How many pieces are in the Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box?

Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box contains 216 pieces.

LEGO Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box set 4500-2

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🏛 Star Wars

Set #4500-2

Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box

Q: When was the Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box released?

Rebel Snowspeeder [Redesign], Original Trilogy Edition box was released in 2004.

The Rebel Snowspeeder (4500-2) is a classic piece of LEGO Star Wars history.

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Who it's for: Intermediate build Perfect for Star Wars fans and LEGO enthusiasts of all ages.
Build: 216 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating

Fans appreciate the classic design and recognizable Snowspeeder shape, but some find the build relatively simple compared to modern sets. The inclusion of key minifigures is a major selling point.

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📝 Our Take

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The Rebel Snowspeeder (4500-2) is a classic piece of LEGO Star Wars history. Released in 2004, this redesign boasts improved accuracy and detail compared to earlier versions, capturing the iconic vehicle from The Empire Strikes Back in brick form.

This set is perfect for Star Wars fans looking for a nostalgic build. With a manageable piece count and straightforward construction, it's a great set to build and display, bringing back memories of the Original Trilogy.

Skip this if you're only interested in the latest, most detailed Snowspeeder models. Consider the more recent 75144-1 UCS Snowspeeder for a larger, more complex, and display-focused experience.

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216

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Sturdy construction allows for swooshing and play.
Clever use of hinges to create the Snowspeeder's distinctive shape.
Includes a tow cable winch feature for recreating the Battle of Hoth.
Classic LEGO Star Wars design with accurate detailing for its time.

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The Rebel Snowspeeder (4500-2) presents a decent investment opportunity, especially for collectors interested in vintage LEGO Star Wars sets. Its status as a redesign of a classic vehicle, coupled with its Original Trilogy association, makes it desirable. While not as valuable as some UCS sets, its relatively low piece count could make it more accessible to a wider range of buyers. However, condition is key, with sealed boxes commanding a premium. Monitor BrickLink and eBay for pricing trends.

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This Snowspeeder offers a classic LEGO Star Wars experience compared to newer, more complex models. While it lacks the intricate detailing of the UCS Snowspeeder (75144-1), it's more affordable and accessible. Consider this set for its nostalgic value and playability, or opt for a newer set for a more detailed display piece.

3 Minifigures Included

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4 parts

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B+

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6 parts

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📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 216
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 82 unique parts, 202 pieces
Minifigures: 3

The piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 23306 1× Chrome Silver

Flag 2 x 2 Square...

Part #: 2335 2× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 2436 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Orange

String Reel 2 x 2...

Part #: 2584 1× Black

String Reel 2 x 2...

Part #: 2585 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× White

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Tan

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Orange

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× White

Tool Grappling Hook

Part #: 30192 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Orange

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Orange

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× Tan

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Windscreen 7 x 4 ...

Part #: 30372pr0001 1× Trans-Brown

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Light Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039pr9964 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Orange

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Tan

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 2× White

Tile 2 x 2 with S...

Part #: 3068bpr0350 2× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× White

Tile 1 x 2 with D...

Part #: 3069bpr0085 1× White

Tile 1 x 2 with S...

Part #: 3069bpr0086 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 32270 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 4× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Tan

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680c02 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear Rack...

Part #: 3743 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 3× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 4× Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Tan

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× White

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Support Round 2 x...

Part #: 3940b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 2 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 3956 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 4× Black

Bar 6.6L with Sto...

Part #: 4095 1× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 3× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 3× White

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Orange

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× White

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 43337 4× White

Equipment Camera ...

Part #: 4360 2× Black

Part #: 44301a 6× Tan

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 4× White

Dish 6 x 6 Invert...

Part #: 44375a 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4510 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 4588 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 12 x ...

Part #: 47397 1× White

Wedge Plate 12 x ...

Part #: 47398 1× White

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 4855 1× White

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 4858pr0006 1× White

String Cord Thin ...

Part #: 56823 1× Black

Hinge Brick 2 x 2...

Part #: 6134 1× Tan

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Black

Windscreen 4 x 4 x 1

Part #: 6238 1× Trans-Brown

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 75535 4× Dark Bluish Gray

The set offers a good selection of white, dark bluish gray, and light bluish gray plates and slopes, useful for building Star Wars vehicles and other spacecraft. The tan hinge plates are also valuable for creating articulated models.

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Sawyer Studios gives a positive review of the 2004 Snowspeeder (4500), praising its timeless design and printed pieces. The reviewer specifically highlights the printed AT-AT targeting system piece as a standout feature.