LEGO Star Wars 75053 The Ghost

Specifications
| Set number | 75053 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2014 |
| Piece count | 929 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75053, The Ghost, represents the heroes’ ship from Star Wars Rebels. Released in 2014, it contains 929 pieces and belongs to the Star Wars theme, with characters connected to the rebel crew and the Imperial side.
The Ghost builds the main ship from Star Wars Rebels, closely associated with Hera Syndulla and her crew. Within the LEGO Star Wars theme, it represents the animated series rather than a film scene, giving it a distinct position beside starfighters, Imperial craft and location based models from other parts of the licence.
The model uses 929 pieces to create an armed transport ship with a compact, recognisable profile. The set includes 4 minifigures: Hera Syndulla, Zeb Orrelios, Kanan Jarrus with black hair, and a Stormtrooper with dark azure helmet vents and the Rebels «Angry» expression.
It also has a clear place in a Star Wars collection focused on Rebels. Among sets from the same theme, it can be understood as a protagonists’ vessel, complementary to Imperial troops, rebel vehicles and other series based subjects.
Inventory of set 75053
The inventory of set 75053 lists 929 pieces, spare parts excluded: 273 different lots (one shape in one color) for 205 part shapes. The box also contains 37 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75053
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 28% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (23%) and white (19%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 261 | 28% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 210 | 23% | |
| White | 181 | 19% | |
| Black | 134 | 14% | |
| Red | 38 | 4.1% | |
| Trans-Red | 18 | 1.9% | |
| Blue | 15 | 1.6% | |
| Sand Green | 10 | 1.1% | |
| Trans-Neon Orange | 8 | 0.9% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 8 | 0.9% | |
| Other colors (19) | 45 | 4.8% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 165 | 18% | |
| Plates Special | 83 | 8.9% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 83 | 8.9% | |
| Tiles | 74 | 8% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 61 | 6.6% | |
| Technic Pins | 55 | 5.9% |
Most common parts in set 75053
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 32 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Light Bluish Gray | 17 |
| Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] 2654 | Dark Bluish Gray | 16 |
| Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End 47457 | Light Bluish Gray | 16 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Red | 14 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille 2877 | Dark Bluish Gray | 11 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Dark Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Technic Plate 2 x 4 [3 Holes] 3709 | Red | 10 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End 63868 | Light Bluish Gray | 10 |
185 of the 205 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 75053
5 part shapes in set 75053 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.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Half Sphere with Dual 2 Fingers and Rebel Ghost Window Print 50747pr0009 | Trans-Brown |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75053-1 17600 | |
| Minifig Head Special, Lasat with Light Bluish Gray Face, Black Beard and Sideburns Print (Zeb Orrelios) 17535pr0001 | Medium Lavender |
| Torso Jumpsuit with Dark Brown and Dark Tan Belt and Neck Plate Print (Zeb Orrelios), Medium Lavender Arms, Light Bluish Gray Hands 973c33h14pr2791 | Bright Light Orange |
| Hips and Bright Light Orange Legs with SW Dark Brown and Dark Tan Knee Pads Print 970c38pr0731 | Bright Light Orange |
Rebuilding set 75053 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75053 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75222 Betrayal at Cloud City | 35% | 2,812 | 2018 |
| 76042 The SHIELD Helicarrier | 34% | 2,996 | 2015 |
| 75098 Assault on Hoth | 34% | 2,144 | 2016 |
| 75309 Republic Gunship | 34% | 3,292 | 2021 |
| 75409 Jango Fett's Firespray-Class Starship | 31% | 2,970 | 2025 |
No similarly sized set goes above 35%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 75053 within its line
With 929 pieces, set 75053 ranks #117 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 478 sets released in 2014, it ranks #26.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Evert Jan Boer, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75053 The Ghost have?
LEGO set 75053 The Ghost has 929 pieces. It was released in 2014 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75053 released?
Set 75053 The Ghost was released in 2014 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75053?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75053 The Ghost: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75053?
The instructions for LEGO set 75053 The Ghost can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75053.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75053?
Light bluish gray, with 261 out of 929 pieces, or 28%. Next come dark bluish gray (23%) and white (19%).
How many different parts does set 75053 contain?
Set 75053 has 273 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 205 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots in black, with 32 copies.
Does LEGO set 75053 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 5 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Windscreen 6 x 6 x 3 Canopy Half Sphere with Dual 2 Fingers and Rebel Ghost Window Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75053?
Set 75222 Betrayal at Cloud City, released in 2018: it supplies 35%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Which included minifigures are tied to the rebel crew?
Hera Syndulla, Zeb Orrelios and Kanan Jarrus are the crew related characters in the set. Their inclusion identifies the model strongly with Star Wars Rebels.
Does set 75053 focus on the Rebels series rather than the films?
Yes. The subject is The Ghost, the ship associated with Star Wars Rebels, so the set is tied to the animated series within the wider Star Wars theme.
See also
Sets from the same theme
75058 MTT2014 · 954 pieces
3D75054 AT-AT2014 · 1,138 pieces
75043 AT-AP2014 · 717 pieces
75052 Mos Eisley Cantina2014 · 616 pieces
3D75055 Imperial Star Destroyer2014 · 1,360 pieces
75051 Jedi Scout Fighter2014 · 490 pieces
75046 Coruscant Police Gunship2014 · 481 pieces
3D75050 B-Wing2014 · 448 pieces
Sets from the same year
75042 Droid Gunship2014 · 439 pieces
75045 Republic AV-7 Anti-Vehicle Cannon2014 · 434 pieces
75049 Snowspeeder2014 · 279 pieces
75044 Droid Tri-Fighter2014 · 262 pieces
75040 General Grievous' Wheel Bike2014 · 261 pieces
75048 The Phantom2014 · 234 pieces
75038 Jedi Interceptor2014 · 223 pieces
75041 Vulture Droid2014 · 205 pieces




