How many pieces are in the Wild River Escape?

Wild River Escape contains 126 pieces.

What age is the Wild River Escape recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5-12.

When was the Wild River Escape released?

Wild River Escape was released in 2018.

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🏛 Police

Set #60176

Wild River Escape

Wild River Escape is a classic slice of high-octane LEGO City action from 2018.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Perfect for younger kids ages 5-12 who enjoy action-packed police chase scenarios.
Build: 126 pieces · about 0.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 15.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating from 134 ratings

Fans appreciate the fun water-pursuit play features and the inclusion of the skunk figure, though it offers a fairly standard, straightforward build for more experienced collectors.

$19.99

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📝 Our Take

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Wild River Escape is a classic slice of high-octane LEGO City action from 2018. Featuring a rugged mountain police speedboat and a criminal's makeshift pontoon raft, it captures the fun of law enforcement adventures on the water.

This set is perfect for younger builders and fans of traditional LEGO City roleplay. With a quick, straightforward 126-piece build, it is designed for immediate play value rather than complex, long-term building techniques.

Skip this if you are looking for advanced building experiences or high-part-count displays. At just $19.99 original MSRP, it is strictly an entry-level impulse buy or a fun addition to a larger City layout.

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🧱 Building Experience

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126

Pieces

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0.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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5-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Quick and satisfying build focusing on two distinct watercraft
Includes a fun speedboat design featuring bubble lights and a large outboard engine
Features a criminal raft with a sneaky opening box for stolen goods
Comes with a unique skunk figure adding extra playfulness to the scene

📈 Investment Analysis

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C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

As a retired 2018 set with an unknown current market price history, Wild River Escape operates primarily as a nostalgic play set rather than a high-flying investment piece. With only 126 pieces and a modest original MSRP of $19.99, sub-themes like Mountain Police rarely command massive aftermarket premiums unless sealed in pristine condition. Potential buyers and collectors should view this strictly through the lens of nostalgia or completeness for a 2018 City collection. Because small seasonal and police sets are produced in high volumes, upside appreciation is likely limited compared to major licensed properties or large Modular Buildings.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to larger Mountain Police headquarters sets, Wild River Escape offers a low-cost entry point focused entirely on a water pursuit. If you want a more substantial mountain-themed experience, larger sets from the 2018 sub-theme provide basecamps and helicopters, though they carry a much higher price tag.

2 Minifigures Included

Criminal, Red Jacket over Prison Shirt, Reddish Brown Hair, Beard

4 parts

Policeman, Sand Blue Jacket with Pockets and 'POLICE' on Back, Dark Blue Cap, Yellow Life Vest, Sunglasses

5 parts

Includes a standard Mountain Police officer and a rugged crook with a red jacket, alongside a rare skunk animal figure that adds a fun collectible touch to the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 126
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 57 unique parts, 117 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 9 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.

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 4× Red

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× Blue

Animal, Skunk wit...

Part #: 24066pr0001 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Blue

Part #: 2654 3× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 3004 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× White

Box / Crate with ...

Part #: 30150 1× Reddish Brown

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Clear

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Light Blue

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Green

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30165 4× Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Yellow

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Red

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30367c 4× Red

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30602 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 6...

Part #: 32059 1× Blue

Windscreen 3 x 6 ...

Part #: 35299 1× Trans-Light Blue

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 3710 1× Yellow

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 37154 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Yellow

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 4× Red

Seat / Chair 2 x ...

Part #: 4079b 1× Yellow

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 42023 2× White

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× White

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47406 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Yellow

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Blue

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 60219 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 1 x 6 [Closed...

Part #: 6140 1× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 4× Black

Equipment Handcuffs

Part #: 61482 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Blue

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× Blue

Equipment Oar / P...

Part #: 87585 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 2× Black

Tool Crowbar

Part #: 92585 1× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Yellow

Features useful boat hull components, basic plates, and standard City bricks that offer solid utility for custom watercraft MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

Blue Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] (8x) $1.20

Light Bluish Gray Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] (3x) $0.45

Dark Bluish Gray Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Recessed and 3 Holes (3x) $1.50

Black Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Bottom Ring (2x) $0.30

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.45

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Riverbank dock expansions or small harbor patrol outposts

🌳 Wilderness camping gear and off-grid mountain accessories

🚢 Custom motorized watercraft and small rescue dinghies

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

YouTube reviews of the LEGO City Wild River Escape (60176) are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the build process and set features. There's no strong consensus of praise or criticism, but rather descriptive overviews of the set's contents and play features.

Lego City 60176 Wild River Escape | Police playset for LEGO FANS

Game of bricks • 10.1K views Review

LEGO City Build - Wild River Escape Set #60176

The Hidden Brick • 7.3K views Review

Building Lego City Wild River Escape SET 60176

Swedish Brick • 3.7K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Reviews, such as from Game of Bricks, often highlight the set's inclusion of police vehicles and minifigures as part of the LEGO City Mountain Police theme. The Hidden Brick focuses on the unboxing and building experience, while Swedish Brick encourages viewers to join the LEGO City Mountain Police.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

3 videos

Lego City 60176 Wild River Escape | Police playset for LEGO FANS

Game of bricks

10.1K views Review

LEGO City Build - Wild River Escape Set #60176

The Hidden Brick

7.3K views Review

Building Lego City Wild River Escape SET 60176

Swedish Brick

3.7K views Review

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

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

126

Official Piece Count

117

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 9 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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