The Sienar TIE Advanced v.1 was a highly developed version of the standard TIE fighter. Although produced in only limited numbers if was a favourite with many elite units and aces of the Imperial forces, including Darth Vader.

The TIE Advanced was a development of the standard TIE fighter. It featured localized improvements and secret technological breakthroughts. It boasted a hyperdrive and deflector shield generator and had greater speed and heavier firepower.

The TIE Advanced saw only limited production but became a favourite of elite units and was flown by many of the Empire’s ace pilots.

Lord Darth Vader flew a modified early prototype with a custom built cockpit to accommodate his armoured suite which also included high-performance solar cells..

This model represents the TIE Advanced v.1 flown by Lord Darth Vader during the Battle of the Death Star (also known as the Battle of Yavin) in 0 BBY.

Bandai 1/72 kit completed by Leigh Edmonds in February 2025.