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Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

LED Light Kit #10240

Regular price 79,99 €
Regular price Sale price 79,99 €

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Description

Every kit is built around three things we won't compromise on.

Housing that disappears into the build. Our LED casings and modules clip onto standard studs like any other piece — no adhesive, no brackets, nothing that reads as an add-on once the set is back together.

Wiring you route once and forget. Flat ribbon wire, thin enough to sit under a plate or turn a corner without lifting a brick. Connectors are non-polarised, so there's no wrong way round and no squinting at tiny arrows mid-install.

Light tuned to the set, not to a catalogue. Each kit gets its own brightness balance and effects — flicker for a forge, a slow fade for a cockpit — decided set by set rather than applied from a default.

Delivery & Returns

Fast dispatch. Orders placed before 12 PM (CEST / GMT+2) are dispatched the same day*. All other orders are dispatched the next business day.

Tiered shipping rates. Costs are calculated based on your order value. See our shipping page for full details.

Simple returns. Need to make a return? Visit our returns request page to begin.

*Same-day dispatch is not guaranteed during high-volume sale events.

Shipping & returns policy

Warranty & Disclaimers

Product disclaimer. This listing is for a Bright My Bricks™ LED lighting kit. The LEGO® set shown in our photos and videos is sold separately and is not included. Bright My Bricks is an independent brand with no affiliation to, sponsorship from, or endorsement by the LEGO Group. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group.

Safety notice. Contains small parts and batteries. Not for children under 3, in line with EN 71-1. Adult supervision required for younger builders during installation and use.

Installation guidelines. Present the connector square to the port and push gently until it seats. If it resists, back off and realign rather than forcing it — forcing a misaligned connector is the one thing that can bend a pin. Handle modules by the housing rather than the wire.

2-year warranty coverage. Every kit is covered for two years, in line with EU consumer law. If a component arrives faulty or fails in normal use, use our Faulty Component Request page and we'll send a replacement.

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Instructions

Digital manuals and video instructions for this light kit are available on our instructions page.

The guide walks through each component and its function, and shares the practices that get the most out of your build.

If any part is missing or damaged, contact us — we're here to help.

Assembly instructions

From Display Piece To CenterpieceDrag the slider to see what your set looks like before and after our LED kit.
Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240 — standard build, without the LED light kit
Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240 — lit with the LED light kit
Features

Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter #10240: Lock S-Foils in Attack Position

Climb into the cockpit and get ready to save the Rebellion with the Bright My Bricks Light Kit for the LEGO® UCS Red Five X-wing Starfighter. This kit is designed to bring the most iconic hero ship of the original trilogy to life with cinematic accuracy, ready to go head-to-head with its Imperial rival, the TIE Interceptor 75382.

  • Powerful Incom 4L4 Fusial Thrust Engines — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    Powerful Incom 4L4 Fusial Thrust Engines

    Four brilliant red lights bring the powerful quad engines to life, creating an and powerful glow that makes the X-wing look ready to accelerate to attack speed.

  • Laser Cannon & Proton Torpedoes — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    Laser Cannon & Proton Torpedoes

    Bright red lights in the tips of the four wing-mounted laser cannons and a dedicated light for the proton torpedo launchers make the starfighter look fully armed and battle-ready.

  • The Ultimate Mission — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    The Ultimate Mission

    The fully armed and illuminated X-wing is the perfect centerpiece to recreate the Rebellion's most desperate gamble, as depicted in the thrilling Death Star Trench Run diorama.

  • Detailed R2-series Astromech Socket — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    Detailed R2-series Astromech Socket

    A single, dedicated blue light illuminates the astromech socket, creating the perfect spot for Luke's heroic co-pilot, a droid as essential as his trusty R2-D2 astromech co-pilot.

  • Illuminated Targetting Computer & Cockpit — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    Illuminated Targetting Computer & Cockpit

    A detailed light for the targeting computer and cockpit controls illuminates the pilot's view, allowing you to recreate the moment Luke Skywalker switches it off to use the Force.

  • A Symbol of the Rebel Alliance — Light Kit for LEGO® Star Wars™ Red Five X-wing Starfighter™ #10240

    A Symbol of the Rebel Alliance

    The X-wing was the workhorse of the Rebellion, a starfighter that flew countless missions alongside vessels like the Rebel Alliance's Tantive IV corvette.

