How many pieces are in the Volcano Jackhammer?

Volcano Jackhammer contains 53 pieces.

What age is the Volcano Jackhammer recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5-12.

When was the Volcano Jackhammer released?

Volcano Jackhammer was released in 2016.

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🏛 City

Set #30350

Volcano Jackhammer

Volcano Jackhammer is a neat little impulse set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Young LEGO fans interested in vehicles and volcano exploration
Build: 53 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.3 community rating from 73 ratings

A fun little set that's great for kids. The jackhammer function is a nice touch, but some find the set a bit too simple and basic.

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📝 Our Take

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Volcano Jackhammer is a neat little impulse set. It's a fun way to add a bit of adventure to your LEGO City layout, especially if you're into the volcano exploration subtheme.

This set is perfect for kids who love construction vehicles and imaginative play. It's a quick and easy build, ideal for a small reward or a stocking stuffer.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience or a large, impressive model. Consider larger LEGO City sets with more intricate designs and play features.

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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

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5-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and quick build
Incorporates Technic elements for functionality
Features a rugged, off-road vehicle design
Includes a volcano explorer minifigure

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

As a small, retired LEGO City polybag, the Volcano Jackhammer presents a speculative investment opportunity. Its low piece count and relatively common minifigure limit its potential for exponential growth. However, its increasing price trend and the popularity of the LEGO City theme suggest it could hold or slightly increase in value over time. The key factors influencing its investment performance will be its rarity in sealed condition and the continued interest in the volcano exploration subtheme.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small LEGO City sets, the Volcano Jackhammer offers a unique theme and a functional vehicle design. While it lacks the complexity of larger sets, its affordability and playability make it a good alternative for younger builders or those looking for a quick and easy project. Other small LEGO City vehicles might offer similar play value, but this one's focused on a specific subtheme.

1 Minifigure Included

Volcano Explorer, Man, Olive Green Jumpsuit with Straps, White Hard Hat with Visor, Breathing Apparatus, Airtanks, Goatee Beard

7 parts

The set includes a Volcano Explorer minifigure with a detailed olive green jumpsuit, breathing apparatus, and white hard hat, adding to the set's playability and collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 53
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 31 unique parts, 46 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 7 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11458 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 15100 1× Black

Weapon Harpoon [S...

Part #: 18041 1× Flat Silver

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Trans-Orange

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...

Part #: 30385 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Lime

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Lime

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 2× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 1× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 1× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 1× Black

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 1× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 1× Blue

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Black

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Lime

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Trans-Orange

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Black

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 6157 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 4× Black

Spoiler 2 x 4 wit...

Part #: 98834 1× Dark Bluish Gray

The set offers a selection of useful parts for small vehicle construction, including wheels, tires, and Technic connectors. The lime green slopes and trans-orange cheese slopes add a pop of color and can be useful for MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide and Center Band (4x) $0.40

Light Bluish Gray Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin (4x) $0.20

Yellow Lever Small Base with Black Lever (2x) $0.50

Lime Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs (2x) $0.10

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$1.20

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modify into a lunar rover or other off-road vehicle.

🏙 Expand into a larger volcano research base.

🤖 Rebuild into a small exploration robot.

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K Movie Productions provides a positive review of the LEGO City Volcano Jackhammer (30350-1), appreciating the crystal and lava elements. However, the reviewer expresses disappointment that there were no instructions for building the minifigure.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

Official Piece Count

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

The official piece count includes the 7 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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