Enforce the Law!
In Hyperspeed Pursuit

Join the Space Police III in 2009 with this 456-piece set. Catch the criminals and protect the galaxy!

🏛 Space Police III
Set #5973

Hyperspeed Pursuit

Hyperspeed Pursuit is a classic Space Police III set that captures the theme's fun, futuristic aesthetic.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for LEGO Space enthusiasts and fans of the Space Police III theme, ages 7-14 ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 456 pcs 🎂 Ages 7+
★★★★☆ 4.4 from 14 reviews

Fans appreciate the set's unique design and the nostalgia factor of the Space Police III theme. Some reviewers note that the price is high compared to the original MSRP, but the set remains a popular choice for collectors.

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📝 Our Take

Hyperspeed Pursuit is a classic Space Police III set that captures the theme's fun, futuristic aesthetic. This set features two distinct vehicles: the sleek Space Police VX-Falcon and the menacing Skull Interceptor, providing a dynamic chase scenario right out of the box.

This set is perfect for LEGO Space fans and collectors looking for a nostalgic trip back to Space Police III. The build offers a satisfying experience with a good balance of detail and playability, making it suitable for both display and imaginative play.

Skip this if you're only interested in the most modern, complex LEGO sets. While a great set for its time, newer sets offer more advanced building techniques and higher piece counts. Consider newer LEGO City or LEGO Space themes for more recent innovations.

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🧱 Building Experience

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456
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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7-14
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Building two distinct vehicles with contrasting designs
  • Incorporating play features like the exploding prison pod on the Space Police vehicle
  • Assembling the unique Skull Interceptor with its twin blasters
  • Creating a dynamic chase scene with the included minifigures

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
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Hyperspeed Pursuit, released in 2009, is a retired set from the popular Space Police III theme. Its rising price trend suggests increasing demand from collectors. The set includes unique minifigures and specialized parts that enhance its appeal. While the piece count is relatively modest, the set's rarity and the nostalgia associated with the Space Police theme contribute to its investment potential. However, potential investors should note that the market value can fluctuate, and storage conditions can impact the set's long-term value.

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📖 About This Set

Space Police alert! The Skull Twins are getting away with a safe full of gold in their hyperspeed Skull Interceptor. Hit the turbo-rockets and give chase in the super-fast Space Police VX-Falcon, but watch out for the Skull Interceptor's twin blasters…and twin alien drivers! A safe with gold bars and 3 minifigures included: 2 Skull Twin aliens and a Space Police Officer. Space Police vehicle features a rear prison pod with exploding door Alien Skull Interceptor vehicle measures 9" (23cm) long by 7" (18cm) wide Space Police VX-Falcon measures over 8" (20cm) long and has a 9" (23cm) wing span

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Space Police III sets, Hyperspeed Pursuit offers a good balance of vehicles and minifigures. While sets like the Galactic Enforcer (5974-1) have a higher piece count, Hyperspeed Pursuit provides a more focused chase scenario. Collectors might choose this set for its unique Skull Interceptor design and the inclusion of two Skull Twin minifigures.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two identical Skull Twin aliens, which are exclusive to the Space Police III theme and add to the set's collectibility. The Space Police Officer is a standard figure for the theme, but necessary to complete the set.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 120 unique parts • 395 total pieces

Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Red
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 Dark Bluish Gray
Headwear Accessory Visor For Standard Helmet Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 2447 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 20× Dark Bluish Gray
Antenna 8H Whip Antenna 8H Whip
Part #: 2569 Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Disc 3 x 3 Technic Disc 3 x 3
Part #: 2723 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 10 [9 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 2730 White
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 Yellow
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Blue
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Red
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Bluish Gray
Handlebars Handlebars
Part #: 30031 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Octagonal Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 30033 White
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 White
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Red
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 White
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30236 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Trans-Red
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Trans-Dark Blue
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 White
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Black
Tile Special 2 x 3 with 2 Clips [Thick Open O Clips] Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 30350b Black
Wedge Plate 6 x 12 Left Wedge Plate 6 x 1...
Part #: 30355 White
Wedge Plate 6 x 12 Right Wedge Plate 6 x 1...
Part #: 30356 White
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Black
Cylinder 3 x 6 x 2 2/3 Horizontal Hollow Studs Cylinder 3 x 6 x ...
Part #: 30360 Black
Cylinder 3 x 6 x 2 2/3 Horizontal Hollow Studs Cylinder 3 x 6 x ...
Part #: 30360 White
Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Blocked Open Stud, Bottom Axle Holder Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 30367b Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On Top Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 30383 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 White
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b White
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Red
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 White
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3045 White
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Click Fingers and Axle Hole, 9 Teeth Hinge Cylinder 1 ...
Part #: 30553 Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Yellow
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Metallic Gold
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Trans-Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Trans-Dark Blue
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Trans-Green
Technic Pin 3/4 Technic Pin 3/4
Part #: 32002 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Black
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Blue
Technic Pin Double with Axle Hole Technic Pin Doubl...
Part #: 32138 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 White
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Blue
Minifig Head [Plain] [Blocked Open Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626b White
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3676 Black
Slope 65° 2 x 2 x 2 with Bottom Tube Slope 65° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3678b White
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b White
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Bluish Gray
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 Yellow
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 Yellow
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Light Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate Thin Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3938 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Trans-Neon Orange
Cone 4 x 4 x 2, Axle Hole [Plain] Cone 4 x 4 x 2, A...
Part #: 3943b Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Red
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Black
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 Yellow
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Right, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41747 Black
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Right, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41747 White
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Left, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41748 Black
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Left, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41748 White
Wedge Curved Inverted 6 x 2 Right Wedge Curved Inve...
Part #: 41764 Black
Wedge Curved Inverted 6 x 2 Left Wedge Curved Inve...
Part #: 41765 Black
Brick Curved 6 x 1 Brick Curved 6 x 1
Part #: 42022 Black
Brick Curved 6 x 1 Brick Curved 6 x 1
Part #: 42022 Red
Engine, Strakes, 2 x 2 Thin Top Plate Engine, Strakes, ...
Part #: 4229 Black
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Black
Brick Curved 6 x 2 Brick Curved 6 x 2
Part #: 44126 Black
Flag 2 x 2 Trapezoid with Flat Area between Clips Flag 2 x 2 Trapez...
Part #: 44676 Black
Flag 2 x 2 Trapezoid with Flat Area between Clips Flag 2 x 2 Trapez...
Part #: 44676 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Dark Bluish Gray
Windscreen 10 x 6 x 2 Curved Windscreen 10 x 6...
Part #: 45705 Trans-Dark Blue
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Trans-Neon Green
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Trans-Green
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Dark Bluish Gray
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 Trans-Neon Orange
Wheel Arch, Curved Wedge 4 x 3 with 2 x 2 Opening and 4 Studs Wheel Arch, Curve...
Part #: 47755 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Red
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a Dark Bluish Gray
Wheel Arch, Mudguard 4 x 2 1/2 x 2 with 2 x 2 Plate Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 50745 Dark Bluish Gray
Engine / Air Scoop 2 x 2 Engine / Air Scoo...
Part #: 50943 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 White
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Black
Slope Curved 4 x 6 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 4 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 52031 Black
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Black
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Clear
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 White
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Black
Projectile, Technic Competition Arrow, Liftarm Shaft with Hollow Black Rubber End Projectile, Techn...
Part #: 57028c01 Light Bluish Gray
Flexible Ribbed Hose 8mm Ends 19L Flexible Ribbed H...
Part #: 57539 Black
Launcher, Technic Competition Cannon Flat Bottom [Complete Assembly] Launcher, Technic...
Part #: 57796 Black
Light Cover 1 x 1 Round with Internal Bar / Bionicle Barraki Eye Light Cover 1 x 1...
Part #: 58176 Trans-Red
Light Cover 1 x 1 Round with Internal Bar / Bionicle Barraki Eye Light Cover 1 x 1...
Part #: 58176 Trans-Dark Blue
Slope 33° 3 x 6 No Inner Walls Slope 33° 3 x 6 N...
Part #: 58181 Trans-Clear
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 16× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6019 White
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Recessed and 3 Holes Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 60219 Black
Bar 1 x 6 [Closed Studs] Bar 1 x 6 [Closed...
Part #: 6140 Black
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 10× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Neon Orange
Large Figure Wing, Small Large Figure Wing...
Part #: 61800 Black
Brick Round 4 x 4 with 4 Side Pin Holes and Center Axle Hole Brick Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 6222 White
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Black
Leg Skeleton Leg Skeleton
Part #: 6266 White
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 Black
Technic Panel Fairing #17 Large Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64392 White
Technic Panel Fairing #18 Large Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64682 White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle) Technic Axle 1.5 ...
Part #: 6553 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 Blue
Plate Special 1 x 6 with Train Wagon End Fence Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6583 Black
Technic Axle 3 with Stud Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 6587 Dark Bluish Gray
Cylinder Half 2 x 4 x 5 with 1 x 2 cutout Cylinder Half 2 x...
Part #: 85941 Trans-Dark Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Hole and Dual Beam Extensions Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 85943 Dark Bluish Gray
Wave / Flame Rounded Large with Marbled Trans-Orange Pattern Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 85959pat0001 Trans-Red
The set offers a good selection of Dark Bluish Gray pieces, useful for spaceship MOCs, including a fair number of bracket and tile elements. The black cones are also useful in detailing.

🛒 Where to Buy

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips (20x) $2.00
Black Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (16x) $1.60
Dark Bluish Gray Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 (9x) $1.35
Trans-Green Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] (6x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.45

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Alternate spaceship designs using the VX-Falcon's parts
🚗 Futuristic ground vehicles or speeders
🤖 Mechs or robots for the Space Police or Skull Twins

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Charts Inventory Statistics

121
Unique Parts
399
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 2