Pick Your Version

Select the option that matches your display preferences and lighting needs.

Set it once. Leave it glowing.

For the build that's found its shelf and isn't moving again.

  • Battery Box – compact 3×AAA unit (batteries not included)
  • Full LED set, tuned to this model
  • Custom effects, pre-programmed for this build
  • Precision spotlights on the details worth staring at
  • PDF manual and video guide

Flick it on when you walk in. That's the whole ritual.

Does LEGO® Star Wars Red Five X-wing Starfighter #10240 look better with LED lighting?

A set-specific LED light kit for LEGO® Star Wars Red Five X-wing Starfighter #10240 works when it supports the model’s original colour and atmosphere. Balanced intensity keeps transparent pieces readable and prevents the build from looking floodlit.

The kit is a tribute to the ship that destroyed the Death Star and became a symbol of hope for the entire galaxy. The glowing engines and the lit-up laser cannons don't just illuminate an UCS model; they capture the heroic, underdog spirit of the Rebel Alliance. It’s the definitive way to display Luke Skywalker's legendary starfighter with the power and presence it deserves.

The Red Five X-wing is a cornerstone of any serious Star Wars UCS collection. Once you've brought this hero ship to life, you can expand your fleet by exploring the entire LEGO Star Wars light kit collection, from the smallest fighters to the largest capital ships.

For neighbouring builds, browse the LEGO Vehicles Light Kits.

About

Bright My Bricks

Transform your finished build into a true display piece with a Bright My Bricks LED light kit. Designed specifically for this LEGO set, our kit delivers precise, warm illumination that highlights every detail. Note: you are purchasing the lighting kit only; the LEGO set itself is sold separately

Instructions

Every kit ships with a printed quick-start card, a full PDF manual and a step-by-step video. Here is the shape of the job before you open the bag.

  1. Unpack and check

    Step 1: Unpack and check

    Build the LEGO® set first — lighting a half-finished model means taking it apart again. Lay every component out against the parts list before you start: a missing piece found now costs five minutes, found mid-install it costs the session.

  2. Position your LED lights

    Step 2: Position your LED lights

    Each LED goes in a spot the guide names. Thread the wire between bricks as you go rather than at the end — routing is the one step worth taking slowly, and it is what separates a kit you notice from one you do not.

  3. Wire your power system

    Step 3: Wire your power system

    Seat each cable in its module. Present the connector square and push gently; if it resists, back off and realign rather than forcing it. A forced connector is the one thing that bends a pin.

  4. Power up and check

    Step 4: Power up and check

    Test everything before you close it up. Confirm each LED lights, then hide any wire that shows. A dead connection found now is trivial; found once the set is sealed, it is not.

  5. Perfect your display

    Step 5: Perfect your display

    Tuck the last of the wire out of sight and put the set where it belongs. Installed as directed, the build looks untouched — until you switch it on.

The last step isn't in this guide. It's the evening you finish, turn the room lights off, and watch something you spent weeks on hold its own glow. That is the moment the kit was built for.

Customer Reviews

FAQs

Do I need any special skills or tools?

No. If you can build the set, you can light it. Everything is plug-and-play — no soldering, no wiring knowledge, no tools beyond your hands. The manual walks each step with photos.

Do I have to take my set apart?

Rarely more than partially. You'll lift a few plates and open a few sections to route wire and seat LEDs. The guide tells you exactly which ones, zone by zone, so you're never guessing.

How is the kit powered?

Two options, both included in the design: a battery module (3×AAA, batteries not supplied) for sets you move around, or USB into any power bank, wall adapter or computer for a display that stays lit.

Will the wires show?

Not once installed as directed. The wire is flat ribbon, thin enough to run under a plate or between studs without breaking clutch. Routing is the one part of installation worth taking slowly — done properly, the set looks untouched.

Is it safe for my bricks?

Yes. The whole system runs at 5V with micro-LEDs that don't heat up, so there's nothing to warp, melt or discolour. Components are tested against international safety standards, and nothing in the kit modifies or marks a brick — the installation is fully reversible.

What if a part is missing or faulty?

Use our Faulty Component Request page and we'll send a replacement. Two-year cover, in line with EU consumer law.

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