LEGO Star Wars 75183 Darth Vader Transformation

Specifications
| Set number | 75183 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2017 |
| Piece count | 290 |
| Minifigures | 6 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75183, Darth Vader Transformation, was released in 2017 with 290 pieces. It represents Darth Vader’s transformation in the Star Wars universe, with a scene focused on the characters and medical setting.
This model belongs to the LEGO Star Wars theme and depicts a specific moment from the license, when Anakin Skywalker becomes Darth Vader. Its subject is a compact narrative scene rather than a starship, ground vehicle, or broad location build.
The set contains 290 pieces and 6 minifigures or related characters: Darth Vader, Light Nougat Skin, Emperor Palpatine, Tan Skin (19888 Cape), Anakin Skywalker, Transformation, White Pupils, Medical Droid, FX-Series Medical Assistant Droid, and Prowler 1000 Exploration Droid. The selection keeps the focus on the transformation and the medical environment around it.
It suits collectors and Star Wars fans who want a displayable Darth Vader scene or a small play setting built around a character moment. Within LEGO Star Wars, it sits apart from vehicle based sets by concentrating on identity, staging, and the transition from Anakin Skywalker to Darth Vader.
Inventory of set 75183
The inventory of set 75183 lists 290 pieces, spare parts excluded: 124 different lots (one shape in one color) for 116 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75183
Main color: black, making up 30% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (22%) and light bluish gray (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 88 | 30% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 64 | 22% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 40 | 14% | |
| Trans-Clear | 25 | 8.6% | |
| Flat Silver | 19 | 6.6% | |
| Trans-Red | 18 | 6.2% | |
| White | 12 | 4.1% | |
| Blue | 8 | 2.8% | |
| Red | 4 | 1.4% | |
| Pearl Titanium | 3 | 1% | |
| Other colors (6) | 9 | 3.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 47 | 16% | |
| Plates Wedged | 31 | 11% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 31 | 11% | |
| Plates Special | 19 | 6.6% | |
| Bricks Special | 16 | 5.5% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 13 | 4.5% |
Most common parts in set 75183
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Clear | 16 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Red | 12 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Flat Silver | 10 |
| Wedge Plate 4 Stud 45° Angle Plate 15706 | Black | 8 |
| Plate 4 x 4 3031 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Arm Mechanical Straight (Droid) [2 Clips at 90°] 59230 | Black | 8 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Trans-Clear | 7 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight 4070 | Black | 7 |
| Wedge Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches [Reinforced Underside] 90194 | White | 7 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
104 of the 116 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 75183
2 part shapes in set 75183 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, Odd Arms, Shirt, Ripped, Light Nougat Skin with Scars Front and Back Print (Anakin Skywalker), Left Light Nougat Arm, Right Black Arm, Dark Bluish Gray Hands 973e034pr3839 | Black |
| Hips and Flat Silver Legs with Black Ripped Pants and Light Nougat Skin Print (Anakin Skywalker) 970c30pr1272 | Black |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 75183 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 75183 within its line
With 290 pieces, set 75183 ranks #366 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2017, it ranks #162.
Included minifigures
Darth Vader, Light Nougat SkinQuantity : 1
Emperor Palpatine, Tan Skin (19888 Cape)Quantity : 1
Anakin Skywalker, Transformation, White PupilsQuantity : 1
Medical DroidQuantity : 1
FX-Series Medical Assistant DroidQuantity : 1
Prowler 1000 Exploration DroidQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75183 Darth Vader Transformation have?
LEGO set 75183 Darth Vader Transformation has 290 pieces. It was released in 2017 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75183 released?
Set 75183 Darth Vader Transformation was released in 2017 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75183?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75183 Darth Vader Transformation: 6. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75183?
The instructions for LEGO set 75183 Darth Vader Transformation can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75183.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75183?
Black, with 88 out of 290 pieces, or 30%. Next come dark bluish gray (22%) and light bluish gray (14%).
How many different parts does set 75183 contain?
Set 75183 has 124 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 116 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in trans-clear, with 16 copies.
Does LEGO set 75183 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso, Odd Arms, Shirt, Ripped, Light Nougat Skin with Scars Front and Back Print (Anakin Skywalker), Left Light Nougat Arm, Right Black Arm, Dark Bluish Gray Hands.
Which included characters are central to the transformation scene?
Anakin Skywalker, Transformation, White Pupils and Darth Vader, Light Nougat Skin are central to the scene. Emperor Palpatine and the medical droids provide the surrounding context.
Is Darth Vader Transformation a vehicle set?
No. It is a character scene focused on Darth Vader’s transformation and the medical setting around it.
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