Today we're taking a quick look at the contents of the LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series 75417 AT-ST Walker set , a 1513-piece box currently available for pre-order on the official LEGO online store and on Amazon at a public price of €199,99 and which will be available from August 1, 2025.
This set finally takes over this year from reference 10174 Imperial AT-ST, which was sold between 2006 and 2008. It was about time LEGO revisited the theme, taking advantage of the availability of new elements added to the LEGO inventory since then, as well as the techniques developed by the designers currently working within the manufacturer's creative team. The 2006 version was by no means inferior; it adhered to the conventions of the time and already made the most of the available parts available almost 20 years ago.
This new interpretation of the machine logically inherits some technical and aesthetic choices already present on the first attempt to offer an Ultimate Collector Series version of the biped, it faces the same problems of overall stability which must be ensured at the cost of some compromises.
The model, delivered in the 14 bags of this box, is quickly assembled, and opening the last bag leaves you wanting more, especially when compared to other products in the Ultimate Collector Series that offer a more extended building experience. The subject matter dictates the size of the set; the AT-ST remains a relatively small vehicle, and its LEGO brick representation doesn't require an excessive number of pieces.
The fact remains that we will inevitably find pleasure in seeing the machine take shape and that certain sub-assemblies bring their dose of satisfaction, such as the interior layout of the cabin, a space that was empty on the 2006 version, or the progressive installation of the different panels that give its final shape to the cabin.
The rest is based on elements from the Technic ecosystem for the two legs and various Plates for the cab body. Notable features include rubber pads under the legs for anti-slip protection, the integration of subtle "rust" elements on the vehicle's structure, and an overall contemporary finish with a well-balanced mix of textured surfaces and smooth areas.
The roof hatch is correctly sized, the handrail is present, the weaponry is nicely executed, and even if the overall look is a bit clunky, the level of detail is, in my opinion, more than adequate for a product bearing the Ultimate Collector Series label . The presence of the blades at the front of the landing gear is also a welcome addition, as is the finish on the rear of the cab, which is now aesthetically more faithful to the version seen on screen.
Although it is not as graceful as the reference model seen on screen, the model is perfectly stable on its supports, we feel that this was an absolute concern for LEGO and it is confirmed from the first pages of the instruction booklet almost as an excuse to justify the errors of the design.
So we could spend hours in vain trying to demonstrate that this AT-ST is not correctly proportioned, that the angles of the cabin are a little exaggerated, that its legs are too thick, that its feet are too big and that the whole thing is ultimately not so faithful to the reference model for a model intended for collectors.
And in any case, we can only come to the conclusion that the aesthetic and technical compromises at work here are ultimately only at the service of the stability of this 37 cm high construction, which is not a problem in itself but which may disappoint some fans who were hoping to obtain the ultimate model correctly proportioned and 100% faithful to the reference machine.
The legs are not articulated, so it is impossible to present this AT-ST in a more dynamic position with a movement effect that would perhaps have allowed it to bring a little visual lightness. You will have to be content with the planned pose by orienting the cabin according to the direction of display.
Incidentally, it's worth noting that the blue elastic that held the cabin's side panels in place in the 2006 version has been replaced with rubber inserts. This is good news, even if the alignments between the cabin's various panels are still a bit rough.
The vehicle is obviously not minifig scale and even less so the scale of the AT-AT from set 75313 UCS AT-AT , LEGO simply chooses the most suitable scale for each of its models without much concern for the cohesion between the different offerings.
The sticker supply is limited here, there are only five stickers to stick on this model and we will especially remember those used for the cockpit seats with "fake" black ingots which attempt to ensure visual continuity with the parts present on the back of the two seats.
The vehicle comes with a single minifigure, even though it accommodates two pilots. The pilot has a rather convincing look, featuring elements already seen in set 75394 Imperial Star Destroyer , printed arms, and a helmet with a slightly less distorted goggle design than previous versions. Only the black boots are missing to make the minifigure, displayed on its stand with the traditional nameplate, perfect.
Priced at €200, this display model can be considered an affordable product within the Ultimate Collector Series , a range often characterized by price gouging and which promises further exorbitantly expensive sets in the future. This set is therefore a relatively accessible entry point into this world for passionate collectors, offering a beautiful and sufficiently detailed model to grace a shelf.
This box is not exclusive to the official online store; it will be available elsewhere than at LEGO from August 1, 2025, and it will therefore quickly be possible to pay less than its retail price.
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| Bagginseez - Comment posted the 20/07/2025 at 18:28 |
