Commando Droid
sw0359 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars · 2023 (Magazine Gift release context). Original mould debuted in 2012.
Figure ID
sw0359
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2023 (Magazine Gift release context). Original mould debuted in 2012.
Rarity
Uncommon. While the figure itself was mass-produced in numerous sets, this specific foil-pack packaging is a regional exclusive for the LEGO Star Wars Magazine.
Head
Unique elongated BX-series droid head mould in dark blueish gray with white eye printing. It attaches via a standard pin-to-torso connection.
Torso
Slender droid torso in dark blueish gray. Minimalistic mechanical detailing includes a central power core and chest plating lines. Dark blueish gray straight droid arms.
Legs
Standard droid leg pieces in dark blueish gray, featuring the classic thin profile used for battle droid variants.
Accessories
Standard black medium blaster (often referred to as a DC-15S blaster carbine in LEGO terms).
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Dark Blueish Gray with white accents for the eyes.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the head piece only for the eyes. The body relys on the physical mold for mechanical detailing rather than surface prints.
Variants
The original sw0359 (standard), sw0448 (Captain with white markings), and sw0567 (Commando Droid from the 2014 Advent Calendar).
Condition Notes
Prone to loose arm joints over time and snapping at the thin 'neck' pin or the clips of the droid hands. The foil pack (as shown) is easily creased.
Estimated Value
Sealed Foil Pack: $5-$8 USD. Loose Figure: $2-$4 USD.
Price (New)
Approximately $5.99 - $6.99 (Price of the LEGO Star Wars Magazine).
Compatible Sets
9488 Elite Clone Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack, 75002 AT-RT, 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar, and various LEGO Magazine issues.
Character Background
BX-series droid commandos were elite battle droids used by the Confederacy of Independent Systems during the Clone Wars, featured heavily in the animated series.
Design Notes
Utilizes a specific head mold designed to capture the narrower 'face' of the BX-series compared to the standard B1 Battle Droid.
Similar Minifigures
sw0001c Battle Droid, sw0448 Commando Droid Captain, K-2SO (sh320) for the lanky droid aesthetic.
Collectibility
Moderate. High demand for building droid armies, though the figure is widely available enough to keep price growth stable rather than explosive.
History
First introduced in 2012 to update the Separatist army roster, the BX droid has remained a staple for Clone Wars era builds for over a decade.
Interesting Facts
This specific foil pack was a promotional gift in Europe (UK/Germany) for the official LEGO Star Wars Magazine, making it rarer in the US market.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in groups of 3-4 to simulate a commando squad, ideally flanking a Tactical Droid or Count Dooku.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom paint jobs to create specialized legions or Citadel guards. The arms can be swapped for gun-metal grey for added detail.
Overall Assessment
A solid, screen-accurate representation of an iconic Clone Wars antagonist. While common, its inclusion in a magazine foil pack makes it a fun niche acquisition for collectors.