LEGO® Star Wars™ 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack: A Closer Look

The LEGO® Star Wars™ universe just got a little more exclusive. Alongside the highly anticipated 75419 Ultimate Collector Series Death Star, LEGO® has unveiled the 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack as a Gift With Purchase (GWP). If you’re planning to snag the UCS Death Star, this promotional set might just sweeten the deal.

What’s Inside the Box?

The 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack is a compact yet detailed set, featuring:

• A minifigure-scale TIE Fighter (smaller than the 2021 75300 Imperial TIE Fighter but larger than the Microfighter version).
• A hangar rack that connects directly to the UCS Death Star, ensuring a seamless display.
• Three minifigures: two Stormtroopers and a TIE Pilot, perfect for recreating iconic Star Wars™ scenes.
• A service cart with detachable brick-built equipment, adding to the authenticity of the Imperial hangar experience.

Despite its 236-piece count, the set packs a lot of playability and display value. The TIE Fighter is designed to be minifigure-compatible, with a detachable front to fit a pilot inside. It’s a clever way to expand the UCS Death Star’s hangar without overwhelming the build.

Availability and How to Get It

This GWP is only available from 1st to 7th October 2025 with the purchase of the 75419 UCS Death Star. That’s a tight window, so if you’ve been eyeing the Death Star, now’s the time to act. The TIE Fighter and its hangar rack are built to match the scale of the Imperial shuttle inside the Death Star, making it a must-have for Star Wars™ fans who love display-worthy sets.

Is It Worth It?

For LEGO® Star Wars™ collectors, this GWP is a no-brainer. The TIE Fighter is a classic design, and the hangar rack adds a layer of realism to the UCS Death Star. Plus, the inclusion of three minifigures, especially the TIE Pilot, makes it even more appealing.

But here’s the question: Will we see more $1,000 LEGO® sets in the future? The 75419 Death Star sets a new benchmark, and if this GWP is any indication, LEGO® isn’t shy about offering high-value incentives for big purchases.

Final Thoughts

The 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack is a fantastic addition to the UCS Death Star, blending playability and display appeal. If you’re already planning to buy the Death Star, this GWP is the cherry on top.

What do you think? Will you be picking up the UCS Death Star to get this set? Or are you holding out for the next big LEGO® Star Wars™ release?