How many pieces are in the Wright Flyer?

Wright Flyer contains 670 pieces.

What age is the Wright Flyer recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 12+.

When was the Wright Flyer released?

Wright Flyer was released in 2003.

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Set #10124

Wright Flyer

The Wright Flyer is a charming tribute to aviation history.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 12+ · Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO enthusiasts and aviation history buffs, ages 14+
Build: 670 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $59.99 list price · 9.0¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 23 ratings

Fans appreciate the historical accuracy and unique design of the Wright Flyer, praising its display appeal. Some find the color scheme somewhat bland and the build repetitive in certain sections, but overall it's considered a charming and worthwhile set for collectors.

$59.99

Best Price

$549.99

📝 Our Take

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The Wright Flyer is a charming tribute to aviation history. Released in 2003, this Creator Expert set beautifully captures the pioneering spirit of the Wright brothers' first successful airplane, with its intricate details and realistic design.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and history buffs. The build offers a moderately challenging and rewarding experience, and the finished model makes a wonderful display piece.

Skip this if you prefer modern LEGO sets with advanced building techniques. Consider the LEGO Ideas Globe 21332-1 for a more contemporary and complex building experience.

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670

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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12+

Ages

Build Highlights:

Faithful recreation of the Wright Flyer's design
Intricate detailing of the engine and control surfaces
Use of Technic elements for structural integrity
Display stand included for showcasing the model

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⏳ Retired

The Wright Flyer (10124-1) presents a solid investment opportunity due to its historical significance, retired status, and increasing price trend. As a Creator Expert set released in 2003, it benefits from nostalgia and scarcity. The set's relatively low piece count compared to modern sets means it may appeal to collectors seeking manageable display pieces. However, its value is heavily tied to its condition and completeness, so maintaining a sealed or well-preserved set is crucial. While the price has been steadily rising, potential investors should consider the impact of economic downturns on the collectible market.

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 670
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 94 unique parts, 663 pieces

LEGO counts 670 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 663; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

String with End S...

Part #: 14226c11 1× Black

String with End S...

Part #: 14226c21 4× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 6× Brown

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2444 8× Brown

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Brown

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 4× Tan

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454a 4× Brown

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454a 1× Dark Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2476b 2× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 2× Light Gray

Part #: 2714a 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 8× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× Brown

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Dark Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Brown

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Brown

Part #: 3022 4× Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 7× Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Dark Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 12× Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 6× Brown

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 10× Tan

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Tan

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Dark Gray

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 6× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 8...

Part #: 30407 4× Brown

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 6× Brown

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30552 4× Black

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30565 4× Tan

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 5× Tan

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 2× Brown

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Brown

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Brown

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 4× Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3184 2× Brown

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 3× Black

Technic Pin 3/4

Part #: 32002 2× Dark Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32063 1× Brown

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123a 7× Light Gray

Technic Link 1 x 9

Part #: 32293 14× Brown

Technic Wishbone ...

Part #: 32294 8× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32529 14× Brown

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32530 12× Brown

Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2

Part #: 3308 1× Brown

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 16× Brown

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3614b 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 5× Brown

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 22× Tan

Technic Gear 24 T...

Part #: 3648b 2× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 1× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Brown

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 4× Brown

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 10× Tan

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Brown

Technic Link

Part #: 3711a 91× Black

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 4× Light Gray

Technic Axle 10

Part #: 3737 3× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 1× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Dark Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 5× Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 3× Brown

Technic Gear 16 T...

Part #: 4019 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 4× Dark Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Brown

Bar 6.6L with Sto...

Part #: 4095 1× Black

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 8× Brown

Part #: 4185 1× Light Gray

Bar 1 x 12 with 1...

Part #: 42445 10× Brown

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 6× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 6× Brown

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 1× Dark Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 4× Brown

Equipment Weapon,...

Part #: 4349 4× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301a 6× Brown

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 6× Brown

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 26× Brown

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 18× Tan

Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...

Part #: 4599a 1× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 2× Dark Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 6060 2× Brown

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 6081 1× Black

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Brown

Part #: 6538b 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 10× Brown

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 2× Black

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 4× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 24× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 5× Brown

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Tan

Rubber Band Small...

Part #: 71509 1× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 10× Brown

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 75535 3× Brown

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 75535 3× Black

The set features a significant number of brown and tan plates, useful for earth-toned MOCs. The inclusion of Technic pins and connectors adds structural integrity, while the brown bars with plate ends are valuable for detailing.