Welcome to The Brick Stand’s weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets! This week, we’re diving into the world of Star Wars with the iconic set, Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive. Known by its product number 75191, this set was part of the Star Wars theme and officially retired in 2019. Join us as we take a closer look at this beloved set, from its impressive design to its play features that made it a favorite among LEGO and Star Wars fans alike.
Brick-by-Brick: Unveiling the Legendary Star Wars Set
The Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive set is a Star Wars-themed LEGO set that consists of 4124 pieces. This detailed brick recreation of the ship from Star Wars: Attack of the Clones features an opening minifigure cockpit, space for the R4-P17 Astromech droid top section, and 2 stud shooters. The large hyperdrive includes 2 spring-loaded shooters, big engines, and a grab handle for enhanced play. The set also includes 3 minifigures: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jango Fett, and young Boba Fett with mini legs, along with an R4-P17 Astromech droid figure. The Jedi Starfighter measures over 3” (8cm) high, 11” (28cm) long, and 4” (12cm) wide, while the hyperdrive with the docked Jedi Starfighter measures over 10” (27cm) high, 11” (28cm) long, and 12” (32cm) wide. The set is designed to relive exciting scenes in space from Star Wars: Attack of the Clones and was first available on June 1, 2017. The price for the set was £89.99 / 109.99 € / $99.99 US / $129.99 CAD.
Historical Charm
The Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive set holds a significant place in LEGO history as one of the prominent Star Wars themed sets. Praised for its unique design and rare colors, this set was initially released to mixed reviews. Despite some concerns about design and pricing, it garnered attention for its playability features and minifigure selection, particularly the inclusion of characters like Jango Fett and a young Boba Fett. While the set received a fair amount of criticism upon its release, it has gained popularity among Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) due to its distinctiveness and collectible value.
Fan Buzz
The reviews for the Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive set are varied, offering insight into the set’s design, playability, and value for money. According to Seiler_Family, “My 7 yr old had few issues with the build aside from reversing a few pieces from the hyperdrive. The starship lacks left and right wing legs like you see in Episode II and also mounts to the hyperdrive from above not below.” The playability aspect was highlighted by VenatorBricks, who mentioned that “Taking the starfighter out of the hyperdrive ring is a lot easier than the 2007 model…It also has spring-loaded shooters, which I am not a huge fan of.” However, brick006 expressed dissatisfaction, stating that “The inclusion of the Hyperdrive Ring and some good looking minifigures finally compelled me to buy a set of this ship…However, there are technic axles that go through the middle of Hyperdrive engines. Well to be technical, they are just barely long enough. Honestly that’s unacceptable.” Ultimately, gorf43 offered a positive viewpoint, highlighting the set’s unique design and colors, despite experiencing a broken piece. He concluded, “You’re adding a unique, colorful set to your collection and an awesome minifig as well…This set is somewhat playable, but definitely looks great on display. I give the overall set a 10/10.” The reviews reflect a range of perspectives on the set’s features and quality, providing valuable feedback for potential buyers.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive Reviews
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In this week’s retired set spotlight, we delved into the iconic “Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdrive” set, product number 75191, from the revered Star Wars theme. Although it retired on various dates in 2018 and 2019, its popularity continues to endure among LEGO and Star Wars enthusiasts. Be sure to check back in next week as we uncover another gem from the world of retired LEGO sets.
