How many pieces are in the Bug Obliterator?

Bug Obliterator contains 711 pieces.

What age is the Bug Obliterator recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-14.

When was the Bug Obliterator released?

Bug Obliterator was released in 2013.

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No. 70705

Galaxy Squad

Bug Obliterator

Bug Obliterator is a standout gem from the short-lived but beloved Galaxy Squad theme.

Time on the shelf Retired

Released Jan 2013

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Great for fans of classic sci-fi mechanics, transforming vehicles, and mid-tier Technic integrations.
Build: 711 pieces · about 3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Mid-range Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.3 community rating from 88 ratings

Fans love the creative split-function play feature and vibrant color scheme, though some note the build relies heavily on Technic mechanisms.

📝 Our Take

Bug Obliterator is a standout gem from the short-lived but beloved Galaxy Squad theme. Combining a striking orange-and-white color scheme with a clever split-function gimmick, this mid-2010s set captures the classic sci-fi bug-hunt aesthetic brilliantly.

This set is perfect for nostalgic space fans and collectors of unique transforming vehicles. The dual nature of the build—separating into an armored rover and a swift attack craft—offers fantastic play value alongside impressive shelf presence.

Skip this if you prefer sleek, modern display models or dislike play features. The build heavily incorporates Technic functions and flick-fire missiles that might feel a bit dated to modern adult builders.

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🧱 Building Experience

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711

Pieces

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3.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

Clever split-function mechanism that divides the vehicle into a rover and a ship
Vibrant orange and dark bluish gray color palette unique to the Galaxy Squad theme
Includes four distinct minifigures with specialized gear and alien molding
Integrates hidden flick missiles and cocoon prison play elements

📖 About This Set

Defeat the deadly alien dragonfly with the split-function Bug Obliterator!

The deadly alien dragonfly is trying to capture the Galaxy Squad orange team heroes in a cocoon prison. Soar into battle with orange team heroes Jack Fireblade and Ashlee Starstrider in the Bug Obliterator! Hit the button to transform the Bug Obliterator into a rugged armored rover and a swift attack ship that can battle those bugs from the sky! Launch the hidden flick missiles and fire the laser guns to send those alien bugs crawling back to where they came from! Includes 4 minifigures: Jack Fireblade, Ashlee Starstrider, Robot Sidekick and winged alien mosquitoid with weapons and a cocoon.

Includes 4 minifigures: Jack Fireblade, Ashlee Starstrider, Robot Sidekick and winged alien mosquitoid with assorted weapons
Features moveable and opening cockpits, flick missiles, cocoon and laser guns
Vehicles include alien dragonfly and split-function Bug Obliterator that splits into 2 more hero vehicles: armored rover and swift attack ship
Armored rover features flick missiles, opening cockpit and laser guns
Swift attack ship features an opening cockpit, flick missiles and laser guns
Alien dragonfly features moveable tail with poseable legs and wings, and a cocoon
Weapons include 3 blasters and an alien sonic gun
Activate the split function, enhance your firepower and outsmart the aliens!
Launch the armored rover!
Fire the missiles!
Measures over 3” (10cm) high, 10” (27cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide
Armored rover measures over 2” (6cm) high, 5” (15cm) long and 2” (7cm) wide
Attack ship measures over 3” (9cm) high, 11” (27cm) long and 36” (93cm) wide
Alien dragonfly measures over 1” (4cm) high, 9” (23cm) long and 5” (15cm) wide

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Standing as one of the larger sets in the Galaxy Squad wave, the Bug Obliterator offers a more substantial build and dual-vehicle play pattern compared to mid-range sets like the Claw Catcher, making it the centerpiece vehicle of the orange team.

4 Minifigures Included

Mosquitoid with Wings

The set includes four characters: hero team members Jack Fireblade and Ashlee Starstrider, an orange Robot sidekick, and a winged Mosquitoid alien complete with unique molded insect parts.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 711
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 159 unique parts, 689 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 22 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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A fantastic parts pack for bright orange elements, trans-yellow highlights, and lime green alien claws, alongside a heavy assortment of Technic pins and axles necessary for the splitting mechanism.

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💎 Notable Parts

Lime Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small (14x)

Trans-Yellow Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (16x)

Pearl Titanium Large Figure Weapon Claw, with Clip (8x)

Orange Tile 1 x 4 with Groove (13x)

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Heavy-duty sci-fi mining rovers and planetary exploration transports

🤖 Modular mechs and exo-suits utilizing the orange and lime accent pieces

🚀 Alternative multi-stage spacecraft and interceptor fighters

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LEGOSupremePlease also praises the set's amazing ship design, playability, and sturdy construction.

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LEGOSupremePlease also praises the set's amazing ship design, playability, and sturdy construction.

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Building Instructions

2 booklets, as PDF

01 BI 3016 80+4*- 70705 V29 Download PDF
02 BI 3016 80+4*- 70705 V39 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

160 Unique Parts

711 Official Piece Count

689 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

4 Minifigures

23 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 22 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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