How many pieces are in the Nutcracker?

Nutcracker contains 230 pieces.

When was the Nutcracker released?

Nutcracker was released in 2017.

🏛 Christmas

Set #40254

Nutcracker

The LEGO Nutcracker is a charming and festive holiday set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Suitable for families and LEGO fans of all ages looking for a festive build
Build: 230 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating from 276 ratings

Fans appreciate the Nutcracker's festive charm and ease of build, making it a great holiday decoration. Some find the design slightly simplistic, but overall it's well-received for its seasonal appeal.

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📝 Our Take

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The LEGO Nutcracker is a charming and festive holiday set. Capturing the classic character in brick form, it's a delightful addition to any Christmas display.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and holiday decorators. The build offers a pleasant experience, and the finished model is a great conversation starter.

Skip this if you prefer action-packed sets. Consider the LEGO Winter Village sets for a more expansive holiday scene.

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🧱 Building Experience

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230

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and repetitive building techniques
Focus on shaping and character design
Utilizes SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques for detailing
Creates a display-worthy model with a festive theme

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The LEGO Nutcracker, being a retired Christmas-themed set, holds moderate investment potential. Its appeal lies in its seasonal nature and relative scarcity post-retirement. While not a high-value set, it may appreciate modestly over time, especially if kept in pristine condition. Theme popularity is a significant factor, as Christmas sets generally see increased demand during the holiday season. Piece count is relatively low, so appreciation will likely be gradual.

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Compared to other LEGO Christmas sets, the Nutcracker offers a unique character build rather than a scene. Winter Village sets (like 10293-1) provide larger, more complex builds, while smaller ornaments (like 854037-1) are simpler and cheaper. The Nutcracker is a good middle-ground option for those seeking a festive display piece without a massive time or financial investment.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 230
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 60 unique parts, 230 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 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 1× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 6× Red

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 4× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 15470 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 6× Pearl Gold

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Black

Part #: 2431 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 4× Black

Part #: 30136 8× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Red

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Tan

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 7× White

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 10× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Green

Part #: 3024 12× Pearl Gold

Part #: 3062b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Red

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 2× Pearl Gold

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 3× Red

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Plate 1 x...

Part #: 32124 2× Black

Technic Ball Joint

Part #: 32474 2× White

Part #: 3623 1× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 5× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 1× Tan

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794b 6× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 2× Green

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Black

Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

Part #: 3960 1× Black

Part #: 4081b 2× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 3× Blue

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 2× Blue

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 2× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 1× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× White

Part #: 63864 1× White

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 1× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 4× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 8× White

Brick Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 87081 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Black

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 87747 2× Black

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 90258 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Pearl Gold

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0008 2× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 4× Red

The set features a balanced mix of red, black, and white pieces, suitable for general building. The inclusion of Pearl Gold elements adds a touch of elegance and is useful for detailing.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 7 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO Nutcracker (40254) receives mixed reactions from LEGO YouTubers, reflected in an overall score of 3.0/5. Jeremy Herbert's review showcases it as the 2017 LEGO Brick Friday giveaway, but the sentiment is neutral.

LEGO Nutcracker 40254 - Brick Friday Unboxing, Speed Build & Review!

Jeremy Herbert • 4.1K views Unboxing

Community Sentiment

Based on 7 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Jeremy Herbert's unboxing, speed build, and review offer a straightforward look at the 2017 Brick Friday giveaway set. However, no strong opinions (positive or negative) are expressed in the analyzed reviews.