Welcome to this week’s spotlight on a previously retired LEGO set. This week, we’re diving into the world of Star Wars with the Armored Assault Tank (AAT) set, product number 75283. The AAT set was part of the Star Wars theme and was retired on various dates in 2022. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore the details of this iconic set.
Unveiling the Blockbuster: LEGO Star Wars Armored Assault Tank (AAT)
The LEGO Star Wars Armored Assault Tank (AAT) building set (75283) was released in 2020 and features 4124 pieces. It includes two LEGO Star Wars minifigures – Ahsoka Tano and Ahsoka’s Clone Trooper – AAT Driver Battle Droid and Battle Droid LEGO figures, along with assorted weapons to inspire role play. The AAT has realistic details such as opening hatches with space for the Battle Droids, 2 spring-loaded shooters, and a rotating turret with an elevating cannon. This set offers fans the opportunity to recreate thrilling 501st Legion vs. Battle Droid conflicts from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The designer behind this set ensured that it offers a fun, rewarding building challenge for kids aged 7+ and combines brilliantly with other LEGO Star Wars sets for extended creative play.
Legacy Spotlight: Blast from the Past
The Armored Assault Tank (AAT) set holds significant historical relevance as it stands as one of the iconic LEGO Star Wars vehicle sets from the Clone Wars TV show. While the model of the AAT has been described as flawed, it captures the essence of the vehicle and scales well with other sets of similar themes. The minifigures included in the set, particularly the 332nd Trooper and Ahsoka, have been a highlight and have been highly regarded. The set has received mixed reviews for its pricing and accuracy in design, with concerns regarding the scale and the value for money, which has resulted in varied opinions on its overall standing among LEGO Star Wars fans. Despite its flaws, the AAT set remains a standout model, especially for collectors and fans of the Star Wars theme.
The Buzz on the AAT: Fan Reactions
The Armored Assault Tank (AAT) set has garnered a range of reviews. The reviewers have highlighted various aspects of the set. Automaton120 feels that the AAT has improved in terms of shape and parts usage compared to previous versions. They appreciated the minifigures, especially Ahsoka and the clone, but voiced that the set could have included more clones for the price (Automaton120). TheBrickDudeStudios has mixed feelings. They laud the minifigures, particularly Ahsoka and the 332nd trooper, but express dissatisfaction with the AAT’s accuracy, especially the cannon size and the hollowness of the rear side (TheBrickDudeStudios). Struhadlo has a somewhat guilty pleasure sentiment towards the set. They believe the pricing is not justified but appreciates the minifigure selection and building experience while highlighting some inaccuracies in the models (Struhadlo). Lobo_da_boss_ has significantly modified the AAT set, expressing contentment with the modified version despite its inaccuracies in the default form (Lobo_da_boss_). CaptainKindling expresses contentment with the set’s playability and minifigures but finds the pricing a bit steep (CaptainKindling). CubicWolf appreciates the minifigures and playability of the set but feels the model could have been larger and the price slightly lower (CubicWolf). legostarwarsperson highlights the appeal of the minifigures but expresses that the set is overpriced, suggesting a reduced price or additional minifigures would enhance its value (legostarwarsperson). Scott1 emphasizes the superior quality of the minifigures compared to the AAT and describes the tank as a lackluster build, recommending it largely for adult buyers who desire the minifigures alone (Scott1). Lastly, Hanon points out the flaws in the AAT’s design while also acknowledging the positive aspects of the set and expressing perplexity with certain decisions made in the set’s composition (Hanon).
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Armored Assault Tank (AAT) Reviews
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In this week’s spotlight, we delved into the legendary history of the retired LEGO set, the Armored Assault Tank (AAT) from the Star Wars theme. With its official retirement on July 18, 2022, this set has held a special place in the hearts of fans and collectors alike. Be sure to check back next week as we unveil another iconic retired set in our weekly series.
