How many pieces are in The Brick Moulding Machine?

The Brick Moulding Machine contains 1,205 pieces.

What age is The Brick Moulding Machine recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 10+.

When was The Brick Moulding Machine released?

The Brick Moulding Machine was released in 2021.

LEGO The Brick Moulding Machine set 40502

1 / 3

🏛 LEGO Exclusive

Set #40502

The Brick Moulding Machine

The Brick Moulding Machine is a charming tribute to LEGO history.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 10+ · Intermediate build Perfect for LEGO fans and collectors who appreciate the history and design of the LEGO brick.
Build: 1,205 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.4 community rating from 32 ratings

Fans praise The Brick Moulding Machine for its clever design and unique concept, offering a fascinating look into LEGO's history. Some find the price a bit high for the piece count, but appreciate the set's display value and the engaging building experience.

Check price on eBay

📝 Our Take

AI-assisted editorial summary, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

The Brick Moulding Machine is a charming tribute to LEGO history. As a limited-edition set designed by LEGO House Master Builders, it offers a unique glimpse into the brick-making process with functional elements and a delightful aesthetic.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the history of the brick. It provides an engaging build experience with moving parts and a nostalgic feel, making it a great display piece.

Skip this if you prefer licensed themes or action-oriented sets. Those seeking more play features or well-known characters might consider modular buildings or Star Wars sets instead.

✨ New

Ask BlockTalk about this set

AI assistant with full set data

BlockTalk

Hi! I'm BlockTalk, your LEGO expert. Ask me anything about the The Brick Moulding Machine - building tips, investment potential, comparisons, or anything else!

Try asking:

How does this set compare to other LEGO House exclusives in terms of value? What are the key mechanical functions of the Brick Moulding Machine? Is this set a good investment for long-term LEGO collectors? How does the color scheme enhance the overall design of the set?

🧱 Building Experience

AI-assisted build estimate, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

🧩

1,205

Pieces

⏱

4.5h

Estimated Build Time

📊

Intermediate

Difficulty

👤

10+

Ages

Build Highlights:

Working mechanism demonstrates how LEGO bricks are moulded
Intricate details and vibrant color scheme
Unique building techniques to replicate the moulding process
Display-worthy model with a nostalgic aesthetic

📈 Investment Analysis

AI-assisted investment analysis, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

Not enough price history for a trend

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Brick Moulding Machine (40502-1) presents a unique investment opportunity due to its limited release and historical significance. As a LEGO House exclusive, it was only available in limited quantities, increasing its rarity on the secondary market. The set's unique design and functionality, combined with its connection to the LEGO brick manufacturing process, make it highly desirable among collectors. However, its niche appeal means potential buyers should be aware that liquidity might be lower compared to more mainstream LEGO themes.

Not Financial Advice: Content is for educational purposes only. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Full disclaimer

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Wooden Duck

LEGO Exclusive • 621 pcs

$79.99

LEGO House Dinosaurs

LEGO Exclusive • 865 pcs

The Brick Moulding Machine stands out due to its unique subject matter and limited availability as a LEGO House exclusive. While other sets may offer larger piece counts or licensed themes, this set appeals to collectors interested in the history and manufacturing of LEGO bricks. Alternatives might include other LEGO House exclusives or sets with similar mechanical functions, but none capture the same historical significance.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 1,205
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 150 unique parts, 1,205 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× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 6× Lime

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 1× Lime

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 1× Orange

Brick 1 x 1 x 3

Part #: 14716 3× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 14719 16× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 1× Lime

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 15207 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 15254 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 5× Lime

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 20× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 15× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 6× Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 1× White

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 17485 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 18653 4× Black

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 1× Black

Support Round 2 x...

Part #: 19798 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Red

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Black

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 8× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2 x 3 w...

Part #: 22886 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 5× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 40× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 8× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Lime

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 9× Lime

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 1× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1 x 5 w...

Part #: 2453b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1 x 5 w...

Part #: 2453b 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454b 2× Black

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× White

Brick 1 x 16

Part #: 2465 2× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2653 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 4× Black

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 4× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 10× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 1× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Lime

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 9× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 14× Lime

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 5× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 15× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 28× Lime

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 11× Black

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 1× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 6× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 24× Lime

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 12× Lime

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 x 3

Part #: 30145 1× Light Bluish Gray

Box / Crate with ...

Part #: 30150 1× Yellow

Equipment Binoculars

Part #: 30162 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 20× Lime

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Lime

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 9× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Lime

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 24× Lime

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 27× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 6× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 14× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 11× Lime

Plate 6 x 16

Part #: 3027 4× Black

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 2× Black

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Lime

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× Black

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 30586 6× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 89× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 6× Lime

Tile 2 x 2 with T...

Part #: 3068bpr0498 3× Medium Nougat

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 9× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 15× Lime

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 7× Lime

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Bright Light Orange

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 3× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 7× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 1× Black

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 1× Dark Turquoise

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 5× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 2× White

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 32828 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 5× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 9× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 2× Light Bluish Gray

Food Hot Dog / Sa...

Part #: 33078 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 7× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Driving R...

Part #: 35186 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 5× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 10× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 14× Lime

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 3× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 9× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 3× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Lime

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 10× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 1× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 40× Lime

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Black

Part #: 3941 1× Trans-Orange

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Trans-Clear

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957b 4× Trans-Clear

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 8× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 24× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with '...

Part #: 4162pr0036 1× Black

Tile 1 x 8 With '...

Part #: 4162pr0090 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 1× Black

Brick Curved 6 x 1

Part #: 42022 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 13× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 6× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4510 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 47457 1× Light Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 4× Black

Hinge Tile 1 x 3 ...

Part #: 53941 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 5× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 4× Black

Panel 1 x 6 x 5

Part #: 59349 5× Trans-Clear

Panel 1 x 6 x 5

Part #: 59349 1× Black

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60475b 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60476 1× Black

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 1× Orange

Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...

Part #: 60581 1× Black

Door Frame 1 x 4 ...

Part #: 60596 5× Lime

Door 1 x 4 x 6 Sm...

Part #: 60616b 5× Lime

Brick 1 x 10

Part #: 6111 1× Lime

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61252 6× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Trans-Orange

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Dark Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Pearl Titanium

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Red

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Black

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 1× Orange

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 29× Lime

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 1× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 65509 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 77891 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 4× Lime

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 7× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 7× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Lime

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 6× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 1× Lime

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 6× Lime

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 9× Black

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 6× Black

Plate 8 x 16

Part #: 92438 3× Black

Bucket 1 x 1 x 1

Part #: 95343 1× Red

Bucket 1 x 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 95344 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Red

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Dark Red

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Trans-Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0186 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 3× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 5× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 8× Lime

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Black

The set features a vibrant palette of lime, black, and light bluish gray parts, providing a useful selection for MOC builders. The abundant supply of tiles and plates in various sizes and colors makes this set a valuable source for detail work and surface finishing.