Luke Skywalker (Red Five Pilot, Dark Tan Hair, Scowl)
sw0550 · Star Wars
The Old Trilogy: Episode IV A New Hope · 2014-2015. Released during a transition period where LEGO updated face prints from the 2011 standard to more detailed pupil-eye variations.
Figure ID
sw0550
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014-2015. Released during a transition period where LEGO updated face prints from the 2011 standard to more detailed pupil-eye variations.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited edition, this specific version was limited to a few specific Microfighter and advent calendar sets, making it less common than standard X-Wing play-set versions.
Head
Light Flesh, dual-sided: one side with a confident smirk, the other with a focused or 'scowling' expression. Features transparent yellow visor printing over the eyes.
Torso
Orange Flight Suit with printed silver life support pack, grey harness straps, and black hose. Simple printing continues on the back representing the straps.
Legs
Orange legs with printed grey harness straps on the front and leg flares printed on the left thigh area.
Accessories
Includes the iconic Red Five Pilot Helmet with Rebel insignia and red/yellow stripes. Some sets included a blue lightsaber with a metallic silver hilt.
Color Scheme
A dominant Bright Orange base with white, silver, grey, and black printing. The helmet is white with multi-colored Rebel Alliance markings.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and the front of the legs. The helmet printing is notoriously difficult to align, resulting in minor variations in the red stripes.
Variants
Close variants include sw0295 (different eyes) and sw1135 (which added arm printing in 2021). This sw0550 version is defined by the specific facial graphics and lack of arm printing.
Condition Notes
Watch for 'chin wear' where the helmet rubs against the face print. Orange plastic hides scratches well, but white helmet printing can chip or fade over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $5.00 - $8.00; New: $10.00 - $15.00. Value is relatively stable due to the high volume of Luke Skywalker variants available.
Price (New)
Originally available in the X-Wing Fighter Microfighter (75032) for $9.99 RRP, providing a very low entry price for a core character.
Compatible Sets
75032 X-Wing Fighter Microfighter (2014), 75056 Star Wars Advent Calendar (2014), and 75097 Star Wars Advent Calendar (2015).
Character Background
Based on Luke Skywalker's appearance during the Battle of Yavin in A New Hope, where he flew as 'Red Five' to destroy the first Death Star.
Design Notes
A significant design leap from the 1999-2010 versions, featuring more accurate life-support box detailing and the addition of leg strap printing which was missing for years.
Similar Minifigures
sw0295 Luke Skywalker (Pilot), sw1135 Luke Skywalker (Pilot, Arm Printing), and sw0910 Biggs Darklighter.
Collectibility
Moderate. A staple for any Star Wars collection, though serious investors prefer the 2021 version with arm printing or the rare 1999 classic versions.
History
Luke in his pilot suit was one of the first 1999 launch figures. This 2014 iteration represents the 'Modern Era' of Star Wars minifigures with realistic proportions and detailing.
Interesting Facts
Despite being 'Luke,' the headpiece was frequently reused for various generic Rebel Pilots in sets because the visor printing hides enough of the face to remain versatile.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to a Microfighter X-Wing or inside a UCS-scale cockpit. Stand him alongside Han Solo and Chewbacca for a classic Episode IV lineup.
Modification Potential
Excellent base for a custom pilot; the torso and legs are compatible with almost any human head to create custom Rebellion X-Wing pilots.
Overall Assessment
A solid, high-quality representation of cinema's most famous pilot. While not a high-value 'grail' figure, it is an essential piece of LEGO Star Wars history.