How many pieces are in The Wooden Duck?

The Wooden Duck contains 621 pieces.

What age is The Wooden Duck recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 10+.

When was The Wooden Duck released?

The Wooden Duck was released in 2020.

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🏛 LEGO Exclusive

Set #40501

The Wooden Duck

The Wooden Duck is a charming tribute to LEGO's origins.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 10+ · Beginner build Ideal for LEGO fans of all ages who want a piece of LEGO history
Build: 621 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $89.99 list price · 14.5¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 64 ratings

Fans appreciate the nostalgic design and the connection to LEGO's history, but some feel the price is a bit high for the size and simplicity of the build.

$89.99

Best Price

$115.21

📝 Our Take

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The Wooden Duck is a charming tribute to LEGO's origins. This set is a faithful recreation of one of the company's earliest and most iconic toys, capturing the simple yet elegant design that sparked a global phenomenon.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the company's history. The build is straightforward and enjoyable, resulting in a delightful display piece that embodies LEGO's legacy.

Skip this if you prefer complex builds or licensed themes. Those seeking more intricate models might prefer larger Architecture or Ideas sets, while fans of specific franchises may want to explore Star Wars or Marvel offerings.

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621

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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10+

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and satisfying building process
Classic design with clever use of basic elements
Sturdy construction for display
Represents a key piece of LEGO's heritage

📈 Investment Analysis

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→ Price stable

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Wooden Duck is a retired LEGO Exclusive set, which adds to its collectibility. As a tribute to LEGO's history, it holds a special appeal for long-time fans and collectors. While the piece count isn't exceptionally high, its unique design and historical significance make it a potentially good investment. However, its appreciation may be gradual compared to licensed sets with broader appeal. The stable price trend suggests consistent demand.

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Compared to other LEGO exclusives, The Wooden Duck offers a unique blend of nostalgia and simplicity. While sets like the Modular Buildings or UCS models offer more complex building experiences, the Wooden Duck provides a charming and accessible tribute to LEGO's origins. It's a great choice for those who appreciate LEGO's history and want a distinctive display piece.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 621
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 96 unique parts, 621 pieces

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

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 10247 2× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 11153 12× Dark Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 3× Dark Blue

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 7× White

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 5× Black

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11458 2× Bright Light Orange

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 5× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 3× Dark Red

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 3× Bright Light Orange

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 11833 4× Red

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 13547 3× Yellow

String with End S...

Part #: 14226c41 1× Black

Brick 1 x 1 x 3

Part #: 14716 2× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 4× Red

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr1163 2× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 18646 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 18654 1× Pearl Gold

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 7× Dark Red

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 4× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Dark Blue

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 2× Bright Light Orange

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Sand Green

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 4× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 16

Part #: 2465 2× Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 4× Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 16× Red

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 2× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Orange

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 3× Light Aqua

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 10× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Orange

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 3× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Dark Green

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 4× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Light Aqua

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 6× Dark Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 3× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 3× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 7× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 7× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Bright Pink

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Yellow

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Coral

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 16× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 5× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Pearl Gold

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Dark Green

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 3× Dark Blue

Plate 6 x 10

Part #: 3033 1× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Bright Light Orange

Equipment Flotati...

Part #: 30340 1× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 43× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 22× Dark Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Dark Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 9× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× White

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Dark Green

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 2× Yellow

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 32140 2× Lime

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32249 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 3× Dark Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Green

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 1× Dark Blue

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 32803 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 8× Dark Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 1× White

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 3× Dark Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 2× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 3× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 15× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Bright Light Yellow

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 5× Sand Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 3× Yellow

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 16× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 7× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Dark Green

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 2× Black

Part #: 3710 5× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Medium Azure

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Yellow

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 12× Dark Green

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 4× Red

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 4× Medium Azure

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Bright Green

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 1× White

Tile 1 x 8 with '...

Part #: 4162pr0006 1× Black

Tile 1 x 8 with '...

Part #: 4162pr0036 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 4× White

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Dark Green

Dish 6 x 6 Invert...

Part #: 44375b 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460b 2× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 5× Dark Blue

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 3× Dark Red

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 8× Dark Green

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Dark Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 8× Red

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 60477 2× Black

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 4× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 4× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Bright Light Orange

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Dark Blue

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 8× Blue

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 6632 2× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Bright Light Orange

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 3× Bright Light Orange

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 6× Dark Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Black

Plate 8 x 16

Part #: 92438 2× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 4× Dark Blue

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 2× Orange

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Black

The set features a good selection of basic plates and tiles in black, dark blue, dark red, and dark green, useful for MOC builders looking to expand their parts collection with classic colors.

🛒 Where to Buy

Bricklink

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (43x) $2.15

Dark Blue Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (22x) $1.10

Red Tile 2 x 2 Curved, Macaroni (16x) $0.80

Dark Green Plate 1 x 2 (16x) $0.48

Dark Red Plate 1 x 3 (15x) $0.45

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.98

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Variations of other wooden animals

🚗 Vintage toy car or truck

🏙 Stylized LEGO store display

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 4 videos

3.5 /5

Positive

25% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO Wooden Duck (40501) receives generally positive sentiment, with reviewers like RacingBrick and BrickTsar offering neutral yet appreciative coverage, often acknowledging the set as a thoughtful gift or introduction to the LEGO House Limited Editions. The overall positive score reflects appreciation for this LEGO House exclusive, though deeper critical analysis is less prevalent.

LEGO House exclusive 40501 Wooden Duck unboxing and detailed building review

RacingBrick • 13.5K views Unboxing

LEGO House 40501 The wooden duck

BrickTsar • 3.3K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 4 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.5 /5

Positive

25% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

RacingBrick's unboxing and detailed review highlights the set as the first in the LEGO House Limited Editions series. BrickTsar shares their thoughts, specifically thanking @brickitect for providing the set, indicating community engagement and appreciation within the LEGO YouTube sphere.