Imperial Gunner
sw0524 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy · 2014
Figure ID
sw0524
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Common
Head
Light flesh tone with furrowed brow and open-mouthed expression, standard male print, dual-sided with back print showing an alternate determined look
Torso
Black torso with detailed grey tunic lines, ranking plaque, and belt buckle printing; solid black arms and hands
Legs
Plain black standard legs with matching black hip piece
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black stud-shooter or traditional Imperial blaster depending on the exact set version
Color Scheme
Predominantly black with grey accent details on the torso printing
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back and a dual-sided head piece
Variants
There are older versions from early 2000s sets with plain black heads and different helmet molds, while this 2014 version features modern face printing
Condition Notes
Prone to light scratching on the shiny black helmet and torso; generally durable plastic with good clutch power
Estimated Value
3 to 6 USD for a used complete figure, up to 8 USD for new condition
Price (New)
Came in sets ranging from 10 to 90 USD depending on the scale of the set
Compatible Sets
75034 Death Star Troopers (2014), 75159 Death Star (2016)
Character Background
Imperial Gunners served the Galactic Empire, operating the heavy turbolasers and superlaser systems aboard the Death Star and other Imperial installations
Design Notes
Features the specialized Imperial helmet mold with integrated chinstrap printing on the head piece
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Navy Trooper, Death Star Trooper, Imperial Officer
Collectibility
Moderate demand as a troop builder for Star Wars army collectors
History
First introduced in 2002 and updated with modern printing techniques in 2014
Interesting Facts
The printed chinstrap on the head aligns perfectly with the cutouts of the helmet when positioned correctly
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other Imperial troops, Darth Vader, or manning a LEGO turbolaser MOC
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Imperial army building or Star Wars dioramas
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed army builder figure that enhances any Galactic Empire troop display