How many pieces are in the Desert Skiff Escape?

Desert Skiff Escape contains 277 pieces.

When was the Desert Skiff Escape released?

Desert Skiff Escape was released in 2017.

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Set #75174

Desert Skiff Escape

Desert Skiff Escape is a solid addition to any Star Wars LEGO collection, especially for fans of Return of the Jedi.

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Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger Star Wars fans and those looking for a quick, enjoyable build
Build: 277 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 10.8¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 460 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate portrayal of the iconic skiff scene and the inclusion of Boba Fett, but some find the overall build relatively simple and the Sarlacc Pit design basic. The set is generally considered a good value, especially for Star Wars collectors.

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📝 Our Take

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Desert Skiff Escape is a solid addition to any Star Wars LEGO collection, especially for fans of Return of the Jedi. This set recreates the iconic scene above the Sarlacc Pit with a well-designed skiff and a menacing Sarlacc. The inclusion of Boba Fett and Han Solo makes it instantly recognizable and highly desirable.

This set is perfect for Star Wars enthusiasts and those looking to recreate classic movie moments. The build is relatively straightforward, making it accessible for younger builders, while the play features and minifigures offer plenty of engagement for older fans. It also makes a great display piece alongside other Star Wars sets.

Skip this if you're primarily looking for complex building techniques or a massive piece count. While enjoyable, it's a smaller set focused on playability and character inclusion rather than intricate design. Consider the Mos Eisley Cantina for a more challenging and expansive Star Wars build.

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277

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple, sturdy construction perfect for play
Functional flick-fire missiles add playability
Sarlacc Pit design is surprisingly effective at this scale
Great display piece that captures a key Star Wars scene

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Desert Skiff Escape set has good investment potential due to its iconic scene recreation and the inclusion of popular minifigures like Boba Fett. Its retired status and rising price trend suggest increasing demand. While not a massive set, its collectibility and character appeal make it a worthwhile consideration for investors, though returns may be modest compared to larger, more exclusive sets. The relatively low piece count, however, does make it more susceptible to fluctuations in the secondary market. Keep in mind that the value is heavily tied to the condition and completeness of the set, especially the minifigures.

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Compared to other smaller Star Wars sets, Desert Skiff Escape stands out due to its focus on a specific, memorable scene and the inclusion of key characters. While the build isn't as complex as larger sets like the Millennium Falcon, it offers a more accessible and affordable way to own a piece of Star Wars history. Consider the Slave I set for another iconic bounty hunter ship, or the Tatooine Homestead for a different Tatooine setting.

4 Minifigures Included

Chewbacca, Dark Brown - Long Lines on Legs on Inside

Boba Fett, Helmet, Jetpack Neckwear, Olive Green Pauldron, Light Bluish Gray Hips

7 parts

A-

Han Solo, White Shirt, Dark Brown Legs, Dual Sided Head Open Mouth / Closed Eyes with Closed Mouth, Ruffled Hair

4 parts

B+

The Boba Fett minifigure is a key draw, featuring unique helmet and jetpack elements that add to its collectible value. The set also includes a Han Solo minifigure, making it desirable for completing character collections.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 277
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 86 unique parts, 267 pieces
Minifigures: 4

LEGO counts 277 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 284, including the 17 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. 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.

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 10201 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 11153 2× Dark Tan

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Aircraft Fuselage...

Part #: 11295 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 11477 4× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 11477 6× Tan

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Part #: 15068 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 15207 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 18646 2× Dark Tan

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 2× Reddish Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2653 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 8× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 6× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 3034 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30367c 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 3× Tan

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Dark Tan

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 12× Tan

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Dark Orange

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Dark Tan

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 2× Dark Tan

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× Dark Tan

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 6× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Reddish Brown

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 4× Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 8× Trans-Clear

Bracket 2 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 3956 4× Black

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957b 2× Reddish Brown

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 40378 2× Dark Orange

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 40379 4× Dark Orange

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 41532 2× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 41678 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41749 2× Dark Tan

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41750 2× Dark Tan

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 4× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 2× Dark Tan

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 2× Dark Tan

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 48092 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Black

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 52501 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 6× White

Weapon Axe Head, ...

Part #: 53454 1× Pearl Titanium

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 8× Tan

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Dark Tan

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54383 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54384 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 6003 4× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 7× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 61190c 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Tan

Equipment Handcuffs

Part #: 61482 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6180 1× Reddish Brown

Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...

Part #: 6231 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 63586 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 2× Reddish Brown

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6583 2× Dark Tan

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 1× Tan

Hose Rigid 3mm D....

Part #: 75c14 1× Reddish Brown

Hose Rigid 3mm D....

Part #: 75c18 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 6× Dark Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Dark Tan

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984pr0006 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Windscreen 6 x 4 ...

Part #: 87752 2× Dark Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 2× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Gun / Blas...

Part #: 92738 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 6× Dark Bluish Gray

The set offers a good selection of tan and dark bluish gray slopes and plates, useful for building desert landscapes or spaceship details. The Dark Orange 'Animal Body Part' elements are also noteworthy for their potential in creating organic shapes.

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LEGO YouTubers generally provide positive reviews for the Desert Skiff Escape set (75174), with BrickBros UK consistently praising its accuracy to the source material, play features, and minifigure selection. The improved Sarlacc pit design, featuring moving tentacles and an opening mouth, is frequently highlighted as a key positive aspect, contributing to the set's overall value.

LEGO STAR WARS DESERT SKIFF ESCAPE 75174 SET REVIEW

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BlockTalk AI Summary

BrickBros UK provides a neutral review of the LEGO 75174 Desert Skiff Escape, offering a historical perspective on LEGO skiffs. The review focuses on the set's place within the broader history of LEGO Star Wars skiff designs.