What is the length of a Star Destroyer according to Chief model maker Lorne Peterson?
Chief model maker Lorne Peterson stated that the new Star Destroyer appeared two and a half miles long. Official sources later revised this measurement.
Questions about Star Destroyer
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How many crew members were required to operate over 25,000 Star Destroyers at the Empire's height?
At the Empire's height there were over 25,000 Star Destroyers requiring roughly 925 million crew members to operate them. These vessels safeguarded multiple planets trade routes and systems with enough firepower to subdue an entire planetary system or annihilate a small rebel fleet.
When was the first Ultimate Collector Series Star Destroyer model retired by Lego?
The first Ultimate Collector Series model measured long and sold for $269.99 until being retired in 2007. A second UCS Star Destroyer grew larger measuring wide and sold for $699.99 between 2019 and 2022.
Why did the Executor fall into the surface of the second Death Star during the Battle of Endor?
During the Battle of Endor an A-wing piloted by Arvel Crynyd crashed into the command bridge destroying the main navigation complex causing the vessel to lose control. The Executor fell when the second Death Star gravity well pulled it into its surface destroying both ships.
What year were most licensed Star Wars novels games and comics rebranded as Star Wars Legends?
In April 2014 most licensed Star Wars novels games and comics produced since 1976 were rebranded as Star Wars Legends and declared non-canon to the franchise. West End Games sourcebooks described Imperial-class Star Destroyers holding peak numbers exceeding 25,000 vessels symbolizing military might.