Unleash the Storm!
Merge and conquer with Kai's Mech Storm Rider

Combine Kai's powerful mech with Nya's lightning-fast motorcycle in this 333-piece Ninjago set! Featuring 3 minifigures for non-stop action.

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🏛 Ninjago
Set #71830

Kai's Mech Storm Rider

Kai's Mech Storm Rider is a fantastic entry point into the world of Ninjago mechs.

🏆 Best For: Ninjago fans aged 9+, mech enthusiasts, and builders looking for a fun and engaging project ⏱ 3 hr build 🧩 333 pcs 🎂 Ages 7+
★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the Mech Storm Rider's dynamic design and poseability, making it a fun display piece. Some reviewers feel the price is slightly high for the piece count, but the overall build experience and included minifigures are generally well-received.

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$49.99
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📝 Our Take

Kai's Mech Storm Rider is a fantastic entry point into the world of Ninjago mechs. This set perfectly blends the classic Ninjago aesthetic with modern building techniques, resulting in a dynamic and poseable mech that's ready for action. The vibrant color scheme and unique design elements make it a standout piece.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans of all ages, especially those new to mech building. With a moderate piece count and clear instructions, it offers a satisfying build experience that's not too overwhelming. The included minifigures add to the playability and display value.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex or challenging mech build. While enjoyable, this set is geared towards a younger audience or those seeking a quicker project. Consider the larger Ninjago mech sets for a more intricate experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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333
Pieces
3h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
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7+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Sturdy and poseable mech design
  • Creative use of Technic elements for joint articulation
  • Unique Storm Rider details and weaponry
  • Satisfying build process with clear instructions

📈 Investment Analysis

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Kai's Mech Storm Rider presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a Ninjago set, it benefits from the theme's enduring popularity and dedicated fanbase. The set's reasonable price point and manageable piece count make it accessible to a wide range of collectors. However, its relatively common availability and lack of exclusive elements may limit its potential for significant appreciation. While not a guaranteed home run, this set is likely to hold its value and potentially see modest gains over time, especially if kept sealed and in mint condition.

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📖 About This Set

Kai’s Mech Storm Rider (71830) combo ninja toy lets boys and girls aged 7 and up recreate exhilarating scenes from season 3 of the NINJAGO® Dragons Rising TV show. Kids can play with the large action toy before they separate it into 2 smaller vehicles: Kai’s mech with posable head, arms and legs, a cockpit and a large storm blade accessory, and Nya’s flying motorbike toy with a cockpit, movable wings and 2 spring-loaded shooters.

This ninja vehicle playset comes with 3 NINJAGO minifigures: Kaiarmed with 2 crystal katana sword accessories, Nya armed with 2 golden katana sword accessories and a villainous Dragonian Warrior with its own sword accessory so kids can role-play epic battles.

The LEGO® NINJAGO range of sets and buildable ninja toys for kids includes dragons, vehicles and temples so fans can role-play adventures with their heroes. Each ninja playset can be created with the LEGO Builder app, which guides you and your child on an easy and intuitive building adventure.

  • Ninja toy for kids – Boys and girls aged 7 and up can play out amazing battles from season 3 of the NINJAGO® Dragons Rising TV show with Kai’s Mech Storm Rider
  • Combo ninja vehicle toy – This large NINJAGO® vehicle can be separated into 2 smaller vehicles: Kai’s mech and Nya’s flying motorcycle so kids can enjoy even more ninja playtime
  • Packed with features – Kai’s mech has a posable head, arms and legs, a cockpit and a storm blade accessory, and Nya’s flying motorbike toy has a cockpit, movable wings and 2 spring-loaded shooters
  • 3 NINJAGO® minifigures – Playset comes with Kai, Nya and a Dragonian Warrior, all with weapon accessories so kids can play out epic battles
  • Birthday gift for kids – This action toy provides a fun build-and-play experience and is a birthday gift idea for kids who love teaming up with their ninja heroes
  • Bigger ninja adventures – Look out for more LEGO® NINJAGO® toys (sets sold separately) to play out action with the Kai’s Mech Storm Rider
  • A universe of ninja toys – LEGO® NINJAGO® sets let kids escape into a fantasy world of adventures with their ninja heroes
  • Measurements – This 333-piece LEGO® building set for kids includes Kai’s Mech Storm Rider figure, which stands over 5.5 in. (14 cm) tall

Compare Similar Sets

Kai's Mech Storm Rider offers a good balance of playability and display value compared to other Ninjago mechs in its price range. While larger sets offer more complex builds and features, this set provides a more accessible and affordable option for younger fans or those new to the theme. It strikes a middle ground between smaller, simpler mechs and more elaborate, expensive models.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes three minifigures: Dragonian Warrior, Nya in Pearl Titanium Outfit, and Kai in a Dark Red Suit with a Red Helmet. Nya's Pearl Titanium outfit is unique to this set, potentially increasing its collectibility.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 114 unique parts • 317 total pieces

Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 4 Bent - Beam with 90 Hole Ø 4.8 Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 11455 Black
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Inverted Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 13547 Red
Brick Curved 10 x 1 [Symmetric Inside Ridges] Brick Curved 10 x...
Part #: 13731 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14417 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14704 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Bright Light Orange
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Black
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Red
Projectile, Spring Shooter Ammunition 8L Bar Projectile, Sprin...
Part #: 15303 Trans-Red
Launcher, Brick Special 1 x 4 Spring Shooter with Light Bluish Gray Top Launcher, Brick S...
Part #: 15400 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Stud Holder Slope 45° 2 x 1 T...
Part #: 15571 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Stud Holder Slope 45° 2 x 1 T...
Part #: 15571 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 15672 Tan
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Dark Red
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 Pearl Gold
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 Opal Trans-Clear
Tile Special 2 x 3 Pentagonal Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 22385 Red
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 10× Pearl Gold
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Bright Light Orange
Windscreen 6 x 4 x 1 Hexagonal with Handle Windscreen 6 x 4 ...
Part #: 27262 Trans-Clear
Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Round Bottom Pin Slope Inverted 33...
Part #: 2752 Black
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Axles Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 27940 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pin Holes Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2817 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Inverted Cutout and no stud Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 28192 Red
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Tan
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Lime
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Bright Light Orange
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30236 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Red
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Double / Inverted with Bottom Stud Holder Slope 45° 2 x 1 D...
Part #: 3049d Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 30503 Red
Animal / Creature Body Part, Claw with Clip Animal / Creature...
Part #: 3171 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Reddish Brown
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 White
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 1 Double with 1 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 32802 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 10× Tan
Tile 45° Cut 2 x 2 (Triangle) Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...
Part #: 35787 Bright Light Orange
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Yellow
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 Reddish Brown
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 White
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Black
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Technic Plate 2 x 4 [3 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3709 White
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Bright Light Orange
Technic Brick 1 x 6 [5 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3894 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 12 [11 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3895 Red
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a White
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 White
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 1 Center Slot Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 42924 Blue
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised - Updated Version Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4304 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Curved 6 x 4 Triple Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 43712 Red
Technic Rotation Joint Disk with Pin and 3L Beam Thick Technic Rotation ...
Part #: 44225 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Open O Top Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 44861 10× Black
Jet Engine Fan with 10 Blades and Technic Pin Jet Engine Fan wi...
Part #: 46667 Black
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 Trans-Orange
Wedge Curved 2 x 3 x 2/3 Two Studs, Wing End Wedge Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47456 Pearl Gold
Wedge Curved 2 x 3 x 2/3 Two Studs, Wing End Wedge Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47456 Black
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 Pearl Gold
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b Black
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4871 Black
Grille / Spoiler with 1 x 2 Plate, 2 x 2 Anti-studs (Racers Car) Grille / Spoiler ...
Part #: 50949 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Light Blue
Technic Rotation Joint Disk Double with Pin Hole and 3L Beam Thick Technic Rotation ...
Part #: 5652 Dark Bluish Gray
Flame, Axle, with Marbled Trans-Red Pattern Flame, Axle, with...
Part #: 5974pat0002 Trans-Orange
Creature Body Part, Dragon, Tail Creature Body Par...
Part #: 5978 Dark Red
Creature Body Part, Dragon, Wing Creature Body Par...
Part #: 5984 Dark Red
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Pearl Gold
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Light Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Flat Front Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 60592 Black
Weapon Sword / Scimitar Notched Blade Weapon Sword / Sc...
Part #: 60752 Flat Silver
Plate Special 1 x 4 with Angled Tubes Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61072 Flat Silver
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61332 25× Black
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Pearl Gold
Large Figure Wing, Small Large Figure Wing...
Part #: 61800 Pearl Gold
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Red
Wedge Curved 4 x 3 No Studs [Plain] Wedge Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 64225 Red
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 Red
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 Red
Wheel Hard Plastic with Small Cleats and Flanges Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 64712 Pearl Gold
Dish 4 x 4 with 4 Studs Dish 4 x 4 with 4...
Part #: 65138 Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [2 Lateral Holes, Small Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 65304 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Right Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65426 Red
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Left Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65429 Red
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 Red
Brick Curved, 3 x 1 with 1/3 Inverted Cutout Brick Curved, 3 x...
Part #: 70681 Bright Light Orange
Technic Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole and 1 x 2 Plate Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 73109 Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Axle Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 73230 Black
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 73825 Bright Light Orange
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Round Hollow Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 76959 Black
Brick Curved 2 x 1 with Inverted Cutout Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 78666 Red
Bracket 5 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Bottom Stud Holder Bracket 5 x 2 x 1...
Part #: 79180 Black
Plate Angled 2 x 2 with Step and Hole in Center Plate Angled 2 x ...
Part #: 79846 Dark Bluish Gray
Large Figure Cover 4 x 3 x 2 with Bar, 4 Studs, Ridged Large Figure Cove...
Part #: 79896 Red
Plate 2 x 14 Plate 2 x 14
Part #: 91988 Black
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 7 x 2 2/3 Top Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 92832 Red
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 9 x 4 1/3 Bottom Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 92847 Red
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 4 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 93274 Black
Brick Round 2 x 2 Truncated Cone Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 98100 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Light Blue
Weapon Sai Weapon Sai
Part #: 98139 Pearl Gold
Spoiler 2 x 4 with Handle [Plain] Spoiler 2 x 4 wit...
Part #: 98834 Red
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 99207 Red
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 99563 Bright Light Orange
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10110235 [No Color/Any Color]
This set includes a good selection of Technic pins and specialized plates, useful for MOC builders looking to add articulation and detail to their creations. The Pearl Gold tiles also offer a nice touch of detail.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots (25x) $1.25
Pearl Gold Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (10x) $1.50
Black Plate Special 1 x 2 [Open O Top Clip] (10x) $1.00
Light Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket (6x) $0.90
Black Animal / Creature Body Part, Claw with Clip (6x) $1.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.45

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Larger, more detailed mech variations with added articulation
🚗 Ninjago-themed motorcycles or speeders
🏰 Ninjago fortress or dojo

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Charts Inventory Statistics

114
Unique Parts
317
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
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