sw0028·Star Wars·1999
BrickLink completed sales. Prices updated April 2026. · Added to seller inventories 19 times in the last 30 days.
#1,496 most valuable in Star Wars · #11,480 of 18,042 priced minifigs
| BrickLink ID | sw0028 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Year Released | 1999 |
| Average Price (Used) | $2.39 |
| Average Price (New) | $6.78 |
| Price Range | $0.40 to $10.00 |
| Value Rank (Star Wars) | #1,496 of 1,579 |
| Value Rank (All Minifigs) | #11,480 of 18,042 |
| Parts | 3 |
| Found In | 16 sets |
Weekly snapshots of the BrickLink 6-month rolling average. Flat over this period.
| Date | Used avg | New avg |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | $2.39 | $6.78 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $2.39 | $6.78 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $2.39 | $6.78 |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $2.39 | $6.78 |
The LEGO Astromech Droid R2-D2 (sw0028) is a Star Wars minifigure worth $2.39 on average, released in 1999 and found in 16 sets. It has 3 individual parts. By value, it ranks #1,496 of 1,579 Star Wars minifigures and #11,480 of 18,042 priced LEGO minifigures overall. The Star Wars theme average is $22.17, making this figure below average for its theme.
Astromech Droid, R2-D2 (sw0028) is a common Star Wars minifigure, averaging $2.39 on BrickLink. It appears in 16 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, R2-D2 (sw0028) is worth $2.39 used and $6.78 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $0.40 to $10.00 depending on condition. This is below the Star Wars average of $22.17, 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, R2-D2 appears in 16 sets: Sandcrawler (10144-1, ~$476.32), Jabba's Message (4475-1, ~$102.89), X-wing Fighter (Dagobah), Blue box (4502-1, ~$326.59), and 13 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 sw0028. It's the definitive identifier for this figure. Astromech Droid, R2-D2 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.
