How many pieces are in the Tipper Truck?

Tipper Truck contains 222 pieces.

When was the Tipper Truck released?

Tipper Truck was released in 2012.

🏛 Construction

Set #4434

Tipper Truck

The Tipper Truck is a classic LEGO City vehicle.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for children aged 5-8 who enjoy construction vehicles and simple LEGO builds.
Build: 222 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 9.0¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the set's simple design and playability, making it a great gift for younger children. However, some find the build too basic and the overall value to be somewhat lacking compared to newer sets with more features.

$19.99

Best Price

$106.99

📝 Our Take

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The Tipper Truck is a classic LEGO City vehicle. This set captures the essence of a construction site workhorse, offering a straightforward build and play-ready design perfect for younger LEGO enthusiasts.

This set is perfect for kids and fans of LEGO City construction vehicles. With its simple build and sturdy design, it's ideal for imaginative play and adding to a growing LEGO City layout. The two included minifigures enhance the play experience, allowing for various construction scenarios.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging build or intricate details. This set is designed for younger builders, so consider larger, more complex Technic or Creator Expert vehicles if you want a more advanced building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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222

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions perfect for young builders
Functional tipping bed adds play value
Simple chassis construction introduces basic building techniques
Sturdy design ensures durability during play

📈 Investment Analysis

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B-

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Tipper Truck, released in 2012, has seen a steady increase in value since its retirement. While not the most spectacular investment, its relatively low piece count and initial MSRP make it an accessible entry point for LEGO investors. The Construction theme generally holds value well, and complete sets with minifigures are likely to continue appreciating modestly over time. However, the potential for significant returns is limited due to the set's wide availability during its production run.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to similar LEGO City construction vehicles, the Tipper Truck offers a simple and affordable option for young builders. While larger sets like the LEGO City Great Vehicles Dump Truck (60220-1) offer more advanced features and a higher piece count, the Tipper Truck provides a more accessible entry point. Consider the Tipper Truck for younger children or collectors seeking a classic LEGO City vehicle at a reasonable price.

2 Minifigures Included

Construction Worker, Blue Jacket with Orange Stripes, Blue Legs, Black Cap, Beard

4 parts

C+

Construction Worker, Blue Overalls over Medium Blue Shirt, Red Hard Hat

4 parts

C+

The set includes two standard construction worker minifigures, adding to the playability and allowing for various construction-themed scenarios.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 222
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 68 unique parts, 214 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The piece count includes the 8 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 5× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 2× Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 2436 1× White

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 1× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Orange

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× Orange

Equipment Binoculars

Part #: 30162 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Green

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237b 5× Orange

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Tan

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 2× Blue

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 25× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4 witho...

Part #: 3066 1× Trans-Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 6× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Trans-Orange

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 6× Trans-Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel Centre Smal...

Part #: 3464 1× White

Fence Lattice 1 x...

Part #: 3633 4× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Orange

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 3× Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 6× Light Bluish Gray

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right

Part #: 3821 1× Orange

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left

Part #: 3822 1× Orange

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Tan

Equipment Brush /...

Part #: 3836 1× Reddish Brown

Equipment Shovel ...

Part #: 3837 1× Black

Equipment Cup / M...

Part #: 3899 1× Yellow

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Exhaust Pipe with...

Part #: 40620 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 4× Light Bluish Gray

Windscreen 2 x 6 ...

Part #: 4176 1× Trans-Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4216 2× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4488 6× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 50745 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 52031 1× Orange

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 52107 2× Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Trans-Clear

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 2× Trans-Orange

Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...

Part #: 59895 1× Black

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 6× Light Bluish Gray

Fence 1 x 8 x 2 2/3

Part #: 6079 1× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Yellow

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 1× Orange

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 4× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 3× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Orange

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× Orange

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 4× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87609 2× Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87609 1× White

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 6× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 6 x 3 w...

Part #: 98280 2× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 98285 1× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 98286 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 3 x 4 - 3...

Part #: 98287 6× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Wheelba...

Part #: 98288 1× Red

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 98773 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a good selection of Light Bluish Gray and Dark Bluish Gray elements, useful for general building and MOC projects. The inclusion of several wheels and mudguards is particularly valuable for vehicle creations.