- Action-packed play – Let the battles begin with this LEGO® Star Wars™ Defense of Hoth accessory set (40557), featuring a rotating laser cannon blaster and 2 tripod guns
- 3 Hoth Rebel Trooper LEGO® minifigures – Each trooper has a blaster rifle for role play. Give this 64-piece building toy to kids aged 6 and up as a holiday or birthday gift
- Play on the go – The laser cannon blaster measures over 2 in. (5 cm) high, 2.5 in. (7 cm) wide and 2.5 in. (6 cm) deep. The whole set can fit in a child’s backpack ready for play wherever they go
LEGO® Star Wars™ 40557 Defence of Hoth™
Current best price
LEGO 40557 is currently available from $36.98 incl. shipping at Walmart.com. Only one retailer in our comparison stocks it.
Updated November 2, 2026 at 9:00 PM EST
LEGO 40557 price comparison: where is it cheapest?
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iFurther information
The Lego set Defence of Hoth™ with the set number 40557 is part of the LEGO Star Wars™ theme and is recommended for ages 6+. It was released in January 2022. It includes 3 minifigures. The model has 64 pieces, and we estimate it takes around < 1 hour to build. It was designed by Henrik Andersen.1,442 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The set weighs about 0.080 kg. The box measures 9.8 x 5.9 x 1.3 in (25 x 15 x 3.2 cm). The recommended retail price is $14.99.
Our Brickfact Lego price comparison compares the prices of 1 shop for this set. It is currently cheapest at Walmart.com for $36.98 including shipping. That is $0.58 per piece. Unfortunately, the set is currently not available below its recommended retail price.
The Part-Out-Value (POV) is the sum of the average prices paid on bricklink.com for all parts of this set. It is about $21.97.
Lego 40557 product data
Set Information
Set ID
40557
Theme
Pieces
64
Designer
Henrik Andersen
Building Time
< 1 hour
Age Range
6+
Minifigures
3
Availability
Release
01/2022
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2022)
Price Information
RRP
$14.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
98
Part Out Value
$21.97
Packaging
Weight
0.080 kg
Packaging dimensions
9.8 x 5.9 x 1.3 in
EAN (GTIN13)
673419364867
Popularity with Brickfact users
- users have this set
- 1,442
- buyers in the last 12 months
- 46
1,442 Brickfact users have Defence of Hoth™ in their collection. 46 users bought it in the last 12 months.
Based on anonymized Brickfact user collections; shown only for sets with at least 10 users. As of November 2, 2026.
LEGO 40557 price trend
Average sale price on secondary marketplaces – not the new price at retailers.
- Current market value
- $19.08
- Growth vs. RRP
- +27.3 % $14.99
- Range
- $17.09 – $19.21
- Average
- $18.00
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LEGO 40557 price history: how has the price changed?
Brickfact has been recording retailer prices since 10/12/2026. Best price so far: $36.88 (11 days ago).
- Current best price
- $36.98 +147% vs. RRP
- Best price since 10/12/2026
- $36.88 +146% vs. RRP · 11 days ago
Daily lowest prices at the tracked shops, including shipping. Gaps indicate days with no recorded price. The table lists each shop’s lowest price.
Lowest price per retailer (since 10/12/2026)
| Retailer | Current | Lowest price | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
 Walmart.com | $36.98 | $36.88 | 11/01/26 |
Lowest price per day that Brickfact recorded at the retailers in the price comparison, including shipping where known – as in the comparison above. Amazon offers are not included in the price history.
Minifigures from 40557 Defence of Hoth™
The Defence of Hoth™ set includes 3 different minifigures, 3 of which are unique to this set. The combined value of the minifigures is $11.47, which is ~77% of the RRP of this set.
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Hoth Rebel Trooper
Star Wars
2022
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$3.75
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Unique
x1
Hoth Rebel Trooper
Star Wars
2022
#sw1187
$3.87
Unique
x1
Hoth Rebel Trooper
Star Wars
2022
#sw1188
$3.85
Unique
Official Set Description for LEGO 40557 Defence of Hoth™
Youngsters can play out their own ice planet battles with this LEGO® Star Wars™ Defense of Hoth accessory set (40557). It features 3 Hoth Rebel Trooper LEGO minifigures, each with blaster rifles, plus a buildable rotating laser cannon blaster (non-shooting) and 2 tripod guns. Awesome for solo or social play, this easy-to-build set makes a fun gift for creative kids aged 6 and up, whether they are new to LEGO Star Wars building toys or adding to their collection.
Building Instruction for LEGO 40557 Defence of Hoth™
Part Lists for LEGO 40557 Defence of Hoth™
LEGO 40557 Frequently Asked Questions
How much does LEGO 40557 Defence of Hoth™ cost?
The lowest price in the Brickfact price comparison is currently $36.98 incl. shipping at Walmart.com. The RRP is $14.99.
Where can I buy LEGO 40557 cheapest?
Only one retailer in the Brickfact price comparison currently stocks LEGO 40557: Walmart.com ($36.98).
Is LEGO 40557 still available?
LEGO has retired 40557 Defence of Hoth™. New copies are still available at 1 retailers in our price comparison while stocks last.
When was LEGO 40557 cheapest?
Since tracking began on 10/12/2026, the lowest shop price recorded by Brickfact for LEGO 40557 was $36.88 on 10/23/2026 at Walmart.com, including shipping. Amazon prices are not included.
