"INFO: This was a nice surprise from LEGO when I first saw this set, I was both surprised, and disappointed. I was surprised because I didn't see it coming, we had just gotten one in 2014, and disappointed cause it looked like a remake. (which it basically is, with minor improvements)
I got rid of my 2014 model, (because, reasons.) So I was happy to get a new one, I ordered it on Dec 31st.
And it came on Jan 5th, I enjoyed building the set, and it looks nice.
DETAILS / BUILD: They improved the feet by moving them at a 45-degree angle, which is more accurate, which I'm happy with,
The top roof panel, however, I am not too happy with, there are a few small holes. (No, I did not build it wrong, they can be seen on the Box-art, too.)
But it's a minor issue, and not to be upset about.
The legs are very sturdy, even without the 3rd leg deployed. And the guns can swivel around, (Not the main center gun, just the top, and bottom ones.)
The legs have also been changed a little, shortened by a small amount to be more accurate. And swapped out a few individual plate pieces on the outer legs.
MINIFIGURES: The minifigures are good, especially the Kashyyyk battle droids, they go nicely with the Droid Gunship I bought along with it.
Nice detailing on all the minifigures. Chewbacca makes a good gunner for the top cannon, and the other 2 minifigures can pilot the Walker.
Overall, great set.
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"When I first heard this set was announced and saw the first images of it, I thought it was going to be a smaller, re-make of the 2014 model, with a few updated parts at the top.
However, my expectations were not what I had expected, The main center of it looked totally different to its 5-year-old ancestor.
The over-all neck of the vehicle was fatter and bulkier than the 2014 model, (and can still fit a minifig inside, yay!)
They replaced the bombs with flick-fire missiles, (which have buttons.) Which I was slightly disappointed with, as the bomb-drop feature on the original seemed fun.
My main critical issue with the set however is, Price. Price-per-part is simply too high, for 398 pieces... $50 USD? It's not the worse out of all the LEGO set's I've owned, but I think $45 or $40 would've been much better, then I would've been completely happy with this set.
Minifigures are great, especially the new Kashyyyk battle droids, their printing is great, the other minifigs are just remakes of older minifigs. But it's fine.
"It's a very nice set, small and compact, I don't have much to say about it since its very small, but I will try to give my honest opinion on it as thoroughly as possible.
The build was average and normal, exactly what I expected, but the build was still fun, yet short.
I don't like how we got a small Anakin instead of a proper Naboo Starfighter pilot, but that's not that bad.
The small Anakin figure, (and 1/3rd of R2D2!) are fine, I didn't notice anything special about them detail wise.
I wish we got stud shooters instead of flick-fire missiles, but I understand why LEGO did it as Stud-Shooters are bulkier and might look less attractive.
That's all I have to say, its a great set for your children as a cute gift."
"I really enjoyed this set, I got it for Christmas and I really enjoyed the building experience, along with the nice play-features added on,
I think the minifigures given in the set are very good, but for $130 dollars I think we at least deserved a Stormtrooper added on, (Nice Mouse Droid too, if that counts.)
All the minifigures are very well detailed and are distinct and 2 of them unique to this set so far. (Bacta Vader and the Imperial Transport Pilot)
I enjoyed the design of the structure, and it is fun to build, with lots of fun play features to utilize on the 3 different floors,
The mini tie-advanced is nice and compact and can store Vader (with his cape on!) and the lightsaber on the clip on the rear end of the vehicle.
That's all I have to say, final opinion: Great set if you're willing to pay a little extra."
It's big enough for it to feel like you actually bought something worth 20 dollars,
Yet it's small enough to be portable, and easy. While it lacks any unique play features, it's certainly not lacking play features at all.
I was honestly pleased to find that you have a spot for Anakin's lightsaber, and I also liked how there is a compartment for small storage (I'm assuming you'd put the spare stud-shooters in there.)
You can open the cockpit, fold down the landing gear, place R-2, etc. Average play-features.
It's very pleasing to look at, there's plenty of detail, and it leaves not much more to be desired.
It also incorporated cool techniques into the construction of this set, they're not complex per se, but they're certainly new and interesting.
Great set if you're just wanting to pick up a small set for your kid."
It may have the least amount of studs for any set I own, which is a good thing in my mind. But it does have a few flaws, it does have a few gaps in the cargo area, and it does have fewer play-features. (Which isn't a big deal in my mind.)
Speaking of Cargo area, it can store 4 - 8 Minifigures when they're positioned correctly. And the sliding ramp is fun, especially cause you can actually fit mini-figures on the ramp and load them into the ship.
I like how.. "Normal" the landing gear look. They're detailed for how small they are, and while they don't retract, you can always remove them.
If you don't like stickers, I think you'll be happy with the small number of stickers (There are 8 stickers in this set.) there are compared to other sets.
I think the set could benefit from having more related mini-figures. (Remove the Obi-Wan and R2D2 and replace them with sand-troopers.. And maybe add 1 rebel trooper, just for good measure.) Then I think it would meet its required price.
"I had the original 2010 clone turbo tank, which was an awesome set! Sadly the new one is way too small, and a little overpriced, I think a $90 or $100 is more accurate, altho it does come with awesome play features the other one did not! Overall i'd say this set is best for a birthday gift or a nice little treat for a big lego fan like me!"