Stormtrooper (Dual Molded Helmet, Gray Squares on Back, Frown)
sw0997 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy / Star Wars Rebels / Rogue One · 2019 - Debuted in set 75229 Death Star Escape. This release marked the transition to the 'Dual Molded' helmet design.
Figure ID
sw0997
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2019 - Debuted in set 75229 Death Star Escape. This release marked the transition to the 'Dual Molded' helmet design.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon - It was mass-produced across several sets but has since been superseded by updated print versions.
Head
Standard 'Angry Clone' or 'Frown' expression on a light flesh-tone head; topped with a white dual-molded helmet with black and gray printing.
Torso
White torso with Stormtrooper armor printing; includes gray squares on the back plate, black hands, and white arms.
Legs
White legs with black hips; front armor printing featuring knee plates and utility belt details; no side printing.
Accessories
Typically equipped with a standard black E-11 blaster rifle or a small blaster pistol.
Color Scheme
Primary white and black with light bluish gray accent prints for the mechanical details of the armor.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso and legs. The helmet is the standout, featuring dual-molding technology where black plastic is injected alongside white plastic.
Variants
Variants include sw1156 (re-printed female/male heads) and sw0585 (previous version with the single-mold helmet).
Condition Notes
The dual-molded helmet is prone to slight 'bleeding' of black into white at the seams. Check for torso cracks under arms and yellowing of the white plastic.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 (Used); $8.00 - $12.00 (New/Mint condition).
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $14.99 (Battle Packs) to $159.99 (Master Builder Series).
Compatible Sets
75229 Death Star Escape, 75262 Imperial Dropship – 20th Anniversary Edition, 75235 X-Wing Starfighter Trench Run.
Character Background
The iconic frontline soldiers of the Galactic Empire, known for their white plastoid armor and (notoriously poor) marksmanship.
Design Notes
This design was controversial among fans due to the 'Family Guy' look of the oversized, non-articulating dual-molded helmet.
Similar Minifigures
sw0585 Stormtrooper (Classic), sw1156 Stormtrooper (2021 update), sw0630 Stormtrooper (Rebels version).
Collectibility
High for army builders; however, many collectors prefer the older sw0585 or the newer 2021 version due to helmet proportions.
History
Launched in 2019 to modernize the helmet mold to match the scale of other modern Star Wars helmets like the Scout Trooper.
Interesting Facts
The 'dual-molding' means the black visor and 'mouth' vents are actual black plastic fused with white, not just surface paint.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in large ranks ('Army Building') on dark gray baseplates to simulate a Star Destroyer hallway.
Modification Potential
The helmet is often swapped by 'purist' customizers for the 2014 mold if they prefer a smaller silhouette.
Overall Assessment
A solid, detailed minifigure that successfully introduced more durable helmet printing, though the aesthetic change remains polarizing.