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R2-D2

Name: LEGO R2-D2 10225
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 10225
Rating: 4.85 (128 reviews)

84 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20122,127 pcsHigh agreement · 92%

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Highly Recommended

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LOVED (8)

01Sturdy construction; has lasted 9 years without issues
02Better extending arms function using technic pin mechanism
03Larger plaque as UCS-classified set

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CRITICIZED (8)

01More complex third leg deployment (3-4 step process)
02Blockier, less refined aesthetics compared to 2021 version
03Head is simple 360-degree rotation with no additional functions

+5 more with Collector

Build Facts what critics report

🧩 Difficulty

advanced

🎯 Audience

collectors

📐 Size

Similar scale to the 2021 version

In Their Words most-used terms across every critic review

thirdpanelsshoulddetailiconicbothdisplayfeaturesexcellentopeningheadstrongbodycouldperhapslittlebettermechanism

What reviewers are saying

"I have to say, there's incredible attention to detail in the design of this set. The characteristic blue transverse panels, the ovoid vents, the circular doodah at the centre-bottom are all realised beautifully in the un…"

EuroBricks

"if you didn't get the 2012 r2d2 and you're looking at this new r2d2 just just get it don't pretend this one didn't exist this one in every way is a better model"

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Ecosystem

Motorised AT-AT — The reviewer notes this is the only other Star Wars set their sister (a non-LEGO fan but Star Wars fan) showed interest in, suggesting these sets appeal to a similar audience of casual Star Wars fans looking for impressive display pieces

Previous UCS sets — Represents a welcome change from massive ships that have dominated recent UCS offerings, returning to the tradition of Star Wars sculptures from the early UCS days

75308 80 — The 2021 R2-D2 is superior in almost every way: better design, easier third leg deployment, additional head functions (periscope, lightsaber), better parts usage. The only advantage of the 2012 version is the extending arms mechanism, which is slightly more elegant. Even for existing owners of the 2012 version, upgrading to the 2021 version is recommended and worth the investment.

Star WarsInvestment Grade

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Key Pros

✓Incredible attention to detail in recreating the iconic droid
✓Beautiful sculpture that works both as display and playable model
✓Fascinating and interesting build with minimal repetition

Key Cons

✕Body could perhaps be a brick wider at either side; a little skinny
✕Should have six blue dome panels rather than the current arrangement

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"if you didn't get the 2012 r2d2 and you're looking at this new r2d2 just just get it don't pretend this one didn't exist this one in every way is a better model"

Key Pros

✓Sturdy construction; has lasted 9 years without issues
✓Better extending arms function using technic pin mechanism
✓Larger plaque as UCS-classified set

Key Cons

✕More complex third leg deployment (3-4 step process)
✕Blockier, less refined aesthetics compared to 2021 version

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (1)

Astromech Droid, R2-D2, Light Bluish Gray Head

Standout parts (per reviewers)

1x2x3 panels in Earth Blue
New here in Earth Blue
Flexible 12L hose parts in Reddish Brown
New to this set in Reddish Brown - described as the star attraction and highlight of the set parts-wise
Wheelarch pieces with SNOT-work technique
Used creatively to form R2's front vents with ingenious SNOT-work construction

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