How many pieces are in the Satellite Service Mission?

Satellite Service Mission contains 84 pieces.

What age is the Satellite Service Mission recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5+.

When was the Satellite Service Mission released?

Satellite Service Mission was released in 2019.

LEGO Satellite Service Mission set 60224

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🏛 Mars Exploration

Set #60224

Satellite Service Mission

The Satellite Service Mission is a cute little set with a surprisingly cool design.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Ideal for young children interested in space and beginner LEGO builders.
Build: 84 pieces · about 0.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 11.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 288 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's fun design and accessibility for younger builders, but some find it too simple and lacking in play features for older children. The set is generally seen as a decent value for its price point, though the single minifigure is a minor drawback.

$9.99

Best Price

$12.99

📝 Our Take

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The Satellite Service Mission is a cute little set with a surprisingly cool design. For a small piece count, it packs in some nice details and captures the essence of a satellite repair vehicle. The bright orange and white color scheme is eye-catching and fits the space exploration theme perfectly.

This set is perfect for young space enthusiasts or anyone looking for a quick and satisfying build. It's a great entry point into the LEGO City space theme and provides a fun, imaginative play experience. The build is straightforward, making it accessible to younger builders.

Skip this if you're looking for a highly complex or challenging build. With only 84 pieces, it's a very quick build. If you want something more substantial, consider larger sets from the LEGO City Space series.

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0.5h

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Build Highlights:

Simple and quick build perfect for younger children.
Uses some angled pieces to create a sleek, futuristic design.
Includes a small satellite with solar panels.
Features a poseable arm for satellite repairs.

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Satellite Service Mission, being a retired set from the LEGO City Mars Exploration theme, has moderate investment potential. Its low piece count and initial retail price limit significant appreciation, but its retirement status and the popularity of the space theme could lead to a gradual increase in value, especially if kept in mint condition. Compared to larger, more complex space-themed sets, the growth will likely be slower, but it could still be a worthwhile investment for patient collectors. The stable price trend suggests it's holding value well post-retirement.

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Compared to larger LEGO City space sets like the Rocket Assembly & Transport (60229-1), this set is smaller and more affordable, making it a good starting point for younger builders. While it lacks the complexity and features of larger sets, its compact size and focused design make it a good choice for smaller play areas or collectors looking for a budget-friendly option. It offers a similar space exploration theme but with a more manageable building experience.

1 Minifigure Included

Astronaut - White Torso and Legs, Orange Trim, Smirk, Black Eyebrows

5 parts

The set includes a single astronaut minifigure with a white torso and legs, orange trim, and a smirk expression. This is a fairly standard astronaut design common in the LEGO City Space theme, making it not particularly rare.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 84
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 47 unique parts, 79 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.

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 13547 2× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 15395 2× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 26047 2× White

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 29115 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 5× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Yellow

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Orange

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 30350b 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039pr0018 1× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Blue

Wedge Plate 4 x 6...

Part #: 32059 1× White

Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...

Part #: 35787 2× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Orange

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× White

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 4006 1× Flat Silver

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 43719 2× Orange

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 44503 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Tail Shuttle - Small

Part #: 44661 1× White

Flag 2 x 2 Trapez...

Part #: 44676 2× Black

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 1× Black

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 1× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 47407 1× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 47457 1× Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47753 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 2× Pearl Gold

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 50955 1× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 50956 1× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54383 1× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 3...

Part #: 54384 1× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 60219 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 2× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 6...

Part #: 6106 2× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 2× Orange

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Pearl Gold

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 2× Light Bluish Gray

Windscreen 8 x 4 ...

Part #: 92579 1× Trans-Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Red

Spoiler 2 x 4 wit...

Part #: 98834 2× White

The set features a good selection of white and orange pieces, useful for building spacecraft. The inclusion of some clip and hinge elements adds functionality to the model. Nothing particularly rare, but a good parts pack for expanding a space-themed collection.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (5x) $0.50

Black Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] (2x) $0.40

Black Wedge Plate 6 x 6 Cut Corner (2x) $0.60

Dark Blue Tile Special 2 x 3 with 2 Clips [Thick Open O Clips] (2x) $0.50

Pearl Gold Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] (2x) $0.30

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$2.30

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Small lunar lander module

🚗 Miniature Mars rover

🤖 Repair drone with articulated arms

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📖 Building Instructions 2

BI 3100, 56/65G, 60224 V29

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

Official Piece Count

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

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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