Unleash the Interceptor!
A 2000 UCS Classic

Relive the early days of LEGO Star Wars with this meticulously detailed TIE Interceptor. A true collector's piece with 703 elements.

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🏛 Ultimate Collector Series
Set #7181

TIE Interceptor

The UCS TIE Interceptor is a classic display piece from the early days of LEGO Star Wars UCS.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for older teens and adults who appreciate classic LEGO Star Wars models ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 703 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.6

Collectors highly value this classic UCS set for its iconic design and historical significance, though some find the lack of minifigures and relatively simple building techniques a drawback compared to modern UCS sets.

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📝 Our Take

The UCS TIE Interceptor is a classic display piece from the early days of LEGO Star Wars UCS. Released in 2000, this set captured the sleek, menacing design of the Imperial fighter with a focus on accuracy and scale that was groundbreaking at the time.

This set is perfect for dedicated LEGO Star Wars collectors and those who appreciate the history of the UCS line. It offers a moderately challenging build and creates a striking display model that stands out even among more modern sets.

Skip this if you're looking for play features or minifigure interaction. This set is purely a display model. Consider the newer TIE Fighter sets if you want something more playable.

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🧱 Building Experience

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703
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Building the distinctive TIE Interceptor wings
  • Creating the detailed cockpit area
  • Assembling the sturdy display stand
  • Achieving the accurate shaping of the hull

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The UCS TIE Interceptor is a solid investment due to its age, rarity, and status as an early UCS set. Its value has steadily increased over time, and demand remains high among collectors seeking to complete their UCS collections. While the set lacks minifigures, its iconic design and limited production run contribute to its investment potential. Like all vintage sets, condition is key.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern UCS sets, the TIE Interceptor has a simpler building style but retains a classic charm. While newer sets offer more intricate details and larger piece counts, the TIE Interceptor stands out as a significant piece of LEGO Star Wars history. Consider the 75095-1 TIE Fighter for a similar but more modern build.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 104 unique parts • 700 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for Set 7181-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 23034 [No Color/Any Color]
Flag 2 x 2 Square [Thin Clips] Flag 2 x 2 Square...
Part #: 2335 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Blue
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 14× Dark Gray
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Light Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 4 x 9...
Part #: 2413 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Red
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Black
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Dark Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 12× Blue
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2444 Black
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 Dark Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers On Side Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 2452 Black
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Black
Brick 1 x 16 Brick 1 x 16
Part #: 2465 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Light Gray
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 20× Black
Windscreen 10 x 10 x 4 Octagonal Canopy with TIE Print Windscreen 10 x 1...
Part #: 2598pr0002 Trans-Brown
Cockpit 10 x 10 x 4 Octagonal Cockpit 10 x 10 x...
Part #: 2618 Dark Gray
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Dark Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 10× Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2921 Blue
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Black
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Light Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Light Gray
Brick 2 x 10 Brick 2 x 10
Part #: 3006 Black
Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base Weapon Spear Gun ...
Part #: 30088 Dark Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Dark Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Light Gray
Equipment Sextant Equipment Sextant
Part #: 30154 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Light Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 10× Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 10× Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 13× Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Light Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30236 Light Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Blue
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Black
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Black
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Dark Gray
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 30364 16× Dark Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical End, 9 Teeth Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 30365 16× Dark Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Dark Gray
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Dark Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 3 Slope 45° 2 x 3
Part #: 3038 Blue
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with '000195', Death Star Trench Computer Print Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr0008 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with Flight Control Print Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr9969 Light Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with Horizon Indicator Screen Print Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr9971 Light Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Blue
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Dark Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom pin, with 3 Red Lamps, 3 Yellow Buttons, Yellow Border print Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040bpr0008 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom pin, with Black Crosshairs and Green Insectoid Print Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040bpr0012 Dark Gray
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Blue
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 10× Dark Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 Black
Wedge Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners Wedge Plate 4 x 6...
Part #: 32059 Dark Gray
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 Red
Technic Brick 4 x 4 with 2 x 2 Opening Technic Brick 4 x...
Part #: 32324 Light Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Dark Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 20× Blue
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Dark Gray
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 36× Black
Engine - Smooth, Small 1 x 2 Side Plate [With Axle Holders] Engine - Smooth, ...
Part #: 3475b Dark Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 10× Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Blue
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Blue
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Dark Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Dark Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 8 [7 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3702 Black
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 13× Dark Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Blue
Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2, No Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Slope Inverted 33...
Part #: 3747a 12× Dark Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 10× Black
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Black
Equipment Shovel [Rounded Handle End] Equipment Shovel ...
Part #: 3837 Dark Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 12 [11 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3895 Black
Wedge Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left Wedge Plate 8 x 4...
Part #: 3933 14× Black
Wedge Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right with Stud Notch Wedge Plate 8 x 4...
Part #: 3934 14× Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 Black
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Black
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted [Radar] with TIE Hatch Print Dish 4 x 4 Invert...
Part #: 3960pr9977 Dark Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Blue
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Light Gray
Bar 6.6L with Stop Ring [Umbrella Stand] Bar 6.6L with Sto...
Part #: 4095 Blue
Plate Special 8 x 8 with Grille [No Hole in Center] Plate Special 8 x...
Part #: 4151a 10× Black
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 16× Blue
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 12× Black
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Light Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers [Hollow Studs] Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 4275b Blue
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers and Hollow Studs Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 4276b Light Gray
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 Black
Dish 6 x 6 Inverted, Radar / Webbed [Anti-studs at 90°] Dish 6 x 6 Invert...
Part #: 4285b Blue
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Dark Gray
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top Hinge Tile 1 x 2 ...
Part #: 4531 Black
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Dark Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 Dark Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 4859 Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a 12× Dark Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6019 16× Dark Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Blue
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Bar 1 x 3 (Radio Handle, Phone Handset) Bar 1 x 3 (Radio ...
Part #: 6190 Dark Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (6 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6629 Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Dark Gray
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 20L / 16cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c20 Blue
The set features a substantial amount of black and dark gray plates and tiles, making it a useful source for builders working on Star Wars-themed MOCs. The large wedge plates are particularly valuable for creating wing structures.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate 1 x 8 (36x) $1.80
Dark Gray Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical End, 9 Teeth (16x) $3.20
Black Wedge Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left (14x) $4.20
Black Wedge Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right with Stud Notch (14x) $4.20
Blue Tile 1 x 8 with Groove (16x) $2.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$15.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Create a larger, more detailed version of the TIE Interceptor
🚢 Build a custom TIE Bomber or TIE Defender variant
🚀 Design a unique Imperial space station or outpost

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BrickTsar's review of the 7181 UCS TIE Interceptor offers a comparison to the X-wing fighter from 2000, noting the printed pieces and build techniques used in the model. The review provides details about the ship's specifications and features, appealing to vintage LEGO collectors.

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BrickTsar's review of the 7181 UCS TIE Interceptor offers a comparison to the X-wing fighter from 2000, noting the printed pieces and build techniques used in the model. The review provides details about the ship's specifications and features, appealing to vintage LEGO collectors.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

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Unique Parts
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Total Pieces
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