Clone Trooper Specialty (501st Legion) - Heavy
sw1243 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars / 501st Legion · 2023. This figure debuted in the 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack (75345), responding to massive fan demand for more 501st legion varieties.
Figure ID
sw1243
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2023. This figure debuted in the 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack (75345), responding to massive fan demand for more 501st legion varieties.
Rarity
Common. It is widely available in a low-cost battle pack, though specific to that set, ensuring high circulation among collectors and army builders.
Head
Angry Clone face (nouveau) with printed sensors. Features a white helmet with a printed blue visor and the new 2023 helmet mold featuring a side hole for accessories.
Torso
White torso with blue 501st markings, printed ammunition pouches/straps, and back battery pack printing. One arm is blue and one is white with black hands.
Legs
White legs with blue and grey toe/knee printing and a blue waist/hip piece representing the Kama or utility skirt details.
Accessories
Includes a brick-built heavy blaster (long nozzle with candle piece) and a blue visor accessory attached to the helmet side holes.
Color Scheme
A crisp palette of White and Royal Blue (501st signature) with Black and Dark Stone Grey accents for mechanical details.
Printing Details
High-fidelity pad printing on the torso front and back, helmet, and toes. Features the '2023 style' waist printing which simulates a kama cloth piece.
Variants
This is part of a 501st specialist squad including the Officer and Specialist. It is distinct from the 2020 version (sw1094) due to the new helmet holes and leg prints.
Condition Notes
Main wear points are the clip on the visor and potential scuffing on the blue arm. The helmet holes are robust but can show stress marks if accessories are forced.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $6.00 USD (Used/New). Value remains low due to the current availability of set 75345 in retail stores.
Price (New)
$19.99 USD for the 75345 Battle Pack, which includes 4 minifigures, making the initial cost roughly $5.00 per figure.
Compatible Sets
75345 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack (2023).
Character Background
A Heavy Trooper of the 501st Legion, notably led by Captain Rex and Anakin Skywalker. They specialize in high-ordnance weaponry and front-line suppression.
Design Notes
Significant for utilizing the new 2023 helmet mold with secondary attachment points. The printing balances animated 501st aesthetic with 'realistic' movie textures.
Similar Minifigures
sw1094 (501st Legion Clone Trooper), sw1244 (501st Officer), sw1245 (501st Specialist).
Collectibility
High for army builders; moderate for investors. While common now, 501st figures historicaly appreciate once sets retire due to the massive 'Clone Army' community.
History
Follows the legacy of the 2020 LEGO Star Wars fan campaign for 501st sets. This 2023 version updated the mold to allow for broader customization with visors and rangefinders.
Interesting Facts
The 'blue' arm is a specific design choice to denote the Heavy class, as opposed to the symmetrical white arms seen on standard infrantry units.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in 'marching' formations or within a MOC of the Umbara or Coruscant Guard scenarios. Use a grey baseplate to simulate a hangar floor.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The helmet holes allow for the addition of rangefinders, visors, or custom Pauldrons. Torso and legs are ideal for creating custom 501st specialists.
Overall Assessment
An excellent, highly-detailed grunt figure that serves the core LEGO Star Wars audience perfectly. Standout features include the improved leg printing and new helmet versatility.