Darth Vader Minifigure

Name: Darth Vader Minifigure
Brand: LEGO
SKU: sw0981
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (2 reviews)

The LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader minifig was first introduced in 2018 in the set 75251 Darth Vader's Castle and is currently estimated to be valued around $46 and an annual growth of about 17.5%.

sw0981 Darth Vader in Bacta Tank outfit. This version of the Darth Vader minifigure is exclusive to the LEGO Darth Vader's Castle set.

Darth Vader, also known as Anakin Skywalker, is a central character in the Star Wars franchise who becomes a Sith Lord and serves the Galactic Empire.

Darth Vader Value (New/Loose)

This represents the current value of the minifig Darth Vader since 2018. High accuracy

Collector and Investor Standing

Collectors make a fuss over Darth Vader in his Bacta Tank outfit; investors take a steadier view. He appeared only in Darth Vader's Castle, which gives Star Wars collectors a specific reason to seek him out. Investor interest is broad too, though his standing stays more measured.

95/100

Collector

Among the most wanted

Castle exclusive Vader draws strong collector interest

63/100

Investor

In the middle of the pack

Castle exclusive with broad member interest

For Sale (New/Loose)

	(HK) Never assembled.	$27.64 -39.6%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars: Darth Vader Minifigure with Lightsaber and Extra Black Cape	BrickEconomy Choice $28.31 -38.1%
	(CA) BrickLink store a-brick-fan	$28.97 -36.7%
	(US) Lego Star Wars: Darth Vader Minifigure Sw0004 (Chrome Hilt)	$28.99 -36.6%
	(DE) Zusammengesetz im Zip Bag. Keine Gebhren.	$29.49 -35.5%
	(US) BrickLink store Joobert's Emporium	$29.81 -34.8%
	(US) LEGO Darth Vader w Saber Minifigure Star Wars sw0209 RARE RETIRED NEW MINT -MB	$29.99 -34.4%
	(US) Assembled once, no cracks or wear	$30.00 -34.4%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Minifigure SW0586 New 2014	$30.00 -34.4%
	(US) BrickLink store Laugh it up fuzzball	$30.30 -33.8%
	(KR) BrickLink store Tall Tall shop	$31.51 -31.1%
	(HK) BrickLink store Seismic Brick Shop	$32.00 -30.1%
	(AT) BrickLink store Brickart.at	$32.53 -28.9%
	(US) New, never assembled	$33.49 -26.8%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars sw0214 - Darth Vader Minifigure 6211 NEW	$33.59 -26.6%
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	(US) BrickLink store Wicked Good Bricks	$33.95 -25.8%
	(US) BrickLink store Stonewater Bricks	$34.00 -25.7%
	(US) BrickLink store SD Brickz	$34.68 -24.2%
	(US) Little to no swing wear.	$34.85 -23.8%
	(MX) Sin accesorio	$34.86 -23.8%
	(US) BrickLink store Supreme.Bricks	$34.99 -23.5%
	(US) Never Assembled	$34.99 -23.5%
	(US) LEGO Minifigure Star Wars sw0981 Darth Vader (Bacta Tank) 75251	$34.99 -23.5%
	(US) LEGO Darth Vader (Bacta Tank) Minifigure sw0981	$35.00 -23.5%
	(US) - Minifig ref #sw0981	$35.19 -23.1%
	(CA) BrickLink store The Pack Gambler	$36.03 -21.2%
	(DE) BrickLink store alsterbrick	$36.36 -20.5%
	(CA) BrickLink store DuncBricks	$37.03 -19.1%
	(US) Never assembled	$38.54 -15.8%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Minifigure (Genuine) sw0209 -MB	$39.99 -12.6%
	(HU) Never assembled	$40.50 -11.5%
	(US) P0001	$41.00 -10.4%
	(US) assembled	$41.96 -8.3%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Gingerbread Darth Vader Minifigure sw1483 from 40806 AT-AT New	$42.99 -6.0%
	(US) BrickLink store The Plastic Mason	$43.40 -5.1%
	(US) BrickLink store Casa de Bricks	$43.87 -4.1%
	(US) Brand new, assembled	$44.00 -3.8%
	(IT) BrickLink store Pianeta Mattoncino - SALE	$44.83 -2.0%
	(CA) BrickLink store rapidos2	$44.95 -1.7%
	(US) LEGO Gingerbread Darth Vader (sw1483) LEGO MINIFIGURE	$44.99 -1.7%
	(US) BrickLink store Figure it Out Bricks	$45.00 -1.6%
	(TH) Assembled in very good condition	$45.27 -1.0%
	(US) BrickLink store 401BRICKS	$46.00 +0.5%
	(US) BrickLink store Hoagie's House of Bricks	$48.00 +4.9%
	(US) Assembled no swing no cracks	$50.00 +9.3%
	(IT) 75251 new	$50.52 +10.4%
	(PT) BrickLink store Martins' store	$50.63 +10.7%
	(CH) BrickLink store Swiss Prime Bricks	$50.75 +10.9%
	(CA) BrickLink store Capstone Bricks	$52.19 +14.1%
	(CZ) assembled	$54.02 +18.1%
	(FR) BrickLink store Minifigurines.fr	$55.99 +22.4%
	(US) BrickLink store EmpireBricksNY	$56.48 +23.5%
	(FR) BrickLink store Sunshine	$57.41 +25.5%
	(US) BrickLink store Around the Clock Bricks	$57.60 +25.9%
	(AU) LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Minifigure Sith Lord Bacta Tank Outfit 75251 sw0981	$58.36 +27.6%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Minifigure Darth Vader (Bacta Tank) (Genuine)	$62.99 +37.7%
	(FR) BrickLink store BrickPlus	$65.18 +42.5%
	(ES) assembled	$69.74 +52.4%
	(US) LEGO STAR WARS: Darth Vader (20th Anniversary Torso) sw 1029	$70.00 +53.0%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Minifigure Darth Vader (75150) (Genuine)	$73.99 +61.7%
	(US) \ pristine	$76.00 +66.1%
	(US) LEGO STAR WARS DARTH VADER MINIFIGURE PROTOTYPE TRANS CLEAR	$79.00 +72.7%
	(US) LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Minifigure Prototype Monochrome Trans Medium Blue	$84.00 +83.6%
	(US) LEGO 75461 Star Wars Up-Scaled Darth Vader Minifigure - New Free Shipping	$125.00 +173.2%

