How many pieces are in the Darth Vader Transformation?

Darth Vader Transformation contains 282 pieces.

What age is the Darth Vader Transformation recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7-12.

When was the Darth Vader Transformation released?

Darth Vader Transformation was released in 2017.

LEGO Darth Vader Transformation set 75183

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🏛 Star Wars

Set #75183

Darth Vader Transformation

The Darth Vader Transformation set is a must-have for Star Wars fans.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Intermediate build Perfect for Star Wars fans of all ages who enjoy recreating iconic scenes
Build: 282 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $24.99 list price · 8.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 1,236 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate depiction of the iconic scene and the inclusion of key minifigures. Some criticize the limited play features beyond the transformation bed.

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📝 Our Take

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The Darth Vader Transformation set is a must-have for Star Wars fans. This set recreates the iconic scene from Revenge of the Sith where Anakin Skywalker becomes Darth Vader, complete with transformation bed and medical droids.

This set is perfect for collectors and fans of the prequel trilogy. With six minifigures and a detailed recreation of a pivotal scene, it's a great display piece and conversation starter.

Skip this if you're looking for a large-scale, complex build. This set is relatively small and focuses on play features and minifigure selection. Consider the larger Darth Vader's Castle set if you prefer a more challenging build and grander display piece.

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🧱 Building Experience

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282

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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10cm × 17cm × 22cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

The rotating transformation bed is a clever play feature
The use of trans-red elements effectively simulates the lava and heat
Detailed printing on the minifigures adds to the set's overall appeal
Compact size makes it easy to display on a shelf or desk

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Darth Vader Transformation set has decent investment potential due to its iconic subject matter and the popularity of the Star Wars theme. The inclusion of six minifigures, including Darth Vader, Emperor Palpatine, and Anakin Skywalker, adds to its collectibility. As a retired set, its value is likely to appreciate over time, especially if kept in pristine condition. However, its relatively small size and piece count may limit its potential for significant gains compared to larger, more complex Star Wars sets. Investing in multiple copies upon retirement may have yielded a good ROI. Current value increases are slow but steady.

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 282
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 86 unique parts, 232 pieces
Minifigures: 6

LEGO counts 282 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 290, including the 58 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.

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 10247 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 Stu...

Part #: 15706 8× Black

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 18975 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 22889 5× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 10× Flat Silver

Technic Axle Towball

Part #: 2736 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 12× Trans-Red

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

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Part #: 30363 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Trans-Red

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Part #: 3062b 2× Trans-Red

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 7× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 32034 1× Red

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Part #: 32056 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

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Part #: 32124 3× Black

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Part #: 32184 2× Black

Technic Gear 12 T...

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Part #: 32316 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 6× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3673 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 1× Red

Technic Axle 8

Part #: 3707 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× White

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 6× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 4× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 41770 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 2× Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 45590 2× Black

Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...

Part #: 4735 1× Light Bluish Gray

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 47457 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54383 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54384 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tool Hammer Cross...

Part #: 604547 1× Flat Silver

Tool Oil Can [Rib...

Part #: 604548 1× Flat Silver

Tool Drill / Impa...

Part #: 604549 1× Flat Silver

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 604550 1× Flat Silver

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 604551 1× Flat Silver

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 604552 1× Flat Silver

Tool Wrench 4-Way...

Part #: 604553 1× Flat Silver

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 604614 1× Flat Silver

Tool Ratchet / So...

Part #: 604615 1× Flat Silver

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 6× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 14× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6179 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Universal...

Part #: 61903 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 63869 1× Black

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Pearl Gold

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Metallic Silver

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 1× Blue

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 85943 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 88072 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 90194 7× White

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 2× Black

The set contains a good supply of Dark Bluish Gray and Black pieces useful for MOC building. The Trans-Red plates are great for adding visual effects to creations.

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BrickBros UK gives a positive review of the LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Transformation set (75183), noting its good minifigure selection and playability. The set is praised for recreating the Episode 3 scene effectively.