Imperial Shuttle

Description

A ship from the classic trilogy

The Lambda-class shuttle, known as an Imperial transport in the original trilogy, is one of the most recognisable ships in classic Star Wars. Its three wings, with the two outer ones folding upward for landing, make it instantly identifiable even in miniature form. Set 30388 condenses that complex shape into 85 pieces without losing the silhouette – a good example of how much recognisability fits into a compact LEGO Star Wars model. Darth Vader himself flew a version of this shuttle on screen, which is part of why the shape remains so familiar to fans.

Small part count, clear shape

With 37 unique parts out of 85 pieces total, the build stays manageable, making this a pleasant entry point into Star Wars models. The limited part count forces a distilled but accurate take on the shuttle's form, with the wings and hull taking priority over unnecessary detailing. For collectors building out a Star Wars shelf, it's a compact model that sits comfortably next to larger ships. That keeps the build approachable for newcomers too, without fiddly intermediate steps getting in the way of the fun.

White, grey and clear windows

The white and light bluish grey colour scheme matches the classic Imperial livery, while trans-yellow and trans-light blue pieces form the cockpit windows. That mix of solid and transparent parts is broken down in detail in the parts list on this page, useful for anyone hunting for specific colours or window pieces for their own spacecraft builds. The contrast between the light-coloured panels and the transparent window elements gives the small model extra visual depth.

A shelf-friendly display piece

Thanks to its compact size, the Imperial Shuttle displays well alongside other small Star Wars models without taking up much room. For collectors after specific bricks, or anyone using the set as a starting point for a larger custom spaceship, the full parts list on this page covers colours and quantities in detail. It also works well as an addition to a larger Star Wars collection, without needing much extra shelf space.

FAQ

Which ship does set 30388 recreate?

It's a compact version of the Lambda-class shuttle, the Imperial transport known from the classic Star Wars trilogy.

How many pieces does the Imperial Shuttle 30388 have?

The set includes 85 pieces across 37 unique parts.

Does the set come with minifigures?

No, this set has no minifigures; it focuses entirely on the shuttle model itself.