R2-D2
star-wars • 240 pcs
- Set number
- 8009-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 240
- Released
- 2002
- Theme
- Star Wars
- Barcode
- 673419010351
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Released in 2002 as part of the Lego Star Wars Technic sub-theme, this set represents an early foray into building iconic droids using specialized mechanical components rather than standard system bricks. It emerged during a period when Lego was heavily experimenting with the Technic building system to capture the complex, functional aesthetics of characters from the prequel and original trilogies.
The model was designed to incorporate movement, featuring a gear mechanism that allows the dome to rotate when the rear wheel is turned. While it was well-regarded by fans of the Technic line for its mechanical integration, the visual result was notably blockier and more stylized than the later, more screen-accurate models found in the Ultimate Collector Series.
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