Set Number: 6210
Name: Jabba’s Sail Barge
Theme: Star Wars – Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
Released: 2006
Piece Count: 781
Minifigures: 8
Original RRP: $74.99 USD / €89.99 EUR (approximate EU pricing)
⚓ Overview
Set 6210 is one of the most beloved original trilogy Star Wars playsets, bringing the action of Return of the Jedi’s Tatooine rescue scene to life. With a large, detailed Sail Barge, side skiffs, and a Sarlacc pit, this was a dream set for collectors and kids alike in 2006, and remains a top-tier vintage display piece in 2025.
🧱 Build Experience
The barge measures around 18 inches long (46 cm) and is surprisingly solid for a system build. Key features include:
- Swing-out side panels: One of the most exciting design elements, large panels open to reveal the detailed interior.
- Flick-fire missile launcher: Hidden behind a retractable panel for play battle sequences.
- Two levels inside: Includes Jabba’s lounge with printed pillows, a small prison cell, and storage for weapons and accessories.
- Large sails: Two tan sails mount to rigging on the upper deck and give the barge its iconic silhouette.
- Opening hatches and rotating gun turrets: Including a side cannon that rotates and elevates.
The desert skiff is a huge bonus, enabling reenactment of Luke’s daring rescue with springy plank feature and blasters.
Also included: a small Sarlacc pit with open mouth and tentacles (primitive by modern standards, but still charmingly effective).
🧍♂️ Minifigures
This set came with 8 minifigures, many of them exclusive at the time:
| Minifigure | Notes |
|---|---|
| Jabba the Hutt | Large mould, sand green, only appeared in this form here until 9516 |
| Princess Leia (Slave outfit) | First time in this iconic outfit. Metallic chain included |
| Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight) | Black robes, green saber, classic Episode VI variant |
| Han Solo | With carbonite brick (included in set!) |
| Chewbacca | Standard design |
| Lando Calrissian (Skiff Guard disguise) | Exclusive to this set at the time, very desirable |
| Gamorrean Guard | One of only two appearances in LEGO to date (other was 9516) |
| Boba Fett | Green armour, printed arms, one of the best 2000s variants |
The carbonite brick is a great piece of design history, a simple printed tile but still highly collectible.
📦 Box & Instructions
The box art shows Jabba’s barge mid-air over the Tatooine dunes with the skiff, Sarlacc, and minifigs in action poses. A “LEGO Star Wars” logo on black striping reflects the 2006 branding.
The instructions span multiple booklets, with dense part layouts. No numbered bags, it’s an old-school build, and parts sorting is recommended before starting.
💰 Current Market Value (as of July 2025)
This set has skyrocketed in value, especially after the release of the new 75397 Jabba’s Sail Barge (2025), which has driven up interest in this 2006 version.
| Condition | Approx. Price (USD) | Approx. Price (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| Sealed (MISB) | $800 – $1,100 | €750 – €1,000 |
| Used, Complete w/ Minifigs | $300 – $450 | €270 – €400 |
| Jabba alone | $70 – $100 | €65 – €95 |
| Leia (Slave outfit) | $80 – $120 | €75 – €110 |
| Lando (Skiff Disguise) | $50 – $90 | €45 – €85 |
- eBay listings in July 2025 show several sealed sets going for $900–$1,100 depending on box condition.
- BrickLink shows European sealed listings ranging from €880–€999.
This set is steadily climbing and is often bought not just for nostalgia, but for its display value alongside Mos Eisley or modern Jabba’s Palace sets.
✅ Pros
- Excellent minifig selection, many exclusive or rare.
- Detailed, large model with clever opening features.
- Great for display or play — especially with the skiff and Sarlacc.
- Strong Return of the Jedi representation, increasingly rare.
- Works perfectly alongside 9516 Jabba’s Palace or 75020 Sail Barge (2013).
❌ Cons
- No R2-D2 included, surprisingly omitted.
- Some bricks are now fragile due to age (especially brown elements).
- Sarlacc is simplistic compared to modern designs.
- Large sails can bend or crease in storage.
🏁 Final Verdict
LEGO Star Wars 6210: Jabba’s Sail Barge is an iconic early-2000s set that has stood the test of time. Its combination of great play features, exclusive minifigs, and sheer size made it one of the most memorable sets of the pre-2010 Star Wars LEGO era.
While the new 75397 version (2025) boasts a more detailed build, this version retains its nostalgic charm, and its simpler parts and play-focused design give it a unique place in Star Wars LEGO history.
If you’re a vintage collector or building a Jabba’s Palace or Tatooine diorama, 6210 is still one of the crown jewels.
