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Join the LEGO City police force! This 237-piece set from 2011 includes 4 minifigures for high-flying adventures.

🏛 Police
Set #3658

Police Helicopter

The Police Helicopter is a classic LEGO City set.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for young children and LEGO City fans looking for a fun and accessible build. ⏱ 2.0 hr build 🧩 237 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the classic LEGO City design and the set's playability, especially the rotating rotors and winch. Some find the design simple and the piece count low for the price.

📝 Our Take

The Police Helicopter is a classic LEGO City set. Released in 2011, this set captures the essence of LEGO City police operations with a functional helicopter and a small cast of minifigures, providing ample play possibilities.

This set is perfect for children and LEGO City enthusiasts. The build is straightforward, making it accessible for younger builders, while the play features and the inclusion of multiple minifigures enhance the play experience.

Skip this if you are looking for a challenging build or a highly detailed display model. Consider larger, more complex sets like the LEGO City Police Station for a more involved building experience and a more impressive display piece.

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🧱 Building Experience

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237
Pieces
2.0h
Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and engaging building process suitable for younger builders.
  • Focus on creating a sturdy and playable helicopter model.
  • Incorporates basic building techniques for structural integrity.
  • Features rotating rotors and a winch for added play value.

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Police Helicopter (3658-1) has moderate investment potential. As a retired LEGO City set, it benefits from the theme's enduring popularity. However, its relatively small piece count and common minifigures may limit significant appreciation. Demand from collectors seeking to complete their LEGO City collections could drive some value increase over time. Investors should consider the set's condition and completeness when evaluating its potential.

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Compare Similar Sets

The Police Helicopter is a simpler, more play-focused set compared to larger LEGO City police stations or vehicles. While it lacks the complexity of those sets, its accessible build and engaging play features make it a great choice for younger children. Collectors might prefer larger sets for display, but this helicopter offers a classic LEGO City experience.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 84 unique parts • 216 total pieces

String with End Studs and Minifig Grips 21L String with End S...
Part #: 14210 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Yellow
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2444 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 White
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 Blue
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 Dark Bluish Gray
Headwear Accessory Visor For Standard Helmet Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 2447 Trans-Brown
Propeller 4 Blade 5 Diameter with Rounded Ends, Open Hub Propeller 4 Blade...
Part #: 2479 Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Trans-Yellow
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Red
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Yellow
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Red
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Blue
Propeller 3 Blade 9 Diameter Propeller 3 Blade...
Part #: 30332 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 White
Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Hollow Stud Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 30367c Black
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Yellow
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Yellow
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with Aircraft Multiple Flight Controls Print Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr0013 White
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Black
Brick Special 2 x 4, with 2 x 2 Brick with Top Pin and 1 x 2 Side Plates Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 30592 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Tile 1 x 2 with '100' Banknote Print Tile 1 x 2 with '...
Part #: 3069bpr0100 Green
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Print Tile 1 x 2 with R...
Part #: 3069bpr0101 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Yellow
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Red
Technic Brick 1 x 14 [13 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32018 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Yellow
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Blue
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Yellow
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 White
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Red
Equipment Cup / Mug [Plain] Equipment Cup / M...
Part #: 3899 Red
Equipment Signal Paddle Equipment Signal ...
Part #: 3900 White
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted [Radar] Dish 4 x 4 Invert...
Part #: 3960 White
Seat / Chair 2 x 2 with Center Sprue Mark Seat / Chair 2 x ...
Part #: 4079b Red
Seat / Chair 2 x 2 with Center Sprue Mark Seat / Chair 2 x ...
Part #: 4079b Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Blue
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Fine Mesh Grill Print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150pr0022 Light Bluish Gray
Vehicle Base 4 x 10 x 2/3 with 2 x 2 Recessed Center with Smooth Underside, 1 x 2 Cutouts, No Center Hole Vehicle Base 4 x ...
Part #: 4212b Dark Bluish Gray
Wheel 11 x 8 with Center Groove Wheel 11 x 8 with...
Part #: 42610 Light Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thick Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 43337 Yellow
Equipment Weapon, Loudhailer / Speaker / Blaster / Space Gun Equipment Weapon,...
Part #: 4349 Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Camera with Side Sight [aka Space Gun] Equipment Camera ...
Part #: 4360 Black
Wedge Sloped 45° 4 x 2 Right Wedge Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 43720 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Sloped 45° 4 x 2 Left Wedge Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 43721 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 45677 Black
Wheel 8 x 6 Wheel 8 x 6
Part #: 4624 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide - Technic Pins Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 47720 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 48183 Dark Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 4 x 2 Plane, Solid Studs Window 1 x 4 x 2 ...
Part #: 4863 White
Wheel Holder 2 x 2 Thin with Split Wheel Clip Pins Wheel Holder 2 x ...
Part #: 4870 Light Bluish Gray
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 1/2 x 2 with 2 x 2 Plate Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 50745 Black
Engine / Air Scoop 2 x 2 Engine / Air Scoo...
Part #: 50943 Dark Bluish Gray
Tyre 17.5 x 6 with Shallow Staggered Treads Tyre 17.5 x 6 wit...
Part #: 51011 Black
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Left Wedge Plate 6 x 3...
Part #: 54384 Dark Bluish Gray
Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 Large Glass Surface Windscreen 3 x 4 ...
Part #: 57783 Trans-Brown
Tyre 14 x 4 Smooth Small Single [New Style] Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...
Part #: 59895 Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6019 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Recessed and 3 Holes Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 60219 Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Thick U-Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470a Black
Plate 1 x 12 Plate 1 x 12
Part #: 60479 White
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Glass for Window ...
Part #: 60601 Trans-Light Blue
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Green
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Yellow
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Dark Blue
Technic Pin with Dual Wheels Holder Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61483 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges] Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 61678 White
Tail Shuttle Tail Shuttle
Part #: 6239 White
Plate Special 2 x 16 with Angled Side Extensions and Hole (Rotor Blade) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 62743 Black
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 10 Bottom Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 87611 Blue
Glass for Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 10 Top Glass for Aircraf...
Part #: 87612 Trans-Light Blue
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 10 Top Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 87613 White
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Aft Section 6 x 10 Top Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 87615 White
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Aft Section 6 x 10 Bottom Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 87616 Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 Black
Brick Arch 1 x 6 Raised Arch Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 92950 Dark Bluish Gray
Engine, Smooth Small, 1 x 2 Side Plate with Axle Holders and Slot Engine, Smooth Sm...
Part #: 98302 Dark Bluish Gray
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 94736 [No Color/Any Color]
The set features a good selection of blue, white, and black plates and slopes. The trans-light blue windows are useful for building other vehicles or structures.

💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate Special 2 x 16 with Angled Side Extensions and Hole (Rotor Blade) (4x) $1.60
Trans-Light Blue Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat (8x) $0.80
Dark Bluish Gray Slope 45° 2 x 2 (6x) $0.30
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.70

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Create a custom police car or SWAT vehicle.
🚀 Build a futuristic drone or surveillance aircraft.
🏙 Expand a LEGO City airport or emergency services hub.

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Brickformula provides a positive review of the LEGO 3658 Police Helicopter, praising its design, durability, and overall "cool factor." However, they also point out that the price per piece is a bit high.

What the Community Says

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Brickformula provides a positive review of the LEGO 3658 Police Helicopter, praising its design, durability, and overall "cool factor." However, they also point out that the price per piece is a bit high.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

84
Unique Parts
219
Total Pieces
4
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 2