How many pieces are in the Ocean Exploration Submarine?

Ocean Exploration Submarine contains 286 pieces.

What age is the Ocean Exploration Submarine recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5+.

When was the Ocean Exploration Submarine released?

Ocean Exploration Submarine was released in 2020.

LEGO Ocean Exploration Submarine set 60264

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🏛 City

Set #60264

Ocean Exploration Submarine

The Ocean Exploration Submarine is a charming deep-sea adventure in LEGO form.

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Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Perfect for kids and casual LEGO fans interested in underwater adventures
Build: 286 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $39.99 list price · 14.0¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 144 ratings

Fans appreciate the detailed submarine design and the variety of minifigures included. Some feel the price is a bit high for the piece count, but overall it's considered a fun and engaging set for younger builders.

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📝 Our Take

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The Ocean Exploration Submarine is a charming deep-sea adventure in LEGO form. This set captures the thrill of underwater discovery with its detailed submarine, underwater scenery, and engaging minifigures, making it a standout choice for imaginative play and display.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and fans of ocean exploration. The build is straightforward and rewarding, offering a great introduction to more complex LEGO sets, and the play features provide endless entertainment.

Skip this if you're looking for a highly challenging build experience or a massive display piece. Consider larger, more intricate LEGO sets from the Creator Expert line for a more demanding project.

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286

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

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Build Highlights:

Simple and engaging build process
Incorporates play features like the manipulator arm and opening cockpit
Includes colorful underwater scenery with treasure elements
Submarine design is sleek and visually appealing

📈 Investment Analysis

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⏳ Retired

The Ocean Exploration Submarine presents a modest investment opportunity. As a retired set from the City theme, it benefits from the theme's broad appeal. While not exceptionally rare, its reasonable piece count and playability make it attractive to collectors and parents alike. Given its stable price trend post-retirement, gradual appreciation is likely, but significant returns are not anticipated. Investors should consider the storage and condition requirements to maximize potential resale value.

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Compared to other LEGO City sets, the Ocean Exploration Submarine offers a focused underwater adventure. While sets like the Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control (60228-1) provide a different theme, they share a similar play-oriented design. This set is a good choice for those specifically interested in ocean exploration over space or other city themes.

4 Minifigures Included

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9 parts

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📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 286
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 106 unique parts, 260 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 26 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.

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Part #: 15254 2× Yellow

Steering Wheel Sm...

Part #: 16091 1× Black

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Part #: 2654 4× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 2877 1× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 298c02 2× Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Sand Green

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Dark Blue

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Equipment Camera ...

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Part #: 30157 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

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Animal, Crab

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Plate 1 x 6

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Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Dark Blue

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Part #: 3673 2× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3700 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Part #: 3749 2× Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Red

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Black

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Part #: 3958 1× Dark Blue

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Part #: 4032a 3× Sand Green

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Part #: 4346 1× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 44568 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 2× Yellow

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 4× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 4590 2× Red

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Part #: 4740 1× Trans-Clear

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Grab Claw with Axle

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Part #: 52979 1× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 53540 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 60219 2× Dark Blue

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Part #: 60601 6× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 61484 2× Yellow

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Technic Brick 1 x...

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Part #: 6628 1× Red

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 67471pat0001 1× Lime

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Part #: 85543 2× White

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Part #: 86208 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

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Part #: 92280 4× Black

Part #: 92950 2× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Metal D...

Part #: 93106 1× Black

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 98560 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Spoiler 2 x 4 wit...

Part #: 98834 2× Dark Blue

The set includes a good selection of slopes and curved pieces in dark blue and dark bluish gray, useful for building sleek, aerodynamic models. The transparent clear window pieces are also a nice addition for builders creating underwater scenes.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin (12x) $1.20

Red Brick Round 2 x 2 [Grill] (8x) $0.80

Yellow Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane, Hollow Studs, Single Hole Top and Bottom for Glass (6x) $1.50

Black Jet Engine Fan with 10 Blades and Technic Pin (4x) $0.60

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.10

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Create a larger, more detailed research vessel.

🌳 Expand the coral reef with more sea creatures and plant life.

🚗 Build a smaller, remote-operated underwater drone.

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ZIROTCA's video features an unboxing, speed build in stop motion, and a general review of the LEGO City Ocean Exploration Submarine (60264). The video format combines a quick build with an overview of the set's components.

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📖 Building Instructions 6

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Inventory Statistics

106

Unique Parts

286

Official Piece Count

260

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 26 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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