Imperial Dropship – 20th Anniversary Edition

Name: LEGO Imperial Dropship – 20th Anniversary Edition 75262
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 75262
Rating: 4.79 (1809 reviews)

73 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB2019125 pcsHigh agreement · 94%

Expert reviews

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Owner ratings

1.8K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Imperial Dropship 20th Anniversary Edition earns a BrickScore of 72.5 as a solid but overpriced battle pack. The dual-molded trooper upgrades and the anniversary Han Solo are genuinely appealing additions, but the $19.99 price tag consistently drew criticism from reviewers who wanted the improved troopers at a standard battle-pack price."

The Imperial Dropship 20th Anniversary Edition is a well-received battle pack refresh that improves on the beloved 2008 original while adding a collectible 20th anniversary Han Solo minifigure. Critics give it a BrickScore of 72.5 (Recommended tier), with value for money scoring the lowest aspect at just 40/100 due to the $19.99 price point being $5 higher than a standard battle pack. Owner ratings tell a more positive story: 4.79/5 across 1,809 reviews with 77% recommending, though LEGO.com buyers specifically rate value at just 3.19/5, confirming the price concern is broadly shared.

Where they split: Critics flag value for money heavily (40/100 aspect score) while owners rate the set 4.79/5 overall. This split is explained by the audience composition: collectors and nostalgia buyers rate it highly for the figures and the novelty, while those evaluating pure price-to-content ratio find it wanting.

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LOVED (6)

01Updated dual-molded Stormtrooper helmets with improved detailing and leg printing
02Improved dropship build that no longer wobbles like the 2008 version
03Space to store all weapons on the ship, fixing the original's omission
04Shadow Trooper minifigure as a compelling addition
0520th anniversary Han Solo figure with unique anniversary back print
06Unique dropship design not seen in films, popular for MOC battle scenes

CRITICIZED (5)

01Price point of $19.99 widely seen as $5 too high for a battle pack, especially for buyers wanting multiples
02Stud shooters included instead of classic blasters, a recurring battle-pack complaint
03Han Solo anniversary back print seen as an unwanted visual compromise by some
04125 pieces at $0.16/piece is poor value by brick-count metrics
05Limited design appeal compared to more detailed ships in the Star Wars lineup

What reviewers are saying

"This is a very nice little build. I like it much better than I thought I would."

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"this set looks gorgeous the box art looks gorgeous I'm just I can't I can't wait to honestly open this"

Solid Brix Studios

"Imperial Dropship is definitely among the most popular Battle Packs which LEGO has ever released, providing an excellent opportunity for Star Wars fans to supplement their legions."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

2008 Imperial Dropship — Initially skeptical due to design differences, but upon inspection the new design is appreciated as a fine update. The original had a more unique/distinctive look due to its windscreen-dominated design, but this version is enjoyable in its own right and captures the core fun and charm.

75029 (2008 Imperial Dropship Battle Pack) — Better minifigures and improved printing, but nearly identical build structure and body design. The newer version has improved aesthetics and presentation, but the actual building experience and vehicle design are fundamentally the same. Not drastically different enough to justify the $10 price increase unless you specifically want the Han Solo minifigure.

7667 Imperial Dropship — The updated 2019 version features more detailed platform design with a more secure attachment and dark blue highlights for improved colour scheme, though the original transport platform swing mechanism was enjoyed. The vehicle has been updated while maintaining the same basic design philosophy.

7676 Republic Attack Gunship — The dropship platform could have benefited from a control panel like the small command centre found in this set to make the detached platform less bland.

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Consensus

BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

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BUY

"This is a very nice little build. I like it much better than I thought I would."

Key Pros

✓Massable minifigure selection with updated Stormtrooper molds
✓Functional landing mechanism that works effectively
✓Figures fit comfortably in designated spaces

Key Cons

✕New Stormtrooper dual-molded helmet mold is divisive; some angles look awkward
✕Updated Stormtrooper helmets cannot turn heads very much

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BUY

"this set looks gorgeous the box art looks gorgeous I'm just I can't I can't wait to honestly open this"

Key Pros

✓Excellent box presentation with throwback design (matte and glossy finish combination)
✓Improved minifigures with better printing quality than 2008 versions
✓Exclusive Han Solo minifigure with commemorative plate

Key Cons

✕Price doubled ($10 increase) despite largely similar build to 2008 version
✕New Stormtrooper helmet design makes head rotation difficult (chin hook issue)

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"Imperial Dropship is definitely among the most popular Battle Packs which LEGO has ever released, providing an excellent opportunity for Star Wars fans to supplement their legions."

Key Pros

✓Excellent selection of minifigures for army building with three Stormtroopers
✓New Stormtrooper helmet design looks marvellous compared with source material
✓Imperial Shadow Trooper is impressive and well-designed

Key Cons

✕Expensive compared with other Battle Packs at £19.99/$19.99
✕Dropship is ungainly in appearance overall

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Value drivers

JANG's LEGO Reviews: 20th Anniversary Han Solo classic variant based on original 2000 figure

Solid Brix Studios: Han Solo (20th Anniversary Edition) - exclusive minifigure driving set's value and collector appeal.

Exclusivity

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Battle pack with massable Stormtroopers; limited-run 20th anniversary figures

Solid Brix Studios: Part of official Lego 20th Anniversary Star Wars line; exclusive distribution through current retail cycle.

Resale

Solid Brix Studios: Potential for strong aftermarket value due to limited availability window and collector demand for 20th Anniversary sets.

Brickset Reviews: The 20th Anniversary Han Solo minifigure may hold value, but the overall set's resale prospects are limited as a battle pack. The metallic silver branding on Han Solo adds collectible value but also invites potential counterfeiting concerns.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (3)

Imperial Shadow Trooper - Male, Dual Molded Helmet, Light Nougat Head, Scowl

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Han Solo - 20th Anniversary Torso

Imperial Stormtrooper - Male, Dual Molded Helmet with Light Bluish Gray Panels on Back, Light Nougat Head, Scowl

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Dual-molded Stormtrooper helmetValue
New mold recently introduced, creates updated look though proportions are divisive among fans
Helicopter windscreen piece
Dominating design element used on approximately 1472 helicopters to date; key visual feature of the dropship
2x4 connector plate
Allows connection of multiple 20th anniversary edition figure stands together
Technic lift arm landing mechanism
Simple mechanism that enables the dropship's functional landing platform feature
Stormtrooper helmet (2019 new mold)Value
Black and white over-molded design with improved detail compared to older versions; however, the chin hook makes head rotation difficult.
Shadow Stormtrooper helmet (over-molded)Value
New over-molded design with dark grey/gunmetal interior.

What Owners Say · summarized from 32 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love the minifigures and improved structural durability over the original 2008 set, but the steep price, stud shooters, and relatively small piece count frustrate many who feel the value doesn't justify the cost.

COMMON PRAISE

+Excellent minifigures (stormtroopers and Han Solo)
+Improved build stability over 2008 original
+Dual-molded helmets look great
+Nostalgic appeal for original owners

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Price too high for piece count (125 pieces)
−Stud shooters unwanted on stormtroopers
−New helmet design inaccurate (too long, poor neck angle, missing underbrow detail)
−Vehicle itself uninspiring and small

Value proposition concernsMinifigure qualityHelmet design debateNostalgia factorDurability improvement

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.8

1,761 reviews

89%