A Sideshow Star Wars Convention Exclusive Awakens!

In celebration of the eagerly anticipated release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens on December 18th, Sideshow is announcing a special convention exclusive, the R2-D2 ‘Unpainted Prototype’ Sixth Scale Figure.

The Exclusive R2 is based on Sideshow’s R2-D2 Deluxe Sixth Scale Figure.  Now everyone’s favorite Astromech has been re-imagined with a unique monochromatic silver finish, and features hinged panels, and an articulated light-up dome.

This convention exclusive Artoo will make his debut at the upcoming Toy Soul show in Hong Kong, December 18-20, where visitors to the Hot Toys booth will have the first opportunity to place their pre-orders, and he’ll appear at the following select locations and events throughout Asia:

Fans around the world will also have a chance to purchase this limited edition exclusive at select events throughout 2016, including in March by visiting the Sideshow booth at Wondercon, in July at Star Wars Celebration in London at the Amerang booth, and at the San Diego Comic-Con at the Sideshow booth.

Be sure to sign up for email updates above, and stay tuned for more information on how to secure this special addition for your collection!

In the meantime, find all of the droids you’re looking for with our colorful selection of astromechs below, including the sleek black and bronze Imperial R2-Q5, the dysfunctional yet beloved R5-D4 unit, and our R2-D2 Deluxe figure, complete with all the bells and whistles! As for power converters, you’re on your own…

Check out more photos at SideshowToys.com