Imperial Gunner - Dark Bluish Gray Helmet
sw0529 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy · 2014
Figure ID
sw0529
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Common
Head
Light flesh tone with frown expression, chin strap, and headset printed on the face; standard male minifigure head.
Torso
Black torso with Imperial officer uniform details, belt printing with silver buckle and cylinders, dual-sided printing.
Legs
Plain black standard legs with no printing.
Accessories
Black Imperial crew helmet with printed roundels/vents and flared brim.
Color Scheme
Primarily black with light flesh tone and silver metallic accents.
Printing Details
Sharp pad printing on torso and head; crisp silver details on the belt and uniform.
Variants
Earlier versions featured classic yellow heads or slightly different helmet molds and face prints without the headset.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the printed belt buckle and potential scratches on the glossy black helmet piece.
Estimated Value
Used complete condition typically ranges from $3 to $6 USD.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets retailing around $30 to $90 USD depending on the specific battle pack or larger set.
Compatible Sets
75034 Death Star Troopers, 75159 Death Star
Character Background
Imperial Gunners served aboard the Death Star and various Star Destroyers, operating the massive superlasers and heavy turbolasers.
Design Notes
Features the updated helmet mold introduced around 2014 that includes printed greebles and a more accurate shape compared to earlier variations.
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Officer, Death Star Trooper, Imperial Crew
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility as a troop builder, highly sought after by army builders filling out Imperial sets.
History
First introduced in the early 2000s, the Imperial Gunner design received modern updates with more detailed face printing and redesigned helmets in 2014.
Interesting Facts
The distinctive helmet design is based directly on the costume worn by Death Star gunners in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other Imperial troops, Darth Vader, and behind the console of a brick-built Death Star or turbolaser MOC.
Modification Potential
Excellent for army building and custom Imperial military dioramas or creating custom officer variants.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed troop builder figure that is essential for any original trilogy Imperial display.