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Celebrate the 30th Anniversary

Build the adorable Lion King cub with 222 pieces and relive the magic of the classic Disney movie!

🏛 Disney
Set #43243

Simba the Lion King Cub

Simba the Lion King Cub is an adorable and accessible LEGO recreation of a beloved Disney character.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for younger builders and Disney fans looking for a quick, enjoyable build. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 222 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the adorable design and accurate representation of Simba, making it a delightful display piece. Some feel the build is too simple for experienced builders, but it's generally considered a good value for the price and a perfect gift for Disney enthusiasts.

MSRP
$19.99
Best Price
$15.00
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📝 Our Take

Simba the Lion King Cub is an adorable and accessible LEGO recreation of a beloved Disney character. Capturing the essence of young Simba with clever part usage and vibrant colors, this set brings a touch of Pride Rock to any LEGO collection.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO enthusiasts and Disney fans of all ages. The build is straightforward and engaging, making it a fun project for families or individuals looking for a quick and satisfying build. The finished model is also a charming display piece.

Skip this if you're seeking a challenging build or intricate details. For a more complex Disney build, consider sets from the LEGO Ideas range or larger character models. This set focuses on simplicity and cuteness over complex techniques.

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🧱 Building Experience

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222
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and engaging building techniques perfect for beginners.
  • Clever use of curved slopes to capture Simba's youthful features.
  • Bright Light Orange color palette accurately represents Simba's fur.
  • A posable head adds a touch of playability and display options.

📈 Investment Analysis

↓ Price declining
C+
Investment Grade
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As a smaller, licensed set, Simba the Lion King Cub presents a moderate investment opportunity. The Disney theme generally holds value, and Simba's enduring popularity could drive demand. However, the lower piece count and accessible price point may limit significant appreciation. Keeping the set sealed and in mint condition will be crucial for maximizing any potential return. Monitor the set's retirement status and any future remakes to gauge long-term value.

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Compared to other LEGO Disney sets, Simba offers a more accessible price point and simpler build experience. While larger sets like the Disney Castle provide more intricate details and a longer build time, Simba is a great entry point for younger fans or those looking for a quick and charming display piece. Consider 43230-1 Walt Disney Tribute Camera for a more challenging Disney build.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 78 unique parts • 205 total pieces

Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 10314 Bright Light Orange
Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 11203 Bright Light Orange
Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 11203 Tan
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Orange
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Inverted Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 13547 Tan
Wedge Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Corner Wedge Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 13548 Bright Light Orange
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14417 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14704 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Lion Eye print Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068pr9991 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Lion Eye print Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068pr9992 Bright Light Orange
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Vertical Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15070 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Dark Green
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 15672 Bright Light Orange
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Dark Green
Tile Round 1 x 2 Half Circle Tile Round 1 x 2 ...
Part #: 1748 Tan
Slope 33° 2 x 2 Double / Inverted Slope 33° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 1762 Bright Light Orange
Slope Inverted 45° 3 x 1 Double with 2 Blocked Open Studs Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 18759 Bright Light Orange
Plant, Cherries Plant, Cherries
Part #: 22667 Lime
Tile Round 1 x 1 Half Circle Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 24246 Bright Pink
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 Tan
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Reddish Brown
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Right Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29119 Dark Green
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Left Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29120 Dark Green
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Bright Pink
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Bright Light Orange
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 10× Bright Light Orange
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Orange
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Bright Light Orange
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Tan
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Bright Light Orange
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Bright Light Orange
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Bright Light Orange
Food Hot Dog / Sausage Food Hot Dog / Sa...
Part #: 33078 Medium Nougat
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Tan
Tile 45° Cut 2 x 2 (Triangle) Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...
Part #: 35787 Bright Light Orange
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Dark Orange
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Bright Light Orange
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Tan
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Bright Light Orange
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 Lime
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Orange
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Tan
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 Medium Nougat
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate Thin Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3938 Light Bluish Gray
Animal Body Part / Plant, Tail / Claw / Horn / Branch / Tentacle, End Section Animal Body Part ...
Part #: 40379 Bright Light Orange
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with Groove [New Underside] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 41740 Bright Light Orange
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Bright Light Orange
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 49307 12× Tan
Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 49307 Magenta
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Horizontal T-Bar Underneath Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 5066 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Bright Light Orange
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Bright Light Orange
Animal Body Part / Plant, Tail / Neck / Branch / Trunk, Middle Section with Pin Holes Animal Body Part ...
Part #: 5717 Bright Light Orange
Technic Brick Modified 2 x 2 with Ball and Axle Hole, with 6 Holes in Ball Technic Brick Mod...
Part #: 57909b Dark Brown
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Green
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Bright Light Orange
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 Tan
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61332 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Orange
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 4 with Groove and Two Center Studs (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 65509 Tan
Tile Round 2 x 4 Tile Round 2 x 4
Part #: 66857 Bright Light Orange
Tile Round 3 x 3 with Medium Nougat/Black Lion Ear print Tile Round 3 x 3 ...
Part #: 67095pr9998 Bright Light Orange
Food Croissant - Flat Ends Food Croissant - ...
Part #: 67338 Lavender
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Ball Socket Wide and Axle Hole, No Arm Holes Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 67696 Dark Brown
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Axle Hole and Grill on Sides (Haybale) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 71752 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Vertical on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 78256 Reddish Brown
Plate Round Corner 2 x 2 with 1 x 1 Cutout Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 79491 Bright Light Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Reddish Brown
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Double with No Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93273 Bright Light Orange
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 4 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 93274 Yellow
Slope Curved 3 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Sunk Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 93604 Bright Light Orange
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Ladybug / Ladybird Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr9989 Red
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Dark Tan
The set is a great source of Bright Light Orange curved slopes and plates, useful for builders looking to create organic shapes and smooth surfaces. The Tan elements provide subtle contrast and add to the overall aesthetic.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Tan Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs (12x) $1.80
Bright Light Orange Plate 2 x 4 (10x) $0.50
Bright Light Orange Brick Curved 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 No Studs (6x) $0.90
Orange Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side (6x) $1.20
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$4.40

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create a small Pride Rock diorama with additional landscape elements.
🌳 Expand the model into a larger, more detailed Simba figure.
🌳 Rebuild the parts into other Lion King characters like Nala or Pumbaa.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

78
Unique Parts
205
Total Pieces
0
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