sw0029·Star Wars·1999
BrickLink completed sales. Prices updated September 2026. · Added to seller inventories 17 times in the last 30 days.
#1,278 most valuable in Star Wars · #7,199 of 18,342 priced minifigs
| BrickLink ID | sw0029 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Year Released | 1999 |
| Average Price (Used) | $4.58 |
| Average Price (New) | $9.93 |
| Price Range | $0.94 to $13.43 |
| Value Rank (Star Wars) | #1,278 of 1,590 |
| Value Rank (All Minifigs) | #7,199 of 18,342 |
| Parts | 3 |
| Found In | 7 sets |
Weekly snapshots of the BrickLink 6-month rolling average. Up $0.09 since July 13, 2026.
| Date | Used avg | New avg |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $4.49 | $8.64 |
| Sep 7, 2026 | $4.58 | $9.93 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | $4.58 | $9.93 |
The LEGO Astromech Droid R5-D4 (sw0029) is a Star Wars minifigure worth $4.58 on average, released in 1999 and found in 7 sets. It has 3 individual parts. By value, it ranks #1,278 of 1,590 Star Wars minifigures and #7,199 of 18,342 priced LEGO minifigures overall. The Star Wars theme average is $23.58, making this figure below average for its theme.
Astromech Droid, R5-D4 - Dome Head with Short Red Stripes (sw0029) is a common Star Wars minifigure, averaging $4.58 on BrickLink. It appears in 7 different sets, which keeps supply high and prices low. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually. Bundle it with other Star Wars figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
The LEGO Astromech Droid, R5-D4 - Dome Head with Short Red Stripes (sw0029) is worth $4.58 used and $9.93 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.94 to $13.43 depending on condition. This is below the Star Wars average of $23.58, making it one of the more affordable figures in the theme. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
Astromech Droid, R5-D4 - Dome Head with Short Red Stripes appears in 7 sets: Y-wing Attack Starfighter - UCS (10134-1, ~$568.10), TIE Fighter & Y-wing (7150-1, ~$195.30), TIE Fighter & Y-wing {Reissue} (7152-1, ~$234.86), and 4 more. Multiple set appearances mean there are plenty of these in circulation, which is why the price stays relatively accessible.
Look for the BrickLink ID sw0029. It's the definitive identifier for this figure. Astromech Droid, R5-D4 - Dome Head with Short Red Stripes is made up of 3 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Star Wars minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Star Wars Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.
