LEGO 75298 Star Wars AT-AT vs. Tauntaun Microfighters  Building Set with Luke Skywalker and AT-AT Driver Minifigures

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The articulated legs are also reasonably versatile, featuring hip and ankle joints. Creating an authentic walking pose is accordingly easy and the lightweight design ensures that not every footpad needs to be planted on the ground, as demonstrated below. The angular armour that appears between the hip joints is fantastic, further improving upon the last Microfighter which eschewed such intricate shaping.

Get set for action on the icy planet of Hoth with these awesome AT-AT and Tauntaun Microfighters. Jump in the saddle of the Tauntaun with Luke Skywalker and look for the enemy with his electrobinoculars. Easy to build – and to rebuild after battles – this durable 101-piece building toy makes the best birthday present, holiday gift or fun surprise treat for creative kids aged 6+.Both minifigures are equipped with stud shooters, replacing the weapons which are frequently mounted on Microfighters. Luke's lightsaber and two pairs of Macrobinoculars are provided as well, appearing in white and dark bluish grey. These varied accessories are certainly welcome, although I think a standard blaster pistol should also have been included.

Ever since 1958, LEGO® components have met the highest industry standards to ensure they connect consistently – no need to use the Force.Items that are not available in store will take 3-5 working days (excluding weekends and bank holidays) to be delivered to your nominated store. LEGO has produced more sets focused upon Hoth than any other Star Wars planets, hence numerous accordant Luke Skywalker minifigures have become available. Nevertheless, the latest example is unique, featuring more accurate printing than previous minifigures. The dark tan helmet and white goggles are familiar though, matching recent Hoth Rebel Troopers. The Millennium Falcon Microfighter (75295) features a seat for the Han Solo LEGO® minifigure and 2 stud shooters, for fun, creative play. Han Solo also has a blaster pistol.

The charming AT-AT shares some significant similarities with 75075 AT-AT Microfighter, most notably including their legs which are almost completely identical! However, the body shaping and the head have undergone dramatic changes and these both represent an improvement in my opinion, capturing the appearance of these menacing machines while adhering to the style associated with Microfighters. The legs are not articulated but the tail is connected using a ball joint which provides a good range of motion. Additionally, the reddish brown saddle compares favourably with the movie, standing out against the light bluish grey fur and including clips for accessories on each side. The rolled fabric behind the saddle seems equally accurate but the minifigure cannot actually grip the reins without really stretching them, unfortunately. There are step-by-step instructions so even LEGO beginners can build independently. This construction model also combines perfectly with the AT-AT vs. Tauntaun Microfighters (75298) set for extra battle action. The only similarity between the old and new is the design of the four legs, although the dishes used for the feet have had their colour inverted. While the new model is definitely more detailed and more accurate to its on-screen counterpart, the poseability is slightly compromised as the legs have far less movement to them. It’s a minor gripe, though, as overall it’s a fantastic little rendition of an AT-AT. The Luke Skywalker and AT-AT Driver LEGO minifigures each have a stud shooter and an electrobinoculars element, and Luke also has a lightsaber for battle play. This fun, creative set comes with clear instructions so even LEGO beginners can build with Jedi-like confidence, and it combines perfectly with the Millennium Falcon Microfighter (75295).

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Furthermore, the angular edges around the body could potentially have been improved, even though integrating more curved slopes might have been difficult at this scale. The articulated arms are nice though and I love the enormous feet that definitely appear consistent with the Microfighters style. The white elements across the Tauntaun's chest look marvellous as well, along with the distinct tan claws. Thinking of buying this buildable playset for a young Star Wars fan who is a LEGO beginner? No problem. It comes with easy-to-follow instructions so they can build independently. With any updated model, comparisons will obviously be drawn between the older and newer versions. Right from the start it’s clear the techniques and parts used here are going to be very different from those in the previous AT-AT. It’s not even a slightly tweaked design – it feels like a completely new way to build a very similar model. This is a set that’s fun to play with (who doesn’t want to bring down an AT-AT with a humble tauntaun?), looks great on display, has a real charm and contains the best AT-AT driver minifigure ever released, along with the best variant of Luke in his Hoth attire we’ve ever seen – all for an incredibly reasonable price. Grab it as soon as you can.

This AT-AT vs. Tauntaun Microfighters (75298) set features 2 LEGO minifigures: Luke Skywalker, with a lightsaber, and an AT-AT Driver. Each has a stud shooter and an electrobinoculars element. Since 1999, the LEGO Group has been recreating iconic starships, vehicles, locations and characters from the Star Wars universe. LEGO Star Wars has become its most successful theme with a wide variety of building toys that make the best gifts for kids and fans of all ages. LEGO® Star Wars™ building sets are awesome for kids (and adult fans) to recreate scenes from the Star Wars saga, make up their own adventures and/or display the collectible construction toys.

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Thinking of buying this set for a young Star Wars™ fan who is a LEGO® newcomer? No worries. It comes with illustrated, step-by-step instructions so they can build with confidence. Microfighters traditionally feature exaggerated proportions, although such exaggeration has been relatively subtle on past models depicting animals. However, this example seems fairly consistent with the larger selection, shortening the Tauntaun's legs while broadening its body when compared with the original creatures. Nevertheless, the Tauntaun remains immediately recognisable and captures various authentic features. They're based in convenient locations including supermarkets, newsagents and train stations. Plus they're often open late and on Sundays. While the body and tail look great, the head is absolutely fantastic, with tonnes of detail crammed into a really compact area. The shaping is spot on, and the ears are both accurate and adorable at the same time. The printed eyes help to give life to the model, and the horns and reigns are totally authentic. The only negative is that the head sub-assembly attaches straight on to the body rather than via some form of hinge, rendering it completely static. This buildable playset combines brilliantly with the AT-AT vs. Tauntaun Microfighters (75298) set to open up even more play options.