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Evolve Jay's Thunder Dragon with 140 pieces!

Build, upgrade, and battle! Join Jay in an epic Ninjago adventure against the Viper Flyer. Collect the Speed banner upon victory!

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Set #71760

Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO

Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO is a fantastic entry point into the Ninjago universe.

Before you buy

Who it's for
Beginner build Kids aged 6+ and Ninjago fans
Build
140 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$19.99 list price · 14.3¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★☆☆ 3.3 community rating from 90 ratings

Fans appreciate the dragon's posability and vibrant colors, making it a fun and engaging set for younger builders. Some feel the build is too simple for older LEGO enthusiasts, but overall it's well-received as a great entry point to the Ninjago theme.

📝 Our Take

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Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO is a fantastic entry point into the Ninjago universe. This small set packs a punch with its vibrant colors, posable dragon, and engaging play features. It's an excellent way to introduce younger builders to the world of LEGO Ninjago.

This set is perfect for kids aged 6+ and Ninjago fans of all ages. The build is straightforward and fun, resulting in a cool-looking dragon that's ready for action. It's also a great parts pack for MOC builders looking for Dark Azure elements.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex, challenging build. This set is designed for younger builders, so experienced LEGO enthusiasts may find it too simple. For a more advanced dragon build, consider Cole's Earth Dragon EVO (71752-1).

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🧱 Building Experience

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140
Pieces
⏱
1.5h
Estimated Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Easy-to-follow instructions
  • Posable dragon with adjustable wings and legs
  • Fun play features, including stud shooters
  • Bright and vibrant color scheme

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO, while a fun set, presents a limited investment opportunity. Its low piece count and original MSRP don't typically translate to significant appreciation. However, its retirement and appealing design could lead to modest gains, especially if kept in pristine condition. The Ninjago theme is consistently popular, which provides some stability. But overall, the investment potential is moderate and best suited for those who appreciate the set for its building and play value.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO is a great entry-level Ninjago dragon set. Compared to larger, more complex dragons, this set offers a simpler build and lower price point. Cole's Earth Dragon EVO (71752-1) offers a similar EVO experience. Choose this set for younger builders or those seeking a smaller, more affordable dragon.

2 Minifigures Included

The Jay EVO minifigure is unique to this set and features cool lightning bolt details. The Viper Flyer is a common enemy figure, but still adds to the playability.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
140
Parts cataloged in this inventory
50 unique parts, 124 pieces
Minifigures
2

