Clone Shock Trooper, Coruscant Guard (Phase 2) - 2023 Variant
sw1285 · Star Wars
Ahsoka / The Clone Wars · 2023 - Released as part of the Coruscant Guard Gunship set
Figure ID
sw1285
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2023 - Released as part of the Coruscant Guard Gunship set
Rarity
Uncommon; it is currently available in a mid-range retail set, but sought after by army builders which keeps individual supply moving quickly.
Head
Standard 'Nougat' skin tone clone head with a determined expression, hidden beneath a Phase 2 Clone Trooper helmet with distinctive red Coruscant Guard markings.
Torso
White torso with Phase 2 armor printing, featuring heavy red markings on the chest and shoulders, and a red utility belt. Includes back printing of the rear armor plates.
Legs
White legs with red armor printing on the shins and knees, featuring the updated 2023 design style for Clone Troopers with high-detail toe and knee line work.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black medium blaster (not shown in image). No cloth pauldrons or kamas are included in this specific version.
Color Scheme
Primary white and dark red (brick red) with black accents for the visor and joints.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with sharp lines. Features the 'notched' visor printing style characteristic of the 2020+ Clone Trooper redesign.
Variants
Distinguishable from the 2014 version (sw0531) by the helmet mold and the specific printing on the torso and legs; the new version has updated 'realistic' style printing.
Condition Notes
Prone to helmet 'printing hits' where the red paint may be slightly misaligned. Check for 'helmet holes' on the sides used for rangefinders.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD used; $10.00 - $12.00 USD brand new/unassembled.
Price (New)
Included in set 75354 (Coruscant Guard Gunship), which retails for $139.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
75354 Coruscant Guard Gunship (2023).
Character Background
Elite clone troopers tasked with security on the Republic capital of Coruscant and serving as bodyguards for high-ranking officials like Chancellor Palpatine.
Design Notes
Uses the newer 2020+ Clone Trooper body template which features a more stylized, 'animated-meets-live-action' aesthetic. Includes holes in the helmet for accessories.
Similar Minifigures
sw0531 (2014 Shock Trooper), sw1189 (187th Legion Trooper), sw1097 (501st Legion Clone Trooper).
Collectibility
High. Clone Troopers, specifically named legions like the Coruscant Guard, are staple targets for 'Army Builders' who buy them in bulk.
History
This is the first update to the Phase 2 Shock Trooper in nearly a decade, reflecting LEGO's current strategy of Refreshing Clone Wars era fan favorites.
Interesting Facts
The 'helmet holes' on this specific version have been a point of contention in the fan community regarding accuracy versus playability for accessories.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in formation or alongside a Phase 2 Commander Fox or Palpatine minifigure to recreate Coruscant security scenes.
Modification Potential
Highly compatible with third-party cloth kamas or pauldrons from makers like CapeCantina or Clone Army Customs to create a 'Commander' look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, high-detail update to a fan-favorite trooper. While the set it comes in is expensive, the figure itself is a highlight of modern LEGO Star Wars design.