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Set 10030 Imperial Star Destroyer
Ultimate Collector Series

Imperial Star Destroyer

Released in 2002, set 10030 was one of the earliest large Ultimate Collector Series models. Its 3,116 pieces recreate the wedge-shaped warship that opens A New Hope.

Set number
10030
Year
2002
Pieces
3,116
Minifigures
0
Theme
Ultimate Collector Series
Different parts
206
What can I build with it?

Parts list 206

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Spare parts (13)

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Description

A collector's view of an early UCS set

More than two decades on, 10030 is mainly of interest to collectors of the early Ultimate Collector Series. Many surviving copies have been rebuilt, stored loose or topped up with parts from other sets, so condition varies widely. If you are buying, ask for photos of the built model and check the parts list below carefully. If you already own one, this page gives you a structured way to confirm that everything is there before you rebuild it or put it on display.

Old grey versus new grey

The colour list shows light grey and dark grey rather than the bluish greys used in later sets. This model predates the switch to the newer shades introduced from 2004. Replacement parts in the modern colours fit perfectly well but look noticeably different next to the originals. For a consistent finish, search specifically for elements in the old colours. Black and blue complete the palette as the third and fourth main colours in the catalogue data.

The ship in the films

An Imperial Star Destroyer is the first large ship audiences see in A New Hope, chasing Princess Leia's blockade runner over Tatooine. The dagger-shaped hull and the tall command tower became visual shorthand for the Empire's power. The model concentrates on that silhouette rather than interior detail or play features, and it includes no minifigures. Even viewed from across a room, the triangular outline is unmistakable, which is exactly why the design has stayed so popular with builders and fans ever since the original film.

How the build feels

With 206 unique parts across 3,116 pieces, much of the work goes into large, angled surfaces that come together to form the wedge. Accuracy matters, as small misalignments show clearly on such broad panels. It suits builders who enjoy clean shapes more than intricate mechanisms. If the pieces end up back in a box, the What can I build? feature on this page shows which other sets you could assemble from a similar inventory.

FAQ

Why are the greys different from newer sets?
The set dates from 2002, before the bluish grey shades replaced the older greys. Its parts therefore use the original light grey and dark grey.
How many pieces does 10030 have?
It has 3,116 pieces made up of 206 unique parts.
What does the model depict?
It shows an Imperial Star Destroyer, the warship seen chasing the rebels at the start of A New Hope.

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