How many pieces are in the Alpha Team Aquatic Mech?

Alpha Team Aquatic Mech contains 164 pieces.

What age is the Alpha Team Aquatic Mech recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7-12.

When was the Alpha Team Aquatic Mech released?

Alpha Team Aquatic Mech was released in 2002.

🏛 Mission Deep Sea

Set #4789

Alpha Team Aquatic Mech

The Alpha Team Aquatic Mech is a charming and nostalgic deep-sea exploration vehicle.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Great for kids and LEGO fans who enjoy classic themes
Build: 164 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 19 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's classic design and nostalgic appeal, but some find the build too simple and the articulation limited compared to modern LEGO mechs.

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📝 Our Take

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The Alpha Team Aquatic Mech is a charming and nostalgic deep-sea exploration vehicle. Released in 2002 as part of the Mission Deep Sea theme, it captures the adventurous spirit of underwater discovery with its bright yellow color scheme and functional design.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy classic themes and simpler builds. With a manageable piece count and straightforward instructions, it offers a satisfying building experience that's great for younger builders or those looking for a quick and fun project.

Skip this if you're seeking highly complex builds or modern, detailed aesthetics. Consider newer underwater-themed sets from themes like City or Creator for more intricate designs and advanced building techniques.

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🧱 Building Experience

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164

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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7-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward build
Uses Technic elements for joint articulation
Bright yellow color scheme is visually appealing
Features a rotating claw and poseable limbs

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Alpha Team Aquatic Mech, while not a flagship set, holds some investment potential due to its age, relatively low piece count, and the nostalgia factor associated with the Mission Deep Sea theme. Its value will likely increase slowly over time, driven by collectors seeking to complete their vintage LEGO collections. However, its smaller size and lack of exclusive elements limit its potential for significant appreciation. Keeping the set in mint condition with its original box is crucial to maximize its investment value.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to modern underwater sets, the Alpha Team Aquatic Mech offers a simpler, more classic building experience. While it lacks the intricate details of newer sets, its charm lies in its retro design and nostalgic appeal. Collectors seeking a more complex build might prefer sets from the LEGO City Deep Sea Explorers theme, but those seeking a vintage LEGO experience will appreciate this set.

1 Minifigure Included

Dash, Helmet and Visor

6 parts

The set includes a Dash minifigure with a helmet and visor, a standard design for the Alpha Team theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 164
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 72 unique parts, 160 pieces
Minifigures: 1

LEGO counts 164 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 166, including the 6 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.

Rubber Band 15mm ...

Part #: 23229 1× Yellow

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Yellow

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 1× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Dark Gray

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 2460 4× Dark Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2476a 2× Yellow

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 2547 1× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Hinge Train Gate ...

Part #: 2873 1× Yellow

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Dark Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Gray

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 30085 1× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× Dark Gray

Plant, Sea Grass

Part #: 30093 1× Green

Equipment Binoculars

Part #: 30162 1× Dark Gray

Equipment Stretch...

Part #: 30191 2× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× Dark Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 3× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237a 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Dark Gray

Hinge 1 x 2 Locki...

Part #: 30396 1× Yellow

Arm Grabber Angled

Part #: 30542 2× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30602pr0017 1× Yellow

Hair Flat Top, Tall

Part #: 30608 1× Brown

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× Yellow

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 1× Yellow

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 32054 1× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32524 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 3× Yellow

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 2× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678a 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Dark Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 4× Light Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 40996 1× Trans-Neon Green

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150pr0022 2× Light Gray

Equipment Support...

Part #: 41525pr0001 2× Yellow

Propeller 8 Blade...

Part #: 41530 2× Trans-Neon Green

Technic Cylinder ...

Part #: 41531 2× Yellow

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 41532 1× Black

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 41533 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4175 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 41862 2× Yellow

Windscreen 6 x 4 ...

Part #: 41883 1× Trans-Brown

Brick Curved 6 x ...

Part #: 42022pr0004 2× Yellow

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4315 1× Black

Box 2 x 2 x 2 [Ho...

Part #: 4345b 2× Yellow

Box 2 x 2 x 2 Doo...

Part #: 4346 2× Trans-Brown

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 3× Yellow

Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...

Part #: 4735 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 4856a 1× Yellow

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 4859 2× Dark Gray

Minifig Footwear ...

Part #: 59275 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 2× Yellow

Propeller 3 Blade...

Part #: 6041 2× Black

Bracket 5 x 2 x 2...

Part #: 6087 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 10× Trans-Neon Green

Bar 1 x 4 x 2

Part #: 6187 2× Yellow

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: upn0268c01 4× Yellow

The set features a vibrant selection of yellow and gray pieces, typical of the Mission Deep Sea theme. The Technic rotation joints add functionality and poseability to the mech.