How many pieces are in the Knight's Castle?

Knight's Castle contains 416 pieces.

When was the Knight's Castle released?

Knight's Castle was released in 1984.

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🏛 Black Falcons

Set #6073

Knight's Castle

Knight's Castle is a quintessential classic LEGO set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO fans of all ages who enjoy classic castle themes and straightforward builds.
Build: 416 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.6 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans praise the set's classic design and nostalgic appeal, but some find the building techniques outdated compared to modern sets. The Black Falcon minifigures are a major draw for collectors.

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📝 Our Take

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Knight's Castle is a quintessential classic LEGO set. Released in 1984, it represents the golden age of LEGO Castle, featuring iconic Black Falcons and a well-designed medieval fortress.

This set is perfect for nostalgic LEGO fans and castle enthusiasts. It provides a straightforward and enjoyable building experience, capturing the charm of vintage LEGO sets.

Skip this if you prefer highly detailed, modern LEGO sets. Consider newer Castle-themed sets with more advanced building techniques and intricate designs.

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416

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Classic castle design with a functional gate and tower.
Simple building techniques suitable for a wide range of builders.
Iconic Black Falcon faction minifigures.
Modular design allows for easy expansion and customization.

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⏳ Retired

Knight's Castle (6073-1) holds strong investment potential due to its age, classic status, and the enduring popularity of the LEGO Castle theme. Complete sets in good condition command significant premiums on the secondary market. The presence of the Black Falcons, a highly sought-after faction, further enhances its value. While market fluctuations are always a factor, the set's historical significance and collector demand suggest continued appreciation. However, condition is paramount; heavily played or incomplete sets will see diminished returns.

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Knight's Castle offers a more straightforward and classic building experience compared to modern, more complex Castle sets. While newer sets boast intricate details and advanced building techniques, this set provides a nostalgic charm and a simpler build. Collectors may prefer this set for its historical significance and the iconic Black Falcon minifigures.

6 Minifigures Included

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2x included

A-

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The set includes highly desirable Black Falcon minifigures, increasing its appeal to collectors. The various knight figures with different torsos and accessories add to the set's value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 416
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 59 unique parts, 386 pieces
Minifigures: 6

The piece count includes the 30 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 2 x 3 witho...

Part #: 3002a 3× Light Gray

Brick 2 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3003a 17× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 9× Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 52× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× White

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 3× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 13× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 54× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 6× Black

Brick 1 x 8 with ...

Part #: 3008b 8× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 6 with ...

Part #: 3009b 6× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 5× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× White

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× Black

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 2× Light Gray

Plate 6 x 10

Part #: 3033 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 3× Light Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 5× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2

Part #: 3308 2× Red

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Green

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 6× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 1× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 3× Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 5× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Red

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 8× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 4× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Black

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 3× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3676 2× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3676 12× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Light Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Red

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 2× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 1× Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Green

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3830 2× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3830 4× Light Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3831 2× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3831 4× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Green

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0027 3× Light Gray

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0028 3× Light Gray

Weapon Sword / Sh...

Part #: 3847a 3× Dark Gray

Weapon Lance

Part #: 3849 1× Brown

Weapon Lance

Part #: 3849 1× Dark Gray

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 2× Black

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Green

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085a 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085a 2× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4175 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 2× Green

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Red

Panel 2 x 5 x 6 W...

Part #: 4444 15× Light Gray

Panel 2 x 5 x 6 W...

Part #: 4444pr0001 1× Light Gray

Panel 2 x 5 x 6 W...

Part #: 4444pr0002 1× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 1× Light Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 2× Red

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 4× Light Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 1× Black

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 4491a 1× Blue

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 4491a 1× Yellow

Animal, Horse, Mo...

Part #: 4493c01pr0002 1× Black

Animal, Horse, Mo...

Part #: 4493c01pr0011 1× White

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495a 4× Green

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495a 3× White

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 4497 4× Brown

Weapon Bow and Ar...

Part #: 4499 2× Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623a 1× Black

String Cord Thin ...

Part #: 56823c50 1× Black

String Reel Winch...

Part #: 73037 1× Red

The set contains a good assortment of basic light gray bricks, useful for MOC builders. The arched window panels are also valuable for constructing castle walls and towers.