How many pieces are in the Ultra Sonic Raider?

Ultra Sonic Raider contains 622 pieces.

What age is the Ultra Sonic Raider recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-14.

When was the Ultra Sonic Raider released?

Ultra Sonic Raider was released in 2012.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #9449

Ultra Sonic Raider

The Ultra Sonic Raider is a quintessential Ninjago vehicle.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Perfect for Ninjago fans of all ages who enjoy building vehicles with play features
Build: 622 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $79.99 list price · 12.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating

Fans appreciate the Ultra Sonic Raider for its iconic design and playability, particularly the detachable flying vehicle. Some criticize the reliance on stickers and the repetitive nature of building the track system.

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📝 Our Take

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The Ultra Sonic Raider is a quintessential Ninjago vehicle. This set perfectly embodies the spirit of the early Ninjago theme, combining sleek design with robust play features and a generous selection of minifigures.

This set is perfect for Ninjago enthusiasts and vehicle collectors. The build is engaging without being overly complex, making it suitable for both younger builders and adults seeking a nostalgic trip. Displaying the Ultra Sonic Raider evokes the early days of Ninjago adventures.

Skip this if you prefer more complex building techniques or larger-scale models. Consider the newer Ninjago City sets for a more challenging and intricate building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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622

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

Building the all-terrain track system
Integrating the detachable flying vehicle
Assembling the speaker cannons and golden blade wings
Creating a dynamic and versatile vehicle for play or display

📈 Investment Analysis

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Not enough price history for a trend

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Ultra Sonic Raider, released in 2012, benefits from its status as an early and memorable Ninjago set. The theme's enduring popularity contributes to its investment potential. With a decent piece count and a good selection of minifigures, it holds appeal for both collectors and those looking to part out the set. As a retired set, its value is likely to gradually increase, especially if kept in excellent condition with the original box. However, its relatively common availability compared to some limited edition sets may moderate its appreciation.

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📖 About This Set

Track down Pythor and the fang blade with the terrain-defying Ultra Sonic Raider!

In the amazing Ultra Sonic Raider, the Spinjitzu masters spot supreme leader Pythor and his protector Spitta, soldier of the Venomari tribe, taking off with the Fangpyre fang blade. Chase them across everything with the all-terrain tracks or detach the flying vehicle, extend the golden blade wings and take the battle to the skies! If all else fails, crank up the huge speaker cannons and tame the snakes with some ancient snake music. Don't let them get away! Includes 6 minifigures: Cole ZX, Jay ZX, Kai ZX, Zane ZX, Pythor and Spitta. Set includes Ultra Sonic Raider, Fangpyre fang blade with red anti-venom capsule, 4 golden weapons and 5 regular weapons.

• Includes 6 minifigures: Cole ZX, Jay ZX, Kai ZX, Zane ZX, Pythor and Spitta
• Features detachable flying vehicle, extendable ninja blade wings, speaker cannons, opening cockpits, working treads and wheel, front suspension and 2 golden flick missiles
• Also includes Fangpyre fang blade with red anti-venom capsule, all 4 golden Spinjitzu weapons and 5 regular weapons
• Separate the flying vehicle and take to the skies!
• Load up all 4 Spinjitzu masters!
• Throw the snakes into the mobile prison!
• Measures over 12" (32cm) long, 12" (32cm) wide and 4" (10cm) tall

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Ninjago vehicles, the Ultra Sonic Raider stands out for its all-terrain capabilities and detachable flyer. While newer sets may offer more advanced building techniques, this set captures the essence of early Ninjago. Consider the Fire Mech (70615-1) for a larger mech-style build, or the Ninja DB X (70750-1) for a similar vehicle-based play experience. The Ultra Sonic Raider provides a unique blend of vehicle design and minifigure selection.

