How many pieces are in the Monster Truck?

Monster Truck contains 55 pieces.

What age is the Monster Truck recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5+.

When was the Monster Truck released?

Monster Truck was released in 2020.

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Set #60251

Monster Truck

The Monster Truck is a fun, vibrant little set that packs a lot of play value.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Young children and beginner LEGO builders who enjoy vehicle playsets.
Build: 55 pieces · about 0.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 18.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 117 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's fun design and playability, making it a great gift for kids. Some feel the piece count is low for the price, but overall it's a well-received, small LEGO City set.

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📝 Our Take

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The Monster Truck is a fun, vibrant little set that packs a lot of play value. For a small set, it offers a robust build and a cool monster truck design that kids will love.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and monster truck fans. It's a quick and easy build, making it great for beginners or as a small gift. The playability is high, with kids able to create all sorts of action-packed scenarios.

Skip this if you are looking for a challenging build or a large display piece. Consider larger LEGO City vehicle sets or Technic models for a more complex building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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10cm × 6cm × 6cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward build perfect for young children.
Bright and colorful design with cool monster truck styling.
Sturdy construction that can withstand active play.
Large wheels and high chassis for impressive stunts.

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The LEGO City Monster Truck is a retired set, which typically increases its appeal to collectors. While it's a small set, the rising price trend suggests growing demand. Its relatively low piece count and single minifigure limit its investment potential compared to larger, more complex sets. However, the popularity of the LEGO City theme and the set's play value could make it a decent investment, especially if kept in mint condition. The current price is already above MSRP, showing some collector interest.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO City vehicles, the Monster Truck offers a unique, rugged design. While smaller than some sets like the LEGO City Great Vehicles, its focus on play and affordability makes it a great entry point. For those seeking a more challenging build, larger Technic vehicles might be a better choice.

1 Minifigure Included

Racer, Lime and Dark Purple Jumpsuit, White Helmet with Visor

5 parts

The set includes a single racer minifigure in a lime and dark purple jumpsuit with a white helmet and visor. This minifigure is fairly standard for the LEGO City theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 55
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 27 unique parts, 50 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.

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15208 1× Yellowish Green

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15209 2× Yellowish Green

Panel 1 x 3 x 1

Part #: 23950 2× Orange

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Black

Windscreen 3 x 4 ...

Part #: 2437 1× Trans-Brown

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 1× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 30157 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Dark Purple

Tyre Offroad 37 x 14

Part #: 35578 4× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Dark Purple

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Light Bluish Gray

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 45677 1× Dark Purple

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 45677pr0013 1× Dark Purple

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 2× Orange

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 2× Yellowish Green

Brick Wedged 3 x ...

Part #: 50373 1× Orange

Wheel 18 x 14 wit...

Part #: 55981 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 90194 2× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Yellow

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 1× White

The set features a good selection of basic bricks and plates in vibrant colors, useful for general building and MOCs. The large off-road tires are a highlight, perfect for creating custom vehicles.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tyre Offroad 37 x 14 (4x) $1.00

Dark Purple Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs and Eyes, Orange Nose and Eyebrows Print (1x) $0.75

Yellowish Green Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth (2x) $0.20

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$1.95

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Create a modified monster truck with larger wheels and suspension.

🚗 Build a smaller off-road vehicle using the wheels and chassis.

🤖 Construct a small robot or mech using the truck's parts.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

2 videos found

BlockTalk AI

LEGO City Monster Truck 60251 reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with channels like bwcpublishing and Adam's Brick Channel showcasing the set's quick and enjoyable build process. Reviewers appreciate the set's design, with specific mention of the printed front piece as a desirable feature.

Lego 60251 City Monster Truck Unbox and Speed Build

bwcpublishing • 42.0K views Review

Lego 60251 Monster Truck Unbox and Build Stop Motion

bwcpublishing • 18.0K views Review

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

bwcpublishing features both stop-motion and speed build versions, encouraging viewers to compare the two building styles. Adam's Brick Channel highlights the speed build, further emphasizing the set's accessible and rapid construction.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

2 videos

Lego 60251 City Monster Truck Unbox and Speed Build

bwcpublishing

42.0K views Review

Lego 60251 Monster Truck Unbox and Build Stop Motion

bwcpublishing

18.0K views Review

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

📖 Building Instructions 1

BI 3102, 32/65G, 60251 V29

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

Official Piece Count

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

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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.

Inventory Version: 1

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