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 2× Bright Light Yellow
Brick Wedged, Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Corner Brick Wedged, Slo...
Part #: 13548 4× Dark Azure
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14417 9× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14418 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Towball Socket and Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14419 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14704 8× Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 1× Pearl Gold
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Two Vertical Teeth / Tooth Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15209 4× White
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Stud Holder Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 15571 1× Pearl Gold
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 15672 4× Dark Azure
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 1× Bright Light Yellow
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 1× Flat Silver
Tile Special 2 x 3 Pentagonal Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 22385 2× Dark Blue
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Axle Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 22961 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 2× Bright Light Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 1× Pearl Gold
Tile 2 x 3 with Yellow Ninjago Flag Print Tile 2 x 3 with Y...
Part #: 26603pr9998 1× Red
Wave / Lightning Angular, Single Wave / Lightning ...
Part #: 27256 2× Trans-Yellow
Technic Axle Towball Technic Axle Towball
Part #: 2736 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 2 x 2, Two Top Studs Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 30165 4× Dark Azure
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 2× Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 3× Bright Light Yellow
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 1× Dark Azure
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 5× Dark Azure
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 1× White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Bright Light Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Dark Azure
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3039 4× Dark Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Knob Wheel Technic Knob Wheel
Part #: 32072 1× Pearl Gold
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 3× Dark Blue
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 1× Bright Light Yellow
Wrap with Long Back Knot, Bright Light Yellow Band Pattern Wrap with Long Ba...
Part #: 40925pat0013 1× Blue
Minifig Neckwear Shoulder Guard Minifig Neckwear ...
Part #: 41162 1× Pearl Titanium
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 3× Blue
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 2× Pearl Gold
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical and '+' Axle Hole, 7 Teeth Hinge Brick 2 x 2...
Part #: 53029 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Pins, Square Pin Holes Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 53540 2× Black
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger and Axle Hole On Ends [No Side Slots] Hinge Cylinder 1 ...
Part #: 53923 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b 1× Red
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 2× Black
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 1× Pearl Gold
Brick Wedged, Curved 4 x 3 No Studs [Plain] Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 64225 4× Dark Azure
Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Bottom Ring Weapon Lightsaber...
Part #: 64567 2× Pearl Titanium
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Centered Friction Ridge] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 65487 2× Black
Bracket 3 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Bottom Stud Holder Bracket 3 x 2 x 1...
Part #: 73562 1× Dark Blue
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head Lower Jaw with 6 Studs on Top, Spike, Teeth [Plain] Creature Body Par...
Part #: 76923 1× Bright Light Yellow
Plate Angled 2 x 2 with Step and Hole in Center Plate Angled 2 x ...
Part #: 79846 4× Dark Azure
Creature Body Part, Wing, Crystalized with Marbled Pearl Gold Pattern Creature Body Par...
Part #: 79898pat0004 2× Trans-Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 3 with 2 Clips on Top Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 79987 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head with Trans-Yellow Horns Pattern, Yellow Eyes Print Creature Body Par...
Part #: 82276pat0002pr0001 1× Dark Azure
Brick Round 4 x 4 Centre Hole Brick Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 87081 2× Bright Light Yellow
Chain 6L [5 Links] Chain 6L [5 Links]
Part #: 92338 1× Flat Silver
Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 98313 1× Black
This set is a good source of Dark Azure parts, a desirable color for MOC builders looking to add vibrant details to their creations. The various plate and slope elements offer versatility for different building techniques.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Azure Plate 2 x 2 (5x) $0.50
Dark Azure Brick Curved 2 x 2, Two Top Studs (4x) $0.60
White Tile Special 1 x 2 with Two Vertical Teeth / Tooth (4x) $0.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$1.50

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Transform the dragon into a cool robotic creature or mech suit.
🌳 Use the parts to create a smaller, more detailed Eastern-style dragon.
🚗 Build a futuristic vehicle inspired by the dragon's design.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 3 videos
5.0 /5
Very Positive
100% positive
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LEGO YouTubers give Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO a flawless 5.0/5 sentiment rating, praising it as an exceptionally accessible, high-value set for younger builders. Reviewers like JANG's LEGO Reviews and Bricks By Mind celebrate the staged EVO upgrade gimmick and vivid color scheme, though some note the simplified limb articulation.

Community Sentiment

Based on 3 YouTube reviews

Reddit

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YouTube

5.0 /5
Very Positive
100% positive
3
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Mixed
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Common Feedback
+ Build, Value, Solid
BlockTalk AI Analysis

LEGO YouTubers give Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO a flawless 5.0/5 sentiment rating, praising it as an exceptionally accessible, high-value set for younger builders. Reviewers like JANG's LEGO Reviews and Bricks By Mind celebrate the staged EVO upgrade gimmick and vivid color scheme, though some note the simplified limb articulation.

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk AI Summary

JANG's LEGO Reviews was particularly impressed by the dragon's ability to stand independently on its hind legs, while critiquing the prototype-like white box art. Bricks By Mind and The TTV Channel both highlighted the dual-molded head mold, specialized angled limb connectors, and the collectible printed 'Speed' mission banner.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 2

Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO Instructions
BI 3102, 72+4, 71760 V29
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Jay's Thunder Dragon EVO Instructions
BI 3102, 72+4, 71760 V39
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Charts Inventory Statistics

50
Unique Parts
140
Official Piece Count
124
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
2
Minifigures
4
Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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