How many pieces are in the Challenger Set 300?

Challenger Set 300 contains 355 pieces.

When was the Challenger Set 300 released?

Challenger Set 300 was released in 1998.

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🏛 Classic Basic

Set #4222

Challenger Set 300

The Challenger Set 300 is a fantastic introduction to the world of LEGO building.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for children aged 5-10 and anyone new to LEGO building.
Build: 355 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 2.8¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

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Fans appreciate the set's simplicity and classic building experience, making it a great starter set for children. Some find the limited color palette and basic parts selection less appealing compared to modern LEGO sets.

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The Challenger Set 300 is a fantastic introduction to the world of LEGO building. Released in 1998 as part of the Classic Basic theme, this set provides a solid selection of bricks and elements for sparking creativity and building a variety of models.

This set is perfect for young builders and LEGO enthusiasts looking for a classic building experience. With a moderate piece count and simple instructions, it's an excellent choice for developing fundamental building skills and unleashing imagination.

Skip this if you are primarily interested in licensed themes or highly detailed display models. Consider sets from the LEGO City or Creator lines for more complex builds and specific themes.

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355

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple, straightforward building techniques
Variety of basic bricks in classic colors
Encourages creative free-building
Includes instructions for multiple model ideas

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The Challenger Set 300, while not a highly sought-after set, offers some investment potential due to its age and completeness. As a retired set from 1998, its value has gradually increased over time. The relatively low MSRP of $9.99 makes it an accessible entry point for collectors. However, the set's common parts and lack of exclusive elements may limit its appreciation potential compared to licensed or limited-edition sets. Keeping the set sealed and in excellent condition is crucial for maximizing its value.

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 355
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 80 unique parts, 355 pieces
Minifigures: 2

LEGO counts 355 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 364, including the 9 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 2513 1× Red

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 30000 2× Dark Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Blue

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× White

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× White

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 14× White

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 10× Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 12× White

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Black

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× White

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× Blue

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Red

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 12× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 8× Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 12× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 6× Yellow

Brick 1 x 4 with ...

Part #: 3010apr0001 2× Red

Brick 1 x 4 with ...

Part #: 3010pr9970 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 4 with ...

Part #: 3010pr9975 2× Red

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Red

Part #: 3039 2× Trans-Clear

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Blue

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Light Gray

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 3081c01 2× Red

Slope Brick 45 2 ...

Part #: 3135 1× Red

Hook, Tow Hook wi...

Part #: 3136 1× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 2 x 5...

Part #: 3149bc01 2× Red

Part #: 3483 4× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Yellow

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Blue

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× White

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Red

Fence Lattice 1 x...

Part #: 3633 4× Yellow

Tyre 43 x 17

Part #: 3634 4× Black

Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...

Part #: 3641 4× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 4× Yellow

Part #: 3665 4× Yellow

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 2× Light Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Black

Part #: 3747b 2× Blue

Part #: 3823 2× Trans-Clear

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 2× Yellow

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Blue

Equipment Shovel ...

Part #: 3837 1× Dark Gray

Tool Pickaxe

Part #: 3841 1× Dark Gray

Window 1 x 4 x 3

Part #: 3853 2× Red

Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...

Part #: 3854 4× White

Part #: 3865 1× Bright Green

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 2× Light Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 2× Red

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 2× Yellow

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 4006 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 4× Light Gray

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 2× Yellow

Bar 1 x 4 x 2 wit...

Part #: 4083 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4175 2× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 4× Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Blue

Tool Hammer / Mal...

Part #: 4522 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4600 2× Black

Wheel 8 x 6

Part #: 4624 4× Yellow

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6232 2× Dark Gray

Wheel Freestyle w...

Part #: 6248 8× Yellow

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6249 1× Dark Gray

The set features a good selection of basic bricks in blue, white, yellow, and red, providing a solid foundation for various building projects. The inclusion of wheels adds functionality for creating vehicles.