Chewbacca (Reddish Brown)
sw0011a · Star Wars
Classic Trilogy · 2004 (Reddish Brown update)
Figure ID
sw0011a
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2004 (Reddish Brown update)
Rarity
Common
Head
The head is an integrated part of the 'head-and-torso' fur mold. It features a molded snout, black printed nose, and black/white eyes. This piece is placed over a neck stud.
Torso
The torso is a single molded 'Wookiee' head-and-body piece in Reddish Brown. It features a bandolier printed diagonally across the chest with silver and black rectangles. The arms are Reddish Brown with standard hands.
Legs
Standard solid Reddish Brown legs without printing. The hips are also Reddish Brown.
Accessories
Typically included a black crossbow (bowcaster). The figure in the image is missing its accessory.
Color Scheme
Primary Reddish Brown with metallic silver and black accents for the bandolier details.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the bandolier and face. This version is characterized by the change from 'Brown' to 'Reddish Brown' following LEGO's 2004 color palette update.
Variants
Original Brown (sw0011), Reddish Brown (sw0011a), and several later high-detail versions with leg printing and lighter fur highlights (sw0535).
Condition Notes
Look for cracking at the heels and arm sockets. Reddish Brown pieces from this era can occasionally be brittle. Check for paint rub on the nose and bandolier.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. Value is low due to extreme mass production.
Price (New)
Appeared in various sets ranging from $10.00 (7250) to over $100.00 (10144).
Compatible Sets
7260 Wookiee Catamaran, 6210 Jabba's Sail Barge, 10144 Sandcrawler, 7250 Clone Scout Walker.
Character Background
Chewbacca, a Wookiee warrior and co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon, is a key hero in the Star Wars Saga and best friend to Han Solo.
Design Notes
One of the few early Star Wars figures to use a 'total body' mold over a standard torso to achieve the height and hair texture of the character.
Similar Minifigures
sw0011 (Old Brown version), sw0535 (Modern detailed version), Tarfful (sw0537).
Collectibility
High volume availability makes it a staple for any collection but low for investment purposes.
History
Following the 2004 color shift, this specific variant replaced the original 1999 version and remained the standard Chewbacca for nearly a decade.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an 'Alien' character, the internal torso under the fur piece is usually a plain brown or black blank part.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon or in a Mos Eisley Cantina scene.
Modification Potential
The headpiece can be used to create custom Wookiee warriors for MOCs (My Own Creations).
Overall Assessment
A foundational LEGO Star Wars minifigure that is historically significant but very easy and affordable to acquire for any collector.