What age is the Snowplow recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6+.

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Snowplow

The Snowplow is a fantastic addition to any LEGO City winter scene.

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Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for kids aged 6+ who enjoy vehicle-based play and simple building techniques.
Build: 263 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $27.99 list price · 10.6¢ per piece
Availability: Retiring soon · expected exit Dec 31, 2026

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 35 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's playability and functional snow-spreading feature, making it a fun addition to LEGO City layouts. However, some feel the build is too simple for the price, and the minifigure is not particularly unique.

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📝 Our Take

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The Snowplow is a fantastic addition to any LEGO City winter scene. Its functional design, allowing kids to actually spread 'salt' (LEGO elements), adds a layer of interactive play that's often missing in vehicle sets.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO enthusiasts and City collectors. The build is straightforward and engaging, offering a good balance between construction and play value, and it's a nice, compact size for display.

Skip this if you're seeking a challenging build or highly detailed display model. Consider larger Technic vehicles for more complex construction or Creator Expert vehicles for intricate detail.

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🧱 Building Experience

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263

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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19cm × 9cm × 9cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Tilting and raising plow mechanism
Salt spreading function using LEGO elements
Easy access to the engine via tilting cab
Side storage boxes for accessories

📈 Investment Analysis

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→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retiring soon

The Snowplow set presents a modest investment opportunity. Its appeal lies in its playability and relevance to the City theme, which is consistently popular. While not a particularly rare set, its relatively low price point and potential for integration into larger City layouts could drive demand upon retirement. However, its piece count and lack of exclusive elements limit its potential for significant appreciation. Investors should consider the set's condition and packaging to maximize resale value.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Snowplow competes with other small- to mid-sized LEGO City vehicles. It offers a unique play feature with the salt spreading mechanism, setting it apart from standard trucks or cars. While larger vehicles might offer more complex builds and display appeal, the Snowplow provides a specific winter-themed role-playing opportunity that others lack.

1 Minifigure Included

Snowplow Driver, Lime Safety Vest, Dark Green Legs, Dark Bluish Grey Beanie

4 parts

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The Snowplow Driver minifigure is a standard City figure, featuring a lime safety vest and dark bluish grey beanie. It's a common design, widely available across multiple sets.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 263
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 98 unique parts, 259 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 4 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.

Sports Roller Skate

Part #: 11253 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 15456 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 1× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 5× Green

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 1750 3× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 22889 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Flat Silver

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 4× Orange

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Orange

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 4× White

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 4× Green

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 3× Orange

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 28192 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 28326 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Tan

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Dark Tan

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 30043 1× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Dark Tan

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30165 1× Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 7× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Trans-Clear

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× White

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× White

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Tan

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Orange

Brick 1 x 4 witho...

Part #: 3066 1× Trans-Clear

Tile 2 x 2 with W...

Part #: 3068bpr0743 2× Green

Tile 2 x 2 with R...

Part #: 3068bpr9393 2× White

Tile 1 x 1 with R...

Part #: 3070bpr9909 2× White

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 32802 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 4× Black

Windscreen 2 x 6 ...

Part #: 35336 1× Trans-Clear

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Green

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 5× Red

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 1× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× White

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right

Part #: 3821 1× White

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left

Part #: 3822 1× White

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Brush /...

Part #: 3836 1× Reddish Brown

Equipment Shovel ...

Part #: 3837 1× Flat Silver

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 40687 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 2× Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 3× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301b 2× Orange

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 6× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 4652 1× White

Treasure Chest Bo...

Part #: 4738c 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 8× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 5066 2× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 54657 2× Reddish Brown

Wheel 18 x 14 wit...

Part #: 55981 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel 18 x 8 with...

Part #: 56903 2× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 2× Black

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 60481 2× White

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 60603 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 12× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Black

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Dark Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 6× Green

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 65509 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 3× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 6806 4× Orange

Dome 1 x 1 x 2/3

Part #: 6908 2× Trans-Orange

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 6970 2× Black

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 2× Green

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 7302 2× Black

Ladder 1 x 4

Part #: 7307 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 73825 2× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 7665 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 77808 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77845 3× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 79389 2× Black

Treasure Chest Li...

Part #: 80835 2× Black

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 85080 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 6× Black

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 88646 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 14

Part #: 91988 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tyre 30.4 x 14 Of...

Part #: 92402 4× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 w...

Part #: 93095 2× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Clear

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 4× Green

The set includes a decent supply of white and light bluish gray plates and slopes, useful for winter-themed MOCs. The Green and Orange parts add a splash of color to any builder's palette.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (12x) $0.60

Black Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] (8x) $0.80

Green Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End (6x) $0.90

Black Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 (6x) $0.30

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$2.60

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modify into a larger, more detailed snowplow truck.

🏙 Create a winter service depot with additional vehicles.

🌳 Build a snowy landscape diorama to display the snowplow.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

263

Official Piece Count

259

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 4 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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