LEGO Star Wars 10143 Death Star II

Specifications
| Set number | 10143 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2005 |
| Piece count | 3,461 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Subtheme | Ultimate Collector Series |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 10143 “Death Star II” depicts the second Death Star from Star Wars in the Ultimate Collector Series.
The model represents the Imperial battle station from the Star Wars saga, shown with its partially completed exterior. Within the Star Wars theme, it sits in the Ultimate Collector Series, a line associated with display focused builds rather than character driven scenes.
The build is centered on the station’s spherical form, combining finished outer plating with exposed structural areas. Its 3461 pieces are used for surface texture, recesses, and technical detailing.
This set is aimed mainly at collectors and builders looking for a display model tied to the Empire. Compared with Star Wars sets built around minifigure play or scene recreation, 10143 is better understood as a large object model, suited to display within a themed collection.
Inventory of set 10143
The inventory of set 10143 lists 3,461 pieces, spare parts excluded: 138 different lots (one shape in one color) for 118 part shapes.
Colors of set 10143
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 44% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (29%) and black (21%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 1,515 | 44% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 1,007 | 29% | |
| Black | 714 | 21% | |
| Tan | 67 | 1.9% | |
| Trans-Neon Green | 64 | 1.8% | |
| Red | 45 | 1.3% | |
| Blue | 18 | 0.5% | |
| Pearl Dark Gray | 16 | 0.5% | |
| Trans-Orange | 5 | 0.1% | |
| Green | 4 | 0.1% | |
| Other colors (3) | 5 | 0.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 1,108 | 32% | |
| Bricks | 562 | 16% | |
| Plates Special | 387 | 11% | |
| Technic Bricks | 273 | 7.9% | |
| Hinges, Arms and Turntables | 251 | 7.3% | |
| Plates Wedged | 158 | 4.6% |
Most common parts in set 10143
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Dark Bluish Gray | 460 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) 3794a | Dark Bluish Gray | 272 |
| Plate 2 x 8 3034 | Light Bluish Gray | 260 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening] 32064b | Black | 231 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Light Bluish Gray | 169 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Light Bluish Gray | 121 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Light Bluish Gray | 82 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Light Bluish Gray | 81 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 75 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Black | 66 |
116 of the 118 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 10143
One part shape in set 10143 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 10143-1 48981a |
Rebuilding set 10143 from another set
Share of the parts of set 10143 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10179 Millennium Falcon | 30% | 5,198 | 2007 |
No similarly sized set goes above 30%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 10143 within its line
With 3,461 pieces, set 10143 ranks #11 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. It is also the largest of the 208 sets released in 2005. That is 7 times the average Star Wars set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 10143 Death Star II have?
LEGO set 10143 Death Star II has 3,461 pieces. It was released in 2005 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 10143 released?
Set 10143 Death Star II was released in 2005 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 10143?
LEGO set 10143 Death Star II does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 10143?
The instructions for LEGO set 10143 Death Star II can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 10143.
What is the main color of LEGO set 10143?
Light bluish gray, with 1,515 out of 3,461 pieces, or 44%. Next come dark bluish gray (29%) and black (21%).
How many different parts does set 10143 contain?
Set 10143 has 138 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 118 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 2 in dark bluish gray, with 460 copies.
Does LEGO set 10143 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 10143-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 10143?
Set 10179 Millennium Falcon, released in 2007: it supplies 30%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
What does the Death Star II model depict?
It depicts the second Death Star from Star Wars, with the unfinished appearance associated with that battle station.
See also
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