LEGO Star Wars 7959 Geonosian Starfighter

Specifications
| Set number | 7959 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2011 |
| Piece count | 163 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Star Wars set 7959, “Geonosian Starfighter”, represents a Geonosian craft from the Star Wars universe.
Set 7959 focuses on a Geonosian vehicle, placing it within a specific part of the Star Wars license. In the LEGO Star Wars theme, it is best understood as a compact vehicle set rather than a location build or a broad scene with many separate structures.
The build uses 163 pieces to create the Geonosian Starfighter. This selection brings together a Geonosian, a Jedi, and a clone character, giving the model a clear story context while keeping the set focused on the craft itself.
For display, it can be placed with other Star Wars vehicles. For play, the included figures support encounters between Geonosians, Jedi, and clone forces without requiring a larger environment.
Inventory of set 7959
The inventory of set 7959 lists 163 pieces, spare parts excluded: 74 different lots (one shape in one color) for 73 part shapes. The box also contains one spare part, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 7959
Main color: dark bluish gray, making up 35% of the parts, followed by reddish brown (21%) and light bluish gray (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Bluish Gray | 57 | 35% | |
| Reddish Brown | 35 | 21% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 20 | 12% | |
| Dark Orange | 17 | 10% | |
| Black | 11 | 6.7% | |
| White | 6 | 3.7% | |
| Tan | 4 | 2.5% | |
| Dark Tan | 3 | 1.8% | |
| Light Nougat | 3 | 1.8% | |
| Dark Brown | 2 | 1.2% | |
| Other colors (5) | 5 | 3.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 40 | 25% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 23 | 14% | |
| Plates Special | 16 | 9.8% | |
| Bricks Curved | 12 | 7.4% | |
| Plates Wedged | 10 | 6.1% | |
| Bricks Wedged | 10 | 6.1% |
Most common parts in set 7959
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] 11153 | Dark Orange | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Dark Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Reddish Brown | 6 |
| Brick Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] 11153 | Reddish Brown | 4 |
| Brick Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pins and Axle Hole 30000 | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Reddish Brown | 4 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 3039 | Reddish Brown | 4 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Double Concave 3046a | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
57 of the 73 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 7959
2 part shapes in set 7959 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, 3 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Torso Robe with Tan Undershirt, Reddish Brown Belt Print (Ki-Adi-Mundi), Tan Arms, Light Nougat Hands 973c26h02pr1797 | Dark Brown |
| Minifig Head Ki-Adi-Mundi, Large Eyes, White Eyebrows, Beard and Mustache Print [Blocked Open Stud] 3626bpr0809 | Light Nougat |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 7959 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 7959 within its line
With 163 pieces, set 7959 ranks #484 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 #123. That is less than half the average Star Wars set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 7959 Geonosian Starfighter have?
LEGO set 7959 Geonosian Starfighter has 163 pieces. It was released in 2011 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 7959 released?
Set 7959 Geonosian Starfighter was released in 2011 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 7959?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 7959 Geonosian Starfighter: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 7959?
The instructions for LEGO set 7959 Geonosian Starfighter can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 7959.
What is the main color of LEGO set 7959?
Dark bluish gray, with 57 out of 163 pieces, or 35%. Next come reddish brown (21%) and light bluish gray (12%).
How many different parts does set 7959 contain?
Set 7959 has 74 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 73 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] in dark orange, with 8 copies.
Does LEGO set 7959 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Robe with Tan Undershirt, Reddish Brown Belt Print (Ki-Adi-Mundi), Tan Arms, Light Nougat Hands.
Is set 7959 a vehicle set?
Yes, its main subject is the Geonosian Starfighter. The minifigures accompany the craft rather than replacing it as the focus.
See also
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