How many pieces are in the Fire Hovercraft?

Fire Hovercraft contains 274 pieces.

When was the Fire Hovercraft released?

Fire Hovercraft was released in 2007.

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🏛 Fire

Set #7944

Fire Hovercraft

Fire Hovercraft is an absolute standout from LEGO's classic 2007 City subtheme.

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Who it's for: Beginner build Perfect for younger builders and nostalgic fans of classic 2000s LEGO City sets
Build: 274 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 10.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.4 community rating from 70 ratings

Fans love the unique amphibious design and functional spinning rotors, though some note it feels a bit dated compared to modern City emergency vehicles.

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📝 Our Take

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Fire Hovercraft is an absolute standout from LEGO's classic 2007 City subtheme. Bringing water rescues to the brick world, this unique amphibious vehicle features functional spinning rear fans and lift turbines that capture the spirit of real-world emergency watercraft.

This set is perfect for nostalgic City collectors and fans of classic rescue vehicles. At 274 pieces, it offers a quick, satisfying building experience with great play features like rotating deck hoses and a removable control seat roof.

Skip this if you are strictly modern display-focused or expect complex Technic functions. Modern City sets have evolved considerably, so those looking for advanced building techniques might find it a bit simplistic.

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🧱 Building Experience

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274

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Working rear fans and lift turbines that really spin
Rotating deck hoses for dynamic firefighting play scenarios
Removable control seat roof for easy minifigure access
Hidden knob feature on the deck's storage container

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The 2007 Fire Hovercraft has proven to be a solid performer on the secondary market, steadily climbing to around $100 for complete used or sealed copies. Because hovercrafts are relatively rare in the LEGO City lineup compared to standard fire trucks and boats, this set enjoys unique collector demand. While it doesn't command the ultra-high premiums of licensed themes, its retirement status and nostalgic appeal among 2000s LEGO fans provide consistent growth. Investors should watch out for completeness, as the specialized white wheel holders and printed elements can be tricky to source.

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📖 About This Set

The fire hovercraft is ready to save the day! The hovercraft has wheels for dry land, and can move in any direction -- so you're ready wherever adventures takes you! The firefighters on board have lots of accessories and tools for any rescue situation! Hovercraft measures 11" (28cm) long! Rear fans and lift turbines really spin! Deck hoses rotate to fight fire in all directions! Control seat roof lifts off to seat the captain at the wheel! Turn the knob on the deck's storage container to lift the lid and access more tools! Includes three firefighter minifigures with life preservers and gear!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to traditional fire engines like set 7942 or standard fire boats, the 7944 Fire Hovercraft offers a much rarer vehicle type in LEGO history, making it a prized display piece for emergency vehicle completionists.

3 Minifigures Included

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Fireman, Black Fire Jacket with Reflective Stripes, Radio, and Badge, White Helmet, Yellow Life Vest, Orange Sunglasses

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The set includes three firefighters equipped with classic black jackets featuring reflective stripes, life vests, and distinct facial expressions including stubble, orange sunglasses, and a beard.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 274
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 102 unique parts, 260 pieces
Minifigures: 3

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Flag 2 x 2 Square...

Part #: 2335 1× White

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 2377 2× Red

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 6× White

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 2460 4× Yellow

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2476a 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Yellow

Antenna 8H Whip

Part #: 2569 1× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 1× White

Part #: 30162 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tool Circular Saw

Part #: 30194 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Trans-Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237a 4× Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Yellow

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Propeller 3 Blade...

Part #: 30332 2× Black

Equipment Flotati...

Part #: 30340 2× White

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 30350a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30367b 2× Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 1× Red

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3038 2× Red

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Yellow

Steering Wheel Sm...

Part #: 30663 3× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...

Part #: 3139 12× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 4× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064b 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 32209 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Red

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 1× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 1× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Red

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 1× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 4× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× White

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× White

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× White

Weapon Axe

Part #: 3835 2× Black

Weapon Lance

Part #: 3849 1× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 1× White

Weapon Gun / Torc...

Part #: 3959 1× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Radio [...

Part #: 3962b 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 8× Red

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 2× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 2× Red

Plate Special 8 x...

Part #: 4151b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 8 x 8

Part #: 41539 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 2× Yellow

Part #: 4285b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Boat, Mast 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4289 1× White

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 2× Blue

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 43337 3× Red

Equipment Weapon,...

Part #: 4349 1× Black

Brick Curved 6 x 2

Part #: 44126 2× Red

Technic Axle 7

Part #: 44294 2× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44567a 1× Black

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 44809 2× Light Bluish Gray

Windscreen 4 x 6 ...

Part #: 45406 1× Red

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 4× Yellow

Tap 1 x 1 with Ho...

Part #: 4599a 2× Yellow

Glass for Windscr...

Part #: 46103 1× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 2× White

Wheel 8 x 6

Part #: 4624 12× White

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 2× White

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 48092 8× Red

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 4862 2× Trans-Light Blue

Wheel Holder 2 x ...

Part #: 4870 6× Light Bluish Gray

Engine / Air Scoo...

Part #: 50943 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Red

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 53586 2× Pearl Light Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Dark Blue

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel Wagon Vikin...

Part #: 55817 2× Red

Boat / Hovercraft...

Part #: 57915 1× Black

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 58580 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 6003 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 4× White

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 2× Red

Tool Chainsaw Blade

Part #: 6117 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 2 x 2...

Part #: 6134 1× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Green

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Yellow

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6179 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Red

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 6538b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Red

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 6589 2× Light Bluish Gray

A great collection of classic red and white elements, featuring useful macaroni rounded bricks and functional wheels designed to let the hovercraft roll smoothly on dry land.

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💎 Notable Parts

Red Brick Round Corner 4 x 4 Macaroni Wide with 3 Studs (8x) $4.00

Black Tyre 14 x 4 Smooth Small Single (6x) $1.50

White Wheel Centre Small with Stub Axles (Pulley Wheel) (6x) $2.25

Light Bluish Gray Wheel Holder 2 x 2 Thin with Clips, Plane Single (6x) $1.80

Red Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Clip [Thick U Clip] (4x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$10.55

💡 MOC Potential

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Inventory Statistics

102

Unique Parts

274

Official Piece Count

260

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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