[US] 10198 Tantive IV Now Available
The oh-so-desirable 10198 Tantive IV is now available at LEGO Shop@Home. And with free shipping (on all orders over $75) it makes the deal even sweeter. Hit the image to order!
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Additional 10198 Tantive IV Images
I saw the Tantive IV set today in person. It is pretty small and dinky. I was hoping for a larger set with a hallway to recreate the iconic opening battle scene in ANH, but alas, it was not meant to be. Still, for such a small model, it’s pretty detailed. You can view the 10198 Tantive IV flickr set here. Some highlights below:
By the way, the cones are trans-clear elements with printed surfaces.
Ace "onions" Kim | July 22nd, 2009 | News
10198 Tantive IV First Look
Take a look at the first official images of the Tantive IV playset. Weighing in at 1,408 pcs, it includes 5 minifigs including an exclusive Captain Antilles minifigure. It will be available starting in September for a cool price of $149.99 (CA $199.99 / UK £ 97.86 / DE € 149.99). Here’s the official Press Release:
The Star Wars™ saga begins!
Blasting through space with Darth Vader’s Star Destroyer in pursuit, the Tantive IV blockade runner carries Princess Leia, C-3PO and R2-D2 on a vital mission for the Rebel Alliance. Celebrate the entire Star Wars saga with this all-new version of the very first starship seen in the films! The Tantive IV features an opening cockpit, rotating and elevating turbo laser cannons, rotating radar dish, removable roof section and interior command center. It also includes an opening compartment with removable cargo transport vehicle and 2 detachable escape pods for the droids to make their getaway with the Death Star plans! Includes Princess Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, Captain Antilles and Rebel Trooper minifigures. Measures 20.5″ (52 cm) x 7.5″ (19 cm) x 5.5″ (14 cm).
· Includes 5 minifigures: Princess Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, Captain Antilles and a Rebel Trooper!
· Open the cockpit and place 2 minifigures inside!
· Turbo laser cannons on top and bottom can rotate and elevate
· Features a removable roof!
· Lots of interior details including Leia’s desk and command center with seats for 2 minifigures!
· Open the storage compartment to reveal the cargo transport vehicle
· Features rotating radar disc and 2 detachable escape pods!
· Measures 20.5″ (52 cm) long, 7.5″ (19 cm) wide and 5.5″ (14 cm) tall
