R2-KT is one of the most meaningful droids in Star Wars fandom; and her story begins not on a screen, but in a hospital room.
In 2004, the Make-A-Wish Foundation connected Katie Johnson, the young daughter of Albin Johnson, the founder of the 501st Legion, with Lucasfilm and the global Star Wars fan community. Katie had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, and her father's connections in the fan world set something extraordinary in motion. Members of the 501st Legion built a full-sized pink astromech droid in Katie's honor, naming her R2-KT. The droid visited Katie at her bedside, bringing a piece of the galaxy she loved into her world during the hardest chapter of her life. Katie passed away in August 2005, but R2-KT lived on; appearing at fan conventions, charity events, and eventually being canonized into the Star Wars universe itself, with the pink droid appearing in The Force Awakens and Star Wars The Clone Wars.
This full 1:1 scale R2-KT model is a tribute to that legacy. A faithful recreation of the droid built in Katie's honor, sized and detailed to stand alongside any serious Star Wars collection. She is not a background character. She is a reminder of what this fandom is capable of when it shows up for one of its own.
In recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Korbanth will donate 10% of all R2-KT proceeds to childhood cancer awareness. Every purchase is a small part of continuing what Katie's community started twenty years ago.
For more infromation on Katie and the R2-KT droid visit: r2kt.com
Details:
This is a full-sized R2-KT unit, fully painted and equipped with lights and sound. Each unit is built using a combination of fiberglass, resin, and metal — there are no 3D-printed parts. This droid is made the old-school way, by hand.
What's included:
- Full body shell with metal panel detailing
- Metal turntable dome mechanism (rotates left and right)
- Dome, 3 feet, 3 legs
- 2 battery boxes (attach to the outer feet)
- Easily switch between 2-leg and 3-leg display positions
- Dome includes full lighting; fully painted versions also include sound
Shipping & Assembly:
Ships in 4 boxes and is easily assembled by two adults. Domestic shipping within the 48 contiguous U.S. states typically ranges from $150–$200 (Alaska and Hawaii may be slightly higher — please inquire for a quote). International shipping is available to most countries and generally ranges from $350–$499 depending on destination. Not sure if we ship to you? Just ask.
Please note: shipping is not charged at checkout. Final shipping cost is calculated and confirmed once your order is placed.
The Perfect Centerpiece for Your Star Wars Collection
Whether it's for your man-cave, woman-cave, or display room, this R2-KT is built to be the centerpiece of any collection. While mass-produced versions exist elsewhere for $10,000+, our units are hand-painted, hand-weathered, and built one at a time.
FAQs
1. Is this statue is not meant to be motorized or remote-controlled.
This piece is designed primarily as a display statue — something to place in a corner of your collection and simply admire. Due to its fiberglass construction, we do not recommend installing motors, wheels, or remote-control components with the intent of driving it around. While sturdy, this is a static display piece, not built for movement. The one exception is the dome, which rotates a full 360 degrees in either direction via a built-in "lazy susan" rotating disk.
2. Is this a 2-legged or 3-legged R2 unit?
You'll receive all 3 legs. With the help of a friend, you can easily switch between a 2-leg or full 3-leg display position.
3. Does it include lights and sound?
Yes — the dome is equipped with both lights and sound.
6. Is this a 3D-printed statue?
No. This is built from fiberglass and cast resin with metal components — giving you a high-quality piece without the $8,000–$10,000 price tag of comparable units.
