Imperial Stormtrooper (Red Pauldron / Sergeant)
sw0585 · Star Wars
Star Wars Rebels · 2014
Figure ID
sw0585
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Rare
Head
Standard light flesh head with angry expression (often standard clone/stormtrooper face underneath), topped with the classic molded Stormtrooper helmet with black aerator and eye printing.
Torso
White torso with detailed black and red Imperial armor printing, featuring a distinct red pauldron printed directly onto the upper chest or attached via cloth/rubber element depending on the exact variant; black hands.
Legs
Plain white unprinted standard legs with a black hip piece.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black LEGO blaster (E-11 rifle), though none is shown in this specific image.
Color Scheme
White base with black accents and striking red highlights to denote military rank.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front featuring fine black lines, mechanical buttons, and red chest plates and belt details. Standard helmet printing with sharp black eyes and mouth vents.
Variants
Variants include stormtroopers with orange pauldrons (commander), black pauldrons (heavy weapons/private), and plain white versions without pauldrons.
Condition Notes
Inspect for torso cracking under arms, yellowing of white plastic due to UV exposure, and wear on the printed chest and belt lines.
Estimated Value
$10 to $25 USD depending on condition and whether the weapon and fabric pauldron are included.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets retailing between $50 and $100 USD in 2014.
Compatible Sets
75078 Imperial Troop Transport (2014)
Character Background
Imperial Stormtroopers are the iconic elite shock troops of the Galactic Empire, enforcing the Emperor's will across the galaxy. Red pauldrons specifically designate stormtrooper sergeants.
Design Notes
Features the classic LEGO Stormtrooper helmet mold introduced in the early 2010s before the dual-molded helmet redesign in 2019.
Similar Minifigures
sw0148 (Original Trilogy Stormtrooper), sw0586 (Imperial Officer), sw0615 (Stormtrooper with Orange Pauldron)
Collectibility
High demand among army builders and Star Wars troop collectors, particularly due to its exclusivity to the 2014 Imperial Troop Transport set.
History
Debuted in late 2014 as part of the Star Wars Rebels wave and the popular Imperial Troop Transport battle pack, giving fans an easy way to build ranked imperial units.
Interesting Facts
The Imperial Troop Transport set was heavily inspired by the classic Kenner toy line from the 1980s, making this minifigure a favorite for nostalgic collectors.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a squad formation alongside standard white stormtroopers and an Imperial officer on a standard black LEGO display plate.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Imperial army building, MOC imperial bases, and swapping pauldrons to create different military ranks.
Overall Assessment
An essential and highly collectible variant for any LEGO Star Wars army builder, offering great visual contrast over the standard white stormtrooper.