How many pieces are in the Death Star Escape?

Death Star Escape contains 329 pieces.

When was the Death Star Escape released?

Death Star Escape was released in 2019.

🏛 Star Wars

Set #75229

Death Star Escape

The Death Star Escape is a compact but iconic scene from Star Wars: A New Hope.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger Star Wars fans and those looking for a quick, satisfying build
Build: 329 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 9.1¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 482 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate representation of the iconic scene and the inclusion of key characters. However, some feel the set is overpriced for its size and piece count, and the play features could be more robust.

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📝 Our Take

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The Death Star Escape is a compact but iconic scene from Star Wars: A New Hope. This set perfectly captures the tension of Luke and Leia's daring escape, featuring interactive elements and key minifigures.

This set is perfect for Star Wars fans of all ages, especially those looking to recreate classic movie moments. The build is quick and satisfying, making it a great entry point for younger builders while still offering display value for collectors.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex, challenging build or a large-scale display piece. Consider larger Death Star sets or other Star Wars dioramas for a more immersive experience.

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329

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Recreating the iconic trash compactor scene
Interactive elements like the collapsing floor and swinging door
Simple techniques make it accessible for younger builders
Compact size ideal for display on shelves or desks

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Death Star Escape set, being a retired Star Wars set, has decent investment potential. Its small size and relatively low piece count initially made it accessible. However, its rising price trend indicates increasing demand, driven by its iconic scene and exclusive minifigure variants. While not a high-value set, its affordability and the enduring popularity of Star Wars make it a reasonable investment, particularly if acquired at or near MSRP. The key risk is that LEGO may release similar sets in the future, potentially affecting its value.

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This set is a smaller, more affordable alternative to larger Death Star sets like 75159-1. While it lacks the scale and detail of those sets, it focuses on a specific iconic scene and offers a more accessible building experience and price point. Collectors looking for a complete Death Star experience may prefer the larger sets, but those wanting a specific scene or a more budget-friendly option will find this set appealing.

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 329
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 88 unique parts, 306 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 23 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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 1× Red

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 8 To...

Part #: 11955 1× Red

String with End S...

Part #: 14226c11 1× Black

Tile 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 14719 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 15456 1× Black

Technic Axle 5 wi...

Part #: 15462 2× Reddish Brown

Tool Grappling Ho...

Part #: 15534 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 1× Trans-Clear

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 10× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 9× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 1× Reddish Brown

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× Black

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 26604 1× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 2825 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 14× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 9× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Red

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Space B...

Part #: 30304 1× White

Plate 6 x 10

Part #: 3033 2× Black

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Light Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 30586 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 4× Trans-Red

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with B...

Part #: 3070bpr0160 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 3/4

Part #: 32002 1× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 3× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 2× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 2× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 13× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 25× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 3× Black

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Black

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 6× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel 11 x 8 with...

Part #: 42610 6× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 1× Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 7× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 1× Black

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Light Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 2× Flat Silver

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Black

Weapon Gun / Blas...

Part #: 58247 2× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 7 x 3 with Do...

Part #: 6020 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 14× Trans-Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 6× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Metallic Silver

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984pr0006 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 88393 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 90258 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 92947 2× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Light Bluish Gray

The set includes a good selection of Dark Bluish Gray plates and bricks, useful for building Star Wars-themed MOCs or expanding existing sets. The Light Bluish Gray grille tiles are also a valuable addition to any builder's collection.

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BrickTsar from Little Brix highlights the Death Star Escape set's play features, specifically the retractable bridge, functioning blast door, and the ability to topple the included Stormtrooper. The review also mentions that the set includes Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and an updated Stormtrooper.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

329

Official Piece Count

306

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 23 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Inventory Version: 2

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