LEGO Star Wars 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter

Specifications
| Set number | 75101 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2015 |
| Piece count | 533 |
| Launch retail price | $69.99 / £64.99 (Brickset) |
| Sale period | September 2015 to April 2016 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75101, First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter, depicts a TIE fighter used by the First Order’s special forces. Released in 2015, it belongs to the Star Wars theme and contains 533 pieces.
The model represents a First Order craft from the Star Wars universe. Its upright profile and side panels place it clearly within the TIE fighter family, making it part of the faction based military vehicles represented across the LEGO Star Wars theme.
The build focuses on the central cockpit section and the side wing structures that define the vehicle’s appearance.
This set is suited to Star Wars vehicle collectors, display layouts, and play scenes centered on the First Order. Among sets from the same theme, it can be understood as a distinct faction craft, useful alongside characters, bases, or other models connected with Imperial and post-Imperial forces.
Inventory of set 75101
The inventory of set 75101 lists 533 pieces, spare parts excluded: 128 different lots (one shape in one color) for 107 part shapes. The box also contains 8 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75101
Main color: black, making up 50% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (28%) and dark bluish gray (11%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 269 | 50% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 151 | 28% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 56 | 11% | |
| Red | 33 | 6.2% | |
| Blue | 8 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Red | 5 | 0.9% | |
| Tan | 3 | 0.6% | |
| Light Nougat | 3 | 0.6% | |
| White | 2 | 0.4% | |
| Orange | 1 | 0.2% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 0.2% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 159 | 30% | |
| Plates Special | 127 | 24% | |
| Tiles | 50 | 9.4% | |
| Plates Wedged | 32 | 6% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 28 | 5.3% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 26 | 4.9% |
Most common parts in set 75101
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Black | 24 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Black | 16 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Black | 15 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Dark Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Tile 1 x 8 with Groove 4162 | Black | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 10 4477 | Black | 12 |
| Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Right 54383 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Left 54384 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] 60478 | Black | 12 |
92 of the 107 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setobrick, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 75101
7 part shapes in set 75101 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 |
|---|---|
| Helmet with Respiratory Pipe First Order TIE Fighter Pilot with Two White Lines Print 21557pr0002 | Black |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75101-1 21529 | |
| Dish 6 x 6 Inverted - No Studs with Handle with SW 8 Spoke Light Bluish Gray Frame and Rivets TIE Cockpit Pattern 18675pr0005 | Trans-Red |
| Minifig Head First Order Officer, Dark Gray Eyebrows, Cheeks, Forehead and Chin Lines, Shadows Under Eyes Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr1794 | Medium Nougat |
| Dish 6 x 6 Inverted - No Studs with Handle with TIE fighter Cockpit print 18675pr0004 | Trans-Red |
| Torso Jacket, Double Utility Clips, Belt Print (First Order Uniform), Dark Bluish Gray Arms, Black Hands 973c12h03pr3155 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Dish 6 x 6 Inverted - No Studs with Handle with SW First Order TIE Fighter Hatch Pattern 18675pr0006 | Black |
Rebuilding set 75101 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75101 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76023 The Tumbler | 34% | 1,869 | 2014 |
| 76240 Batmobile Tumbler | 32% | 2,049 | 2021 |
| 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer | 28% | 1,360 | 2014 |
| 910009 Modular LEGO Store | 27% | 2,124 | 2022 |
| 76328 Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile | 27% | 1,822 | 2024 |
No similarly sized set goes above 34%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 75101 within its line
With 533 pieces, set 75101 ranks #242 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 448 sets released in 2015, it ranks #73.
Frequently asked questions
How much was LEGO 75101 at launch?
The launch retail price of 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter was $69.99 / £64.99 (source: Brickset). It was on sale from September 2015 to April 2016.
How many pieces does LEGO set 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter have?
LEGO set 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter has 533 pieces. It was released in 2015 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75101 released?
Set 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter was released in 2015 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75101?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75101?
The instructions for LEGO set 75101 First Order Special Forces TIE Fighter can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75101.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75101?
Black, with 269 out of 533 pieces, or 50%. Next come light bluish gray (28%) and dark bluish gray (11%).
How many different parts does set 75101 contain?
Set 75101 has 128 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 107 part shapes. Most common part: Tile 1 x 2 with Groove in black, with 24 copies.
Does LEGO set 75101 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 7 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Helmet with Respiratory Pipe First Order TIE Fighter Pilot with Two White Lines Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75101?
Set 76023 The Tumbler, released in 2014: it supplies 34%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Which minifigures are included with set 75101?
The set includes a First Order officer, a First Order crew member or fleet engineer, and a First Order TIE pilot with two white lines on the helmet.
What faction does this TIE Fighter represent?
It represents the First Order, specifically a special forces TIE fighter from the Star Wars setting.
See also
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75096 Sith Infiltrator2015 · 662 pieces
75087 Anakin's Custom Jedi Starfighter2015 · 370 pieces
75082 TIE Advanced Prototype2015 · 355 pieces
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