Chewbacca - Standard Fur, Dark Brown Bandolier
sw0556 · Star Wars
Star Wars: Original Trilogy · 2014
Figure ID
sw0556
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Common
Head
Reddish-brown specialized fur/head combination piece covering the head and shoulders with molded facial features and black eye/mouth printing.
Torso
Reddish-brown torso with detailed black and silver fur texture and a diagonal bandolier printed on the front.
Legs
Plain reddish-brown standard legs and hip piece.
Accessories
Black brick-built or molded bowcaster weapon.
Color Scheme
Reddish-brown primary body color with black and silver accent printing.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the torso front featuring a metallic silver and black bandolier and fur texture. Head is molded plastic without traditional face prints.
Variants
Includes versions with slightly different shades of reddish-brown plastic and newer variants featuring dual-molded legs or updated fur textures.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the printed bandolier and potential scratching on the specialized fur headpiece.
Estimated Value
$3 to $6 USD for used complete condition.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $30 to $150 USD.
Compatible Sets
75042 Droid Gunship, 75094 Imperial Shuttle Tydirium, 75105 Millennium Falcon, and several others.
Character Background
Chewbacca is a legendary Wookiee warrior, smuggler, and Han Solo's loyal co-pilot aboard the Millennium Falcon.
Design Notes
Uses the classic specialized Wookiee head/shoulder fur piece that combines the head and torso overlay into one component.
Similar Minifigures
Other iterations of Chewbacca from various Star Wars waves including holiday specials and Revenge of the Sith variants.
Collectibility
Moderate demand as a staple character, but common availability keeps values affordable.
History
First introduced in early Star Wars waves with subsequent updates to plastic colors and printing detail over the decades.
Interesting Facts
Chewbacca's specialized headpiece was one of the earliest custom-molded pieces designed specifically to capture non-human anatomy in LEGO form.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside Han Solo inside a Millennium Falcon cockpit or on a UCS display stand.
Modification Potential
High potential for custom Wookiee variations, bounty hunter dioramas, or integration into MOC forest scenes.
Overall Assessment
An essential iconic character for any LEGO Star Wars collection, offering high recognition value despite its common status.