How many pieces are in the Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama?

Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama contains 802 pieces.

What age is the Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama released?

Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama was released in 2022.

LEGO Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama set 75339

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🏛 Star Wars

Set #75339

Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama

The Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama is a surprisingly engaging display piece.

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Who it's for: Ages 18+ · Intermediate build Perfect for teens and adults who love Star Wars and enjoy detailed dioramas
Build: 802 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $89.99 list price · 11.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 326 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accuracy to the source material and the clever compacting mechanism. Some criticisms include the repetitive nature of building the walls and the limited playability beyond the compacting feature.

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📝 Our Take

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The Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama is a surprisingly engaging display piece. Capturing one of the most memorable scenes from A New Hope, this set perfectly blends nostalgia with clever building techniques to create a dynamic and visually appealing model.

This set is perfect for Star Wars fans looking for a compact and detailed display. The build is moderately challenging and the inclusion of iconic minifigures makes it a must-have for collectors. It's an ideal addition to any Star Wars shelf without taking up too much space.

Skip this if you're looking for extensive play features or a large-scale model. This diorama is designed primarily for display, so if you prefer interactive sets, consider the Millennium Falcon or other larger Star Wars vehicles.

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802

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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10cm × 22cm × 15cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

The compacting walls mechanism is a clever and engaging feature
Using tiles to create the grimy, textured look of the trash compactor is effective
The inclusion of six minifigures, including key characters in the scene, adds significant value
The overall build is a satisfying balance of repetition and unique details

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Death Star Trash Compactor Diorama has solid investment potential due to its iconic scene, popular theme, and retirement status. Its relatively small size makes it appealing to a wide range of collectors. While the initial price point was reasonable, secondary market prices are already showing an upward trend, indicating strong demand. As a retired set from the Star Wars theme, it is likely to appreciate in value over time, especially if kept in sealed condition. However, the value is tied to the continued popularity of the Star Wars franchise, which introduces a level of risk.

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Compared to other Star Wars dioramas, the Death Star Trash Compactor offers a unique and compact display option. While sets like the Trench Run Diorama (75329-1) focus on action, this set captures a tense and memorable scene. For those seeking a larger Death Star experience, the Death Star (75159-1) offers more play features but comes at a significantly higher price.

6 Minifigures Included

Han Solo, Stormtrooper Disguise

4 parts

A-

Luke Skywalker, Stromtrooper Disguise, Dark Tan Hair

Astromech Droid, R2-D2, Dual Sided Printed Body

4 parts

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4 parts

B+

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 802
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 124 unique parts, 780 pieces
Minifigures: 6

The official piece count includes the 22 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.

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203pr0021 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 8× Black

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11458 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 3 x 3 Cross

Part #: 15397 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 7× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 4× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Support Round 2 x...

Part #: 19798 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 8× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 22889 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Black

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Arm with ...

Part #: 24014 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 8× Metallic Silver

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 24246 4× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 14× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 2× Reddish Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 25214 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 26047 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 4 Corner

Part #: 2639 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2653 12× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 26599 8× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 4× Black

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 27263 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 2730 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 28192 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Engine Cr...

Part #: 2853 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 3× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Tan

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 8× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 7× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 35× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Black

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 9× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 5× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Leg Mechanical - ...

Part #: 30362 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Torso Mechanical,...

Part #: 30375 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 30383 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 61× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 83× Trans-Brown

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 29× Dark Tan

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 35× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Black

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 4× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 3× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 16× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 4× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 6× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 3685 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3702 2× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear Rack...

Part #: 3743 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 14× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 9× Black

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 2 x 2 wit...

Part #: 41682 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 2 x 2 wit...

Part #: 41682 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Driving R...

Part #: 42195 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4510 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...

Part #: 4735 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge 1 x 2 Locki...

Part #: 51482 1× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 54657 1× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 54662 1× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 57360 4× Light Bluish Gray

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 1× Trans-Red

Weapon Gun / Blas...

Part #: 58247 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...

Part #: 6005 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 60481 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 6060 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 2 x 2...

Part #: 6134 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 21× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 6× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 1× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 2× Light Bluish Gray

Exhaust Pipe with...

Part #: 65571 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar, Angled with ...

Part #: 65578 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 24× Reddish Brown

Brick Round, Curv...

Part #: 67810 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Round, Half...

Part #: 68013 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 4× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 6 with '...

Part #: 69729pr0013 1× Black

Brick Curved, 3 x...

Part #: 70681 1× Light Bluish Gray

Flexible Hose 8.5...

Part #: 73590c03a 1× Black

Bar 2L with Stop ...

Part #: 78258 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 13× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 11× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 4 with '...

Part #: 87079pr0277 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 90258 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 14

Part #: 91988 4× Black

Plate 8 x 16

Part #: 92438 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 92947 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 8× Trans-Orange

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 98560 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 5× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 16× Dark Bluish Gray

The set features a high quantity of Dark Bluish Gray and Reddish Brown tiles, useful for creating textured surfaces and greebling in MOCs. The Trans-Brown tiles are also a nice touch for adding grime and detail.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Brown Tile 1 x 1 with Groove (83x) $8.30

Dark Bluish Gray Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (61x) $6.10

Reddish Brown Tile 1 x 6 with Groove (24x) $4.80

Metallic Silver Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (8x) $4.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$23.20

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the diorama into a larger Death Star section

🚢 Create a custom Star Destroyer interior scene

🤖 Build a custom Dianoga monster with more articulation

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

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Community Sentiment

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Mixed

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What the Community Says

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YouTube Reviews

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LEGO Star Wars 75339 DEATH STAR TRASH COMPACTOR Review! (2022)

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📖 Building Instructions 7

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Inventory Statistics

124

Unique Parts

802

Official Piece Count

780

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 22 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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