New LEGO Ultimate Collector Series R2-D2 Coming in May (Video)

LEGO will be launching an exclusive Ultimate Collector Series R2-D2 this May with a personal appearance and announcement tonight at Bricks by the Bay and we have a video for you to check out.


10225 R2-D2™
Ages 16+
2,127 pieces
US $179.99 CA $229.99

Presenting the Ultimate Collector Series R2-D2™ – the best-loved droid in the Star Wars galaxy!Presenting the iconic R2-D2 as you’ve never seen him before! Everyone’s favorite droid from the Star Wars galaxy is now part of the Ultimate Collector Series and features fantastic detailing, such as retractable third leg, front panels that open to reveal a universal computer interface arm and a circular saw, rotating head and 2 fold-out front spacecraft linkage control arms. With the included fact plaque and R2-D2 minifigure, this diminutive model is the perfect addition to your LEGO® Star Wars™ collection!

• Ultimate Collector Series R2-D2™!
• Features retractable third leg!
• Front panels open to reveal a universal computer interface arm and circular saw!
• Features realistic rotating head!
• R2-D2 features 2 fold-out front spacecraft linkage control arms!
• Includes fact plaque and R2-D2 minifigure!
• Measures over 12” (31 cm) high and 7” (18 cm) wide!

Available for sale beginning May 2012