LEGO Star Wars 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer

Specifications
| Set number | 75055 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2014 |
| Piece count | 1,360 |
| Minifigures | 6 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75055, Imperial Star Destroyer, depicts an Imperial capital ship from the saga. Released in 2014, it belongs to the Star Wars theme and contains 1360 pieces for a model suited to both play and display.
Set 75055 represents the Imperial Star Destroyer, a major vessel associated with the Empire’s fleet in Star Wars. Within the LEGO Star Wars theme, it stands as a core Imperial subject, defined by its wedge shaped profile and its connection with command, pursuit and military presence in the films.
The build uses 1360 pieces and focuses on the broad, angular hull of the ship. The set includes 6 minifigures or characters: Stormtrooper, Dark Blue Helmet Vents, Imperial Trooper with Black Helmet and Headset, Imperial Crew, Light Bluish Gray Uniform, Dark Bluish Gray Cap, Plain Arms, Darth Vader, Tan Skin, Imperial Officer / Captain / Commandant / Commander, Dark Bluish Gray Uniform, and Mouse Droid, MSE-6-series Repair Droid, Dark Bluish Gray, Solid Stud.
It is aimed at Star Wars collectors, fans of Imperial vehicles and builders who want a substantial ship in a play oriented format. In a themed collection, it works as a central Imperial fleet model and pairs naturally with officers, troopers, Darth Vader and other Empire aligned sets.
Inventory of set 75055
The inventory of set 75055 lists 1,360 pieces, spare parts excluded: 229 different lots (one shape in one color) for 186 part shapes. The box also contains 17 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75055
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 43% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (26%) and black (19%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 589 | 43% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 358 | 26% | |
| Black | 259 | 19% | |
| Trans-Clear | 51 | 3.8% | |
| Red | 29 | 2.1% | |
| Tan | 21 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Red | 12 | 0.9% | |
| Blue | 11 | 0.8% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 9 | 0.7% | |
| White | 5 | 0.4% | |
| Other colors (5) | 14 | 1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 390 | 29% | |
| Plates Special | 179 | 13% | |
| Plates Wedged | 122 | 9% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 89 | 6.5% | |
| Technic Pins | 75 | 5.5% | |
| Tiles | 69 | 5.1% |
Most common parts in set 75055
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Clear | 50 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Dark Bluish Gray | 32 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Light Bluish Gray | 24 |
| Plate 2 x 6 3795 | Light Bluish Gray | 24 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Light Bluish Gray | 23 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 23 |
| Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Right 54383 | Light Bluish Gray | 22 |
| Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Left 54384 | Light Bluish Gray | 22 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End 63868 | Light Bluish Gray | 22 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 21 |
163 of the 186 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 75055
4 part shapes in set 75055 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 |
|---|---|
| Torso Jacket, Small Red and Blue Rank Badge Print (Imperial Officer), Dark Bluish Gray Arms, Black Hands 973c12h03pr2763 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75055-1 17599 | |
| Minifig Head Darth Vader, Orange Eyes, Wrinkles, Scar and Two Large Scars on Back Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr1443 | Tan |
| Poster, Star Destroyer, B-Wing 6092449 |
Rebuilding set 75055 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75055 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75159 Death Star | 44% | 4,024 | 2016 |
| 75394 Imperial Star Destroyer | 43% | 1,555 | 2024 |
| 75190 First Order Star Destroyer | 42% | 1,416 | 2017 |
| 75367 Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser | 42% | 5,381 | 2023 |
| 75252 Imperial Star Destroyer | 38% | 4,784 | 2019 |
No similarly sized set goes above 44%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 75055 within its line
With 1,360 pieces, set 75055 ranks #56 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 #12. That is 2.7 times the average Star Wars set size.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Roland Dahl, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
Stormtrooper, Dark Blue Helmet VentsQuantity : 2
Imperial Trooper with Black Helmet and HeadsetQuantity : 1
Imperial Crew, Light Bluish Gray Uniform, Dark Bluish Gray Cap, Plain ArmsQuantity : 1
Darth Vader, Tan SkinQuantity : 1
Imperial Officer / Captain / Commandant / Commander, Dark Bluish Gray UniformQuantity : 1
Mouse Droid (MSE-6-series Repair Droid) - Dark Bluish Gray, Solid StudQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer have?
LEGO set 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer has 1,360 pieces. It was released in 2014 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75055 released?
Set 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer was released in 2014 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75055?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer: 6. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75055?
The instructions for LEGO set 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75055.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75055?
Light bluish gray, with 589 out of 1,360 pieces, or 43%. Next come dark bluish gray (26%) and black (19%).
How many different parts does set 75055 contain?
Set 75055 has 229 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 186 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in trans-clear, with 50 copies.
Does LEGO set 75055 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 4 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Jacket, Small Red and Blue Rank Badge Print (Imperial Officer), Dark Bluish Gray Arms, Black Hands.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75055?
Set 75159 Death Star, released in 2016: it supplies 44%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Does set 75055 include Darth Vader?
Yes. Darth Vader, Tan Skin, is included among the 6 listed minifigures or characters.
Is the character selection focused on the Empire?
Yes. The listed characters are Imperial aligned, including troops, crew, an officer, Darth Vader and a Mouse Droid.
See also
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