LEGO Star Wars 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar

Specifications
| Set number | 75012 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 |
| Piece count | 226 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75012, BARC Speeder with Sidecar, represents a BARC speeder fitted with a sidecar in the Star Wars universe. Released in 2013, it belongs to the Star Wars theme and contains 226 pieces for a compact vehicle focused build.
The model focuses on a BARC speeder with sidecar, a vehicle suited to action scenes within the Star Wars setting. In the LEGO Star Wars range, it sits among sets built around a recognizable vehicle and a small group of characters rather than a large location or display base.
The build uses 226 pieces and covers the speeder, the sidecar, and the elements needed to stage the included characters. The defining feature is the sidecar arrangement, which gives the vehicle a less typical profile than a standard single rider speeder.
This set suits play, compact display, and Star Wars collecting. Its minifigure selection gives it added interest for Clone Wars character collectors, while the vehicle can be placed alongside other LEGO Star Wars speeders, troops, or small conflict scenes from the same theme.
Inventory of set 75012
The inventory of set 75012 lists 226 pieces, spare parts excluded: 114 different lots (one shape in one color) for 103 part shapes. The box also contains 12 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75012
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 33% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (25%) and dark red (16%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 75 | 33% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 56 | 25% | |
| Dark Red | 36 | 16% | |
| Black | 17 | 7.5% | |
| Blue | 14 | 6.2% | |
| Dark Brown | 10 | 4.4% | |
| Trans-Clear | 4 | 1.8% | |
| White | 3 | 1.3% | |
| Trans-Medium Blue | 2 | 0.9% | |
| Light Nougat | 2 | 0.9% | |
| Other colors (5) | 6 | 2.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates Special | 58 | 26% | |
| Plates | 28 | 12% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 19 | 8.4% | |
| Bricks Curved | 11 | 4.9% | |
| Minifig Shields, Weapons, & Tools | 10 | 4.4% | |
| Technic Bricks | 10 | 4.4% |
Most common parts in set 75012
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) 3794a | Dark Red | 20 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Bluish Gray | 7 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin 32064a | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 44728 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Brick Sloped 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate 61409 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Tips 12825 | Light Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced 32123b | Light Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base 30088 | Black | 4 |
| Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 1 3665 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) 3794b | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
88 of the 103 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 75012
9 part shapes in set 75012 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. The table lists 8. Counting colors, 11 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Minifig Head Obi-Wan Kenobi, Beard Thick with Lines, Brown Eyebrows, Moustache, Large Blue Eyes, Smile / Angry Print 3626cpr1186 | Light Nougat |
| Helmet Clone Trooper Phase 2, Closed Front, Blue and Tan Markings and Killed Enemies Count Print (Captain Rex) 11217pr0002 | White |
| Hips and White Legs with Blue Knee Pads and Gray Markings Print 970c27pr0497 | Black |
| Neckwear Cape, Pauldron with Black Neck and 2 Thick Black Stripes Print 89140pr0006 | Blue |
| Torso Armor with Black Collar, Dirt Stains Print (Captain Rex Clone Wars), Blue Arms, Black Hands 973c28h03pr2330 | White |
| Torso Layered Shirt, Reddish Brown Undershirt, Reddish Brown Belt Print, Tan Arms, Black Hands 973c26h03pr2313 | Tan |
| Hips and Medium Nougat Legs with Jedi Robe Print 970c23pr0496 | Tan |
| Minifig Head Captain Rex, Thick Eyebrows, Brown Eyes, Fine Stubble Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr0548 | Light Nougat |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 75012 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 75012 within its line
With 226 pieces, set 75012 ranks #426 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 356 sets released in 2013, it ranks #132. That is less than half the average Star Wars set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar have?
LEGO set 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar has 226 pieces. It was released in 2013 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75012 released?
Set 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar was released in 2013 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75012?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75012?
The instructions for LEGO set 75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75012.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75012?
Light bluish gray, with 75 out of 226 pieces, or 33%. Next come dark bluish gray (25%) and dark red (16%).
How many different parts does set 75012 contain?
Set 75012 has 114 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 103 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) in dark red, with 20 copies.
Does LEGO set 75012 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 9 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Minifig Head Obi-Wan Kenobi, Beard Thick with Lines, Brown Eyebrows, Moustache, Large Blue Eyes, Smile / Angry Print.
Is the sidecar central to the model?
Yes. The set is specifically a BARC Speeder with Sidecar, so the sidecar is part of the main vehicle concept.
See also
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