Why is this UCS set so small?

Early Ultimate Collector Series sets varied more in size than later ones. The catalogue lists 188 pieces for this model.

Which greys does the set use?

It uses the older dark grey and light grey, not the bluish greys introduced later.

Does it come with any minifigures?

No, there are no minifigures listed for this set.

Ultimate Collector Series

Naboo Starfighter

Set 10026 brought the Naboo starfighter from The Phantom Menace into the Ultimate Collector Series in 2002. At 188 pieces, it is one of the smallest models in the series.

Set number: 10026
Year: 2002
Pieces: 188
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Ultimate Collector Series
Different parts: 86

What can I build with it?

Parts list 86

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Spare parts (2)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

Starfighter 22 pieces by the platinum brick

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Description

The Phantom Menace's sleekest ship

The N-1 starfighter belongs to the Royal Naboo Security Forces, and its long yellow hull and slender engines make it one of the most elegant designs of the prequel era. Its big moment comes when young Anakin Skywalker, hiding in a cockpit, is carried into the space battle above Naboo and ends up destroying the droid control ship from the inside. It is a scene that many fans of the prequels remember fondly, and the ship's shape has stayed popular ever since.

Not every UCS set is huge

Today the Ultimate Collector Series is known for very large display models. In its early years, though, the line also included more compact builds, and this Naboo starfighter is a clear example with only 188 pieces. That gives it a curious status among collectors: officially part of the premium series, yet small enough to sit on a desk. There are no minifigures, so the focus is entirely on the model itself as a display piece.

Yellow with the old greys

Yellow is the defining colour, backed by black, dark grey and light grey. These greys are the original shades that were later replaced by bluish versions, so if you complete a used copy with newer parts, the difference will show. The set uses 86 unique elements, a high share for its size, which reflects how much shaping goes into the narrow fuselage. The parts list on this page shows each element with its colour, making it easier to source the correct shades.

Putting yellow to use

Yellow is relatively rare in Star Wars sets, so the parts from this model can be a welcome addition if you design your own ships or vehicles. The What can I build? feature on this page compares your collection with other sets and shows how close you are to completing each one, together with a list of missing elements. That is useful whether you want to rebuild classic sets from the same period or find a new project for these bricks.

FAQ

Why is this UCS set so small?: Early Ultimate Collector Series sets varied more in size than later ones. The catalogue lists 188 pieces for this model.
Which greys does the set use?: It uses the older dark grey and light grey, not the bluish greys introduced later.
Does it come with any minifigures?: No, there are no minifigures listed for this set.

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