Robo SWAT
tlm017 · The LEGO Movie
LEGO Movie Series · 2014, debuting with the first film's wave of sets such as the Super Cycle Chase
Figure ID
tlm017
Theme
The LEGO Movie
Year Released
2014, debuting with the first film's wave of sets such as the Super Cycle Chase
Rarity
Uncommon; while appearing in three sets, the character group served as army builders for the film's antagonists and were primarily collected during the 2014-2015 production run.
Head
The head features a metallic silver/gray color with red glowing eyes and a subtle robotic expression. It is topped with a black beanie cap or 'knit cap' piece.
Torso
Dark blue torso with black tactical vest printing. The front features a gold police badge and utility pouches. The arms are dark blue with light bluish gray hands.
Legs
Dark blue legs with silver and black printing representing tactical straps, knee pads, and belt details. No side printing is present.
Accessories
Commonly equipped with a black rifle or blaster and sometimes a neck-bracket tactical vest accessory, though the base printing includes most details.
Color Scheme
A combination of dark blue, black, and metallic silver, accented with cold gold for the badge and red for the robotic eyes.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of the 2014 era. Includes torso front and back detail, and front-of-leg printing. The metallic silver head print is particularly crisp.
Variants
Several SWAT variants exist: the standard (pictured), the 'Armor' version (tlm033), and the 'Cap' version (tlm034), which differ mostly in headgear and vest accessories.
Condition Notes
Monitor for wear on the metallic head print as silver can rub off over time. Dark blue plastic hides stress marks well, but check for neck cracks under the head.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00; New: $6.00 - $8.00. This is a budget-friendly figure for collectors.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $14.99 (70801) to $49.99 (70808).
Compatible Sets
70801 Melting Room, 70808 Super Cycle Chase, 70815 Super Secret Police Dropship.
Character Background
The Robo SWAT are the mindless, robotic street-level enforcers of Lord Business’s Super Secret Police in Bricksburg. They are tasked with capturing the 'Special' and enforcing Lord Business's perfectionist rules.
Design Notes
This figure represents a transition in LEGO design where robotic characters moved from specialized molds to standard minifigure parts with complex metallic prints.
Similar Minifigures
Robo Fed (tlm031), Robo Skeleton (tlm020), and standard City Police officers from the 2012-2015 era.
Collectibility
Lower-tier collectibility as an army builder. High nostalgia for fans of The LEGO Movie, but oversupply keeps price appreciation low.
History
Released as part of the massive media blitz for the first LEGO Movie in 2014; this design helped establish the aesthetic of Lord Business's mechanical army.
Interesting Facts
The face print is intended to look like a dehumanized version of a standard City police officer, replacing human eyes with robotic sensors to show the loss of freedom in Business's world.
Display Suggestions
Looks best in a 'squad' formation of 3-5 figures or displayed alongside Bad Cop/Good Cop or Lord Business.
Modification Potential
Great for custom tactical MOCs. The torso and legs are often used by fans to create modern military or special forces minifigures.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed army builder with a cool metallic finish. It is an essential part of any LEGO Movie collection but ranks low in financial rarity.