Landspeeder

Description

The everyday vehicle of the desert

In A New Hope, Luke Skywalker's landspeeder carries him, Obi-Wan Kenobi and the droids across the desert to Mos Eisley, where he sells it to help pay for their passage off the planet. That short journey made the open-topped speeder one of the most familiar vehicles in the saga. Landspeeders have no wheels; they float just above the ground on repulsorlifts. The set's short name does not specify which speeder it depicts, but the type as a whole is closely tied to life on desert worlds.

Warm colours for a change

Most small Star Wars kits live in a world of grey, black and white. This one is different: dark red, flat silver, dark bluish grey and dark tan make up its main colours. The earthy tones sit naturally alongside desert scenery, and flat silver is a metallic shade that many collections hold only in small amounts. Dark red and dark tan are handy for rock work, buildings and older vehicles, so the set contributes useful pieces if you build landscapes or town scenes.

Build and play

With 37 pieces in 18 distinct parts and no minifigure, the build is short and straightforward. Each element appears about twice on average, which keeps the instructions simple for younger builders. A landspeeder is also a good vehicle to play with rather than only display; add a figure from your own collection and it is ready to cruise across a table or a sandy baseplate. For adults, it is a quick build that adds a splash of Tatooine to a shelf of starships.

Keeping it complete

Loose copies of small sets often lose a piece or two over the years. The inventory on this page lists all 18 distinct parts with colour and quantity, so you can check a copy quickly and track down replacements if needed. If your collection is saved on this site, the ‘What can I build?’ tool also shows which other sets you could already put together with the bricks you own, which can turn a box of mixed parts into several finished models.

FAQ

What is a landspeeder?

A landspeeder is a hover vehicle that floats just above the ground. The best-known example belongs to Luke Skywalker in A New Hope.

Does 911608 include a minifigure?

No, the catalogue lists no minifigures for this set.

How many distinct parts does the set contain?

It contains 18 distinct parts across its 37 pieces.