Editor’s Note:  This review has been updated with our second look at TVC…

Original Review:  Chris - 3/12/2011 01:30 AM

This is definitely the best of the three AT-RT drivers released so far.  The upgraded hip articulation is a bit frustrating.  This figure is destined to interact with vehicles as it has “driver” right in the name.  However the hips joints take a page from Marvel Universe in that they want to rotate instead of slide up and down to facilitate sitting poses.  It can be done, but you may swear in the process.  The armor mold also limits the range of motion in places. A one point deduction for the frustrating hip articulation.  9 out of 10.

Updated Review:  Bret - 06/29/2018 07:05 AM

AT-RT drivers had only one very short scene of note, when they were riding a squad of AT-RT’s at night on Kashyyyk following Order 66.  Yet Hasbro has made, by my count, 143 versions of the character.  That’s only a slight exaggeration.  There were at least 3 versions of the figure in the basic paint scheme, but it was also released several times in variant unit colors, and the AT-RT itself was also released and re-released multiple times.  In any case, as Chris points out, this is the best version of the one you see on screen.  Perhaps it’s not the most exciting choice for a TVC release, but it’s a very good figure.

The sculpt and paint applications are excellent.  While removable helmets are usually frowned upon by most collectors, it works well with this particular figure.  The articulation allows for a variety of poses, including the sitting position required to interact with the AT-RT, although yes, it’s a little frustrating to get it there due to the hips.  The driver comes with a pair of weapons, including an unusual type that slings over his shoulder.  The figure is able to perform a THWG, so that’s a big plus.

It’s a very nice backgrounder, and a huge upgrade over previous iterations.  It works well in any Battle of Kashyyyk diorama, particularly you are so inclined to set one up of the post-Order 66 hunt.

Verdict: No Action 

Although you can nitpick, it is basically the definitive version of the character, with very little room for improvement.  It also only has a low to moderate premium on eBay, so it would seem it’s totally fine if Hasbro let’s this one pass into history.  A nice figure to have, but don’t break the bank looking for one.

Verdict Guide:
Re-sculpt = The figure is not definitive, and a new version should be developed.
Re-issue = This version is definitive (or close enough), and shows sufficient secondary market demand to warrant a straight repack.
No Action = This release does not require new attention.