Explore the Cosmos!
Build the Ulysses Space Probe

A detailed recreation of the historic spacecraft, this 236-piece set is a must-have for space enthusiasts and LEGO collectors.

🏛 Promotional
Set #5006744

Ulysses Space Probe

The Ulysses Space Probe is a charming tribute to space exploration.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for teens and adults interested in space exploration and LEGO collecting. ⏱ 2.5 hr build 🧩 236 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the Ulysses Space Probe for its unique design and accurate representation of the real probe. While some find the build simple, most enjoy it as a display piece, praising its vibrant colors and overall aesthetic.

📝 Our Take

The Ulysses Space Probe is a charming tribute to space exploration. This promotional set captures the essence of the real-life probe with its distinctive design and bright color scheme, making it a delightful display piece for space enthusiasts.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors and space aficionados. With a relatively quick build and a focus on display, it's an excellent addition to any collection, especially for those interested in NASA and space missions.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more complex models or play-focused sets. Consider Creator Expert vehicles or LEGO City space sets for a more involved building experience and play features.

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🧱 Building Experience

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236
Pieces
2.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • The use of curved slopes to create the probe's distinctive shape.
  • Simple but effective techniques to capture the probe's details.
  • The bright yellow and white color scheme makes it visually appealing.
  • A sturdy display stand is included.

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B
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The Ulysses Space Probe, as a promotional set, holds moderate investment potential. Its limited availability and unique subject matter, coupled with the popularity of space-themed LEGO sets, could drive its value up over time. However, its relatively small piece count and lack of significant rare parts may limit its appreciation. The stable price trend suggests steady demand, but significant returns are not guaranteed. Monitor the market and consider its condition and packaging when assessing its value.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO space sets, the Ulysses Space Probe is a smaller, more display-oriented model. While sets like the LEGO Ideas International Space Station (21321-1) offer a more complex build and larger scale, the Ulysses Space Probe is more affordable and takes up less space. It's a good alternative for collectors who want a smaller, unique space-themed set.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 49 unique parts • 236 total pieces

Plate Round 6 x 6 with Hole Plate Round 6 x 6...
Part #: 11213 White
Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 3 [Gothic] Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...
Part #: 13965 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 20× Yellow
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 16× White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 White
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Light Bluish Gray
Bar Holder with Hole and Bar Handle Bar Holder with H...
Part #: 23443 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Yellow
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Yellow
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 White
Tile 4 x 4 Curved, Macaroni Tile 4 x 4 Curved...
Part #: 27507 White
Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 Yellow
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Green
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Yellow
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 10× Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Yellow
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 White
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3045 White
Wedge 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge 3 x 3 Cut C...
Part #: 30505 White
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 White
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Yellow
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Yellow
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Yellow
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 32270 Black
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 White
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 White
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 11× Yellow
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 White
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Blue
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Lime
Cone 4 x 4 x 2, Axle Hole [Plain] Cone 4 x 4 x 2, A...
Part #: 3943b White
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted [Radar] Dish 4 x 4 Invert...
Part #: 3960 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Yellow
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 12× Light Bluish Gray
Slope 10° 6 x 8 with NASA ESA Ulysses Space Probe print Slope 10° 6 x 8 w...
Part #: 4515pr0005 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Yellow
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b White
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 White
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Yellow
Brick Round Corner 2 x 2 Macaroni with Stud Notch and Reinforced Underside [New Style] Brick Round Corne...
Part #: 85080 White
Bar 3L Bar 3L
Part #: 87994 Black
Arm Skeleton [Bent / 2 Clips] Arm Skeleton [Ben...
Part #: 93609 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 99207 Tan
The set features a good selection of yellow and white curved slopes, useful for creating smooth, aerodynamic shapes. The light bluish gray brackets are also handy for structural connections in MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 (20x) $2.00
White Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 (16x) $1.60
Light Bluish Gray Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 (12x) $1.80
White Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 (8x) $1.20
Yellow Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (5x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$8.10

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Alternate satellite designs
🤖 Small sci-fi robots or droids
🚢 Micro-scale spacecraft

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos
3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers express mixed feelings regarding the Ulysses Space Probe, largely due to its frustrating VIP-exclusive release alongside the NASA Discovery Shuttle. GoldenNinja3000 feels it should have been a free gift with purchase, while BrickTsar calls the promotion another in a long list of frustrating VIP exclusives.

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Reddit

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YouTube

3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
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10
Mixed
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BlockTalk AI Analysis

LEGO YouTubers express mixed feelings regarding the Ulysses Space Probe, largely due to its frustrating VIP-exclusive release alongside the NASA Discovery Shuttle. GoldenNinja3000 feels it should have been a free gift with purchase, while BrickTsar calls the promotion another in a long list of frustrating VIP exclusives.

What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk AI Summary

Brickitect shares his experience obtaining the Ulysses Space Probe, highlighting the difficulty and frustration surrounding its availability. Several reviewers, including Bricktum, discuss the issues surrounding the VIP program and the alternative options for acquiring the set.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Charts Inventory Statistics

49
Unique Parts
236
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1