Is 7191 one of the first Ultimate Collector Series sets?

Yes. It was released in 2000, right at the start of the series.

Can I replace missing parts with modern grey pieces?

You can, but modern light bluish grey looks noticeably different from the original light grey. For a consistent finish, look for parts in the old shades.

How many minifigures are included?

One minifigure is included alongside the 1,304 pieces.

Ultimate Collector Series

X-wing Fighter

Luke Skywalker's X-wing is the starfighter that destroys the first Death Star at the climax of A New Hope. This version, set 7191 from 2000, is one of the earliest Ultimate Collector Series models and uses 1,304 pieces.

Set number: 7191
Year: 2000
Pieces: 1,304
Minifigures: 1
Theme: Ultimate Collector Series
Different parts: 290

What can I build with it?

Parts list 290

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (8)

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

Minifigures 1

Astromech Droid, R2-D2, White Dome, 30361a Body fig-0035084 pieces × 1

Description

Why the year matters

Released in 2000, the X-wing belongs to the first wave of the Ultimate Collector Series, the line of large, detailed models aimed at adult fans and display shelves. That age shapes almost everything about owning one today. Copies are almost always second-hand, boxes and instructions vary in condition, and completeness is the main question when you buy. The parts list on this page lets you check an inventory element by element, which is far quicker than working through old instruction booklets page by page.

Classic light and dark grey

The colour list reads light grey, white, dark grey and black. Those are the older greys that LEGO® replaced with bluish versions a few years later, so this model has a slightly warmer tone than modern sets. It matters if you need replacements: a new light bluish grey plate will stand out against the original hull. When filling gaps, look for parts in the original shades, and use the colour details in the inventory below to be sure you are ordering the right ones.

A varied inventory

With 290 unique part types across 1,304 pieces, the X-wing uses a notably broad mix of elements for its size. That variety tends to make the build feel less repetitive, as you move between different sub-assemblies rather than repeating the same step dozens of times. It also makes a dismantled copy attractive as a parts source, especially if you like working in the classic greys. The ‘What can I build?’ tool shows which other sets your collection could cover once these parts are included.

One pilot, one ship

There is a single minifigure in the set, which underlines that the model is about the fighter rather than play scenes. Its long nose and four wings, which on screen split into the famous X for attack, give it a strong silhouette from almost any angle. On a shelf it sits comfortably next to other Rebel ships from the original trilogy, and it remains a recognisable piece of early Star Wars collecting.

FAQ

Is 7191 one of the first Ultimate Collector Series sets?: Yes. It was released in 2000, right at the start of the series.
Can I replace missing parts with modern grey pieces?: You can, but modern light bluish grey looks noticeably different from the original light grey. For a consistent finish, look for parts in the old shades.
How many minifigures are included?: One minifigure is included alongside the 1,304 pieces.