Scout Trooper
sw0896 · Star Wars
Star Wars: Rebels / Original Trilogy · 2018
Figure ID
sw0896
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2018
Rarity
Common
Head
Standard black head piece featuring a generic angry clone/stormtrooper expression beneath the helmet, though primarily hidden from view.
Torso
Black torso with detailed white armor printing on the front featuring mechanical lines, chest plates, and grey accent stripes. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Black legs with intricate white and grey armor printing on the knee and shin areas, matching the Scout Trooper aesthetic.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard Imperial blaster, though none is pictured.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic black and white with subtle grey accent lines.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with sharp lines, precise alignment on both the torso and leg armor plates.
Variants
There are several iterations of the Scout Trooper across LEGO Star Wars history, differing in helmet molds, torso prints, and face printing beneath.
Condition Notes
Prone to minor scuffing on the white printing of the torso and legs, and potential yellowing of the white helmet over time if exposed to direct sunlight.
Estimated Value
5 to 10 USD depending on condition and completeness with accessories.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced around 20 to 30 USD.
Compatible Sets
70532 Imperial Patrol Battle Pack (2018), and similar imperial smaller troop-building sets.
Character Background
Scout Troopers were Imperial stormtroopers trained for scouting and reconnaissance, famously deployed on the forest moon of Endor.
Design Notes
Features the classic Scout Trooper helmet mold combined with specialized printed armor pieces unique to this specific mid-era battle pack design.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Scout Trooper (sw0005), Kashyyyk Scout Trooper, various other Imperial stormtrooper variants.
Collectibility
Moderate demand among army builders and Star Wars troop collectors.
History
Scout Troopers have been a staple of the LEGO Star Wars theme since the early 2000s, with continuous design updates to improve accuracy.
Interesting Facts
The Scout Trooper helmet is one of the most iconic and complex helmet molds produced by LEGO for the Star Wars theme.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a forest-themed MOC baseplate alongside Speeder Bikes and other Imperial troops.
Modification Potential
Excellent for army building, custom dioramas, and swapping parts with other Imperial factions.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, highly detailed troop builder figure that is essential for any Imperial army collection.