6 Minifigures Included

Jay ZX with Shoulder Armour

Kai ZX with Shoulder Armour

5 parts

B+

Zane ZX with Shoulder Armour

5 parts

B+

Cole ZX with Shoulder Armor

5 parts

Pythor P. Chumsworth (Purple)

3 parts

A-

The Ultra Sonic Raider includes six minifigures, featuring the core ninja team in their ZX suits and the villainous Pythor and Spitta. These figures are highly desirable for collectors, especially Pythor in his purple form, making this set a minifigure treasure trove.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 622
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 167 unique parts, 596 pieces
Minifigures: 6

The official piece count includes the 26 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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Part #: 2743 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 2× Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 2

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Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Black

Brick 2 x 2 x 3

Part #: 30145 1× White

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 30173b 2× Black

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 30173b 2× Flat Silver

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3035 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3040b 2× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 30553 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3062b 6× Dark Bluish Gray

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Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 1× Black

Technic Axle 12

Part #: 3708 1× Black

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Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

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Plate 2 x 10

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Weapon Lance

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Brick Sloped 33° ...

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Tail Shuttle - Small

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Brick Arch 1 x 3

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Technic Axle 3

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Windscreen 8 x 4 ...

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Wheel 30 x 14

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Technic Axle 9

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Brick Curved 2 x 3

Part #: 6215 2× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 62462 4× White

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Part #: 63869 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 6564 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 1× Light Bluish Gray

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Rubber Belt Small...

Part #: 85543 1× White

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Part #: 87083 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 87747 1× Flat Silver

Animal Body Part,...

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Technic Link Trea...

Part #: 88323 46× Dark Brown

Tyre 94.2 x 22 Mo...

Part #: 88516 2× Black

Wheel 75 x 17 Mot...

Part #: 88517 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Chain 6L [5 Links]

Part #: 92338 1× Pearl Gold

Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 92582 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar 1L with Top S...

Part #: 92690 3× Pearl Gold

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 92907 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 92946 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword Kata...

Part #: 93055 1× Pearl Gold

Weapon Throwing S...

Part #: 93058 2× Pearl Gold

Weapon Mace / Fla...

Part #: 93787 1× Flat Silver

Bar 1 x 8 x 3 - 1...

Part #: 95229 2× Black

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Propeller 1 Blade...

Part #: 98135 6× Pearl Gold

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 6× Trans-Clear

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 8× Pearl Gold

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 3× Trans-Red

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0003 1× Trans-Red

Weapon Sai

Part #: 98139 14× Pearl Gold

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 98313 2× Pearl Titanium

Ring 4 x 4 with 2...

Part #: 98341 2× Pearl Titanium

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 98567 2× Black

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10781 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set offers a good selection of Technic parts, particularly the Dark Brown Technic Link Treads, which are useful for building custom vehicles and machinery. The inclusion of Pearl Gold elements adds a touch of elegance and is valuable for MOC builders seeking unique color accents.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Brown Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced (46x) $13.80

Pearl Gold Weapon Sai (14x) $2.80

Pearl Gold Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium (9x) $2.70

White Dish 3 x 3 Inverted [Radar] (8x) $2.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$21.30

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate all-terrain vehicles or mobile command centers

🚀 Futuristic spacecraft or land speeder

🤖 Transforming mech or battle suit

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos

2.8 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

The original Ultra Sonic Raider (9449) elicits mixed feelings, with one reviewer, Generic Stud, even labeling it the "worst Ninjago set ever" before attempting to improve it. Other reviewers like BrickQueen and Bricks By Mind offer more neutral reviews, focusing on set features and minifigure selection, indicating a lack of strong positive or negative consensus.

I Fixed The Worst Ninjago Set Ever...

Generic Stud • 1.0M views Review

LEGO 9449 Ultra Sonic Raider LEGO Ninjago Review - BrickQueen

BrickQueen • 591.5K views Review

NINJAGO Ultra Sonic Raider LEGO Review Set: 9449

Nightshroud99 / Apollo Rhodes • 232.7K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

2.8 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Generic Stud's comedic approach of either fixing the set or destroying the best one highlights the set's perceived flaws. Reviews from BrickQueen and Nightshroud99/Apollo Rhodes provide standard overviews of the set's components and minifigures without expressing strong opinions, indicating a relatively average reception within the LEGO Ninjago community.

Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

6 videos

I Fixed The Worst Ninjago Set Ever...

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LEGO 9449 Ultra Sonic Raider LEGO Ninjago Review - BrickQueen

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NINJAGO Ultra Sonic Raider LEGO Review Set: 9449

Nightshroud99 / Apollo Rhodes

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Inventory Statistics

167

Unique Parts

622

Official Piece Count

596

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 26 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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