How many pieces are in the Mission Commander?

Mission Commander contains 478 pieces.

When was the Mission Commander released?

Mission Commander was released in 1989.

🏛 Space Police I

Set #6986

Mission Commander

Mission Commander is a classic example of late 80s LEGO space design.

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Who it's for: Intermediate build Perfect for LEGO enthusiasts interested in classic space themes and vintage sets.
Build: 478 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $49.99 list price · 10.5¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.6 community rating

Fans appreciate the nostalgic value and unique design of the Mission Commander, highlighting its classic space theme and distinctive color scheme. Some find the building techniques outdated compared to modern sets, but the overall appeal and collectibility remain strong.

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📝 Our Take

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Mission Commander is a classic example of late 80s LEGO space design. With its striking black and blue color scheme and trans-red accents, it perfectly captures the retro-futuristic aesthetic of the Space Police I theme and offers a nostalgic trip for older LEGO fans.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors interested in vintage space themes. The build is straightforward, making it a fun project for builders of all skill levels, and the completed model is a great display piece for showcasing classic LEGO designs.

Skip this if you prefer modern, highly detailed LEGO sets. The building techniques are simple compared to contemporary sets; consider newer Space themes like Galaxy Squad or Alien Conquest for more complex builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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478

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

The construction of the modular prison pod
Incorporating functional elements like the opening cockpit and storage compartment
The use of classic hinge bricks to create adjustable sections
The iconic black and blue color scheme with trans-red highlights

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Mission Commander set from the Space Police I theme holds significant investment potential due to its age, rarity, and popularity within the LEGO collecting community. As a set from 1989, it's becoming increasingly scarce, and the rising price trend indicates strong demand from collectors seeking to complete their vintage LEGO collections. Its iconic design and association with a beloved LEGO theme further enhance its appeal. However, potential investors should be mindful of the set's condition, completeness, and packaging, as these factors can significantly impact its value. Competition from other vintage space sets and fluctuations in the LEGO market could also influence its future appreciation. Despite these considerations, Mission Commander remains a promising investment for those interested in classic LEGO sets.

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Mission Commander stands out due to its iconic design and representation of the Space Police I theme, which is highly sought after by collectors. While newer space-themed sets offer more advanced building techniques and pieces, this set provides a nostalgic experience and a unique piece of LEGO history. Sets like the 6954 Renegade offer a similar retro-futuristic aesthetic, but Mission Commander's larger size and unique design make it a standout choice for collectors.

3 Minifigures Included

Space Police I

2x included

B+

Blacktron I (3626a Head)

6 parts

The set includes two Space Police I minifigures and one Blacktron I minifigure, creating a classic conflict scenario. The Space Police minifigures are highly collectible, and the Blacktron I minifigure adds to the set's overall appeal.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 478
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 100 unique parts, 459 pieces
Minifigures: 3

LEGO counts 478 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 477, including the 18 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.

Wing, Tail 4 x 1 x 3

Part #: 2340 4× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 -...

Part #: 2362a 2× Blue

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 -...

Part #: 2362a 4× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 w...

Part #: 2362apr0001 2× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 3 w...

Part #: 2362apr0002 2× Black

Wedge Plate 10 x ...

Part #: 2401 2× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412a 2× Blue

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412a 4× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 3× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 2× Blue

Technic Rack Wind...

Part #: 2426c01 1× Black

Technic Rack 1 x ...

Part #: 2428 1× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 6× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 3× Blue

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 4× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 2436 2× Blue

Hinge Panel 6 x 3

Part #: 2440 1× Black

Part #: 2466 8× Trans-Red

Panel 4 x 4 x 6 C...

Part #: 2467 4× Blue

Panel 3 x 3 x 6 C...

Part #: 2468 4× Black

Panel 3 x 3 x 6 C...

Part #: 2468 2× Trans-Red

Windscreen 10 x 4...

Part #: 2507 1× Trans-Red

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 6× Black

Part #: 3004 10× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Blue

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 3× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 5× Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 17× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 15× Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 9× Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 6× Black

Plate 6 x 12

Part #: 3028 1× Black

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 3× Black

Part #: 3031 2× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Black

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× Black

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 5× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 6× Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 7× Black

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 3× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298pr0013 3× Black

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 4× Black

Engine - Smooth, ...

Part #: 3475b 2× Black

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3585 1× Black

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3586 1× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Blue

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 9× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Blue

Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...

Part #: 3641 4× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 6× Blue

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 16× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 9× Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 13× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747a 1× Black

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 3788 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 5× Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Black

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Black

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 3855 2× Trans-Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3894 1× Black

Wedge, Plate 8 x ...

Part #: 3933a 1× Black

Wedge Plate 8 x 4...

Part #: 3934a 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 3935 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 3936 1× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 8× Blue

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 8× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 1× Blue

Support Round 2 x...

Part #: 3940b 13× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 2× Blue

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 4× Black

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 8× Trans-Red

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 2× Blue

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Black

Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...

Part #: 4033 2× Blue

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 1× Black

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4213 1× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 4275b 4× Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 4276b 3× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 4276b 3× Blue

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× Black

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Blue

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4315 2× Black

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460a 2× Blue

Part #: 4589 2× Trans-Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4590 9× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4595 2× Black

Bracket 3 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 4598 3× Blue

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4600 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 4× Black

Wheel 8 x 6

Part #: 4624 4× White

Hinge Tile 1 x 4

Part #: 4625 2× Blue

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 4730 1× Black

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 2× Black

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 2× Trans-Red

Part #: 4856a 1× Black

Slope 45° 4 x 4 D...

Part #: 4857 2× Blue

Bar 1 x 6 [Open S...

Part #: 4873 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 10× Trans-Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Black

Flexible Hose 8.5...

Part #: 73590c01a 2× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 4...

Part #: 73983 4× Blue

This set features a substantial quantity of black and blue plates, making it useful for MOC builders looking to create space-themed designs. The trans-red elements add a striking visual contrast and are valuable for adding details to custom builds.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate Special 1 x 4 Offset with Bar Holes (9x) $2.70

Trans-Red Panel 3 x 2 x 6 (8x) $3.20

Black Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate Thin (8x) $1.60

Blue Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base (8x) $1.60

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$9.10

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Rebuild into a larger, more detailed spaceship

🏙 Create a futuristic spaceport module

🚗 Design a sleek, interstellar pursuit vehicle

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 6 videos

3.7 /5

Positive

33% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO community expresses mostly positive sentiments towards the 6986 Mission Commander, with some considering it one of the greatest LEGO sets ever. Ben Cossy highlights the 8635 Mission 6: Mobile Command Center as a standout set, while other reviewers like BrickQueen offer neutral reviews of related command center sets like the Ultra Agents Mission HQ and Agents Mobile Command Center.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 6 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.7 /5

Positive

33% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Ben Cossy is particularly enthusiastic, even examining remakes to see if they match the original's quality. JANG's LEGO Reviews offers a more balanced perspective, noting that while the LEGO City Police Mobile Command Truck is decent, it could benefit from more "command" features.