What starfighter does this set represent?

It's based on the Eta-2 Actis-class interceptor flown by Jedi pilots in the Star Wars prequel films, most famously by Anakin Skywalker.

How many pieces and minifigures does it include?

The set has 223 pieces across 80 distinct parts, plus 2 minifigures.

Is this a good starter set for younger Star Wars fans?

Yes, its compact size and straightforward build make it approachable for less experienced builders while still capturing the ship's distinctive shape.

Star Wars

Jedi Interceptor

The Jedi Interceptor (75038) recreates the Eta-2 Actis-class starfighter flown by Jedi pilots in the Star Wars prequel films. Released in 2014, the set packs 223 pieces, 80 distinct parts and 2 minifigures into a sleek, screen-accurate shape.

Set number: 75038
Year: 2014
Pieces: 223
Minifigures: 2
Theme: Star Wars
Different parts: 80

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 80

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (7)

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

Minifigures 2

Astromech Droid, R2-D2, Flat Silver Dome, Dark Blue Print with Red Dots fig-0024734 pieces × 1
Anakin Skywalker, Black Robe, Dark Brown Legs, Printed Headset fig-0040314 pieces × 1

Description

The shape behind the model

What makes the Jedi Interceptor instantly recognisable is its narrow fuselage, forward-swept wings and the small astromech droid socket mounted just behind the cockpit – all features borrowed directly from the starfighter as it appears on screen in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Translating that silhouette into bricks is a genuine design challenge with only a couple of hundred pieces to work with, since the hull has to stay slim while still leaving room for the wing hinges to fold and unfold. The 2014 set manages this with a compact, angular build that reads clearly as the film ship from almost any angle.

Piece count and part types

At 223 pieces built from 80 distinct elements, the set leans on wedge plates, angled slopes and hinge pieces to get the tapering nose and swept wings right rather than relying on a single oversized moulded part. That keeps the model buildable in a fairly short session while still capturing the fighter's proportions accurately. It's a good example of how a licensed Star Wars set can achieve a recognisable, screen-accurate shape without needing a huge part count, which also makes it approachable for less experienced builders.

Colour scheme

The colour palette sticks to light bluish grey for the main hull, a bright yellow for the trim that instantly marks this out as a Jedi starfighter, and black and dark bluish grey for the cockpit and mechanical details. Because the yellow accents are built into the actual bricks rather than applied as decoration, the finished model keeps its colours consistent from every angle, including underneath the wings. This scheme is also what makes the ship easy to identify at a glance next to other small Star Wars starfighters on a shelf.

Minifigures and play value

Two minifigures come with the set, giving the fighter a crew and turning it from a static display piece into something you can also play with, whether that's re-enacting a scene from the films or just flying the ship around. For collectors, the included figures are also a reason to pick this set up on top of the model itself, since minifigure line-ups vary between different Star Wars starfighter sets. The full parts list on this page breaks down exactly which pieces, colours and figures are included.

FAQ

What starfighter does this set represent?: It's based on the Eta-2 Actis-class interceptor flown by Jedi pilots in the Star Wars prequel films, most famously by Anakin Skywalker.
How many pieces and minifigures does it include?: The set has 223 pieces across 80 distinct parts, plus 2 minifigures.
Is this a good starter set for younger Star Wars fans?: Yes, its compact size and straightforward build make it approachable for less experienced builders while still capturing the ship's distinctive shape.

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