How many pieces are in the Separatist Shuttle?

Separatist Shuttle contains 259 pieces.

What age is the Separatist Shuttle recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7-12.

When was the Separatist Shuttle released?

Separatist Shuttle was released in 2009.

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No. 8036

Star Wars

Separatist Shuttle

The Separatist Shuttle is a fascinating slice of Clone Wars history for dedicated fans.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jun 2009 to Dec 2010

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger builders and nostalgic fans of early Clone Wars sets
Build: 259 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Affordable Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating

Fans universally praise the incredible minifigure selection featuring Nute Gunray and Onaconda Farr, though some critics note the ship build itself is a bit blocky and basic.

📝 Our Take

The Separatist Shuttle is a fascinating slice of Clone Wars history for dedicated fans. Released back in 2009 during the golden age of early animated series sets, this sleek vessel lets you recreate galactic diplomacy and Trade Federation scheming right on your shelf.

This set is perfect for Clone Wars completionists and retro Star Wars collectors. While the 259-piece build is on the simpler side, the real draw here is the standout character lineup that you won't easily find elsewhere.

Skip this if you are looking for complex building techniques or modern design standards. The blocky aesthetics of 2009 might feel dated compared to newer releases, and finding a complete set on the aftermarket can be tricky since price trends are currently unknown.

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🧱 Building Experience

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259

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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7-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Compact build featuring movable landing gear for easy play
Opening cockpit to seat the Droid pilot
Sliding passenger compartment hatch to load up Nute Gunray
Quick and straightforward construction suited for quick display

📖 About This Set

The Separatist shuttle transports Nute Gunray to conquer, loot and battle on planets all across the galaxy! With a droid pilot and two battle droid bodyguards to carry out his orders, the Viceroy of the Trade Federation plans to recruit Onaconda Farr to the Separatist side -- whether the Rodian senator likes it or not! Shuttle features movable landing gear, opening cockpit and sliding passenger compartment hatch. Includes Nute Gunray, Battle Droid Pilot, 2 Battle Droids and Onaconda Farr minifigures. Includes 5 minifigures: Viceroy Nute Gunray, Onaconda Farr, Droid Pilot, and 2 Battle Droids! Features opening cockpit and retractable landing gear! Turn the knob to open the back hatch and hide Nute Gunray inside! Shuttle measures 7" (18cm) long by 3" wide (8cm) by 7" (18cm) tall

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Compared to standard Republic or Separatist battle packs of its era, this set offers a named vehicle with a strong character focus. While battle packs like the 8014 Clone Walker Battle Pack focused on army building, the Separatist Shuttle leans entirely into the political side of the Clone Wars, making it a unique companion to sets featuring Chancellor Palpatine or Jedi diplomats.

5 Minifigures Included

Battle Droid, One Bent Arm, One Straight Arm

2x included

Nute Gunray, Dark Red Robe

4 parts

Onaconda Farr

3 parts

Battle Droid Pilot, Blue Torso, Two Bent Arms

5 parts

The minifigure lineup is the absolute star of this set, featuring the exclusive Onaconda Farr and Nute Gunray in his distinctive dark red robe, alongside standard battle droids.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 259
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 81 unique parts, 237 pieces
Minifigures: 5

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.

The parts inventory features a handy selection of dark blue plates and tiles alongside standard light bluish gray structural bricks, offering decent utility for small MOC builders.

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos

3.2/5

Mixed

10% positive

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Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.2/5

Mixed

10% positive

Positive: 1
Mixed: 9
Critical: 0

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What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

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Building Instructions

1 booklet, as PDF

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Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

83 Unique Parts

259 Official Piece Count

237 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

5 Minifigures

7 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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