If you’ve ever dreamed of piloting the Millennium Falcon through a LEGO hyperspace, but don’t quite have the budget (or display space) for the UCS monster, then the LEGO set 30708: Millennium Falcon might be just the brick-built escape pod you’re looking for, and for purchases in the Lego store this weekend it was free with purchases above €40, so came free with the purchase of the UCS Jango Fett’s Firespray-Class StarShip (75409).
Released as a polybag promotional set, 30708 offers a micro-scale model of Han Solo’s iconic freighter. At just 43 pieces, this set is not going to win any awards for complexity – but that’s not the point. What LEGO has delivered here is a surprisingly charming, desk-friendly tribute to the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.
First Impressions
Pulling the set out of the polybag, you’re immediately struck by its tiny size and clever use of parts. The designers have captured the shape of the Falcon remarkably well, using rounded slopes, studs-not-on-top techniques, and printed parts to simulate the cockpit and radar dish.
It’s minimalist, yes, but instantly recognisable. This is the LEGO design team flexing their creative muscles — delivering maximum Star Wars nostalgia with minimum plastic.
Build Experience
You can assemble 30708 in under 10 minutes, which makes it ideal as a coffee break build or as a way to introduce younger fans to LEGO Star Wars. There are no specialised pieces or complex techniques — just some well-thought-out part usage and a fun little result.
It’s worth noting: the build has no minifigures and no play features. But that’s not what it’s going for. This is more of a displayable novelty than a toy. Think of it as the LEGO equivalent of a postcard.
Display & Collectability
Once built, 30708 fits neatly in the palm of your hand and looks right at home on a shelf, a desk, or a Star Wars-themed workspace. It’s small enough to travel with, and often used by collectors as a micro-scale placeholder until they can afford or justify the larger UCS or System-scale models.
As a polybag exclusive, it’s also relatively rare — and has quietly become a bit of a collector’s favourite. It’s not expensive, but there’s something satisfying about owning a compact version of the Falcon that still manages to nail the key design beats.
Value for Money
Originally available as a freebie with purchase or through certain promotional channels, the set now typically fetches around £5–£10 on the secondary market. For what it is, that’s fair. You’re buying the LEGO design ethos distilled into a single 43-piece model, and there’s undeniable charm in that.
If you can pick one up for under a tenner, do it. Whether you’re a LEGO Star Wars completionist or just want a fun desk ornament, 30708 punches well above its weight.
Final Verdict
LEGO 30708: Millennium Falcon is a small set with big charm. It won’t satisfy your need for swooshability or minifig mayhem, but as a stylish, micro-scale homage to the galaxy’s most beloved freighter, it’s hard to beat.
Redmond Reviews Score: 8.5/10
A must-have for micro-build collectors and casual fans alike.
