Refuel for Adventure!
Blast off with the Space Port Fuel Truck

Join the Rocket Fueling Team and get ready for intergalactic missions! A classic 1999 set with 120 pieces.

🏛 Space Port
Set #6459

Fuel Truck

The Fuel Truck is a charming and classic Space Port set.

🏆 Best For: Great for kids and those looking for a quick, nostalgic build. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 120 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the Fuel Truck for its nostalgic value and classic Space Port design. Some find the build too simple compared to modern sets, but overall it's considered a charming and enjoyable set for collectors and younger builders alike.

📝 Our Take

The Fuel Truck is a charming and classic Space Port set. Released in 1999, it perfectly captures the late 90s LEGO aesthetic with its simple yet effective design and vibrant color scheme. This set is a great example of how LEGO can create engaging vehicles with a relatively small number of pieces.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts looking for a nostalgic build. It's a quick and easy project, ideal for younger builders or those who appreciate vintage LEGO designs. The set also offers decent playability with its functional fuel hose and two minifigures.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or a large display piece. This set is relatively simple and small compared to modern LEGO sets. Consider larger Space Port sets or other vehicle-focused themes for a more challenging build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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120
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple, straightforward building process
  • Classic LEGO Space Port design elements
  • Functional fuel hose adds play value
  • Sturdy construction for play

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
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Investment Grade
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The Fuel Truck presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its age and relatively low piece count make it accessible to collectors, and the Space Port theme has enduring appeal. The presence of two minifigures in good condition can significantly increase its value. However, it's not a particularly rare or sought-after set, so appreciation may be gradual rather than rapid. Keeping the set sealed in its original box would maximize its potential as a collectible.

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Compared to modern LEGO City vehicles, the Fuel Truck is simpler in design but retains a classic charm. While newer sets offer more intricate building techniques and details, this set provides a nostalgic experience for long-time LEGO fans. It's a good alternative for those who appreciate vintage LEGO aesthetics and want a straightforward build.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two minifigures: a Fireman with a classic white helmet and breathing apparatus, and a Space Port Ground Crew member in a red jumpsuit with a headset. The fireman is particularly desirable due to the detailed printing on the torso and the inclusion of air tanks.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 51 unique parts • 109 total pieces

Minifig Hose Nozzle Simple with 13L Black String Minifig Hose Nozz...
Part #: 194c04 Light Gray
Glass 2 x 3 for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges Glass 2 x 3 for H...
Part #: 2348b Trans-Dark Blue
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ledges Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 2349b White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Trans-Red
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 White
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 2436 Light Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 White
Plate Special 1 x 4 with Wheels Holder Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2926 Light Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Light Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 White
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Yellow
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 White
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 30094 Black
Vehicle Body, Tricycle Body Top with Dark Gray Chassis Vehicle Body, Tri...
Part #: 30187a Yellow
Tricycle Body Front Fork / Handlebars Tricycle Body Fro...
Part #: 30189 Yellow
Wheel Centre Wide with Stub Axles [Tricycle] Wheel Centre Wide...
Part #: 30190 White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Neon Green
Road Sign Clip-on 2.2 x 2.667 Triangular with Fire Print Road Sign Clip-on...
Part #: 30259pr0001 Yellow
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 30283 Light Gray
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Black
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Tan
Slope 45° 2 x 2 with Flame and Control Panel Print fire Slope 45° 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3039pr9972 White
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Danger Chevrons Red Print Tile 1 x 2 with D...
Part #: 3069bpr0026 White
Slope 45° 6 x 4 Double [aka Train Roof] Slope 45° 6 x 4 D...
Part #: 32083 Light Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 White
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 White
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Yellow
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 White
Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel Steering Stand 1 ...
Part #: 3829c01 Light Gray
Weapon Axe Weapon Axe
Part #: 3835 Light Gray
Antenna 1 x 4 with Rounded Top Antenna 1 x 4 wit...
Part #: 3957a White
Weapon Gun / Torch (Space) [with Grooves] Weapon Gun / Torc...
Part #: 3959 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Yellow
Windscreen 2 x 6 x 2, Wide Top Windscreen 2 x 6 ...
Part #: 4176 Trans-Dark Blue
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 Hinge Vehicle Roo...
Part #: 4315 White
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Trans-Dark Blue
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Trans-Red
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Spout Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...
Part #: 4599a Red
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a Trans-Dark Blue
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a White
Hose, Pneumatic 4mm D. 12L / 9.6cm Hose, Pneumatic 4...
Part #: 5102c12 Black
Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin Wheel 11 x 12 wit...
Part #: 6014a White
Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide Tyre 21 x 12 with...
Part #: 6015 Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6019 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Yellow
Brick 1 x 12 Brick 1 x 12
Part #: 6112 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Neon Green
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Sticker Sheet for Set 6459-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 72549 [No Color/Any Color]
The set contains a good selection of white and yellow bricks, useful for creating a variety of vehicles and structures. The inclusion of headlight bricks and grille tiles adds detail and texture to the model. The tires are also a valuable component for building other wheeled vehicles.

💎 Notable Parts

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide (9x) $1.35
Yellow Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (6x) $0.90
Light Gray Plate Special 1 x 4 with Wheels Holder (3x) $0.45
Light Gray Slope 45° 6 x 4 Double [aka Train Roof] (2x) $0.60
Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (2x) $0.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Expand the fuel truck into a larger maintenance vehicle.
🏙 Create a larger space port fueling station module.
🚀 Build a small rocket or spacecraft that the truck is servicing.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

51
Unique Parts
109
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
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