Clone Airborne Trooper
sw0524 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2014
Figure ID
sw0524
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Rare
Head
Clone Trooper standard angry expression head with black eyebrows, stubble, and white scarring, printed on light flesh skin tone. Wears a specialized Airborne Trooper helmet with orange printing stripe and grey aerator details.
Torso
White torso with intricate grey armour plating, black belt, and a prominent vertical orange stripe running down the center matching the helmet. Black hands and arms.
Legs
White standard legs with dual-molded or printed grey and orange armor accents on the knees and shins, detailed belt and holster printing continuing from the torso.
Accessories
None pictured in this specific view, but canonically comes with a standard black LEGO blaster.
Color Scheme
Primary white with striking bright orange accents, black details, and grey shading.
Printing Details
High quality modern pad printing featuring fine lines, sharp color contrast, and precise alignment on both front torso and legs.
Variants
Unique to its specific release wave, closely related to other 212th Attack Battalion clones.
Condition Notes
Prone to slight yellowing of white plastic over time if exposed to direct sunlight. Check for wear on the leg and torso edge printing.
Estimated Value
Between $15 to $30 USD depending on condition and presence of the original blaster.
Price (New)
Originally available in a set retailing around $29.99 USD in 2014.
Compatible Sets
75036 Utapau Troopers
Character Background
Airborne Troopers were specialized clone troopers of the Grand Army of the Republic trained for high-altitude drop operations, notably serving under Commander Cody and Obi-Wan Kenobi during the Battle of Utapau.
Design Notes
Features the specialized Phase II Airborne helmet mold with distinctive fins and rebreather design, highly sought after by army builders.
Similar Minifigures
212th Battalion Clone Trooper (sw0522), Commander Cody (sw0611)
Collectibility
High collectibility among Star Wars army builders due to its limited appearance in only one battle pack set.
History
Released in the winter 2014 wave alongside other highly requested Clone Wars characters utilizing updated helmet molds and face prints.
Interesting Facts
The 212th Airborne Trooper is one of the fan-favorite obscure designs from Revenge of the Sith that finally received an accurate LEGO physical counterpart in 2014.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a Utapau-themed MOC baseplate alongside standard 212th Clone Troopers and General Kenobi.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Clone army building, squad leadership roles, or custom Jedi command units.
Overall Assessment
An absolute must-have for Star Wars Clone Wars collectors and army builders, offering fantastic print details and high future value retention.