Shadow ARF Trooper Minifigure

Name: Shadow ARF Trooper Minifigure
Brand: LEGO
SKU: sw0315
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (16 reviews)

The LEGO Star Wars Shadow ARF Trooper minifig was first introduced in 2011 in the set 2856197 Shadow ARF Trooper and is currently estimated to be valued around $600 and an annual growth of about 17.9%.

sw0315 The version of the minifigure is exclusive to the LEGO Shadow ARF Trooper set.

This version was from an exclusive promotional 2011 May the Fourth be with you promotion. The Shadow ARF Trooper is a specialized stealth reconnaissance soldier from the Star Wars universe, primarily deployed for covert operations.

Shadow ARF Trooper Value (New/Loose)

This represents the current value of the minifig Shadow ARF Trooper since 2011. High accuracy

For Sale (New/Loose)

	(US) LEGO 2856197 Star Wars: Shadow Arf Trooper (New Sealed In Bag)	BrickEconomy Choice $549.00
	(US) Lego Star Wars SHADOW ARF TROOPER SEALED POLYBAG RARE LIMITED EDITION 2856197	$588.94 -1.8%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Shadow Arf Trooper (2856197) - New Sealed Rare Minifigure Polybag	$599.98 +0.0%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/loose LEGO Shadow ARF Trooper.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/loose LEGO Shadow ARF Trooper.

Market Momentum

Neutral

Sold prices on the secondary market are rising, but momentum is holding level for now.

BearishBullish

Value trendFlat over 3 months

Up 11% over the year

12 months agoToday

Listings

Listings steady

SalesSold prices up 17%

Selling slower

MaySep

Outlook:7% bearish·86% neutral·7% bullish

Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Shadow ARF Trooper Appears in the Following LEGO Set


	2856197 Shadow ARF Trooper Theme / Subtheme Star Wars / Exclusive Minifigs Year 2011 Pieces / Minifigs 5 / 1 Availability Retired Buy this set at eBay BrickLink	promotional Value $580.00 Annual growth 11.2% I own this set I want this set

Compared with Other Shadow Trooper Minifigures

Shadow ARF Trooper is the most valuable of the Shadow Trooper minifigures. First, copies of this one are scarcer on the market than those of every figure below. On top of that, more members want Shadow ARF Trooper than any less valuable figure.

#1 of 6

By value, $600

$12$600

The most valuable in the group.

#1 of 6

By growth since release, +5,897%

+256%+5,897%

The biggest gain in the group.

All Shadow Trooper Minifigures		Value
1	Shadow ARF Trooper sw0315	$600
2	Shadow Trooper sw0166	$32
3	Shadow Trooper sw1031	$26
4	Shadow Trooper sw0166a	$21
5	Shadow Stormtrooper sw0603	$12
6	Shadow Guard sw0604	$12

Shadow Trooper Minifigures

*Values are based on loose minifigs in like new condition.

Shadow ARF Trooper Questions

What is the value of LEGO Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315)?

A new, loose Shadow ARF Trooper minifigure is valued at $599.70 today. That is up 4% in 2025.

Which LEGO set has the Shadow ARF Trooper minifigure (sw0315)?

Shadow ARF Trooper appears in one set, 2856197 Shadow ARF Trooper (2011), and in no other.

Can you still buy Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315) at retail?

No. 2856197 Shadow ARF Trooper (2011) is retired, so Shadow ARF Trooper is no longer sold new by LEGO.

Has Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315) gone up in value?

Yes. Shadow ARF Trooper is worth 5,897% more than when released. That is about 17.9% a year.

How much could Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315) be worth in a year?

In a year, Shadow ARF Trooper is forecast at $656.19, up about 9% on today. A forecast is an estimate, not a promise.

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Minifig Details

Minifig number

sw0315

Name

Shadow ARF Trooper

Theme

Star Wars

Subtheme

Exclusive Minifigs

Year

2011

Released

May 2011

Sets

1Exclusive

Availability

Retired

Minifig Pricing

New/Loose

Value

$599.70

Growth

+5897.00%

Annual growth

+17.87%

2025 growth

+4.03%

1-year growth

+9.42% (12 month outlook)

Future growth

+9.29% (2-5 year outlook)

*Value is for new/loose minifig.

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$549.00

Highest price

$599.98

BrickLink

Buy

Price

~$605.70

*Listings are for new/loose minifig.

Minifig Predictions

1 year forecast

$656.19

5 year forecast

$936.25

Weaker outlook

Stronger outlook

The forecast puts the Shadow ARF Trooper minifigure at about $936.25 in five years. That is a better outlook than most minifigures.

Prediction Insights

Collectors and investors regard this minifigure well, and the Shadow ARF Trooper holds a value far above what is usual for its theme. Many members own it, and wanted lists run longer than ownership, which points to interest beyond current holders.

Minifig Facts

The Shadow ARF Trooper is a LEGO Star Wars minifigure that belongs to the Clone Trooper category. It first appeared in 2011 as part of LEGO's promotional giveaways and was later included in other limited releases. The minifigure is based on the Advanced Recon Force Troopers seen in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars series, specifically the ones with stealth capabilities. The armor is predominantly black with grey detailing, and it includes a helmet modeled after the ARF Trooper design. This minifigure is considered rare and highly sought after by collectors.

Shadow ARF Trooper Reviews

16 reviews

5.0

Collectors

Investors

Is this LEGO minifigure a good investment?

“With an annualized growth rate of about 13.3%, the Shadow ARF Trooper minifig has proven to be a strong investment for LEGO enthusiasts. It also remains highly sought after by Star Wars / Exclusive Minifigs collectors.”

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“As a part of the LEGO Star Wars series, it holds a high collectability value, especially for Star Wars fans. This minifigure was only available through a promotional offer from the LEGO Store for Star Wars Day (May 4) in 2011. Its limited availability makes it a sought-after... More collectible item. The Shadow ARF Trooper features a distinctive black and grey color scheme, setting it apart from the regular ARF trooper minifigures.”

Community Stats

Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315) currently ranks #6 out of the top owned loose minifigs that are related.

#1Shadow Stormtrooper (sw0603)

#2Shadow Guard (sw0604)

#3Shadow Trooper (sw0166a)

#4Shadow Trooper (sw0166)

#5Shadow Trooper (sw1031)

#6Shadow ARF Trooper (sw0315)

About Star Wars Exclusive Minifigs

The Star Wars Exclusive Minifigs are figures LEGO gave away or sold for a special occasion, and several are among the most sought after Star Wars minifigures. The chrome gold C-3PO was hidden at random in sets in 2007 for the 30th anniversary of Star Wars, and a chrome black Darth Vader and a white Boba Fett followed as promotional figures. Others include a chrome silver TC-14 protocol droid, a Shadow ARF Trooper, a classic grey Boba Fett, Han Solo in his Hoth gear and Luke Skywalker in a black hood and cape.

Star Wars Sets

Star Wars / Exclusive Minifigs Sets