TIE Fighter

Description

Small ship, big reputation

Few spacecraft are as closely tied to the look of Star Wars as the TIE fighter. From the escape from the Death Star in A New Hope to the Battle of Endor in Return of the Jedi, they pour out of hangars in large numbers and harass the heroes at every turn. Individually they are fragile, lacking shields, but they rarely fight alone. That reputation as the Empire's expendable workhorse is exactly what a small model like this one plays on.

Seven elements, twelve pieces

More than half of the 12 pieces are unique elements, seven in total. That ratio keeps a very short build from feeling repetitive, as most steps add a different shape. It also helps the finished model read clearly as a TIE despite its size. For younger builders it is an approachable introduction to Star Wars sets, while collectors may value it as a compact addition that fits almost anywhere on a crowded shelf or desk.

Imperial colours

Black, dark bluish grey and trans-clear are listed as the main colours, a restrained palette in keeping with the Empire's grey and black fleet. The transparent parts are the only departure from the darker tones. If you keep your bricks sorted by colour, almost everything here belongs with the dark shades. The parts list on this page shows exactly which elements come in which colour and how many of each you should expect to find in a complete copy.

Telling the minis apart

The catalogue contains several small TIE fighters from different years, so the code TIEFIGHTER and the year 2014 are the easiest way to identify this particular model. Comparing colours helps too, since other versions use different palettes. Check a used copy against the parts list before buying, then use What can I build? to see which other sets your collection could already complete, or which are only a handful of parts away.

FAQ

Which films feature TIE fighters?

They appear throughout the original trilogy, starting with A New Hope, and in many later films and series.

Does this TIE fighter come with a pilot?

No. The set consists of 12 pieces and no minifigures.

How can I tell it apart from other mini TIE fighters?

Use the catalogue code TIEFIGHTER, the year 2014 and the colour mix of black, dark bluish grey and trans-clear.