How many pieces are in the Large Brick Box?

Large Brick Box contains 405 pieces.

When was the Large Brick Box released?

Large Brick Box was released in 2007.

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Set #6166

Large Brick Box

The Large Brick Box is a classic LEGO starter set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for young children (4+) and families looking for a collaborative building experience.
Build: 405 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 7.4¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.5 community rating

Fans appreciate the Large Brick Box as a great starter set for young children, praising the variety of bricks and the included minifigure. Some find the build too simple for older builders, but overall it's considered a good value for introducing LEGO to new audiences.

$29.99

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📝 Our Take

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The Large Brick Box is a classic LEGO starter set. It's a fantastic way to introduce new builders to the world of LEGO, providing a diverse collection of bricks for endless creative possibilities.

This set is perfect for young children and families looking to build together. The included idea book offers inspiration, while the variety of basic bricks encourages open-ended play and learning fundamental building skills.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder seeking complex models. Consider larger, more intricate sets like those from the Creator Expert line for a greater challenge.

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405

Pieces

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward building techniques perfect for beginners
Focus on open-ended creative play rather than following specific instructions
Includes a baseplate for creating stable structures
A variety of classic brick shapes and colors

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Large Brick Box, while not a licensed set or limited edition, represents a foundational LEGO experience. Its investment potential lies in its appeal to nostalgia and its value as a source of basic bricks. Over the long term, complete and well-maintained sets could see modest appreciation, especially if LEGO design trends shift away from such fundamental building sets. However, returns are unlikely to be substantial compared to more sought-after, collectible sets.

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📖 About This Set

The building possibilities are endless!

With a transparent lid and a great selection of LEGO® pieces, this big storage box lets builders create at home or on the go. The colorful and classic collection of bricks also includes a LEGO minifigure, base plate, wheels and special house elements!

Includes Idea Book of building instructions and inspirations
Includes a 16 stud x 16 stud green baseplate
Also includes 1 minifigure

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The Large Brick Box is similar to other LEGO Classic sets, such as the Creative Suitcase (10713-1) and the Creative Box (10696-1). While those sets may offer more specialized elements, the Large Brick Box provides a solid foundation of basic bricks at an affordable price point. It's a good choice for those who want a diverse selection of bricks without focusing on a particular theme.

1 Minifigure Included

Medium Blue Torso, Blue Overall, Blue Cap (86035)

4 parts

The included minifigure with a medium blue torso, blue overall, and blue cap adds a touch of personality to the set and encourages imaginative play.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 405
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 51 unique parts, 406 pieces
Minifigures: 1

LEGO counts 405 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 410, including the 4 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. 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 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Green

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× White

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Red

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Yellow

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× White

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2458 1× White

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 2460 1× White

Propeller 4 Blade...

Part #: 2479 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2926 2× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Medium Blue

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Yellow

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Blue

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 3× Green

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 3× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× White

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 6× Blue

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 6× Yellow

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 6× White

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 3× Green

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 6× Red

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 3× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 16× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 16× Blue

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 8× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 8× Green

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Medium Blue

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 16× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 16× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× White

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 12× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Green

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× White

Brick 1 x 1 with ...

Part #: 3005pr0003 2× White

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× Blue

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× White

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× Red

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× Yellow

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× White

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 1× Red

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 1× Yellow

Part #: 3009 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 3× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× Yellow

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Yellow

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 3039 2× Trans-Clear

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× White

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× White

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 2× Trans-Clear

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Yellow

Part #: 3622 2× Green

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× White

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794b 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794b 2× Black

Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2

Part #: 3823 1× Trans-Clear

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× White

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Red

Baseplate 16 x 16

Part #: 3867 1× Bright Green

Bar 1 x 4 x 2 wit...

Part #: 4083 1× Yellow

Door Frame 2 x 4 x 5

Part #: 4130 1× Yellow

Door 1 x 4 x 5

Part #: 4131 1× Black

Window 2 x 4 x 3 ...

Part #: 4132 2× Red

Window 2 x 4 x 3 ...

Part #: 4133 2× Yellow

Tool Hammer Cross...

Part #: 55295 1× Black

Tool Oil Can [Smo...

Part #: 55296 1× Black

Tool Drill, Electric

Part #: 55297 1× Black

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 55298 1× Black

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 55299 1× Black

Tool Wrench / Spa...

Part #: 55300 1× Black

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Orange

Part #: 87552 2× Trans-Clear

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 4× Black

This set is a great source of basic bricks in classic colors. The variety of 2x2, 1x2, and 1x1 bricks provides a solid foundation for MOC builders looking to expand their collection of essential elements.