Escape the Elves!
With 334 pieces of Barrel Mayhem

Recreate the thrilling Barrel Escape scene from The Hobbit with 5 minifigures. A must-have for fans of Middle-earth adventures!

🏛 The Hobbit
Set #79004

Barrel Escape

Barrel Escape is a charming recreation of a pivotal scene from The Hobbit.

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Who it's for
Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Perfect for Hobbit fans and LEGO enthusiasts aged 8+, offering a fun and engaging build experience.
Build
334 pieces · about 3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$39.99 list price · 12.0¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 232 ratings

Fans appreciate the detailed minifigures and the accurate recreation of the barrel escape scene. Some find the set a bit small for the price, but overall it's considered a fun and worthwhile addition to The Hobbit collection.

📝 Our Take

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Barrel Escape is a charming recreation of a pivotal scene from The Hobbit. This set perfectly captures the chaotic river escape with its detailed barrel design and fun play features, bringing the adventure to life.

This set is perfect for fans of The Hobbit and LEGO collectors looking for a unique display piece. The build is engaging, not too challenging, and the inclusion of multiple minifigures adds significant play and display value.

Skip this if you're primarily interested in large-scale, highly complex builds. While fun, this set is relatively small; consider larger sets from The Lord of the Rings theme for a more challenging project.

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🧱 Building Experience

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334
Pieces
⏱
3.0h
Estimated Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
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8-14
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Recreates the iconic barrel escape scene from The Hobbit
  • Features a winding river design with launching function
  • Incorporates clever use of log pieces to simulate the barrels
  • Includes five detailed minifigures to enhance playability

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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
Barrel Escape offers moderate investment potential due to its status as a retired set from The Hobbit theme. While not as iconic as some other licensed sets, its reasonable piece count and the inclusion of several minifigures contribute to its collectibility. The set's value will likely appreciate gradually over time, especially if The Hobbit trilogy maintains its popularity. However, the lack of highly exclusive or rare elements may limit significant price spikes. Consider acquiring this set at a reasonable price to maximize potential returns.

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📖 About This Set

Help the Dwarves escape from The Elvenking’s wine cellar dungeon!

 

Help! The Mirkwood™ Elves have locked the Dwarves in The Elvenking’s palace dungeon! Use the Ring to imagine Bilbo Baggins™ is invisible to the guards, then steal their dungeon key to free the Dwarves! Hide the Dwarves inside of the barrel elements and trigger the barrel roll function to start escaping! As the barrels roll down the ramp with the Dwarves inside, bust the dungeon door open with the breakout function lever! Keep holding the magical Ring to imagine Bilbo Baggins is invisible as he pushes the Dwarves out of the palace and back onto their epic journey. Includes Bilbo Baggins and 4 minifigures exclusive to this building set: Gloin the Dwarf, Oin the Dwarf, Mirkwood Elf Chief and Mirkwood Elf Guard, all with assorted accessories and weapons.

•Includes 5 minifigures: Bilbo Baggins™, Gloin the Dwarf, Oin the Dwarf, Mirkwood™ Elf Chief and Mirkwood™ Elf Guard, all with assorted weapons
•Wine cellar dungeon features spiral staircase, double dungeon door with breakout function, wine barrel rack with rolling barrel function, 2 small barrels, table and stool
•Accessories include the Ring, the golden dungeon key, a letter, 2 wine glasses, 6 bottles, wine bottle rack, torch with flame element, cask and 2 barrels
•Weapons include: staff, spear, bow, 2 golden swords, double-headed axe and single axe
•Roll the Dwarves to freedom with the barrel roll function!
•Steal the golden dungeon key from the guards!
•Open the prison door with the breakout function!
•Wine cellar dungeon measures over 2” (5cm) high, 15” (39cm) wide and 2” (6cm) deep
•Table measures over 0.5” (2cm) high, 2” (5cm) wide and 1” (3cm) long

 

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other sets in The Hobbit theme, Barrel Escape provides a unique play experience with its launching function and river setting. While smaller than sets like 'An Unexpected Gathering' (79003-1), it offers a more focused recreation of a specific scene. Collectors might choose this set for its distinctive design and the inclusion of key characters from the story.

5 Minifigures Included

The set includes five minifigures, featuring Bilbo Baggins, Gloin the Dwarf, Oin the Dwarf, and two Mirkwood Elves. The Mirkwood Elf Chief and Guard are unique to this set, adding to its collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
334
Parts cataloged in this inventory
93 unique parts, 313 pieces
Minifigures
5

