![]() ![]() In its later days, upgraded T-65C-A models were swiftly replacing the T-65B. Commander Wedge Antilles noted this was a reflection both on the skill of the pilots that flew it in combat and the ships were tough and agile enough to bring the pilot safely back to base even when outnumbered. The T-65B achieved a kill ratio of 3.27 to 1 against TIE/Ins up to the Battle of Hoth. Luke Skywalker and Wedge Antilles both flew T-65Bs into combat against the first Death Star. A substantial improvement over the A model led to the T-65B’s dominance of the space arena. Nav Computer: No (uses Astromech Droid programmed with up to 10 jumps)īackground: The T-65B was the workhorse of the Rebel Alliance X-wing fleet. Sure, it comes with some dull minifigs, and it isn’t the classic Y-Wing from the original trilogy, but it’s still well worth a look.Crew: 1 and Astromech Droid (can coordinate)Ĭrew Skill: Starfighter Pilot: 5D Starship Gunnery: 4D+2 Starship Shields: 3D You’ll get it for $70 from most retailers, and it’s still widely available. ![]() If you’d rather try a different flavor of Rebel fighter, the Rise of Skywalker Y-Wing is still available, and the ship itself is a fun build. You’ll be able to pick it up for around $90 in most stores, although it’s regularly on sale. It’s a slightly larger kit at 761 pieces, and the wings are a little more sturdy due to the large engines on the side. We’re going to assume you already have the TIE, and recommend that - if you don’t want this X-Wing - you get Po Dameron’s version instead, which is still available. We just wish we didn’t have to spend most of our time fixing it, rather than using it to save the Lego galaxy. While the build isn’t the most thrilling, it’s still fine for a two to three-hour project, and seeing such an iconic ship taking shape is quite satisfying. Overall, it’s great value at just under $50 (and even down to $40 in the sales), and you get a good-sized model for your money. If you or your kids are intending to play with it, we’d recommend real caution. It isn't really a collectors build, like the Lego Imperial Probe Droid, but it is iconic nonetheless. For collectors who will pop it on a shelf, this isn’t much of an issue, and anyone who wants it for the visuals only should absolutely snap this kit up. ![]() It’ll fall apart in even the most careful of hands if you try to play with it as intended. While we love the detail and authenticity of the Lego Star Wars X-Wing, we don’t love the quality of the finished model. (Image credit: Future) Should you buy the Lego Star Wars X-Wing? If you combine (and play with) the X-Wing vs the TIE Fighter, which everyone will want to do, it’s very obvious which craft is better built, and is more likely to survive the encounter (spoiler alert: it isn’t the X-Wing). While Luke and R2 fit neatly in the cockpit and droid slot respectively, they never feel snug, so they rattle around a little too. It's similar to the Lego AT-ST Raider, which feels a little shaky when you start to actually use it.Įlsewhere, the landing gear is really loose too, and keeps falling off, so it’s difficult to put down and pick up repeatedly without having to repair the model. We spent more time replacing pieces that fell off than our young tester actually spent playing with it, which is a real shame. Firing the green laser projectiles from the bottom wings is awkward to do, and you’ll likely knock off an exhaust port or two while you’re trying to access the spring-loaded mechanism. While the opening and closing of the S-foils is relatively satisfying, it does highlight how flimsy the wings feel when attached to the body of the craft. Sadly, it all falls apart when you start to play with it. This is a superb collector model for sure, and rivals the recent Lego TIE Fighter for ‘realism’. ![]() The colors are perfect, the stickers add an extra layer of detail, and the dimensions are excellent too. From the minifigs to the overall look of the spaceship, it’s very faithful. In terms of authenticity, the Lego Star Wars X-Wing is first-rate. ![]()
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