R2-D2 revealed!

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A new large-scale version of everyone's favourite astromech droid is being released next month to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lucasfilm. Here's the press release:

75308 R2-D2, 2,314 pieces, rated 18+

€199, $199, £179,99, AU$329.99, CA$269.99

Available from 1st May at LEGO.com.

Billund, April 21, 2021: Today, the LEGO Group revealed a new product for the ultimate Star Wars fan collection: the LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 construction set, launched to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lucasfilm.

The galaxy’s most lovable droid can now be recreated in stunning detail with this 2,314 piece set, the most feature-packed LEGO brick version of R2-D2 from the LEGO Group to date. Adult LEGO builders and Star Wars fans alike can recreate their favourite moments from the films as they craft R2-D2’s unique retractable mid-leg, rotating head and a periscope. The model also has hidden tools tucked away, such as a lightsaber hilt hidden in a secret compartment in the head.

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