Mini X-Wing

Description

Fifteen elements, twenty-seven pieces

Numbers first: the catalogue lists 15 distinct elements across 27 pieces. For a ship with four matching wings you might expect more repetition, so this is a slightly more intricate build than its size suggests. It will still only take a few minutes, but some steps deserve a second look. There are no minifigures, which is typical for micro-scale starfighters, where a figure would dwarf the ship. The finished model sits comfortably on a desk or shelf.

Red Squadron colours

White, light bluish grey, dark bluish grey and red are the main colours listed. That is the scheme most people associate with the X-wing: the Rebel fighters of Red Squadron in A New Hope, with red markings on pale hulls. Red is the only strong colour in the mix. For builders, that makes a useful combination of parts. White and grey slot into almost any spacecraft, while the red pieces are handy for stripes and small details in your own designs.

The trench run and beyond

The X-wing is where the heroes of the original trilogy prove themselves. Launching from the Rebel base on Yavin 4, Luke Skywalker flies it down the Death Star trench and fires the torpedoes that destroy the station. The fighter returns in The Empire Strikes Back, carrying Luke to Dagobah, and again at the Battle of Endor in Return of the Jedi. Few designs say Star Wars quite so clearly, which is why it is modelled at every scale.

Checking your copy

The parts list on this page gives all 15 elements with colours and quantities. You can use it to rebuild the Mini X-Wing from loose bricks or to verify a second-hand copy before you buy. If your collection is saved in Bricoria, What can I build? will point out which sets you already have the parts for. A few small Rebel fighters side by side make an attractive display without needing much shelf space.

FAQ

Which film is this X-wing's colour scheme from?

White with red markings matches the Red Squadron fighters from A New Hope, the classic look of the Rebel X-wing.

How many distinct elements are in CELEB2015XW-1?

There are 15 distinct elements among the 27 pieces.

Is it suitable for young builders?

Yes, the build is short. A few steps need care because more than half the parts are unique.