How many pieces are in the Water Strider?

Water Strider contains 494 pieces.

When was the Water Strider released?

Water Strider was released in 2017.

🏛 The LEGO Ninjago Movie

Set #70611

Water Strider

The Water Strider is a unique and eye-catching set from The LEGO Ninjago Movie.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Ninjago fans and LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy building unique vehicles with interesting articulation.
Build: 494 pieces · about 4 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 6.1¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 277 ratings

Fans appreciate the Water Strider's unique design and posability, however some find the color scheme somewhat bland and the play features limited. The Nya minifigure with the cloth skirt is a highlight.

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📝 Our Take

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The Water Strider is a unique and eye-catching set from The LEGO Ninjago Movie. Its distinctive insect-inspired design, posable legs, and vibrant blue color scheme make it a standout model in any collection.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans and those who appreciate unconventional LEGO vehicles. The build is engaging and results in a sturdy, playable model with cool action features, offering a fun experience for both kids and adult builders.

Skip this if you prefer more traditional vehicles or are looking for a larger, more complex build. Consider other Ninjago sets like the Fire Mech (70615-1) or Destiny's Bounty (70738-1) for a more substantial building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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494

Pieces

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4.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

The innovative leg mechanism allows for dynamic posing and walking action.
The use of Technic elements adds stability and functionality to the model.
The trans-light blue elements create a striking visual effect.
Incorporates spring-loaded shooters for play.

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Water Strider is a retired set from a popular LEGO theme, The LEGO Ninjago Movie. While not the most iconic set from the theme, its unique design and relatively low original MSRP make it an interesting investment. The rising price trend indicates growing demand. However, its smaller piece count and the availability of other Ninjago sets may limit its potential for exponential growth. Still, expect steady appreciation, especially for sealed copies.

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The Water Strider offers a unique aesthetic compared to other Ninjago vehicles. While sets like the Fire Mech (70615-1) provide a larger, more imposing build, the Water Strider stands out with its insect-inspired design and articulated legs. If you're looking for something different and enjoy posable models, the Water Strider is a great choice. However, if you prefer a more traditional mech or a larger piece count, other Ninjago sets might be more appealing.

4 Minifigures Included

Kai (LEGO Ninjago Movie)

Nya with Cloth Skirt (LEGO Ninjago Movie)

6 parts

B+

The set includes four minifigures: Nya and Kai in their Ninjago Movie attire, along with Puffer and a Shark Army Thug. Nya is unique to this set with her cloth skirt, making her a desirable addition to a Ninjago minifigure collection.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 494
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 117 unique parts, 473 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 21 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.

Flag 2 x 2 Square...

Part #: 11055 4× Blue

Bar Holder with Clip

Part #: 11090 3× Black

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 8× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 10 x...

Part #: 13731 8× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14418 2× Light Bluish Gray

Exhaust Pipe with...

Part #: 14682 4× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 14719 2× Blue

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 4× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 6× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 4× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 8× Black

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 18575 1× Black

Launcher Trigger,...

Part #: 18587 1× Light Bluish Gray

Launcher, Weapon ...

Part #: 18588 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18649 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 2× Black

Windscreen 6 x 10...

Part #: 18729 1× Trans-Clear

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 18975 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 18980 2× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 2× Flat Silver

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 22889 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 1× Black

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24307 1× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 8× Trans-Light Blue

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 4× Reddish Brown

Tassel with 1 x 1...

Part #: 25375 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 2730 4× Black

Flexible Ribbed H...

Part #: 27328 4× Flat Silver

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 28× Black

Technic Motorcycl...

Part #: 2904 4× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Tan

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× Trans-Light Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Blue

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Blue

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 11× Trans-Light Blue

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 4× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 4× Black

Technic Knob Wheel

Part #: 32072 1× Black

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 14× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 32270 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 1× Black

Technic Brick 4 x...

Part #: 32531 1× Black

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 33389 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 1× Red

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3738 2× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× Blue

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 6× Blue

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 40490 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 10× Blue

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 44× Light Bluish Gray

Dish 6 x 6 Invert...

Part #: 4285b 4× Trans-Light Blue

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 6× Blue

Dish 3 x 3 Invert...

Part #: 43898 4× Black

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 44224 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 44225 4× Light Bluish Gray

Dish 6 x 6 Invert...

Part #: 44375b 4× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× Light Bluish Gray

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 4× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Light Bluish Gray

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 1× Flat Silver

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 57909b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 1× Red

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 3× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 2× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60476 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 2× Black

Equipment Hose No...

Part #: 60849 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 8× Black

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Orange

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Flat Silver

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 28× Trans-Light Blue

Turntable 4 x 4 S...

Part #: 61485 1× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 2× Flat Silver

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 4× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 3× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 64225 1× Black

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64391 1× Black

Animal, Fish [Hol...

Part #: 64648 2× Bright Light Blue

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64683 1× Black

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 4× Blue

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 6587 4× Dark Tan

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 2× Black

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 4× Black

Hose, Ribbed 7mm ...

Part #: 78c09 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 5× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 85940 2× Black

Cylinder Half 2 x...

Part #: 85941 2× Trans-Light Blue

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Tan

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Blue

Brick Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 87081 1× Black

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 87083 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 87407 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 90258 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 90391pr0003 1× Reddish Brown

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 92013 4× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92692 1× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 92947 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93606 6× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 2× White

The Water Strider features a good selection of trans-light blue elements, perfect for creating aquatic-themed MOCs. The black curved slopes are also useful for shaping vehicles and organic forms.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Light Blue Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (28x) $1.40

Light Bluish Gray Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced (14x) $0.70

Trans-Light Blue Plate 1 x 2 (11x) $0.55

Black Brick Curved 10 x 1 [Symmetric Inside Ridges] (8x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.45

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Transform into a larger, more complex mech suit.

🌳 Create a robotic insect swarm.

🚗 Design a futuristic all-terrain vehicle.

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BrickVault's detailed review of the LEGO Ninjago Movie Water Strider (70611) praises the easy cockpit access and simplistic design, contributing to an agile aesthetic. The reviewer also speculates on the potential functionality of the side panels, suggesting they might represent a force field.

LEGO Ninjago Movie Water Strider Set 70611! | BrickVault LIVE Build Review

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YouTube Reviews

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LEGO Ninjago Movie Water Strider Set 70611! | BrickVault LIVE Build Review

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Inventory Statistics

118

Unique Parts

494

Official Piece Count

473

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 21 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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