No. 75034

Star Wars

Death Star Troopers

Death Star Troopers is a solid army builder pack.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jan 2014 to Jul 2015

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 6+ · Beginner build Ideal for younger Star Wars fans and those looking for a quick, satisfying build to expand their Imperial army.
Build
100 pieces · about 0.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost
Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 647 ratings

Fans appreciate the Death Star Troopers set for its valuable minifigure selection, particularly the Royal Guards, making it an excellent choice for army building. However, some find the build repetitive and the overall set somewhat basic compared to larger Star Wars models.

📝 Our Take

Death Star Troopers is a solid army builder pack. It offers a quick and affordable way to bolster your Imperial forces, featuring iconic characters and a small but functional display base.

This set is perfect for Star Wars enthusiasts looking to expand their minifigure collection and create larger battle scenes. The simple build makes it accessible to younger builders, while the army-building potential appeals to older collectors.

Skip this if you're seeking a complex building experience or a large, detailed display model. Consider sets like the Imperial Star Destroyer for a more involved build and impressive display piece.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
100
Pieces
⏱
0.5h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
6-12
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward construction
  • Focus on creating a small, posable display base
  • Emphasis on minifigure posing and playability
  • Quick build time for instant gratification

📖 About This Set

Prepare the Death Star Troopers™ for battle over Yavin 4!

Recreate epic battles from the Star Wars saga with this fantastic new battle pack. Help the Imperial Royal Guards and Death Star™ Gunners repel Rebel attacks with the never-before-seen blasters with shooting function and a powerful laser cannon with flick missile! Includes 4 minifigures with weapons: 2 Imperial Royal Guards and 2 Death Star Gunners.

  • Includes 4 minifigures with weapons: 2 Imperial Royal Guards™ and 2 Death Star™ Gunners
  • Features Death Star™ laser cannon with rotating seat and a flick missile
  • Weapons include 2 vibroactive force pikes and 2 new blasters
  • Features new Death Star™ Gunner helmet design
  • Never-before-seen new blasters really fire
  • Take aim and fire the flick missile
  • Defend against the Rebel attack
  • Death Star™ laser cannon measures over 3” (8cm) high, 5” (13cm) long and 2” (6cm) wide

 

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Star Wars battle packs, the Death Star Troopers set offers a unique combination of Imperial Gunner and Royal Guard minifigures, making it a desirable addition for collectors. While other sets may offer more diverse troop types, this set's focus on specific characters provides a distinct advantage for army building. Its smaller size and lower price point also make it more accessible than larger Star Wars sets.

4 Minifigures Included

This set is highly sought after for its minifigures, especially the two Royal Guards with their dark red hands and capes. These figures are relatively exclusive and contribute significantly to the set's value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
100
Parts cataloged in this inventory
42 unique parts, 82 pieces
Minifigures
4

The official piece count includes the 18 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

The set provides a useful selection of dark and light bluish gray plates and slopes, suitable for creating small-scale Star Wars environments and vehicles. The inclusion of Technic pins and connectors also adds versatility for MOC builders.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Black Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 (3x)
Light Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille (3x)
Trans-Red Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (3x)

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the base into a larger Death Star corridor section.
🚢 Use the parts to create a small Imperial shuttle or landing craft.
🚗 Build a compact Imperial speeder bike or reconnaissance vehicle.

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JediJACPenguin's review of the 75034 Death Star Troopers set notes that the minifigure selection is its strongest feature. While the Royal Guards are a welcome addition, the Death Star cannon itself is considered an uninspired and repetitive build.

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BlockTalk summary

JediJACPenguin's review of the 75034 Death Star Troopers set notes that the minifigure selection is its strongest feature. While the Royal Guards are a welcome addition, the Death Star cannon itself is considered an uninspired and repetitive build.

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

Building Instructions

2 booklets, as PDF

  1. 01 BI 3001/28-65G 75034 V29 Download PDF
  2. 02 BI 3001/28-65G 75034 V39 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

42 Unique Parts

100 Official Piece Count

82 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

4 Minifigures

4 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 18 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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