LEGO Star Wars 75278 D-O

Specifications
| Set number | 75278 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 |
| Piece count | 519 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 75278 D-O was released in 2020 and represents the droid D-O from “The Rise of Skywalker”. With 519 pieces, it belongs to the Star Wars theme as a buildable character model intended mainly for display.
D-O is a droid from the Star Wars universe, associated with the film “The Rise of Skywalker”. Set 75278 recreates the character in brick form, focusing on the tilted head, compact body and single wheel that define its outline. Within the Star Wars theme, it fits among character and droid models rather than spacecraft, locations or battle based playsets.
The build is centered on capturing the overall shape of the droid, with visible mechanical detailing and a design that refers to the on screen character.
This set is mainly suited to Star Wars collectors who want a recognizable droid for a shelf or display area. It may also appeal to builders interested in unusual character shapes and non humanoid subjects. Compared with many Star Wars sets based on vehicles, settings or minifigure scenes, D-O has a more display oriented role and represents a single character rather than a broader moment from the story.
Inventory of set 75278
The inventory of set 75278 lists 519 pieces, spare parts excluded: 150 different lots (one shape in one color) for 118 part shapes. The box also contains 15 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75278
Main color: white, making up 35% of the parts, followed by black (24%) and tan (7.7%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 182 | 35% | |
| Black | 123 | 24% | |
| Tan | 40 | 7.7% | |
| Green | 33 | 6.4% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 32 | 6.2% | |
| Dark Tan | 26 | 5% | |
| Blue | 26 | 5% | |
| Red | 23 | 4.4% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 16 | 3.1% | |
| Yellow | 6 | 1.2% | |
| Other colors (4) | 11 | 2.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 89 | 17% | |
| Bricks Curved | 71 | 14% | |
| Plates Special | 40 | 7.7% | |
| Technic Bricks | 40 | 7.7% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 38 | 7.3% | |
| Technic Pins | 37 | 7.1% |
Most common parts in set 75278
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] 32000 | White | 36 |
| Brick Curved 4 x 1 Double with No Studs 93273 | White | 26 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 20 |
| Brick Curved 3 x 1 No Studs 50950 | White | 16 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 14 |
| Brick Curved 3 x 1 No Studs 50950 | Green | 12 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | White | 11 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Tan | 10 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Blue | 9 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Black | 8 |
111 of the 118 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 75278
4 part shapes in set 75278 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. Counting colors, 5 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Hose, Pneumatic 4mm D. 31L / 248mm 5102c31 | Light Bluish Gray |
| Tile Round 2 x 2 with Black Lines print 14769pr9996 | Green |
| Cone Half 8 x 4 x 6 with 3 Black Lines/Stripes print 47543pr0007 | White |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75278-1 67898 |
Rebuilding set 75278 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75278 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75275 A-Wing Starfighter | 27% | 1,672 | 2020 |
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 75278 within its line
With 519 pieces, set 75278 ranks #247 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 490 sets released in 2020, it ranks #104.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 75278 D-O have?
LEGO set 75278 D-O has 519 pieces. It was released in 2020 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 75278 released?
Set 75278 D-O was released in 2020 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75278?
LEGO set 75278 D-O does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75278?
The instructions for LEGO set 75278 D-O can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75278.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75278?
White, with 182 out of 519 pieces, or 35%. Next come black (24%) and tan (7.7%).
How many different parts does set 75278 contain?
Set 75278 has 150 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 118 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] in white, with 36 copies.
Does LEGO set 75278 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 4 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Hose, Pneumatic 4mm D. 31L / 248mm.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75278?
Set 75275 A-Wing Starfighter, released in 2020: it supplies 27%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is this set based on a vehicle?
No. It represents the droid D-O from “The Rise of Skywalker” as a buildable model.
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