Clone Trooper Captain Rex - Phase II Armor, Pauldron, Kama, and Rangefinder
sw0450 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2013
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
sw0450
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
An absolute centerpiece figure for any LEGO Star Wars Clone Wars collection, balancing incredible character popularity with high secondary market value.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$100 - $150 USD for a complete original used figure with all accessories and proper cloth pieces.
Original Retail
Originally available in 2013 inside a $24.99 set (75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar).
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Flesh tone with clone scowl, dark brown closely cropped hair, stubble, and facial scar over the right eyebrow. Unique to Clone Wars-era Rex figures.
Torso
White armor with blue 501st Legion markings, black pauldron over the right shoulder with attached black cloth kama around the waist, pouch printing on the chest, and detailed back armor printing.
Legs
White legs with detailed blue knee and leg armor printing matching the 501st Legion color scheme.
Accessories
Two black custom/brick-built blaster pistols, a removable grey macrobinocular rangefinder attached to the helmet, a black cloth pauldron, and a black cloth kama.
Printing Details
Extremely detailed pad printing on head, torso front and back, and legs. Features sharp line work for the 501st blue chevrons and armor plating.
Color Scheme
White base armor with bright blue 501st accents, black cloth elements, dark flesh skin tone, and grey accessories.
Known Variants
Features the 2013 Phase II helmet variant with custom hand-painted weld marks/blue stripes representing Rex's modified helmet. Later re-released in 2023 with arm printing.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the cloth pauldron and kama edges. The helmet's printed blue rangefinder notch and the torso prints are vital for authentication as counterfeits are common.
Found In Sets
75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar (2013)
Character Background
Captain Rex (CT-7567) served as a veteran clone captain of the 501st Legion during the Clone Wars, fiercely loyal to Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano.
Design Notes
Notable for being the first official LEGO iteration of Captain Rex in Phase II armor, featuring unique hand-modified helmet markings faithfully translated to LEGO form.
History
First introduced in 2013, this version of Captain Rex held the title of the definitive Phase II Rex for a decade until the release of the updated 2023 version.
Interesting Facts
The helmet printing includes the welder marks that Rex intentionally added to distinguish his standard Phase II helmet from those of his fellow troopers.
Collectibility
Extremely high demand among Star Wars and Clone Wars collectors, serving as one of the most sought-after pre-2020 LEGO Star Wars minifigures.
Similar Minifigures
sw1289 (2023 Phase II Captain Rex with arm printing), sw0439 (501st Clone Trooper), sw0287 (Phase I Captain Rex)
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on an acrylic stand alongside other 501st Legion troopers and Ahsoka Tano in a well-lit, UV-protected display case.
Modification Potential
High potential for purist custom upgrades, though collectors generally prefer to keep this specific rare figure in its stock configuration.