Clone Trooper Captain (Phase 1) - Black Cloth Pauldron and Kama
sw0493 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars / Legends · 2013 (Released in set 75021)
Figure ID
sw0493
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013 (Released in set 75021)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While it was mass-produced in a flagship set, sw0493 is highly sought after because of its cloth accessories and unique visor/pauldron combination.
Head
Standard 2013-era Clone Trooper head with Flesh skin tone, scowling expression, and black eyebrows. It is topped with a Phase 1 white helmet featuring a T-shaped visor and gray cheek printing.
Torso
White Clone Trooper torso with Phase 1 armor printing patterns on the front and back. Features white arms and black hands. Neck is covered by a black cloth pauldron.
Legs
Standard white legs and white hips with black belt printing. This figure is equipped with a black cloth kama (waist cape) held by the hip joint.
Accessories
Includes two black DC-17 blaster pistols and a black plastic rangefinder/visor attached to the helmet. The cloth pauldron and kama are the standout 'soft goods' accessories.
Color Scheme
A stark monochrome palette of White and Black, representing the non-standardized 'officer' or 'ARC Trooper' aesthetic of the early Clone Wars sets.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso and helmet. The helmet features the thin gray line across the crown and precise cheek vents. No leg printing, which is typical for the era.
Variants
The base trooper design (sw0442) lacks the cloth gear. Other captains like Rex or the yellow-marked Phase 1 Captain (sw0445) are common comparison points.
Condition Notes
The black cloth pieces are prone to fraying at the edges. The white plastic is highly susceptible to UV yellowing. Check the helmet's rangefinder hole for stress marks.
Estimated Value
Used: $50 – $75. New (Extracted): $85 – $110. The cloth gear accounts for approximately 40% of the total figure value.
Price (New)
Originally included in Republic Gunship (75021) which retailed for $119.99 USD in 2013.
Compatible Sets
75021 Republic Gunship (2013). This version of the Trooper was exclusive to this specific set.
Character Background
This figure represents a Clone Trooper Captain or an ARC-style commander as seen in Genndy Tartakovsky's 2003 Clone Wars series and early 2008 series concept art.
Design Notes
A bridge between 'Classic' and 'Modern' Clone design. It uses the 2013 Phase 1 helmet mold but retains the 'soft goods' that LEGO later replaced with printed or plastic versions.
Similar Minifigures
sw0442 Clone Trooper, sw0445 Clone Trooper Captain (Yellow), sw0194 Clone Trooper Captain (Red/Classic).
Collectibility
High. The 2013 Gunship is a legendary set, and this specific trooper is essential for collectors of the 'soft goods' era of Star Wars LEGO.
History
Followed the 2012 refresh of the Clone Trooper design. It was one of the last retail Phase 1 troopers to include a kama and pauldron as standard equipment.
Interesting Facts
The black monochrome look is often used by fans to represent 'Alpha-class' ARC Troopers from the Star Wars Legends continuity.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed next to the 75021 Gunship or in a command center MOC. Use a UV-protected case to prevent the white plastic from turning yellow.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' ARC Trooper customs. The pauldron and kama can be transferred to modern Phase 2 troopers for a high-detail look.
Overall Assessment
9/10 - A standout figure of the 2013 Wave. The combination of cloth accessories and the sharp Phase 1 helmet makes it a centerpiece of any Clone Army collection.