Han Solo in Carbonite (Block with Handles)
6011505 / 4275440 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy / Episode V & VI · 2010 (Introduction of this mold)
Figure ID
6011505 / 4275440
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2010 (Introduction of this mold)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon (depending on specific set)
Head
Non-removable/Integrated mold: Facial features are molded into the plastic as part of the Han Solo likeness, featuring closed eyes and a pained expression.
Torso
Non-removable/Integrated mold: Features the likeness of Han Solo's shirt with chest hair and jacket folds molded into the relief.
Legs
Non-removable/Integrated mold: Fixed static legs molded into the block to represent the frozen carbonite process.
Accessories
Built-in handles (bars) on the top and bottom to allow other minifigures to 'carry' the block or for it to be hooked into crane mechanisms.
Color Scheme
Flat Silver or Metallic Dark Gray, designed to mimic the appearance of frozen carbonite.
Printing Details
Generally contains no ink printing; the detail is achieved entirely through high-resolution 3D molding and relief work.
Variants
This is the 'modern' version with handles; earlier versions were printed bricks (1x2x5), and a later 2017 version (part 28623) features a hollow back to fit a standard Han Solo minifigure inside.
Condition Notes
Main concerns are 'flea bites' or nicks on the metallic plastic and scuffing on the side control panel details which are often raised.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $12.00 USD (Used), $15.00+ (New/Part of set)
Price (New)
Bundled in sets ranging from $25 (Desert Skiff) to $400 (Death Star / UCS Slave I).
Compatible Sets
8097 Slave I (2010), 9516 Jabba's Palace, 75060 UCS Slave I, 75222 Betrayal at Cloud City, 9496 Desert Skiff.
Character Background
Represents Han Solo after being frozen in carbonite by Darth Vader on Cloud City to be delivered to Jabba the Hutt.
Design Notes
A specialized large-mold piece that bridges the gap between a brick and a minifigure; it uses a 2x4 stud footprint on the back.
Similar Minifigures
Brick-built Han in Carbonite (Classic 2000s), 2017 Hollow-Back Carbonite piece, Han Solo (Endor or Bespin outfits).
Collectibility
High for Star Wars completionists, though this specific handle-version is the most common and widely available version.
History
Replaced the original 2000-era printed 1x2x5 brick; it represented a shift toward more accurate, prop-like LEGO elements.
Interesting Facts
Despite looking like a single piece, the bars are occasionally separate pieces on older versions, but this mold is a solid single element.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a Slave I cargo hold or on a stand in Jabba's Palace MOCs.
Modification Potential
Excellent as a decorative 'trophy' block in sci-fi dioramas; silver paint can be applied to enhance 'weathering'.
Overall Assessment
An iconic and essential piece for any Star Wars fan, providing much better accuracy than the original printed brick versions.