LEGO Star Wars 75229 Death Star Escape

Specifications
| Set number | 75229 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2019 |
| Piece count | 329 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars 75229, “Death Star Escape”, depicts an escape scene inside the Death Star. Released in 2019, it belongs to the Star Wars theme and uses 329 pieces to build a compact Imperial interior setting.
Set 75229 focuses on a scene from the Star Wars saga set within the Death Star, featuring Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia in an Imperial environment. In the LEGO Star Wars range, it is a scene based set rather than a vehicle model, presenting a specific story moment in a contained build.
The build uses 329 pieces to create an interior section with wall, platform and passage details.
It suits collectors who want a recognizable Death Star scene in a compact format, as well as builders who prefer character driven play settings. Compared with Star Wars sets built around starfighters or larger vehicles, this one is better understood as an interior vignette that can support display, play, or a broader Imperial themed collection.
Inventory of set 75229
The inventory of set 75229 lists 329 pieces, spare parts excluded: 110 different lots (one shape in one color) for 104 part shapes. The box also contains 16 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75229
Main color: dark bluish gray, making up 40% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (25%) and black (19%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Bluish Gray | 133 | 40% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 81 | 25% | |
| Black | 64 | 19% | |
| Trans-Red | 18 | 5.5% | |
| Red | 9 | 2.7% | |
| White | 8 | 2.4% | |
| Reddish Brown | 3 | 0.9% | |
| Light Nougat | 3 | 0.9% | |
| Trans-Clear | 2 | 0.6% | |
| Tan | 2 | 0.6% | |
| Other colors (5) | 6 | 1.8% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 77 | 23% | |
| Bricks | 47 | 14% | |
| Tiles | 31 | 9.4% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 27 | 8.2% | |
| Plates Special | 26 | 7.9% | |
| Bricks Special | 20 | 6.1% |
Most common parts in set 75229
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Dark Bluish Gray | 25 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Dark Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Red | 14 |
| Brick 1 x 3 3622 | Dark Bluish Gray | 13 |
| Brick 2 x 3 3002 | Dark Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Light Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420 | Dark Bluish Gray | 9 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 9 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Dark Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 10 4477 | Black | 7 |
90 of the 104 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
No part in set 75229 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 75229 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75229 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10248 Ferrari F40 | 27% | 1,158 | 2015 |
| 40502 The Brick Moulding Machine | 27% | 1,205 | 2021 |
| 75427 Throne Room Duel & A-Wing | 27% | 962 | 2026 |
No similarly sized set goes above 27%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 75229 within its line
With 329 pieces, set 75229 ranks #344 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 459 sets released in 2019, it ranks #168.
Included minifigures
Stormtrooper, Dark Bluish Gray Squares on Back of HelmetQuantity : 1
Princess Leia, White Robe, Dark Brown Hair, Decorative Belt, Dual Sided Head Open Mouth / SmileQuantity : 1
Luke Skywalker, White Robe, Utility Belt, Neck BracketQuantity : 1
Mouse Droid (MSE-6-series Repair Droid) - Dark Bluish Gray, Open StudQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75229 Death Star Escape have?
LEGO set 75229 Death Star Escape has 329 pieces. It was released in 2019 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75229 released?
Set 75229 Death Star Escape was released in 2019 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75229?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75229 Death Star Escape: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75229?
The instructions for LEGO set 75229 Death Star Escape can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75229.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75229?
Dark bluish gray, with 133 out of 329 pieces, or 40%. Next come light bluish gray (25%) and black (19%).
How many different parts does set 75229 contain?
Set 75229 has 110 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 104 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 3 in dark bluish gray, with 25 copies.
Does LEGO set 75229 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75229?
Set 10248 Ferrari F40, released in 2015: it supplies 27%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Does set 75229 focus on minifigures or a vehicle?
It focuses on characters and an interior Death Star scene, not on a vehicle.
Which version of Leia is listed for this set?
The listed figure is Princess Leia in a white robe with dark brown hair, decorative belt and a dual sided head with open mouth and smile expressions.
See also
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