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03-03-2012, 10:32 AM | #1 |
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I am not a star wars guy, but I would like to buy an X-wing fighter and a Luke Skywalker (in his x-wing flight suit) for display. I know there have been many versions of the x-wing fighter and Luke over the years, so my questions are what is the largest and most detailed version of the X-wing? What version of Luke has the most detail? Also what R2-D2 would work best with the X-wing? If you could post suggestions with pictures, that would be great.
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03-03-2012, 11:00 AM | #2 |
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I don't have pics of mine yet but the best one imo is the one from the Toys R Us Death Star Trench Battle set. It's a bit fatter than the 2002/2006 big X-Wings, but it has the most playability and is easier to handle.
It comes with a repainted VOTC X-Wing Luke, and a light saber which can be stored in the cockpit. Also has a joystick panel. Much easier to fit a pilot into the cockpit than previous versions(previous ones were tight fits). It's this reason why I think we will see a repaint of this paired with a new Vintage Jek Porkins in the future. No way Jek would be able to fit into the 2002/2006 models imo. A revealable proton torpedo launcher is built underneath the nose and the front landing skid now has an opening cover. Beneath the cockpit is a hidden compartment to store stuff. Overall I like it a lot. It even has a retractable sight system(the one Luke ditched in favor of the Force during his 2nd pass in the trench). Previously the only X-Wing that had a sight system was the Power FX X-Wing from 97, which had a non-removable Luke. Also this X-Wing already comes with an R2D2 that fits perfectly. If you can dig the slightly wider fuselage compared to the 2002/06 versions, I think this is the best one to get. Unfortunately, it is boxed with a mere repaint of Vader and his TIE Fighter, neither of which were retooled. Price is high too, $100. The X-Wing is the primary draw. If you don't already have Vader's TIE, the whole set is worth getting.
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03-03-2012, 01:35 PM | #3 |
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ah man, that sounds really badass. i have the dagobah crash one and i thought it was pretty rad. but all the additions like targeting computer and compartment makes that one even better.
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03-03-2012, 01:56 PM | #4 |
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The new one has a new detachable joystick/cockpit panel, connected by a rope so kids can't lose it. Basically you detach it to fit a figure in, and replace it once the figure is in. This makes it a LOT easier to get a plot in there. It's not a tight fit nor loose, it's just right. The S-Foils may actually be the only reused parts from the old big X-Wing, even the rear cockpit glass is present as clear plastic pieces, NOT painted on like previous X-Wing toys!
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03-03-2012, 02:11 PM | #5 |
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ah yeah i have the one with the swamp bits, creature, and 5 POA Luke figure. i think that's the 06 one from the saga collection.
best r2 i'd say is from the target 3 pack since i believe it's a repaint of the ones where the 3rd leg retracts when the head is turned. always wanted that version but never was able to get it while on clearance. i imagine it should fit in any x-wing easily best pilot luke is a tough one. none of them are perfect but overall i have the VOTC version in my x-wing which is a pretty decent new hope version. |
03-03-2012, 02:39 PM | #6 |
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The x-wing with the Death Star trench run set looks pretty sweet. How does its size (length and wingspan) compare with the Dagobah x-wing or wedges x-wing (target exclusive) or Red leaders X-wing?
I agree the VOTC x-wing Luke probably is the best out there right now. |
03-03-2012, 03:03 PM | #7 |
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I have the late 90s one. It's not bad, but I wouldn't recommend as the stickers just don't hold up at all. Though I don't have it, the death star trench one is quite good. It reminds me that I should have grabbed that oversize Falcon when it was on sale for under 100.
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03-03-2012, 03:11 PM | #8 |
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yeah that falcon... couldn't really afford it then, still can't justify the purchase today. i think if i did buy it, i'd have to fly it around the neighborhood making jet sounds and doing movie quotes. cuz that's not creepy at all.
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03-03-2012, 07:37 PM | #9 |
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ah yeah i have the one with the swamp bits, creature, and 5 POA Luke figure. i think that's the 06 one from the saga collection.
best r2 i'd say is from the target 3 pack since i believe it's a repaint of the ones where the 3rd leg retracts when the head is turned. always wanted that version but never was able to get it while on clearance. i imagine it should fit in any x-wing easily best pilot luke is a tough one. none of them are perfect but overall i have the VOTC version in my x-wing which is a pretty decent new hope version. That R2 you mentioned is the same as the one in the Trench set iirc. Fits very well, does not fall out. Quote:
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