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First Order Transporter

Name: LEGO First Order Transporter 75103
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 75103
Rating: 4.71 (308 reviews)

82 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2015792 pcsHigh agreement · 92%

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Owner ratings

308

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The First Order Transporter consistently overdelivers on playability relative to its modest visual ambitions, earning a BrickScore of 82.1 and a 100 percent owner recommendation rate on LEGO's platform, with Captain Phasma and the two-faction minifigure roster turning what looks like a forgettable vehicle into one of the best play sets in the Force Awakens wave."

The First Order Transporter earns its Highly Recommended BrickScore of 82.1 through strong owner enthusiasm and a minifigure lineup that multiple reviewers describe as the set's defining selling point. With 308 ratings averaging 4.71 out of 5 and a remarkable 100 percent would-recommend rate on LEGO's platform, the transporter is one of the most warmly received Force Awakens sets, valued primarily for its seven minifigures including the exclusive Captain Phasma and the WWII landing craft-inspired play features. Critics note the ship itself reads a bit stubby compared to the on-screen version and lacks a dedicated pilot figure.

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LOVED (9)

01Seven minifigures spanning two factions, including the exclusive Captain Phasma
02First Order Flametrooper figures with distinctive helmet mold and crisp printing
03WWII landing craft-inspired design with functional drop ramp
04Removable top section providing full access to the troop compartment
05Turn-knob mechanism that raises a gunner and opens a top hatch
06Transparent wheels on the undercarriage allowing smooth movement on flat surfaces
07Stud and missile shooters integrated cleanly into the design
08Reviewers note the play features as the best among the initial Force Awakens wave
09Strong custom modification potential, with multiple reviewers expanding the set's scale

CRITICIZED (6)

01No dedicated pilot figure included, leaving the cockpit station without an occupant
02Roof of the troop compartment detaches too easily for swooshing
03Ship reads shorter and stubbier than its on-screen counterpart
04Sticker use, though not excessive, noted as a minor negative
05Exposed Technic studs visible on the underside
06Original retail price considered slightly high by some reviewers

What reviewers are saying

"75103 First Order Transporter was by far my most anticipated set of the new range"

Brickset Reviews

"this is a really cool set to get multiples of"

Solid Brix Studios

"this is not interesting to look at however it's not supposed to be it's just a transport it's supposed to be like the most basic form of boat like a landing craft"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

7679 Republic Fighter Tank — The pop-up trooper feature on 75103 is reminiscent of the Republic Fighter Tank from 2008

75100 First Order Snowspeeder — Both sets feature black and white colour scheme of First Order armaments and similar design philosophy

75104 Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle — When judging Australian pricing, 75103 offers better value than 75104 in similar price range

75094 Imperial Shuttle Tydirium — 75103 is stronger than this similarly priced set

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Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

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BUY

"75103 First Order Transporter was by far my most anticipated set of the new range"

Key Pros

✓Exceptional minifigure variety and detail with Captain Phasma, three types of First Order troops, and Resistance soldiers
✓Huge amount of play features: moving ramp, pop-up turret, firing missiles, rolling wheels, adjustable engine flaps
✓Excellent detail and greebling on exterior, particularly radiators and repulsorlift generators

Key Cons

✕Considerable wasted space beneath the cockpit - could have housed weapon storage or computer console
✕Black windscreen instead of translucent (mitigated by sticker)

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BUY

"this is a really cool set to get multiples of"

Key Pros

✓Excellent minifigure selection, especially First Order Stormtroopers and Captain Phasma
✓Iconic troop-transport design that nails the D-Day landing craft aesthetic
✓Deployable door mechanism works perfectly and looks cool

Key Cons

✕Troop-platform/door cover comes off too easily; can accidentally drop when gripping
✕Poor handling/gripping points; must hold from sides or bottom to avoid drops

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WAIT FOR SALE

"this is not interesting to look at however it's not supposed to be it's just a transport it's supposed to be like the most basic form of boat like a landing craft"

Key Pros

✓Excellent execution of an inherently mundane subject
✓Extensive variety of building techniques and styles
✓Multiple interactive features (turret rotation, motorized lift, dropping ramp, etc.)

Key Cons

✕High piece count for the overall size
✕Expensive relative to physical size and aesthetic appeal

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: Captain Phasma is the primary collectibility driver as female leader character with unique armour, striking appearance, and status as intriguing character from film.

Solid Brix Studios: Captain Phasma (exclusive to this set in non-Chrome form, with mysterious all-black head). First Order Stormtroopers (initially scarce, iconic). Flame Troopers (likely exclusive or slow to re-release).

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Captain Phasma is exclusive to this set. First Order Stormtroopers currently exclusive but will appear in planned battle pack later in 2015. First Order Flametroopers and specific Resistance Soldier variants add collectibility.

Solid Brix Studios: Multiple minifigure exclusives; wide retail (Force Friday release).

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Strong aftermarket potential, particularly driven by Captain Phasma minifigure and exclusive variant First Order troops. Set has already been reduced on Amazon suggesting further reductions likely in future.

Solid Brix Studios: Reviewer plans to buy two copies already and considering a third, suggesting confidence in collectibility. Not explicitly stated for resale, but exclusive minifigs and Phasma drive value.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (5)

Captain Phasma

$47

Resistance Soldier

First Order Flametrooper

Resistance Soldier

First Order Stormtrooper (Rounded Mouth Pattern)

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Captain Phasma's ragged-edge cape with red stripeValue
Brand new cape design, unique to this minifigure, designed to match the film exactly
Updated First Order Stormtrooper helmet mouldValue
New mould representing the redesigned helmet from The Force Awakens
Light bluish grey wheel elements
Used as thrusters/repulsorlift generators, representing excellent greebling technique
Blaster rifle in gunmetal
First appearance of this colour variant for the standard blaster weapon
Captain Phasma's Chrome-colored blasterValue
New color never seen before in Lego Star Wars.
Flame Trooper helmetValue
New mold; similar to Snowtrooper helmet but without the rear capping piece.

What Owners Say

Owners overwhelmingly love the First Order Transporter for its impressive minifigure lineup, clever play features, and satisfying WWII landing-craft-inspired build, with only minor gripes about the ship's scale and Captain Phasma's missing face print.

COMMON PRAISE

+Seven minifigures including Captain Phasma, Flametroopers, and Resistance troops praised as a standout value
+Clever mechanisms including the cam-operated ramp, gunner's rising seat, and hidden wheels for hover effect
+Enjoyable and surprisingly detailed build with well-integrated Technic pieces
+High playability with room for up to 12 figures inside and multiple accessible features

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Ship feels too short compared to the movie version, prompting many owners to modify or extend it
−Captain Phasma lacks a face print on her helmet, disappointing fans of the character
−A few owners wished for one or two additional Stormtroopers and a dedicated gunner figure

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Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.7

240 reviews

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