How many pieces are in the Police Boat?

Police Boat contains 172 pieces.

What age is the Police Boat recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 5-12.

When was the Police Boat released?

Police Boat was released in 2011.

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🏛 Police

Set #7287

Police Boat

The Police Boat is a solid addition to any LEGO City police force.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 5+ · Beginner build Ideal for younger LEGO enthusiasts and those new to LEGO building.
Build: 172 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $39.99 list price · 23.3¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 109 ratings

Fans appreciate the classic LEGO City police theme and the playability of the boat. Some find the design basic and the price somewhat high for the piece count, but overall it's considered a solid addition to a LEGO City collection.

$39.99

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📝 Our Take

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The Police Boat is a solid addition to any LEGO City police force. This set provides a fun, accessible build with a good balance of playability and display appeal, making it a great choice for younger LEGO enthusiasts.

This set is perfect for children aged 5-12 who enjoy playing cops and robbers. The boat design is sturdy enough for active play, and the inclusion of three minifigures enhances the role-playing possibilities. It's a quick build, ideal for an afternoon project.

Skip this if you're an advanced builder looking for a challenging project. The build is relatively simple and may not offer enough complexity for experienced LEGO fans. Consider larger LEGO City sets with more intricate designs and higher piece counts instead.

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172

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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5-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward building techniques.
Focus on playability and durability.
Easy to follow instructions.
Incorporates a small, functional jail cell on the boat.

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The 7287-1 Police Boat set is a retired LEGO City set from 2011. While the initial MSRP was $39.99, its current value is around $86. Given its age and the enduring popularity of the LEGO City theme, this set has moderate investment potential. However, its relatively low piece count and lack of exclusive elements limit its potential for significant appreciation. The stable price trend suggests it will likely maintain its value but may not see substantial gains.

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📖 About This Set

Catch the robbers by sea on the Police Boat!

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3 Minifigures Included

Policeman, Black Suit with Badge, White Hat, Yellow Life Vest, Cheek Lines and Brown Eyebrows

5 parts

Policeman, Black Jacket with Zipper, Radio, Badge, and 'POLICE' on Back, White Cap, Yellow Life Vest

5 parts

Criminal, Open Light Bluish Gray Jacket over Prison Shirt, Black Hat, Gold Tooth

4 parts

The set includes three minifigures: two policemen and a criminal. The policemen have different torsos and headgear, while the criminal features a gold tooth, adding a bit of character.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 172
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 77 unique parts, 160 pieces
Minifigures: 3

LEGO counts 172 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 174, including the 14 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. 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.

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 12825 4× White

Wing, Tail 4 x 1 x 3

Part #: 2340 2× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Blue

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Trans-Dark Blue

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2432 3× Blue

Helmet, Standard

Part #: 2446 1× White

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 2× Black

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Blue

Antenna 8H Whip

Part #: 2569 2× Black

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 2577 2× White

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Trans-Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Yellow

Handlebars

Part #: 30031 1× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Blue

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 3× Black

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 30090 1× Trans-Light Blue

Equipment Binoculars

Part #: 30162 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 30237b 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Green

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× White

Equipment Flotati...

Part #: 30340 2× Yellow

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 1× White

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363 1× Blue

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30367b 1× Black

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30565 2× White

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 3× White

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× Yellow

Fence Lattice 1 x...

Part #: 3185 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2

Part #: 3308 2× White

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Yellow

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× White

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× White

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Red

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Yellow

Minifig Neckwear ...

Part #: 3838 1× Yellow

Equipment Radio [...

Part #: 3962b 1× Black

Seat / Chair 2 x ...

Part #: 4079b 1× Yellow

Plate Special 8 x...

Part #: 4151b 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4175 2× Black

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43713 1× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 43719 1× Red

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460b 4× White

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 1× White

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 2× Black

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Red

Boat Hull 51 x 12...

Part #: 54100 1× Blue

Boat Deck 51 x 12...

Part #: 54101 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Trans-Yellow

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Black

Minifig Footwear ...

Part #: 59275 2× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61252 3× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 2× Red

Equipment Handcuffs

Part #: 61482 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 1 x 4 x 3 [En...

Part #: 62113 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Windscreen 3 x 6 ...

Part #: 62360 1× Trans-Light Blue

Windscreen 5 x 8 x 2

Part #: 62576 1× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Blue

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 1× Black

Brick Curved 10 x...

Part #: 85970 4× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 5× White

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 87082 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 88072 3× Black

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 92099 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 93163 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set provides a good selection of white and blue bricks, useful for building nautical-themed MOCs. The curved white bricks are particularly useful for shaping the hull of the boat.