LEGO Star Wars 7957 Sith Nightspeeder

Specifications
| Set number | 7957 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2011 |
| Piece count | 214 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 7957, Sith Nightspeeder, depicts a vehicle connected with Anakin Skywalker’s opponents in the setting of The Clone Wars. Released in 2011, it belongs to the Star Wars theme and uses 214 parts to build a dark side focused scene.
Set 7957, Sith Nightspeeder, sits within the Star Wars range associated with the animated The Clone Wars setting. Its subject is not a large starship, but a compact, open vehicle suited to fast encounters and character driven conflict.
That figure selection gives the set a clear identity within the Clone Wars era rather than making it a generic vehicle pack.
The set works for play, display and focused Star Wars collecting. Its moderate footprint makes it easy to place in a The Clone Wars scene with other vehicles or character groups from the same setting.
Inventory of set 7957
The inventory of set 7957 lists 214 pieces, spare parts excluded: 74 different lots (one shape in one color) for 66 part shapes. The box also contains 6 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 7957
Main color: dark bluish gray, making up 42% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (19%) and reddish brown (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Bluish Gray | 89 | 42% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 41 | 19% | |
| Reddish Brown | 31 | 14% | |
| Black | 21 | 9.8% | |
| Trans-Red | 7 | 3.3% | |
| Yellow | 5 | 2.3% | |
| Trans-Brown | 4 | 1.9% | |
| Red | 4 | 1.9% | |
| Tan | 2 | 0.9% | |
| Pearl Titanium | 2 | 0.9% | |
| Other colors (5) | 7 | 3.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 48 | 22% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 43 | 20% | |
| Tiles | 16 | 7.5% | |
| Technic Bricks | 16 | 7.5% | |
| Plates Wedged | 11 | 5.1% | |
| Plates Special | 11 | 5.1% |
Most common parts in set 7957
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Sloped 18° 4 x 1 60477 | Dark Bluish Gray | 11 |
| Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 1 with Internal Stopper and No Front Stud Connection 4287c | Dark Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole 6541 | Light Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Bluish Gray | 9 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 3039 | Dark Bluish Gray | 9 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Reddish Brown | 9 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Reddish Brown | 6 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with Studs on 2 Sides 52107 | Black | 6 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
52 of the 66 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 7957
11 part shapes in set 7957 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. The table lists 8.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Brick Wedged, Sloped 4 x 4 Triple, Stud Notches with Sith Nightspeeder Print 2 48933pr0002 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Brick Wedged, Sloped 4 x 4 Triple, Stud Notches with Sith Nightspeeder Print 48933pr0001 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Torso Light Bluish Gray Armoured Bib Print (Asajj Ventress), Light Bluish Gray Arms, White Hands 973c14h27pr1794 | Black |
| Head Top Zabrak Horns with Yellow Print (Savage Opress) 92761pr0001 | Black |
| Minifig Neckwear Sports Hockey Body Armor with Savage Opress Print 93565pr0003 | Black |
| Torso Bare Chest, Muscles, Yellow Tribal Markings Print (Savage Opress), Black Arms, Yellow Hands 973c03h01pr1796 | Black |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 7957-1 95683 | |
| Hips and Black Legs with Dark Blue Belts and Leg Markings Print 970c03pr0259 | Black |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 7957 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 7957 within its line
With 214 pieces, set 7957 ranks #440 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 276 sets released in 2011, it ranks #102. That is less than half the average Star Wars set size.
Included minifigures
Anakin Skywalker, Black Robe, Black Legs (Clone Wars)Quantity : 1
Savage Opress -3626c HeadQuantity : 1
Asajj Ventress, Black Outfit (3626c Head)Quantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 7957 Sith Nightspeeder have?
LEGO set 7957 Sith Nightspeeder has 214 pieces. It was released in 2011 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 7957 released?
Set 7957 Sith Nightspeeder was released in 2011 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 7957?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 7957 Sith Nightspeeder: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 7957?
The instructions for LEGO set 7957 Sith Nightspeeder can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 7957.
What is the main color of LEGO set 7957?
Dark bluish gray, with 89 out of 214 pieces, or 42%. Next come light bluish gray (19%) and reddish brown (14%).
How many different parts does set 7957 contain?
Set 7957 has 74 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 66 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Sloped 18° 4 x 1 in dark bluish gray, with 11 copies.
Does LEGO set 7957 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 11 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Brick Wedged, Sloped 4 x 4 Triple, Stud Notches with Sith Nightspeeder Print 2.
Is set 7957 mainly tied to The Clone Wars?
Yes. The listed Anakin Skywalker variant and the inclusion of Savage Opress and Asajj Ventress place it clearly in a The Clone Wars context.
What makes the minifigure selection specific to this set?
The combination of Anakin Skywalker, Savage Opress and Asajj Ventress gives the model a focused character lineup rather than a broad or generic Star Wars selection.
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