When was the Mini Robot released?

Mini Robot was released in 2008.

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🏛 Mars Mission

Set #5616

Mini Robot

Mini Robot is a charming little Mars Mission set.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for young children and those new to LEGO building.
Build: 24 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $3.49 list price · 14.5¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 89 ratings

A well-regarded impulse set with a cool robot design and desirable minifigure. While simple, fans appreciate its charm and playability, making it a solid addition to any Mars Mission collection.

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Mini Robot is a charming little Mars Mission set. This small set packs a punch with its playability and cool sci-fi aesthetic, perfect for sparking imaginative adventures on the Red Planet.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and Mars Mission collectors. The simple build makes it a great entry point, and the inclusion of an astronaut minifigure adds to the play value.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience or a large display piece. Consider larger Mars Mission sets like the MT-35 or Exploration Launcher for a more involved build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and quick build
Focus on playability and posability
Introduction to basic LEGO techniques
Incorporates functional elements like the robot's arm

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Mini Robot set, while small, benefits from the nostalgia surrounding the Mars Mission theme. Its low piece count and original MSRP make it an accessible collectible. As a retired set, its value has been steadily increasing, driven by demand from both LEGO collectors and space enthusiasts. However, its small size means any significant appreciation will likely be gradual. The presence of a unique minifigure also contributes to its investment potential.

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📖 About This Set

Mining crystals on the surface of Mars isn't easy, but this mini-mining robot is ready to help the astronauts get the job done! Includes astronaut minifigure!

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Compared to other small impulse sets, the Mini Robot offers a unique sci-fi theme and a charming design. While similar sets may offer more pieces, this set's focus on playability and collectible minifigure makes it a worthwhile addition for Mars Mission fans. Consider other small Mars Mission vehicles for building a larger collection.

1 Minifigure Included

Mars Astronaut, Stubble, Printed Hair

5 parts

B+

The Mars Astronaut minifigure, with its stubble and printed hair, is unique to this set, adding to its collectible appeal.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 24
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 13 unique parts, 19 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 5 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.

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Neon Green

Equipment Binoculars

Part #: 30162 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 3× White

Tool Pickaxe

Part #: 3841 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Box 2 x 2 x 2 [Ho...

Part #: 4345b 1× White

Box 2 x 2 x 2 Doo...

Part #: 4346 1× White

Equipment Weapon,...

Part #: 4349 1× Black

Equipment Metal D...

Part #: 4479 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4590 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 2× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Orange

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Neon Green

The set includes a few useful white plates and some trans-neon green elements, which are always desirable for MOC builders looking to add a sci-fi touch.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) (3x) $0.45

White Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 6mm] (2x) $0.30

Trans-Neon Green Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (2x) $0.50

Dark Bluish Gray Tool Pickaxe (1x) $0.75

Metallic Gold Headwear Accessory Visor For Standard Helmet (1x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.50

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Larger, more complex robots or mechs.

🚀 Small Mars rover or lander.

🌳 Martian landscape with rock formations.

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Inventory Statistics

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The official piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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