How many pieces are in the Bricks and Gears?

Bricks and Gears contains 244 pieces.

What age is the Bricks and Gears recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5+.

When was the Bricks and Gears released?

Bricks and Gears was released in 2018.

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Set #10712

Bricks and Gears

Bricks and Gears is a fantastic entry point into the world of LEGO Technic.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Ideal for young children (5+) who are new to LEGO building and interested in simple mechanics.
Build: 244 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 8.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 73 ratings

A well-regarded introductory set for young builders interested in learning about gears and mechanics. Users appreciate the simple instructions and engaging play experience, though some wish for a larger variety of parts.

$19.99

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📝 Our Take

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Bricks and Gears is a fantastic entry point into the world of LEGO Technic. This set cleverly combines the simplicity of Classic bricks with the mechanics of gears, offering a fun and educational building experience. It's a great way to introduce young builders to basic engineering principles while still allowing for creative expression.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and budding engineers. The build is straightforward and the instructions are easy to follow, making it an ideal starter set for kids aged 5 and up. It encourages experimentation and problem-solving, fostering a love for STEM learning through play.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder looking for a challenging project. While fun and educational, this set is designed for beginners. If you're after a more complex Technic build, consider sets like the LEGO Technic Monster Jam Grave Digger (42118-1) or the LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 Race Car (42141-1).

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244

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and easy-to-follow instructions
Introduces basic gear mechanisms
Encourages experimentation and creative building
Bright and colorful pieces for visual appeal

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Bricks and Gears set, while retired, is unlikely to see significant investment growth. As a basic Classic set, it doesn't have the collectibility of licensed themes or exclusive minifigures. However, its educational value and potential for supplementing larger collections might maintain a modest resale value. The low MSRP limits downside risk, but also caps potential appreciation.

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Compared to other LEGO Classic sets, Bricks and Gears stands out for its focus on simple mechanics. While sets like the LEGO Classic Creative Suitcase (10713-1) offer a wider variety of bricks, this set provides a more focused learning experience. It's a good choice for parents who want to introduce their children to STEM concepts through LEGO play.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 244
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 69 unique parts, 244 pieces

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

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 1× Dark Purple

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr0080 2× White

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr1003 2× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 15456 4× Black

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 7× Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 2× Tan

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 18646 2× Bright Pink

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 2× Tan

Technic Disc 3 x 3

Part #: 2723 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2926 2× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Green

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Orange

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 6× Reddish Brown

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Dark Pink

Part #: 3004 2× Dark Azure

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Orange

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Bright Light Yellow

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Medium Azure

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Lime

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Bright Pink

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Tan

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Black

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Red

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Dark Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Trans-Orange

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Medium Lavender

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Dark Tan

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× Lime

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 2× Trans-Clear

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 32001 1× Red

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 32001 1× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Knob Wheel

Part #: 32072 3× Black

Technic Knob Wheel

Part #: 32072 4× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 2× Orange

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 4× White

Wheel 8 x 6 with ...

Part #: 34337 4× White

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 2× Dark Brown

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 2× Dark Orange

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Orange

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Dark Azure

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 7× Tan

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 4× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Dark Tan

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3738 1× Blue

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 2× Dark Purple

Cone 2 x 2 x 2, O...

Part #: 3942c 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 2× Lime

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 5× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved 6 x 1

Part #: 42022 2× White

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Yellow

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 2× Red

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 4× Bright Pink

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 2× White

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× White

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 2× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× Black

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 60481 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× Green

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 4 x 2

Part #: 6182 1× Bright Light Yellow

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 3× Bright Green

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 63082 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 6587 5× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Dark Orange

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Yellow

Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...

Part #: 87414 4× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 92947 6× White

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 2× Blue

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0008 2× White

This set features a good selection of basic bricks and Technic elements for introducing simple gear mechanisms. The variety of colors adds to the play value and encourages creative building.