falcon, 75193 Millennium Falcon Microfighter.
Character Background
Chewbacca is a Wookiee warrior, smuggler, and co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon. He is Han Solo's loyal companion and a core hero of the Rebel Alliance.
Design Notes
This era of Chewbacca marked a major shift towards 'textured' hair molds rather than flat prints. The tan highlights were added to provide depth and screen accuracy.
Similar Minifigures
Chewbacca (sw0011), Chewbacca - 20th Anniversary Edition (sw1032), Tarfful (sw0537), Wullffwarro (sw0629).
Collectibility
Medium-Low; Essential for any Star Wars fan, but not a high-value investment piece due to its commonality.
History
Launched in 2014, this figure represented a 'modernized' Chewbacca that better matched the detailed Millennium Falcon sets of the mid-2010s.
Interesting Facts
The tan printing on this specific mold was often criticized by fans for looking like 'mustard' or 'mayonnaise' before it was refined in later 2020s iterations.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a Millennium Falcon cockpit or alongside a Han Solo minifigure. Use a 2x4 plate for stability as the hair mold makes it slightly top-heavy.
Modification Potential
The head/shroud piece is highly useful for custom MOCs of other Wookiees (like the Wookiee Warriors from Episode III).
Overall Assessment
A solid, standard-issue LEGO Star Wars staple. It is a significant improvement over the classic 'smooth' Chewbacca and serves as the definitive version for many collectors.