For Sale Ranges

This chart shows the sales listing trends of Darth Vader.

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the last 3 months of new/loose LEGO Darth Vader.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/loose LEGO Darth Vader.

Market Momentum

Bullish

Sold prices on the resale market are rising.

BearishBullish

DemandUpper half in Star Wars

Very high demand

12 months agoToday

Value trendFlat over 3 months

Up 5% over the year

12 months agoToday

SalesSold prices up 16%

Selling slower

MaySep

Outlook:7% bearish·71% neutral·22% bullish

Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Darth Vader Appears in the Following LEGO Set


	75251 Darth Vader's Castle Theme Star Wars Year 2018 Pieces / Minifigs 1,060 / 6 Availability Retired Buy this set at Amazon eBay BrickLink	Retail $129.99 Value $224.68 Growth +72.8% Annual growth 11.4% I own this set I want this set

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

Darth Vader Questions

What is LEGO Darth Vader (sw0981) worth?

Today's value for Darth Vader, new and loose, is $45.75. That is up 4% over the last 12 months.

What set is Darth Vader (sw0981) from?

Darth Vader is exclusive to 75251 Darth Vader's Castle (2018).

Can you still buy Darth Vader (sw0981) at retail?

No. 75251 Darth Vader's Castle (2018) is retired, so Darth Vader is no longer sold new by LEGO.

Is Darth Vader (sw0981) worth more than when released?

Yes. Since release, the value of Darth Vader is up 890%. That is about 17.5% a year.

What will Darth Vader (sw0981) be worth next year?

In a year, Darth Vader is forecast at $49.34, up about 8% on today. A forecast is an estimate, not a promise.

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Minifig Details

Minifig number

sw0981

Name

Darth Vader

Theme

Star Wars

Year

2018

Released

December 2018

Sets

1Exclusive

Availability

Retired

Minifig Pricing

New/Loose

Value

$45.75

Growth

+890.26%

Annual growth

+17.48%

Rolling growth

+4.46% (Previous 12 months)

1-year growth

+7.85% (12 month outlook)

Future growth

+8.71% (2-5 year outlook)

*Value is for new/loose minifig.

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$28.31

Highest price

$125.00

BrickLink

Buy

Lowest price

$27.64

Highest price

$76.00

*Listings are for new/loose minifig.

Minifig Predictions

1 year forecast

$49.34

5 year forecast

$68.92

Weaker outlook

Stronger outlook

The forecast puts the Darth Vader minifigure at about $68.92 in five years. That is in line with most minifigures.

Prediction Insights

Investors and collectors both hold Darth Vader in strong standing. Its value is well above the norm for its peers and many members own it, and its asking price held about level from one year to the next despite a large number of listings in new condition.

Minifig Facts

The Darth Vader in Bacta Tank outfit LEGO minifigure, identified as sw0981, represents Darth Vader in his Bacta Tank. This version is from the 2017 "Star Wars: Rogue One" series and includes a detailed mold of Darth Vader’s head under the tank helmet, showcasing his battle scars. The minifigure reflects the character's recovery process, notably seen in the film where Anakin Skywalker, now Darth Vader, heals in a Bacta tank. It is found in the set "Darth Vader's Castle" (75251), capturing an iconic scene from the Star Wars saga.

Common description: Darth Vader (Bacta Tank)

Darth Vader Reviews

2 reviews

4.9

Collectors

Investors

Is this LEGO minifigure a good investment?

“With an annualized growth rate of about 11.2%, the Darth Vader minifig has proven to be a solid investment for LEGO enthusiasts. It also remains highly sought after by Star Wars collectors.”

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Community Stats

Darth Vader (sw0981) currently ranks #3 out of the top owned loose minifigs that are related.

#1Royal Guard (sw0521b)

#2Darth Vader (sw0636b)

#3Darth Vader (sw0981)

#4Imperial Transport Pilot (sw0982)

#5Luke Skywalker (sw0342)

#6Luke Skywalker (sw0957)

#7Finn in Bacta Suit (sw1033)

#8Mouse Droid (sw0983)

About Star Wars

The LEGO Star Wars theme, introduced in 1999 and still running, has an extensive range of minifigures based on characters from the Star Wars franchise. Key minifigures include Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi and many others from the films, TV shows and expanded universe.

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