How many pieces are in the Darth Vader?

Darth Vader contains 160 pieces.

What age is the Darth Vader recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 9-14.

When was the Darth Vader released?

Darth Vader was released in 2015.

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🏛 Star Wars

Set #75111

Darth Vader

Darth Vader 75111 is a formidable entry into the bygone era of LEGO's Star Wars buildable figures.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 9+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger builders and Star Wars fans looking for a quick, action-ready model
Build: 160 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 18.7¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 493 ratings

Fans appreciate the impressive shelf presence and fun poseability of the finished figure, though some traditional builders criticize the lack of standard LEGO building techniques and specialized parts utility.

$29.99

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📝 Our Take

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Darth Vader 75111 is a formidable entry into the bygone era of LEGO's Star Wars buildable figures. Capturing the imposing silhouette of the galaxy's most feared Sith Lord, this set relies heavily on a specialized Technic skeletal framework to achieve its unique proportions and striking shelf presence.

This set is perfect for casual Star Wars fans and younger builders transitioning to action-oriented models. With a quick, straightforward construction process and robust play features, it bridges the gap between traditional LEGO bricks and posable action figures quite nicely.

Skip this if you are searching for a traditional brick-building experience or intricate display piece. Because it utilizes large, specialized character shell pieces rather than standard system bricks, it offers very limited part utility for custom MOCs compared to standard sets.

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🧱 Building Experience

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160

Pieces

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1.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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9-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

Assembling the robust Technic skeleton that provides core poseability
Clicking together the custom black armored shell pieces around the torso
Constructing the iconic red lightsaber with specialized blade elements
Attaching the custom fabric cape for that classic flowing Darth Vader look

📈 Investment Analysis

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C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

As a retired set from the 2015 Constraction era, Darth Vader occupies a unique niche in the secondary market. While the buildable figure theme (often compared to BIONICLE or Hero Factory) didn't achieve the permanent classic status of standard minifigure-scale Star Wars ships, specific iconic characters like Darth Vader retain a dedicated following among completist collectors. With a modest original MSRP of $29.99 and a relatively low piece count of 160, the set's appreciation has been steady rather than explosive. Sealed copies still command reasonable prices, making it an accessible nostalgic pickup for fans of this experimental era of LEGO design without demanding a massive financial investment.

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📖 About This Set

Feel the power of the dark side with posable Darth Vader™!

Feel the power of the dark side with Darth Vader™! This buildable LEGO® version of iconic Sith Lord Vader has all the details you’d expect, including fully posable limbs, black armoured suit, fabric cape and a buildable red Lightsaber. Harness the power of the dark side and prepare for intense action play!

Features fully posable limbs, black armoured suit, fabric cape and a buildable red Lightsaber
Grab your Lightsaber and prepare for intense battle!
Feel the power of the dark side!
Pose Lord Vader like never before
Sturdy and durable design for intense action play
Replay the final epic battle of Star Wars™: Episode VI Return of the Jedi with 75110 Luke Skywalker (sold separately)
Stands over 11” (28cm) tall

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to standard minifigure-scale Star Wars sets, the 75111 buildable figure focuses entirely on character poseability and action play rather than vehicle accuracy or minifigure collecting. If you prefer display models with high detail, sets like the Darth Vader Helmet (75304) or standard dioramas offer a much more traditional LEGO building experience.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 160
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 59 unique parts, 160 pieces

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

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 10197 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 11946 1× Black

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 11947 1× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 15100 1× Black

Road Sign Clip-on...

Part #: 15210pr0001 1× Black

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 15362 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 18654 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 21562 2× Black

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 21755 2× Flat Silver

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 21987 1× Trans-Red

Large Figure Cape...

Part #: 21994 1× Black

Large Figure Head...

Part #: 22370 1× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 13× Black

Torso Mechanical,...

Part #: 30375 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 2× Red

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 4× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 9× Red

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 6× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32449 2× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32449 4× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 1× Black

Technic Tooth 1 x...

Part #: 41669 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 4× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 4× Blue

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 7× Blue

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 43857 1× Black

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 50923 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Ball Join...

Part #: 53585 4× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 60484 1× Black

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 4× Blue

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 6587 2× Dark Tan

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 6632 1× Black

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 74261 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 87083 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 90605 2× Black

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 90607 2× Black

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 90609 2× Black

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 90615 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 90638pr0003 6× Black

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 90640 2× Black

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 90641 2× Black

Large Figure Tors...

Part #: 90652pr0001 1× Black

Large Figure Foot...

Part #: 90661 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 1× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 92907 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 92907 1× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 93571 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Hand...

Part #: 93575 2× Black

Large Figure Shou...

Part #: 98571 2× Pearl Titanium

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 98577 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 98590 1× Black

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 98592 2× Pearl Titanium

Large Figure Limb...

Part #: 98592 2× Black

Large Figure Ches...

Part #: 98603pr0018 1× Pearl Titanium

Technic Beam Tria...

Part #: 99773 2× Dark Bluish Gray

The inventory is heavily dominated by specialized Technic elements, ball joints, and character-specific armor shells. While great for building action figures or custom mechs, it offers very limited utility for traditional system-based building.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 6, Armor with Ball Joint Socket with Light Blue Cloth Texture Print (Darth Vader) (6x) $12.00

Dark Bluish Gray Large Figure Skeletal, Joint Extender [High Friction] (4x) $3.00

Black Technic Ball Joint with Through Axle Hole (4x) $2.00

Black Large Figure Foot, Type 2 (2x) $4.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$21.00

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Custom bio-mechanical mechs utilizing the black armor plating and ball-joint limbs

🚢 Dark-themed sci-fi character sculptures and custom action figures

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 4 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

Reviews of LEGO Darth Vader sets are generally neutral, spanning various sets from the Darth Vader Transformation (75183) to the Darth Vader Mech (75368). MandRproductions and Solid Brix Studios offer reviews across different Darth Vader-themed sets, with no strong positive or negative sentiment dominating.

LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader & Luke Skywalker Buildable Figures 75110 75111 Review - BrickQueen

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Community Sentiment

Based on 4 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

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What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

MandRproductions highlights the Boarding the Tantive IV (75387) as a standout set and reviews the Darth Vader Transformation set positively for its play features. Solid Brix Studios provides reviews for the Darth Vader Helmet (75304) and a timelapse build of the Darth Vader (75111) figure, focusing on the build experience.