Rebel Fleet Trooper (Light Flesh)
sw0187 · Star Wars
Episode IV: A New Hope · Released in 2008 in set 7668 Rebel Scout Speeder. This was a pivotal year for LEGO Star Wars as it transitioned from yellow skins to more realistic flesh tones for movie-based characters.
Figure ID
sw0187
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
Released in 2008 in set 7668 Rebel Scout Speeder. This was a pivotal year for LEGO Star Wars as it transitioned from yellow skins to more realistic flesh tones for movie-based characters.
Rarity
Uncommon. While it appeared in a relatively affordable 'Battle Pack' set, its high demand for army building and the age of the figure have made it less accessible on the secondary market than modern versions.
Head
Light flesh head with a determined expression, brown eyebrows, and a unique chin strap print. The chin strap is specifically designed to line up with the helmet piece. It is single-sided printing.
Torso
Black vest printed over a sand blue shirt with a small collar and belt detail. Sand blue arms and light flesh hands. The printing is simple but accurate to the uniforms seen on the Tantive IV.
Legs
Plain light bluish gray legs and hips. These are standard parts with no printing.
Accessories
Commonly paired with a pearl dark gray Rebel Fleet Trooper helmet (as seen in image) and a small black blaster (missing in image). The helmet mold is iconic and includes the flared back neck protection.
Color Scheme
A palette of sand blue, black, and light bluish gray. This scheme is designed to replicate the uniforms worn by the Rebel soldiers during the opening scenes of A New Hope.
Printing Details
Basic pad printing. The torso features front-only printing of the vest lines and belt buckle. The head has precise chin strap printing. Compared to modern figures, the detail is low, lacking leg or arm printing.
Variants
This is the flesh-toned update to the original sw0005 yellow-skinned trooper. Later versions (sw0521) featured significantly more detail including printed waistcoats and back printing.
Condition Notes
Common issues include 'heel cracks' on the legs from being placed on studs, and torso cracks under the arms. The chin strap print on the head is prone to rubbing off if the helmet is frequently removed.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New: $18.00 - $25.00 USD. Individual head/helmet parts hold a significant portion of the value.
Price (New)
Original set 7668 retailed for $9.99 USD in 2008 and included four of these minifigures, making the cost per figure roughly $2.50 at the time.
Compatible Sets
7668 Rebel Scout Speeder (2008), 10198 Tantive IV (2009 - as sw0244 with slightly different head).
Character Background
The Rebel Fleet Troopers were the standard security force for the Rebel Alliance. They are most famous for being the first Rebels seen on screen, unsuccessfully defending Princess Leia's ship from Darth Vader's boarding party.
Design Notes
The helmet mold (Part 6118) is one of the most enduring designs in LEGO Star Wars history. This figure represents the bridge between the 'classic' aesthetic and the 'modern detail' era.
Similar Minifigures
sw0005 (Yellow version), sw0521 (2014 detailed version), sw1032 (20th Anniversary version).
Collectibility
High. Known as an 'Army Builder' figure, collectors often seek these in bulk to create dioramas. It is a staple for any Star Wars collection.
History
First introduced in yellow in 1999, this 2008 version marked the first time the trooper was available in realistic skin tones in a mass-market Battle Pack.
Interesting Facts
This specific figure in the Rebel Scout Speeder set was one of the first times LEGO included four identical 'good guy' army builders in a single low-cost box.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for Tantive IV corridor MOCs or displayed in ranks on a gray baseplate to simulate a hangar briefing scene. Use warm white lighting to highlight the sand blue color.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' customs; the legs can be swapped for printed ones from newer sets to upgrade the figure while keeping the nostalgic torso.
Overall Assessment
A classic and essential LEGO Star Wars minifigure. While it lacks the high-definition printing of 2024 releases, its simple charm and iconic helmet make it a 4/5 for collectors.