501st Legion Clone Trooper
sw1094 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars · Released in 2020. This figure debuted in the highly anticipated 75280 501st Legion Clone Troopers set, which was famously produced by LEGO after a massive fan campaign online.
Figure ID
sw1094
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
Released in 2020. This figure debuted in the highly anticipated 75280 501st Legion Clone Troopers set, which was famously produced by LEGO after a massive fan campaign online.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While millions were produced due to the 'army building' nature of its debut set, demand remains high. It is no longer in active production as the set has retired.
Head
Features the 'Nougat' skin tone (Clone Veteran head) consistent with the 2020 era. It has a determined expression with black eyes and white pupil dots, replacing the older 'Angry Clone' face.
Torso
White torso with highly detailed 501st Legion blue markings. Features integrated armor plating lines and a utility belt print. The back includes thermal detonator printing and armor plating details. Arms are plain white.
Legs
White legs with blue knee pad markings and toe detailing. Includes printing on the hip piece to connect the belt design from the torso. No side-leg printing is present on this specific variant.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard DC-15S blaster (short blaster) or a DC-15A blaster rifle (long blaster). The figure in the image is holding the short black blaster.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are White and Bright Blue, representing the colors of Anakin Skywalker's 501st Legion. Accents include black for the body glove and grey for armor shadowing.
Printing Details
Features the 2020 'universal' clone style. High-quality pad printing on the helmet, torso, and legs. Notable for the 'holeless' helmet design (unlike the 2023 version which has holes for rangefinders).
Variants
This is the '2020 version'. Variants include the 2013 version (sw0445) with different visor printing, and the 2023 'helmet hole' version (sw1246) which has blue arms and updated torso prints.
Condition Notes
Watch for 'cracks' in the sides of the torso under the arms and heel cracks on the back of the legs. The white plastic is susceptible to UV yellowing over time if left in sunlight.
Estimated Value
New: $6.00 - $8.00; Used: $4.00 - $6.00. Value has remained relatively stable due to high supply despite high demand.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 75280 for $29.99, which included four clones (three of this type and one Jet Trooper), making the per-figure value roughly $5 at retail.
Compatible Sets
75280 501st Legion Clone Troopers (2020) and 75345 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack (2023 - similar but different unit).
Character Background
Soldiers of the 501st Legion, led by Captain Rex and Anakin Skywalker. They are the most famous legion in Clone Wars lore, eventually becoming Vader's Fist in the transition to the Empire.
Design Notes
This figure marked a shift toward more 'movie-accurate' but stylized printing that blended the aesthetics of 'Revenge of the Sith' and 'The Clone Wars' animated series.
Similar Minifigures
sw1093 (501st Jet Trooper), sw1246 (501st Officer), sw0445 (2013 501st Trooper), and sw1146 (Elite Clone Trooper).
Collectibility
High. Clone Troopers are the most 'army-built' figures in LEGO history. This specific version is a staple for any Star Wars collection.
History
Followed years of fan requests (the #LEGO501st campaign). It represents the middle-era of Clone Trooper design between the simplified 2008 style and the modern 2023 'helmet hole' style.
Interesting Facts
The set this figure came in was one of the fastest-selling Star Wars sets in history, frequently selling out for the first year of its release.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in large ranks ('army style') on a grey baseplate. Pairs perfectly with an Ahsoka Tano or Anakin Skywalker minifigure.
Modification Potential
Highly modular. Collectors often add custom cloth kamas or pauldrons from third-party sites like CapeCantina or Clone Army Customs to create specialized officers.
Overall Assessment
A 10/10 'army builder' figure. Excellent printing and accuracy. It is a must-have for fans of the Prequels and the Clone Wars series.