Hot Toys has expanded its 1/6 scale Star Wars lineup with a new Jetpack Trooper figure modeled after its appearance in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, coinciding with Lucasfilm's disclosure of fresh production details regarding the upcoming feature film Star Wars: Starfighter.
Jetpack Trooper Specifications
The collectible figure stands 11.8 inches tall and incorporates 30 points of articulation. Hot Toys outfitted the trooper with weathered armor plating, an E-11 blaster rifle, a thermal detonator, and a magnetic jetpack that features attachable flame effects. Production runs are strictly capped at 2,000 units worldwide. Distribution will occur through select regional markets, including Sideshow, with pre-orders opening ahead of the scheduled fourth-quarter release in late 2026.
Starfighter Plot Details
Lucasfilm provided concrete narrative parameters for Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy. The film takes place five years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Ryan Gosling stars as Kade Auberon, described as a cynical rogue who operates a decommissioned G17 Imperial Reaper starfighter. The plot centers on Auberon protecting a young companion, played by Flynn Gray, as they navigate the post-war galactic underworld.
The simultaneous announcements highlight Lucasfilm's dual strategy of maintaining near-term hardware releases for collectors while establishing the narrative framework for its post-sequel trilogy cinematic slate.
The inclusion of the G17 Imperial Reaper as Auberon’s primary vessel marks a significant departure from the standard X-wing or TIE fighter aesthetics typically associated with the franchise. By utilizing a decommissioned Imperial craft, the film leans into the salvaged, gritty reality of the galaxy’s fragmented state following the collapse of the First Order. This choice of hardware reflects the film's broader thematic focus on the remnants of power and the scavengers who inhabit the lawless fringes of the New Republic’s reach.
For collectors, the technical precision of the Jetpack Trooper serves as a physical manifestation of the franchise's enduring commitment to high-end merchandise. The limited run of 2,000 pieces suggests that Hot Toys is targeting a premium tier of the hobbyist market, emphasizing rarity and craftsmanship. This exclusivity strategy aligns with the studio’s broader effort to curate a sense of prestige around its intellectual property, ensuring that both the cinematic universe and its associated physical collectibles remain highly sought-after commodities.
As the production timeline for Starfighter progresses, the industry will be watching closely to see how director Shawn Levy balances the legacy expectations of the Star Wars brand with the introduction of original characters like Auberon. The chemistry between Gosling and Gray is expected to anchor the film, providing a human element to the high-stakes dogfights and atmospheric world-building that define the post-sequel era. With pre-orders for the Trooper figure looming and the film’s narrative stakes clearly defined, Lucasfilm appears to be successfully synchronizing its merchandising and cinematic roadmaps to maximize fan engagement well into the latter half of the decade.
