How many pieces are in the Flying Time Vessel?

Flying Time Vessel contains 237 pieces.

What age is the Flying Time Vessel recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-12.

When was the Flying Time Vessel released?

Flying Time Vessel was released in 1996.

🏛 Time Cruisers

Set #6493

Flying Time Vessel

The Flying Time Vessel is a quirky and imaginative set from the classic Time Cruisers theme.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO fans of all ages who appreciate classic themes and imaginative designs.
Build: 237 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating

Fans appreciate the set's unique design and nostalgic appeal, but some find the color scheme a bit too garish. The inclusion of Dr. Cyber is a plus, though some wish for more elaborate time-traveling features.

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📝 Our Take

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The Flying Time Vessel is a quirky and imaginative set from the classic Time Cruisers theme. Released in 1996, it captures the essence of adventurous time travel with its unique design and vibrant color scheme, offering a nostalgic trip for older LEGO fans and a fun introduction to vintage LEGO for newer enthusiasts.

This set is perfect for collectors of classic LEGO themes and those seeking a fun, relatively quick build. Its moderate piece count makes it an accessible project, and the playful design ensures it stands out on display. The inclusion of two minifigures adds to its appeal for collectors.

Skip this if you prefer highly detailed, realistic models or are only interested in licensed themes like Star Wars or Marvel. While charming, the Flying Time Vessel's whimsical style might not appeal to everyone. Consider sets from the LEGO Ideas theme for more complex and realistic builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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237

Pieces

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Unique color scheme and overall aesthetic.
Creative use of Technic elements for added functionality.
Incorporation of various shapes and sizes of bricks for visual interest.
Fun and engaging build process that captures the spirit of adventure.

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Flying Time Vessel, being a set from the mid-1990s Time Cruisers theme, holds moderate investment potential. Its age and relatively low piece count make it accessible to collectors seeking a nostalgic item. The set's unique design and the overall popularity of vintage LEGO themes contribute to its potential for appreciation. However, its non-licensed nature and smaller size may limit its appeal compared to larger, more iconic sets. Keeping the set in good condition with the original box and instructions is crucial for maximizing its investment value.

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The Flying Time Vessel stands out from other sets of its time due to its whimsical design and bold color choices. While sets like those from the LEGO Adventurers theme offer a similar sense of adventure, the Time Cruisers theme has a unique, almost cartoonish aesthetic. If you're looking for a more serious and realistic building experience, consider sets from the LEGO Classic Space theme. However, if you appreciate quirky and imaginative designs, the Flying Time Vessel is a great choice.

2 Minifigures Included

Timmy - Blue Legs, Blue Cap

The set includes two minifigures: Timmy and Dr. Cyber. Dr. Cyber is unique to the Time Cruisers theme, adding to the set's collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 237
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 108 unique parts, 231 pieces
Minifigures: 2

LEGO counts 237 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 239, including the 8 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.

String with End S...

Part #: 14226c41 1× Black

Flag 2 x 2 Square...

Part #: 2335 1× Red

Brick Arch 1 x 5 ...

Part #: 2339 2× Light Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 -...

Part #: 2362a 2× Light Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2444 4× Black

Helmet, Standard

Part #: 2446 1× White

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 2447 1× Trans-Neon Green

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2458 4× Light Gray

Wheel Skateboard ...

Part #: 2496 2× Black

Hat Pirate Bicorn...

Part #: 2528pr0013 1× Black

Weapon Sword / Cu...

Part #: 2530 1× Dark Gray

Boat, Mast Sectio...

Part #: 2537b 1× Black

Plate Special 6 x...

Part #: 2539 1× Dark Gray

Hat Rag Wrap / Ba...

Part #: 2543 1× Blue

Animal, Monkey [C...

Part #: 2550c01 1× Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 4× Light Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 6× Black

Weapon Gun / Pist...

Part #: 2562 1× Brown

Antenna 8H Whip

Part #: 2569 3× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Crossbow a...

Part #: 2570 2× Dark Gray

Hinge Panel 2 x 4...

