How many pieces are in the Blizzard Blaster?

Blizzard Blaster contains 303 pieces.

What age is the Blizzard Blaster recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7+.

When was the Blizzard Blaster released?

Blizzard Blaster was released in 2004.

🏛 Mission Deep Freeze

Set #4770

Blizzard Blaster

The Blizzard Blaster is a cool, retro-futuristic snow vehicle from LEGO's Mission Deep Freeze line.

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Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Intermediate build LEGO fans who enjoy building vehicles and appreciate retro-futuristic designs
Build: 303 pieces · about 3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 9.9¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating

Fans appreciate the Blizzard Blaster for its unique color scheme and retro-futuristic design. Some find the build repetitive, but the overall aesthetic and the inclusion of the Ogel Minion minifigure are generally well-received.

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📝 Our Take

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The Blizzard Blaster is a cool, retro-futuristic snow vehicle from LEGO's Mission Deep Freeze line. Released in 2004, it captures the adventurous spirit of exploration with its unique design and color scheme. The combination of dark blue, sand blue, and white gives it a distinctive look that stands out from other LEGO vehicles.

This set is perfect for LEGO fans who appreciate classic themes and unique vehicle designs. The build offers a satisfying experience with some interesting Technic connections, and the final model is great for display or imaginative play. Its retro style fits well with other vintage LEGO sets.

Skip this if you're looking for modern building techniques or highly detailed models. While charming, it lacks the complexity of newer sets. Consider newer Arctic exploration sets for a more contemporary experience.

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303

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

👤

Ages

Build Highlights:

Utilizes Technic elements for functionality and stability
Incorporates ball joints for flexible movement
Features a unique color scheme with sand blue and dark blue
Includes play features like rotating cannons

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↑ Trending up since release

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Blizzard Blaster, being a retired set from the Mission Deep Freeze theme, has shown a rising price trend, indicating its growing appeal among collectors. Its relatively low piece count for the price point might deter some, but the unique color scheme and distinctive design contribute to its collectibility. The set's age and rarity are key factors driving its investment potential, though fluctuations in demand can affect returns. Consider the set's condition and completeness when evaluating its investment value. Sets with original packaging and instructions tend to command higher prices.

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Compared to other sets in the Mission Deep Freeze theme, the Blizzard Blaster offers a unique vehicle design with a focus on exploration. While other sets may offer more play features or minifigures, the Blizzard Blaster stands out for its distinct color scheme and retro-futuristic aesthetic. Collectors interested in Arctic exploration themes might also consider newer City Arctic sets, but the Blizzard Blaster provides a nostalgic alternative.

2 Minifigures Included

Zed

4 parts

B+

Ogel Minion with Bubble Helmet

4 parts

The set includes two minifigures: Zed and an Ogel Minion with a Bubble Helmet. The Ogel Minion is unique to the Mission Deep Freeze theme and adds to the set's collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 303
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 79 unique parts, 297 pieces
Minifigures: 2

LEGO counts 303 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 305, including the 8 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.

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 1× Dark Red

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Trans-Orange

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 7× White

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 8× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 2× White

Antenna 8H Whip

Part #: 2569 2× Trans-Orange

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 2577 2× Dark Blue

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 14× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Trans-Medium Blue

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 17× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2817 1× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Sand Blue

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Sand Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Sand Blue

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 4× Sand Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Sand Blue

Equipment Crystal...

Part #: 30106 1× Trans-Clear

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Sand Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Dark Blue

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 4× White

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 4× Sand Blue

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30357 2× Sand Blue

Bar 1 x 8 with Br...

Part #: 30359b 4× Dark Blue

Bar 1 x 8 with Br...

Part #: 30359b 4× Trans-Orange

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3038 8× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× Sand Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Dark Red

Technic Link 1 x 5

Part #: 30397 4× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Sand Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Trans-Orange

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 2× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Dark Blue

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 2× White

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064b 6× Dark Blue

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064b 3× Black

Launcher, Technic...

Part #: 32074c01 1× White

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 2× White

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 32506 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Black

Engine - Smooth, ...

Part #: 3475b 2× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Sand Blue

Minifig Head (No ...

Part #: 3626bpr0094 1× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Dark Blue

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 1× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3703 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747b 1× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Sand Blue

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 3× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Dark Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3894 2× Dark Blue

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× Light Bluish Gray

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 1× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 2× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 2× White

Brick Curved 6 x 1

Part #: 42022 2× Sand Blue

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 42023 10× Dark Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 42060 1× Sand Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 42061 1× Sand Blue

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287b 2× Sand Blue

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 14× Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43712 2× Sand Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43712 2× Dark Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43713 2× Dark Blue

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43720 2× Sand Blue

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43721 2× Sand Blue

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44036 1× Dark Red

Brick Curved 6 x 2

Part #: 44126 2× Dark Blue

Flag 2 x 2 Trapez...

Part #: 44676 4× Dark Blue

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 47455 10× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 2× Dark Blue

Windscreen 10 x 4...

Part #: 47843 1× Sand Blue

Windscreen 9 x 3 ...

Part #: 47844pr0002 1× Trans-Clear

Aircraft Fuselage...

Part #: 47846 1× Dark Blue

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48169 10× Sand Blue

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48170 2× Dark Blue

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48171 8× Sand Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 2× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50304 1× Sand Blue

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50305 1× Sand Blue

Hinge Brick 2 x 2...

Part #: 6134 1× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Medium Blue

Projectile, Techn...

Part #: 76110c03 1× Black

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 52887 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set contains a good selection of dark blue and sand blue elements, which are useful for MOC builders looking to create unique color combinations. The Technic pieces provide opportunities for creating functional models.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Blue Brick Curved 6 x 1 Inverted (10x) $1.50

Sand Blue Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin Hole, Rotation Joint Socket (10x) $2.50

Sand Blue Plate 4 x 10 (4x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate snow vehicles or aircraft

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Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

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Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

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What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

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