LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT is a masterclass in subverting expectations

LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT takes the Starship Collection in a new creative direction, showcasing the unlimited potential of midi-scale walkers.

The LEGO Group’s midi-scale Star Wars sets – including those of the Starship Collection – have covered only starships so far, and almost exclusively much larger vehicles capable of carrying entire armies through space. 75440 AT-AT stomps on to the scene next year to subvert all expectations and prove that this can and should be the future of midi-scale Star Wars models.

We weren’t expecting a walker to enter the LEGO Star Wars Starship Collection, but 75440 AT-AT is right at home in this scale, coming across as much bigger than the rest of the starships. Despite the difference in downsized dimensions, 75440 AT-AT makes better use of midi-scale than any of the starships before it, able to show off a variety of clever techniques and a fantastic swathe of detail, all without breaking the bank.

A LEGO Star Wars AT-AT under $80 is almost unheard of (save for this year’s festive addition), and while you won’t be packing any minifigures into 75440 AT-AT, that’s not to suggest that this miniature Imperial walker model is light on the interior. Despite the size and piece count, the build’s insides leave a good impression, referencing the likes of Octan for fuel, a thermal detonator (which should be in a different AT-AT, but we’ll let it slide), and three small Snowtroopers.

This continues in the head, featuring a miniature AT-AT pilot and General Veers at the helm of the walker. Admiring these interior details is easy too, only requiring the removal of one subassembly (or none for the head). The fact that it’s so easy to take off the outer plating of 75440 AT-AT to see these interior details is a testament to the designers.

Back on the outside of the walker, this model makes great use of the Starship Collection’s traditional display base, eschewing the black stand and instead leaving an impression on the familiar foundation as it steps across it. The mid-step pose recreated in 75440 AT-AT is fantastic, and sturdy to boot. The build leans on each of its legs as well as a small ramp that you won’t easily spot. The LEGO Star Wars team have made amazing use of the usually static mech limb pieces to achieve the illusion of movement on such a small scale.

This dynamic pose goes perfectly with the miniature Snowspeeder swooping around 75440 AT-AT, with a rope in tow to trip it up. It’s a simple addition, but one that demonstrates great usage of pieces rarely seen in LEGO Star Wars. It all combines to make for a standout LEGO Star Wars building experience from the first piece to the last.

The rest of the walker isn’t static either, as you can move the head with an accurately limited range of motion. It’s not often that midi-scale LEGO Star Wars sets are quite this interactive, and it’s hard not to love these small touches.

At £59.99 / $64.99 / €64.99, the 525-piece 75440 AT-AT isn’t a huge build, even compared to other midi-scale models, but right now it has additional appeal from being such a unique entry in this collection. In the event that other midi-scale walkers stomp on to the scene (an AT-TE, anyone?), this will quickly change.

At the time of writing, you won’t be disappointed in 75440 AT-AT for £59.99 / $64.99 / €64.99, and it’s a genuinely fun LEGO Star Wars set that looks fantastic on display. You’re unlikely to regret picking up this build in early 2026 and embracing this unusual addition to the Starship Collection.

Our honest opinion: LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT brings some much-needed diversity to the midi-scale range, proving that walkers can be just as good as starships at this scale.

This LEGO set was provided by the LEGO Group for review purposes.

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How long does it take to build LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT?

You’ll spend around an hour putting together LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT. None of the build was overly repetitive, despite appearances.

How many pieces are in LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT?

LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT is made up of 525 pieces, including the walker, the base, a tiny Snowspeeder and the transparent stand that holds the micro model aloft.

Can LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT stand without the base?

LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT is firmly connected to its black display base and does not easily stand unsupported. Overall, the model measures 17cm high, 19cm long and 11cm wide. It’s big enough to leave an impression without taking over your desk.

How much does LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT cost?

LEGO Star Wars 75440 AT-AT will launch on January 1, 2025 for £59.99 / $64.99 / €64.99.