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Kylo Ren's Shuttle

Name: LEGO Kylo Ren's Shuttle 75256
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 75256
Rating: 4.79 (2703 reviews)

84 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20191,005 pcsHigh agreement · 91%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

2.7K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"Kylo Ren's Shuttle hits a Highly Recommended verdict with confidence: across 2,703 owner ratings (4.79 stars) and strong expert consensus, it stands as the definitive LEGO version of the Upsilon-class shuttle, combining a satisfying mechanical wing build with the best First Order minifigure assortment released in this scale."

Reviewers rate the 75256 Kylo Ren's Shuttle as one of the best sequel-trilogy LEGO Star Wars sets, praising its screen-accurate design, impressive size for the price, and an exceptional minifigure lineup headlined by the Knights of Ren. With a BrickScore of 83.7 and 4.79 out of 5 from 2,703 owners (92% recommend), the set earns strong agreement across both critic and buyer audiences. The consensus is that it meaningfully corrects the flaws of the earlier 2016 version and delivers on both display and playability fronts.

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LOVED (7)

01Highly screen-accurate design that corrects the inaccuracies of the prior 2015/2016 version
02Wing mechanics: engine knobs control the expansion and landing-position fold simultaneously
03Exceptional minifigure selection including Supreme Leader Kylo Ren, the Knights of Ren, General Pryde, and a Sith Trooper
04Larger-than-expected finished size (approx 16 inches tall, 20 inches wide)
05Sturdy construction praised by multiple reviewers, including one who dropped it without losing a piece
06Well-integrated spring shooters hidden inside the hull
07Deployable boarding ramp

CRITICIZED (6)

01Wings can lean or have difficulty holding a fixed position
02Spring shooters fire accidentally when handling the Technic beams
03Kylo Ren lacks a hair piece despite having a dual-expression face under the helmet
04Cape fabric described as rough and unpleasant
05Sorting all-black pieces during the build is challenging
06Interior has minimal floor space; cockpit fits only three figures and the ramp is too narrow for minifigs to walk on naturally

What reviewers are saying

"I think it's arguably the best-looking set of the new Lego Star Wars wave that's my opinion among the fans but I think this thing looks absolutely fantastic"

Solid Brix Studios

"75256 Kylo Ren's Shuttle looks marvellous though, incorporating several intricate details and representing an enormous improvement over earlier designs"

Brickset Reviews

"I like the overall look of it better from a distance on display it's more accurate than the old design"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

75104 Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle — 75256 represents an enormous improvement with better proportions, modernized color scheme closer to movie, improved trans-red windscreen instead of trans-clear, sleeker passenger section design, new wing deployment function (wings deploy outward after extending), and useful landing gear connection points. Both measure approximately 27cm with wings retracted. 75104 stands slightly taller with wings extended due to inaccurate flaps. However, 75256 is significantly cheaper than the 2015 model despite being the newer version.

75104 (2015 Kylo Ren's Shuttle) — The new 2019 version is better looking, more accurate, and has superior proportions and wing mechanism, but sacrifices interior cargo capacity and fuselage volume. The 2015 version could hold many more figures and had additional trunk space. If happy with the 2015 version, stick with it due to significant interior capacity downgrade in the new version. The new design is a forward movement overall despite trade-offs.

JANG's 2015 modified custom Kylo Ren's Shuttle (personal MOD) — Both attempted to improve upon Lego's original 2015 design by copying the source material more accurately. The new Lego version has better proportions and a superior wing mechanism, but uses similar visor/window construction. JANG's custom version had manual wing adjustment via pins, while the new Lego version features an automated mechanism. New design looks better on display but lacks the working wing range of the custom build.

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Consensus

BUY

Solid Brix Studios

Expert Video Source

"I think it's arguably the best-looking set of the new Lego Star Wars wave that's my opinion among the fans but I think this thing looks absolutely fantastic"

Key Pros

✓Black finish looks fantastic and best-looking set of the new Star Wars wave
✓Ingenious wing opening/closing mechanism (both motorized and manual)
✓Wings retract and fold exactly as depicted in films

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BUY

"75256 Kylo Ren's Shuttle looks marvellous though, incorporating several intricate details and representing an enormous improvement over earlier designs"

Key Pros

✓Enormous improvement over 2015 predecessor with better proportions and modernized color scheme
✓Outstanding minifigure selection with unique Knights of Ren and updated Kylo Ren
✓Spectacular display presence especially with wings deployed

Key Cons

✕Passenger module appears slightly too large in relation to wings
✕Four light bluish grey pieces visible beside roof should have been concealed or replaced with darker colors

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WAIT FOR SALE

"I like the overall look of it better from a distance on display it's more accurate than the old design"

Key Pros

✓Improved overall look and proportions compared to 2015 version
✓More accurate to source material design
✓Excellent working wing mechanism with smooth operation

Key Cons

✕Significantly reduced interior capacity (three figures maximum vs. many more in 2015 version)
✕No trunk space (replaced by wing mechanism)

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Value drivers

Solid Brix Studios: Sith trooper (first appearance) and exclusive Supreme Leader Kylo Ren variant with lightning-marked helmet

Brickset Reviews: Knights of Ren (unique mysterious characters not previously released), updated Kylo Ren, and Sith Trooper are primary minifigure value drivers

Exclusivity

Solid Brix Studios: LEGO exclusive Star Wars theme; contains five exclusive minifigures

Brickset Reviews: Not explicitly stated as exclusive; standard retail availability indicated.

Resale

Solid Brix Studios: Not explicitly stated, but the combination of exclusive minifigures and acclaimed design suggests strong aftermarket potential

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (6)

Supreme Leader Kylo Ren (Cape)

$36

Knight of Ren (Ushar)

$26

Knight of Ren (Ap'lek)

$26

General Pryde

$10

Sith Trooper - Episode 9

First Order Stormtrooper (Pointed Mouth Pattern)

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Sith Trooper new blaster and helmet variantValue
New molds and design for the first appearance of this troop type in LEGO Star Wars
Knights of Ren black hoodie with detailValue
New character-specific torso printing and design elements
Wing transformation mechanism
Intricate designer mechanism allowing twist-opening/closing and manual positioning of wings
Trans-red windscreen
Substantial improvement representing a major visual upgrade; trans-red color stands out against black armour and corresponds precisely with intimidating source material
Pearl silver 1x2 grille tiles
Situated along cockpit floor, lending mechanical detail and visual interest
Kylo Ren helmet (reassembled with red streaks)Value
Updated version featuring red streaks alongside existing metallic silver highlights; looks brilliant when compared with movie

What Owners Say

Most owners regard Kylo Ren's Shuttle as a visually stunning and satisfying build with a terrific minifigure lineup, but a meaningful minority flag serious stability and wing mechanism issues that undercut its playability.

COMMON PRAISE

+Ship design praised as highly accurate to the film with sleek black color scheme and red accents
+Folding wing mechanism called a major improvement over the previous 2015 version
+Minifigure selection including Knights of Ren and Kylo Ren described as exceptional by many reviewers
+Build experience described as enjoyable and challenging in a satisfying way, often completed over multiple sessions

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Wing mechanism reported as flimsy or prone to falling apart during play by multiple reviewers
−Limited interior space with room for only three figures felt like a design compromise
−Price criticized as too high relative to the 2015 version and other sets at similar piece counts
−Some buyers encountered missing or mispackaged parts, and at least one experienced the entire build crumbling repeatedly during assembly

screen-accurate designgreat minifigswing instabilityoverpriceddisplay piece

Buyer Ratings