No. 30211

The Lord of the Rings

Uruk Hai with Ballista

The Uruk-Hai with Ballista is a classic Lord of the Rings impulse set.

Time on the shelf Retired

Released Jan 2012

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for young Lord of the Rings fans and collectors seeking a quick and easy build
Build
21 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost
Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability
Likely retired
★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating

Fans appreciate the exclusive Uruk-Hai minifigure and the simple ballista design, but some feel the set is overpriced for its small size and limited building experience.

📝 Our Take

The Uruk-Hai with Ballista is a classic Lord of the Rings impulse set. It perfectly captures the menacing aesthetic of the Uruk-Hai and provides a fun, albeit brief, building experience centered around a small-scale ballista.

This set is perfect for Lord of the Rings collectors and army builders. The Uruk-Hai minifigure is a great addition to any collection, and the ballista adds a touch of siege weaponry to your LEGO Middle-earth displays.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex build or substantial play features. As a small impulse set, it's more about the minifigure and the collectibility than an involved building experience. Consider larger Lord of the Rings sets for more complex builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
21
Pieces
⏱
0.25h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
6-12
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward construction
  • Focus on the ballista's firing mechanism
  • Easy to assemble for children
  • Good parts for small-scale siege weaponry MOCs

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to larger Lord of the Rings sets like Helm's Deep (9474-1), this set offers a smaller, more affordable entry point into the theme. While it lacks the complexity and scale of those sets, it provides a unique minifigure and a small build with good army-building potential. Collectors on a budget or those seeking to expand their Uruk-Hai forces may prefer this set.

1 Minifigure Included

The Uruk-Hai minifigure is the highlight of this set, featuring unique armor and helmet details that distinguish it from standard Orc minifigures. This figure is desirable for collectors and army builders alike.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
21
Parts cataloged in this inventory
11 unique parts, 16 pieces
Minifigures
1

The official piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

The set includes a selection of useful plates and Technic elements, making it a decent source for small MOC projects. The dark bluish gray parts are versatile for creating siege weaponry and castle-themed builds.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] (2x)
Black Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth (2x)
Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] (2x)

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the ballista into a larger siege weapon.
🚗 Create a small Uruk-Hai transport vehicle.
🌳 Build a small Orcish outpost or camp.

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Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk summary

YouTube reviews of the LEGO Uruk-Hai with Ballista (30211) are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the set's build and features. Reviewers like Brick Box also use the set as a giveaway opportunity, while BUILDERs TV invites viewers to build the set together.

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Reddit

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive
0
Mixed
10
Critical
0

BlockTalk analysis

YouTube reviews of the LEGO Uruk-Hai with Ballista (30211) are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the set's build and features. Reviewers like Brick Box also use the set as a giveaway opportunity, while BUILDERs TV invites viewers to build the set together.

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk summary

KSV -tv highlights the set alongside another Lord of the Rings set, Frodo's cooking corner. The videos mainly demonstrate the building process without expressing strong positive or negative opinions about the set's design or value.

Community content: these reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

11 Unique Parts

21 Official Piece Count

16 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

1 Minifigures

The official piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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