This is LEGO set 75081 - T-16 Skyhopper from the LEGO Star Wars theme with 247 pieces, which came out in 2015.

The build is a lot of fun and there're no stickers to worry about, and it is easy to build. This set also includes 2 minifigures and a vehicle. The wings can be moved up and down and on each side is a flick-missile. The walls on the side can be opened, if you want to put the pilot into the cockpit. This set is a fantastic set for minifigures.

Pro:

- Minifigures
- Playability

Contra:

- Stickers

All in all, this set is a great set and I would HIGHLY recommend you to get this. You can find this set on eBay and BrickLink for sure. Here is the link where you can check out the full gallery I made for this set on my website: www.klokriecher.de

Videos I made of this set:

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Review

Oh man, this model is so big, only 247 parts but you get bigger bricks and plates. It looks more like a 50 Euro set. It is very stable and all you want of a SW model. I highly recommend to get one!

The lego Star Wars T-16 Sky hopper is a favorite. Overall, It is amazing. The build is somewhat tough though. The parts are amazing too. the playability is that you have to use imagination because it had 0 screentime. $24.99 for 247 is a good ppp ratio.

Despite it's lack of true presence as a Star Wars craft, there is still some real charm to the T-16 for fans of the original trilogy. When I saw this set on the roster for 2015, I was quite astounded by the impressive accuracy and geometry of the model (especially compared to the 2003 version...), and I can now say after actually purchasing the set, it more than exceeds my expectations!

Box/Instructions

The packaging and instructions are your standard fair. I admit that I care little about either so long as the model is good. Nonetheless, the box is eye-catching and the instructions are clear.

Parts

Parts selection is probably the least exciting of this model's offerings. Though I'm sure the windscreen parts could be used very cleverly on a MOC, beyond that there's not much to see here besides a lot of gray.Stll, it is not bad by any means. The price to part ratio is good too, seeing as it falls right about at the 10 cent mark (United States).

Minifigures

The set includes two minifigures, both of which are unique to this model. The pilot, though by no means iconic, is really nice looking with a dark red suit and a very nicely printed gray pilot helmet (a part that I have always been very fond of). He includes a small blaster pistol that can be conveniently stored in the crate that sits in the rear of the ship itself.

The Tusken Raider really looks impressive. This is only the second one that we've seen in the 15+ years of Lego Star Wars, and the first to have a unique mold. It looks great overall, and is actually well-complemented by it's weapon; a creative use of parts that looks strikingly similar to the oddly shaped staff we see in the film.

The set also includes a "Womp rat", and while it technically bears little resemblance to the actual creature, it is a clever reference to Luke's iconic quote and I find the use of a simple Lego rat somewhat humorous and charming.

The build

The building process is actually quite enjoyable, with lots of technic and system pieces locking together in all kinds of nice ways. It does not feel repetitive or simple, but offers lots of creative techniques and features. The only downside of building is the stickers, which all must be placed with a particular amount of preciseness in order to make sure that the model looks correct. This can be difficult, and consumed a lot of my time (though I am a bit picky when it comes to stickers).

The completed model

I really think this model is one of my favorite screen-to-set adaptions that I've built. The triangular geometry is handled nearly seamlessly with an amazing looking cockpit design. The colors all match up well to the original, and it looks great from just about any angle. It is also extremely sturdy. The technic skeleton holds that huge wing together soundly, and it can take a real beating. That said, I give the model an "A+" on the "swooshability" scale. You can fly it all around and make all the silly sound effects you want, and it will remain intact and looking good at all times (and I say that from experience!). Plus, it has two spring-loaded missiles, which means you can literally bulls-eye Womp rats, and that to me is exciting! The only real weaknesses in this set are 1) a somewhat crude back-end (more details around the thruster would have been nice) 2) the missiles are somewhat of an eyesore seeing as they clearly stick out of the back (though this can be easily amended by simply removing the launchers).

Overall opinion

In summary:

Pros:

-Amazingly reflects the geometry and detail of the original source material

-Cool and unique minifigures

-Extremely stable despite such a tall wing.

-A more-than-satisfying value for your money

Cons:

-lackluster rear-detail

-There are prominent stickers on this model that would look quite dreadful if they ever peel...

Overall, The pros FAR outweigh the cons. I really can't recommend this set enough! Despite its obscurity, the T-16 still feels like a piece of Star Wars history, and I really think you'll find the Lego version just as satisfying! Hope my review was helpful; Happy Building!

Parts

There are many useful parts featured in this set. I quite like them all.

Minifigures

Minifigures are excellent. The Tusken Raider is perfectly detailed, the head is one of the best I've seen LEGO make. The T-16 pilot is also nicely detailed, featuring a great printed helmet and superb torso printing.

The build

The build was super fun, I especially liked building the top 'sail' part, which was very interestingly designed and makes me excited for Shuttle Tydirium coming later this year.

Overall opinion

The model is fantastic. I've placed it on a stand because I find he model looks better with the wings spread farther out to make sort of an upside down 'Y' shape. I love the spring-loaded shooters, even though they are not accurate to the film. The ship can be swooshed around, is very light, and would be great for adults or children alike. Excellent, cheap set. Get it as soon as you can!