The official piece count includes the 21 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Weapon Sword Small Weapon Sword Small
Part #: 10053 1× Flat Silver
Minifig Ring 1 x 1 Minifig Ring 1 x 1
Part #: 11010 1× Chrome Gold
Weapon Sword (Elven Warrior) Weapon Sword (Elv...
Part #: 11156 2× Pearl Gold
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 12825 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thin Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 15207 5× Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 3× Tan
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 12× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 4× Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Blocked Open Studs and Bottom Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454a 2× Tan
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2476a 1× Dark Tan
Barrel 2 x 2 x 2 Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Part #: 2489 3× Dark Brown
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 1× Tan
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 7× Tan
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 9× Tan
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 1× Tan
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 1× Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 3× Tan
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 19× Tan
Barrel 4 x 4 x 3.5 Barrel 4 x 4 x 3.5
Part #: 30139 3× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 3× Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 3× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 3× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 12× Dark Tan
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Clip [Thick U Clip] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30237a 7× Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 1× Dark Tan
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 1× Dark Tan
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 5× Dark Tan
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 2× Dark Tan
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Reddish Brown
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3039 3× Tan
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b 6× Tan
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 2× Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 13× Dark Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Letter with Script and Seal Print Tile 1 x 2 with L...
Part #: 3069bpr0055 1× White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32014 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Goblet Large Equipment Goblet ...
Part #: 33061 2× Trans-Green
Brick Arch 1 x 6 x 2 - Thick Top with Reinforced Underside Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 3307 2× Tan
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 6× Tan
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 4× Tan
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 2× Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 3× Tan
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 2× Reddish Brown
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 1× Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 3× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 3× Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 2× Red
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747b 1× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b 4× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 2× Dark Tan
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 1× Reddish Brown
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Upper] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3830 4× Reddish Brown
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Lower] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3831 4× Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 3× Dark Tan
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted [Radar] Dish 4 x 4 Invert...
Part #: 3960 1× Reddish Brown
Stairs Spiral Step Stairs Spiral Step
Part #: 40243 8× Dark Bluish Gray
Support 1 x 1 x 5 1/3 Spiral Staircase Axle Support 1 x 1 x 5...
Part #: 40244 1× Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 2× Dark Brown
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 2× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 1× Black
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 1× Reddish Brown
Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 4274 2× Blue
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Tap 1 x 1 without Hole in Spout Tap 1 x 1 without...
Part #: 4599b 2× Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 2× Tan
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a 1× Tan
Weapon Axe Head, Clip-on (Viking) [Thick Clip] Weapon Axe Head, ...
Part #: 53454 3× Speckle Black-Silver
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 2× Reddish Brown
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 2× Trans-Orange
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 8× Reddish Brown
Door Frame 1 x 4 x 6 Type 2 Door Frame 1 x 4 ...
Part #: 60596 4× Black
Door 1 x 4 x 6 Barred with Stud Handle Door 1 x 4 x 6 Ba...
Part #: 60621 2× Light Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 4 x 5 with Arched Window Panel 1 x 4 x 5 w...
Part #: 60808 2× Tan
Brick Arch 1 x 12 x 3 Brick Arch 1 x 12...
Part #: 6108 2× Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 10 Brick 1 x 10
Part #: 6111 1× Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 6× Pearl Gold
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Key Equipment Key
Part #: 62808 1× Pearl Gold
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 2× Light Bluish Gray
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 1× Reddish Brown
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 3× Dark Brown
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 2× Trans-Neon Orange
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 3 with Stud Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 6587 4× Dark Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 2× Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 2× Dark Tan
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 1× Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 8× Tan
Bar 5L with Handle (Friction Ram) Bar 5L with Handl...
Part #: 87618 1× Black
Bar 3L Bar 3L
Part #: 87994 1× Reddish Brown
Weapon Pike / Spear Elaborate with Pearl Light Gray Tip Weapon Pike / Spe...
Part #: 90391pr0001 1× Reddish Brown
Door Grill 1 x 4 x 6 Door Grill 1 x 4 x 6
Part #: 92589 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [Original Version] Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 92946 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 6 Raised Arch Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 92950 2× Tan
Weapon Bow and Arrow Long Weapon Bow and Ar...
Part #: 93231 1× Reddish Brown
Equipment Bottle Equipment Bottle
Part #: 95228 6× Trans-Brown
Brick and Axle Separator v2.0 Brick and Axle Se...
Part #: 96874 1× Orange
The set features a good selection of tan and reddish-brown elements, useful for creating natural environments and structures. The large quantity of Tan Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade pieces are particularly valuable for MOC builders looking to add texture and detail.

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💎 Notable Parts

Tan Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (19x) $3.80
Reddish Brown Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (12x) $1.80
Dark Bluish Gray Stairs Spiral Step (8x) $2.40
Trans-Brown Equipment Bottle (6x) $3.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$11.00

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the river scene with additional landscaping and foliage.
🏰 Create a Mirkwood Elf outpost or fortress.
🏙 Design a riverside village with custom buildings.

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Brick Box appreciates the detailed minifigures and playability of the LEGO Hobbit Barrel Escape set, mentioning the barrel roll and breakout functions. The Lego Brick highlights the exclusive dwarf minifigures and many accessories as major selling points, though they consider the set to be only okay overall.

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BlockTalk AI Summary

Brick Box appreciates the detailed minifigures and playability of the LEGO Hobbit Barrel Escape set, mentioning the barrel roll and breakout functions. The Lego Brick highlights the exclusive dwarf minifigures and many accessories as major selling points, though they consider the set to be only okay overall.

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📖 Building Instructions 2

Barrel Escape Instructions
BI 3017 / 80+4 - 65/115g 79004 V29
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Barrel Escape Instructions
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Charts Inventory Statistics

93
Unique Parts
334
Official Piece Count
313
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
5
Minifigures
15
Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 21 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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