When was the Fire Boat released?

Fire Boat was released in 1999.

🏛 Town

Set #1248

Fire Boat

The Fire Boat is a charming little set that captures the essence of LEGO Town.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Young children and LEGO Town collectors
Build: 24 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $1.70 list price · 7.1¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★☆☆☆ 2.6 community rating from 25 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's simplicity and nostalgic value as a classic LEGO Town set. Some find it too basic compared to modern sets, but it remains a charming and affordable addition to any LEGO collection.

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📝 Our Take

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The Fire Boat is a charming little set that captures the essence of LEGO Town. Released in 1999, this set is a simple but effective representation of a fire rescue boat, perfect for adding to any LEGO city harbor.

This set is perfect for young builders and LEGO Town enthusiasts. The small piece count makes it a quick and easy build, ideal for introducing kids to the world of LEGO construction and imaginative play.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex or highly detailed model. For a more advanced fire-fighting experience, consider larger Fire Station sets or custom creations (MOCs).

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and quick build
Easy to handle for small hands
Classic LEGO Town design
Imaginative play potential

📈 Investment Analysis

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→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Fire Boat, being a small and relatively inexpensive set, isn't likely to become a major investment piece. However, its age and classic Town theme give it some appeal to collectors. Consider it a long-term, low-risk investment with limited potential for significant returns.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small LEGO Town vehicles, the Fire Boat offers a simple and affordable entry point. While lacking the complexity of larger sets, it provides a classic LEGO experience. For those looking for more substantial fire-fighting models, sets like the 60215-1 Fire Station offer more features and play options, but at a higher price point.

1 Minifigure Included

Fireman, Black Fire Jacket with Red Belt and Badge, White Helmet, Yellow Life Vest, Moustache

5 parts

B+

The set includes a classic Fireman minifigure with a black fire jacket, white helmet, and yellow life vest, adding to the vintage Town charm. The printed torso and moustache make this figure a nice addition to any collection.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 24
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 16 unique parts, 20 pieces
Minifigures: 1

LEGO counts 24 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 25, including the 5 parts inside the minifigures; 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.

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 1× Light Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× Dark Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Red

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Yellow

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Yellow

Equipment Radio [...

Part #: 3962b 1× Dark Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× White

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 4117693 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Equipment Weapon,...

Part #: 4349 1× Light Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 1× Light Gray

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 4856a 1× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 4859 1× White

This set features a small selection of basic parts in white, red, and light gray, useful for general building and MOCs. The trans-dark blue cones add a nice touch for detailing.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Dark Blue Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] (2x) $0.20

White Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] (2x) $0.30

Light Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle (1x) $0.25

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$0.75

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Small fishing boat

🏙 Expand the dock area with additional structures

🚗 Convert into a small coast guard vessel

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 6 videos

3.3 /5

Mixed

17% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers share mixed sentiments regarding the broader context of related sets, with channels like ellieV expressing awe for detailed botanical builds while Brick Fanatics offers positive praise for artistic sets. Reviewers generally appreciate the aesthetic appeal and building experience across these themes, though overall community consensus remains neutral to moderately positive. The feedback highlights strong visual designs, though specific critiques focus on niche appeal depending on the exact set.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 6 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.3 /5

Mixed

17% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Top reviewers such as ellieV and Brick Fanatics highlight strong visual presentation and engaging build experiences as major strengths across reviewed products. The Brick Cruncher specifically draws attention to minifigure inclusions and packaging details like paper bags in magazine reviews, adding practical value for collectors.