How many pieces and minifigures does the T-16 Skyhopper include?

Set 75081 consists of 247 pieces and includes 2 minifigures.

What is the T-16 Skyhopper in the Star Wars universe?

It is a civilian glider vehicle, flown among others by Luke Skywalker through the canyons of Tatooine.

What colours define the model?

Mainly light and dark bluish grey along with white and black. The full parts list with all colours is on this page.

Star Wars

T-16 Skyhopper

The T-16 Skyhopper is the small skimmer Luke Skywalker flies over the canyons and desert flats of Tatooine before the events of the original trilogy. Set 75081 from 2015 recreates this vehicle with 247 pieces and 2 minifigures.

Set number: 75081
Year: 2015
Pieces: 247
Minifigures: 2
Theme: Star Wars
Different parts: 99

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 99

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 (9)

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

Minifigures 2

Tusken Raider, Head Spikes, Crossed Shoulder Belts fig-0040933 pieces × 1
T-16 Skyhopper Pilot, Dark Red Outfit fig-0040944 pieces × 1

Description

An everyday vehicle from Tatooine

Unlike large combat craft, the T-16 Skyhopper is more of a civilian vehicle, used by young people on Tatooine for fun or small errands through the canyons. LEGO recreates its slim, slightly futuristic shape, complete with a distinctive cockpit and side-mounted engines, giving the model a clear silhouette despite its compact size. The understated, civilian design sets the Skyhopper apart from the more aggressive vehicles flown by the Empire or the Rebel Alliance. For fans of the original trilogy, it remains a familiar piece of the Tatooine setting all the same.

Two minifigures for the desert world

The set includes 2 minifigures who fit into Tatooine's rural setting and add role-play value around the small vehicle. That makes it possible to recreate an everyday desert-planet scene alongside the flying itself, whether at a landing spot or near a moisture farm. The figures come with their own printed detailing and gear, matching the grounded atmosphere of the original trilogy. That keeps the set narratively varied despite its small size.

Colours and variety of parts

The colour scheme leans on light and dark bluish grey alongside white and black, a combination typical of civilian vehicles in the Star Wars universe and one that gives the model a technical rather than military look. With 99 different parts across 247 pieces, the set is pleasantly varied for its size. The exact parts and colours used are shown in the full parts list on this page, useful for anyone after specific grey tones. That makes the set a handy source of parts for custom vehicle creations too.

Who the Skyhopper suits

The T-16 Skyhopper suits fans of the original trilogy and anyone wanting a compact, civilian vehicle to display alongside larger Star Wars sets. The modest piece count keeps the model approachable for younger builders, while the grey and white parts combine well with other Tatooine-themed sets. Since it needs no unusual specialised pieces, the set also works as a starting point for small custom gliders. Overall, it remains an understated but characterful vehicle model.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures does the T-16 Skyhopper include?: Set 75081 consists of 247 pieces and includes 2 minifigures.
What is the T-16 Skyhopper in the Star Wars universe?: It is a civilian glider vehicle, flown among others by Luke Skywalker through the canyons of Tatooine.
What colours define the model?: Mainly light and dark bluish grey along with white and black. The full parts list with all colours is on this page.