Death Star Gunner
sw0558 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy · 2014
Figure ID
sw0558
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Black head with simple solid black printing underneath the helmet, or standard flesh/yellow face depending on variant (this version uses a standard solid black head under the specialized helmet).
Torso
Black torso with detailed Imperial uniform printing, featuring lines, front chest armor detailing, and a utility belt with grey/silver accents. Back printing includes matching uniform continuation.
Legs
Plain black legs with intricate grey line and pocket printing matching the uniform design, standard hip piece.
Accessories
Standard black Imperial blaster pistol with scope attachment, and the iconic specialized black Death Star Gunner helmet featuring the white Imperial cog logo on the front crest.
Color Scheme
Primarily solid black with stark white and grey accent details on the helmet emblem, belt, and uniform lines.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with crisp white and grey lines on a solid black background, highly accurate to the on-screen costume.
Variants
Has appeared in multiple iterations across Star Wars history with slight updates to helmet molds and torso printing detail levels.
Condition Notes
Prone to light scratching on the shiny black helmet piece and torso. Check for fading on the fine grey line printing on the legs and torso.
Estimated Value
Between $3.00 and $7.00 USD for a complete used figure in good condition; slightly higher if new.
Price (New)
Originally came in sets ranging from $30 to $90 depending on the specific release, making the minifigure a standard inclusion rather than an expensive exclusive.
Compatible Sets
75034 Death Star Troopers, 75159 Death Star, 10188 Death Star
Character Background
Imperial military personnel tasked with operating the massive superlasers aboard the first and second Death Stars, famously seen firing the weapon on Alderaan.
Design Notes
Features a specialized molded helmet piece unique to Imperial gunners and navy troopers, faithfully capturing the distinctive conical helmet design from A New Hope.
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Navy Trooper, Imperial Officer, Death Star Trooper
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility; highly sought after by army builders assembling massive Imperial displays, though widely available due to multiple set appearances.
History
First introduced in earlier variations around 2008 (sw0170), this updated 2014 version brought sharper printing and refined helmet details.
Interesting Facts
The distinctive helmet design is often affectionately compared by fans to a large motorcycle helmet or a stylized bucket.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for display alongside Imperial army builders on a Death Star interior MOC baseplate or inside a Star Wars UCS collection case.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Imperial army building, dioramas, or mixing parts with various Imperial officer variants.
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly detailed army builder figure that is essential for any original trilogy Imperial display. Quality rating is high for its era.