How many pieces are in the King's Carriage Ambush?

King's Carriage Ambush contains 285 pieces.

What age is the King's Carriage Ambush recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6-12.

When was the King's Carriage Ambush released?

King's Carriage Ambush was released in 2011.

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🏛 Kingdoms

Set #7188

King's Carriage Ambush

Name: King's Carriage Ambush
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 7188-1

King's Carriage Ambush is a classic LEGO Kingdoms set that captures the medieval spirit.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for younger LEGO fans and those new to the Kingdoms theme. ⏱ 1 hr build 🧩 285 pcs 🎂 Ages 6+

★★★☆☆ 3.9 from 6 reviews

Fans appreciate the set's classic castle theme and the inclusion of the King minifigure. Criticisms focus on the set's simplicity and relatively small size for the price, but overall it's considered a solid entry in the Kingdoms line.

MSRP

$39.99

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📝 Our Take

King's Carriage Ambush is a classic LEGO Kingdoms set that captures the medieval spirit. With its detailed carriage, ambush scene, and four minifigures, it offers a fun and engaging play experience that evokes a sense of adventure and conflict between the Lion Knights and Dragon Knights.

This set is perfect for LEGO castle enthusiasts and younger builders looking for an accessible entry into the Kingdoms theme. The build is relatively straightforward and offers a good balance of building and play, with plenty of opportunities for imaginative storytelling.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex or challenging build experience, or if you already own many sets from the Kingdoms theme. Consider sets like 7946-1 King's Castle or 70404-1 King's Castle for a larger-scale castle experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩

285

Pieces

⏱

Build Time

📊

Beginner

Difficulty

👤

6-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and enjoyable build process.
The carriage design is sturdy and well-detailed.
The ambush scene adds a dynamic element to the play experience.
Great for imaginative play and storytelling.

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable

Investment Grade

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The King's Carriage Ambush set, while not the most spectacular in the Kingdoms line, holds some investment potential due to its manageable size, complete play scenario, and the inclusion of a King minifigure. The Kingdoms theme has a dedicated following, and well-maintained, complete sets tend to appreciate over time. However, its smaller piece count and wider availability compared to larger sets mean appreciation may be more gradual. Investment is moderate, with good potential for returns if kept in excellent condition.

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📖 About This Set

The royal treasure is under attack!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to larger Kingdoms sets like the King's Castle, this set offers a smaller, more focused play experience. It's a good alternative for those who want a taste of the Kingdoms theme without a large investment. Consider 7947-1 Prison Tower Rescue for a similar scale set with different play features.

4 Minifigures Included

King, Lion King

5 parts

Dragon Knight, Dark Green, Wide Brim Helmet, Gold Tooth

4 parts

B+

Dragon Knight, Dark Green, Helmet, Angry

4 parts

B+

Lion Knight, Wide Brim Helmet, Cheek Lines / Scared

4 parts

B+

The set includes a Lion King minifigure, which is a desirable figure for collectors. The Dragon Knights add conflict and play value, making the minifigure selection a highlight.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 85 unique parts • 249 total pieces

Brick Arch 1 x 5 ...

Part #: 2339 6× Dark Brown

Equipment Goblet ...

Part #: 2343 1× Pearl Gold

Plant, Leaves 6 x 5

Part #: 2417 6× Dark Green

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Black

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2508 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 8× White

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 30044 1× Reddish Brown

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 30046 1× Black

Part #: 30136 2× Dark Brown

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Green

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Red

Plant, Round 1 x ...

Part #: 30176 1× Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Red

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Dark Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237a 2× Black

Insect, Spider

Part #: 30238 1× Black

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× White

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 2× Green

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 6× Dark Brown

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30565 2× Dark Tan

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 11× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Reddish Brown

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245b 2× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 1× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32530 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel Wagon Huge ...

Part #: 33211 2× Pearl Gold

Wheel Wagon Giant...

Part #: 33212 2× Pearl Gold

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 6× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 10× Reddish Brown

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 7× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 8× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Red

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 5× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747b 2× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Black

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0001 2× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Halberd / Axe

Part #: 3848 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 2× White

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 7× Reddish Brown

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Seat / Chair 2 x ...

Part #: 4079b 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460b 4× Reddish Brown

Animal, Horse, Mo...

Part #: 4493c01pr0010 2× White

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 2× Red

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 2× Pearl Gold

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 4497 1× Pearl Titanium

Treasure Chest Bo...

Part #: 4738b 1× Reddish Brown

Treasure Chest Li...

Part #: 4739a 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Black

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 4× Pearl Gold

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 4× White

Weapon Axe Head, ...

Part #: 53705 1× Pearl Titanium

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Reddish Brown

Weapon Sword / Gr...

Part #: 59 1× Chrome Silver

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470a 2× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 6183 2× White

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6232 8× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 63082 1× Black

Animal, Fish [Hol...

Part #: 64648 1× Flat Silver

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 2× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× White

Brick Wedged 2 x ...

Part #: 87620 2× Red

Equipment Whip - ...

Part #: 88704 1× Reddish Brown

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 89522 2× Pearl Light Gray

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 89524 2× Metallic Gold

Insect Accessory,...

Part #: 90981 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 1× White

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 92950 1× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 92950 2× White

Equipment Bottle

Part #: 95228 1× Trans-Brown

The set contains a useful selection of reddish-brown elements, ideal for castle-themed MOCs. The dark green foliage pieces are also valuable for creating natural landscapes.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Reddish Brown Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (11x) $0.55

Reddish Brown Plate 1 x 3 (10x) $0.40

Dark Green Plant, Leaves 6 x 5 (6x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$2.45

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modify the carriage into a supply wagon.

🏰 Use the parts to create a small outpost.

🌳 Expand the ambush scene with more foliage.

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BlockTalk AI

LEGOSupremePlease gives a positive review, focusing on the King's minifigure, specifically noting the crown helmet and chrome sword. The carriage's red coloring, gold accents, and golden wheels are also highlighted as positives.

Lego Kingdoms 7188 King's Carriage Ambush Review

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What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

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Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

1 video

Lego Kingdoms 7188 King's Carriage Ambush Review

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📖 Building Instructions 2

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

249

Total Pieces

Minifigures

Inventory Version: 1

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📝 Our Take

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🧱 Building Experience

📈 Investment Analysis

📖 About This Set

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

4 Minifigures Included

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 85 unique parts • 249 total pieces

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

💡 MOC Potential

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