How many pieces are in the Budgie and Chick?

Budgie and Chick contains 261 pieces.

When was the Budgie and Chick released?

Budgie and Chick was released in 2021.

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🏛 Brickheadz

Set #40443

Budgie and Chick

The Budgie and Chick Brickheadz set is an adorable addition to the theme.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Beginner build Ideal for Brickheadz collectors and LEGO fans of all ages who enjoy simple, charming builds.
Build: 261 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $14.99 list price · 5.7¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 34 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's charming design and vibrant colors, making it a cute and displayable Brickheadz model. Some find the build repetitive, but overall it's considered a delightful and easy build for all ages.

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📝 Our Take

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The Budgie and Chick Brickheadz set is an adorable addition to the theme. These charming models capture the essence of the birds with vibrant colors and simple yet effective building techniques. The set offers a delightful building experience and a cute display piece.

This set is perfect for Brickheadz collectors and bird enthusiasts. The build is straightforward and enjoyable, making it a quick and satisfying project suitable for builders of all ages. Its small size makes it easy to display on a desk or shelf.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or large-scale models. Consider other Brickheadz sets with more intricate designs or explore LEGO's Creator series for larger animal builds.

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261

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and repetitive construction typical of Brickheadz
Use of curved slopes to create the birds' rounded shapes
Bright and vibrant color palette accurately represents the Budgie and Chick
Easy to display due to its small size and stable base

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⏳ Retired

The Budgie and Chick Brickheadz set, being a retired set, has potential for moderate appreciation. The Brickheadz theme is popular among collectors, and the set's small size and charming design make it appealing. However, its relatively low piece count and original MSRP limit its potential for significant price increases. As a retired set, its value will likely increase gradually over time, especially if kept in pristine condition. The rising price trend indicates growing demand.

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Compared to other Brickheadz sets, the Budgie and Chick offers a simpler building experience and a smaller display footprint. While larger Brickheadz sets may offer more complex techniques and detail, this set provides an accessible and affordable option for collectors. It's a good alternative to sets like 40479-1 (Dalmatian) or 40481-1 (Cockatiel) if you prefer smaller, more colorful models.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 261
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 67 unique parts, 261 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 11153 2× Blue

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 11153 2× Bright Light Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 3× White

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 3× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× Lime

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 4× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 6× Bright Light Yellow

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 2× Bright Green

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 2× Bright Light Yellow

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 15207 7× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15208 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 1× Bright Light Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× Lime

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 13× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Medium Azure

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Bright Green

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 6× Bright Light Yellow

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 18× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 26604 2× Medium Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 1× Bright Light Yellow

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29120 1× Bright Light Yellow

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 1× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Bright Pink

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Dark Tan

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Bright Green

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Bright Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Lime

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Lime

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Lime

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Azure

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Bright Pink

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× White

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 2× Tan

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Dark Turquoise

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Tan

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 1× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3049d 1× Bright Light Orange

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Tan

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 4× Bright Light Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 4× Sand Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Doub...

Part #: 35464 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 3× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Lime

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× White

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 4× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 2× Reddish Brown

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 1× Bright Light Yellow

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 1× Bright Light Yellow

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 1× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 1× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 1× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Medium Azure

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 12× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Lime

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Green

Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...

Part #: 6231 2× Tan

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 8× Bright Light Yellow

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× White

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 77332 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× Bright Light Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Lime

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 3× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 88930 1× Lime

Part #: 98138pr0048 8× Reddish Brown

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0060 4× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 4× Lime

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 4× Reddish Brown

The set includes a good selection of Bright Light Yellow and Lime elements, useful for builders looking to add vibrant colors to their MOCs. The rounded tiles and curved slopes are particularly helpful for creating organic shapes.