Part #: 2582 2× Trans-Light Blue

Wheel Holder, Pla...

Part #: 2655 2× Light Gray

Bar 8L - Two Stop...

Part #: 2714a 1× Light Gray

Technic Slope Lon...

Part #: 2744 2× Light Gray

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 2815 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 2876 1× Black

Train Front Slopi...

Part #: 2917 1× Light Gray

Glass for Train F...

Part #: 2918 1× Trans-Light Blue

Propeller 2 Blade...

Part #: 2952 2× Black

Motor Pulley, 9V ...

Part #: 2983 4× Light Gray

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 2× Red

Helmet Underwater...

Part #: 30038 1× Dark Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Black

Boat, Mast Sectio...

Part #: 30047 1× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 4× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Yellow

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 2× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Black

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039pr0005 1× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Yellow

Technic Link 1 x ...

Part #: 32005b 2× Dark Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 1× Light Gray

Tail 4 x 2 x 2

Part #: 3479 2× Black

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3585 1× Light Gray

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3586 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Black

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 1× Light Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 1× Yellow

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 4× Yellow

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 1× Light Gray

Technic Axle 2

Part #: 3704 2× Black

Technic Axle 8

Part #: 3707 2× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Black

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 4× Light Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 3729 2× Yellow

Technic Axle 10

Part #: 3737 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 3× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 2× Light Gray

Helmet Castle wit...

Part #: 3844 1× Dark Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3894 4× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Light Gray

Bar 1 x 4 x 2 wit...

Part #: 4083 2× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 2× Light Gray

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 5× Light Gray

Engine, Strakes, ...

Part #: 4229 2× Yellow

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 4265b 1× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 4275b 2× Black

Helmet with Fixed...

Part #: 4503 1× Black

Hinge Tile 1 x 2 ...

Part #: 4531 2× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 1× Trans-Neon Green

Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...

Part #: 4599a 2× Yellow

Hinge Tile 1 x 4

Part #: 4625 2× Light Gray

Treasure Chest Bo...

Part #: 4738b 1× Brown

Treasure Chest Li...

Part #: 4739a 1× Brown

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 3× Trans-Neon Green

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865a 4× Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 1× Red

Propeller 3 Blade...

Part #: 6041 1× Yellow

Brick Special Oct...

Part #: 6043 1× Yellow

Boat Hull Section...

Part #: 6051c03 1× Dark Gray

Boat Hull Small S...

Part #: 6053c03 1× Dark Gray

Boat, Mast Riggin...

Part #: 6057 2× Brown

Boat, Mast Sectio...

Part #: 6067 1× Black

Tool Chainsaw Blade

Part #: 6117 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 6119 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Equipment Magic Wand

Part #: 6124 1× Glow In Dark Opaque

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 6125 1× Red

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126a 2× Trans-Neon Orange

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 6127 1× Green

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 6128 1× Green

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 6133 2× Red

Bar 1 x 6 [Closed...

Part #: 6140 1× Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Red

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 6538b 3× Light Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 2× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Black

Technic Rubber Be...

Part #: 85544 2× Red

The set features a good selection of Light Gray and Black Technic parts, useful for MOC builders looking to create functional models. The Trans-Neon Green antennas add a distinctive touch.

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💎 Notable Parts

Yellow Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (8x) $0.40

Black Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips (6x) $1.20

Light Gray Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] (5x) $0.75

Trans-Neon Green Antenna 8H Whip (3x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.85

💡 MOC Potential

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🤖 Time-traveling robot companion

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO 6493 Flying Time Vessel reviews are generally neutral, focusing on set details rather than strong opinions. While there's no overwhelming praise, the set is presented as a notable entry in the Time Cruisers theme, primarily from a retrospective or informational standpoint.

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HENRY'S VINTAGE TOYS • 1.7K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

R.R. Slugger's retrospective introduces the set within the Time Cruisers theme, while Go4 Bob highlights the set's piece count, minifigures, and its release year of 1996. HENRY'S VINTAGE TOYS focuses on the unboxing and building experience of the vintage set.