LEGO Star Wars 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor

Specifications
| Set number | 75242 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2019 |
| Piece count | 396 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 75242, “Black Ace TIE Interceptor,” represents a stylised TIE craft in the Star Wars theme.
“Black Ace TIE Interceptor” belongs to the LEGO Star Wars theme and focuses on a TIE craft with a specific identity.
The build uses 396 pieces to create a compact interceptor model, accompanied by 3 figures or characters: BB-8, Large Photoreceptor, Griff Halloran, and Poe Dameron, White and Orange Pilot Outfit. This selection supports play centred on flying, droid assistance, and character interaction around the craft.
The set suits display alongside other LEGO Star Wars vehicles and also supports narrative play.
Inventory of set 75242
The inventory of set 75242 lists 396 pieces, spare parts excluded: 162 different lots (one shape in one color) for 129 part shapes. The box also contains 8 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75242
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 27% of the parts, followed by white (22%) and dark bluish gray (21%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 105 | 27% | |
| White | 86 | 22% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 82 | 21% | |
| Black | 55 | 14% | |
| Dark Tan | 19 | 4.8% | |
| Flat Silver | 15 | 3.8% | |
| Tan | 14 | 3.5% | |
| Trans-Orange | 4 | 1% | |
| Trans-Bright Green | 3 | 0.8% | |
| Red | 2 | 0.5% | |
| Other colors (6) | 10 | 2.5% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 81 | 20% | |
| Plates Special | 51 | 13% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 29 | 7.3% | |
| Tiles Special | 29 | 7.3% | |
| Tiles | 29 | 7.3% | |
| Plates Wedged | 26 | 6.6% |
Most common parts in set 75242
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Flat Silver | 15 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | White | 9 |
| Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On End, without Groove 44301b | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers On End, with Groove, 9 Teeth 44302a | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] 60897 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End 63868 | White | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Tan | 7 |
| Sports Roller Skate 11253 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Tile 45° Cut 2 x 2 (Triangle) 35787 | White | 6 |
117 of the 129 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 75242
6 part shapes in set 75242 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 |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75242-1 50113 | |
| Hips and Orange Legs with Pockets, Light Bluish Grey Straps 970c34pr1687 | Orange |
| Torso Vest with Rebel Logo, White and Orange Pilot Suit, Dark Bluish Grey Belt Print Orange Arms, Black Hands 973c34h03pr4659 | White |
| Torso Flight Suit, Control Panel, Black belt Print (TIE Pilot), Light Nougat Arms and Hands 973c02h02pr4660 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Helmet AT-AT / Tie Pilot, Skull Print 87556pr0244 | Black |
| Minifig Head Griff Halloran, Light Bluish Grey Eyebrows, Stubble Beard, Frown Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr2858 | Light Nougat |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 75242 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 75242 within its line
With 396 pieces, set 75242 ranks #307 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 #142.
Included minifigures
BB-8, Large PhotoreceptorQuantity : 1
Griff HalloranQuantity : 1
Poe Dameron, White and Orange Pilot OutfitQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor have?
LEGO set 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor has 396 pieces. It was released in 2019 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75242 released?
Set 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor was released in 2019 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75242?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75242?
The instructions for LEGO set 75242 Black Ace TIE Interceptor can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75242.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75242?
Light bluish gray, with 105 out of 396 pieces, or 27%. Next come white (22%) and dark bluish gray (21%).
How many different parts does set 75242 contain?
Set 75242 has 162 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 129 part shapes. Most common part: Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove in flat silver, with 15 copies.
Does LEGO set 75242 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 6 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Sticker Sheet for Set 75242-1.
Which characters are included with set 75242?
The set includes BB-8, Large Photoreceptor, Griff Halloran, and Poe Dameron, White and Orange Pilot Outfit.
Is set 75242 mainly a vehicle build or a location build?
It is mainly a vehicle build centred on the Black Ace TIE Interceptor. The included characters provide context for play and display around the craft.
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