Smash into Action!
With the Fangpyre Wrecking Ball

Relive the Ninjago battles from 2012 with this classic 415-piece set. Featuring 3 minifigures and awesome details like a swinging wrecking ball and biting snake head!

🏛 Ninjago
Set #9457

Fangpyre Wrecking Ball

The Fangpyre Wrecking Ball is a standout set from the early Ninjago era.

🏆 Best For: Ninjago enthusiasts and builders aged 9-14 who enjoy action-oriented sets ⏱ 3 hr build 🧩 415 pcs 🎂 Ages 8+
★★★☆☆ 3.8 from 2 reviews

Fans appreciate the unique wrecking ball design and the inclusion of the Fangdam minifigure. Some criticisms include the repetitive nature of building the treads and the set's overall size relative to its price.

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📝 Our Take

The Fangpyre Wrecking Ball is a standout set from the early Ninjago era. Its unique construction and play features, combined with the iconic snake villains, make it a memorable addition to any Ninjago collection.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans and those who appreciate creative builds. The wrecking ball mechanism offers interactive play, and the set looks great on display alongside other Ninjago vehicles and structures.

Skip this if you're only interested in the latest Ninjago subthemes. While this set is a classic, newer Ninjago sets offer more advanced building techniques and modern minifigure designs.

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🧱 Building Experience

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415
Pieces
3h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
👤
8-14
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • The Technic construction of the wrecking ball crane is engaging.
  • The snake head design is creatively integrated into the vehicle.
  • The use of lime green and dark purple adds visual appeal.
  • The play features, like the wrecking ball and venomous tail, enhance the fun.

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Fangpyre Wrecking Ball has shown consistent price appreciation since its retirement. As an early Ninjago set featuring popular characters and a unique design, it holds strong appeal for collectors. The rising price trend suggests continued growth, although fluctuations in the LEGO market are always a factor. Owning complete sets with boxes and instructions will yield the best returns.

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📖 About This Set

Rescue Lloyd and defeat the fearsome Fangpyre Wrecking Ball!

Lloyd Garmadon will stop at nothing to retrieve the golden Fangpyre staff from its slithery servants. Unfortunately for him, Fangdam activated the snakes Fangpyre Wrecking Ball crane to teach him a lesson. Can Lloyd still swipe the staff with Cole’s help? You decide! Watch out for the swinging ball, biting snake head and venomous tail! Includes Kendo Cole, Lloyd Garmadon and Fangdam minifigures, Fangpyre Wrecking Ball crane, golden Fangpyre staff and 2 weapons.

  • Includes 3 minifigures: Kendo Cole, Lloyd Garmadon and Fangdam
  • Features golden Fangpyre snake staff, free-swinging wrecking ball, functioning winch, flexible snake tail, biting snake head, working treads and opening cockpit
  • Weapons include: golden double-bladed axe, lightning bolt axe and 2 mini-snakes
  • Swing the Fangpyre Wrecking Ball!
  • Raise and lower the Fangpyre Wrecking Ball with the winch!
  • Open the cockpit for play inside!
  • Measures over 11” (30cm) long and 7” (18cm) wide

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Ninjago sets of the time, the Fangpyre Wrecking Ball offers a unique combination of vehicle and play feature. Sets like 9446-1 Destiny's Bounty offer a larger build experience, but the Wrecking Ball stands out for its distinctive design and villainous theme. If you prefer a more heroic vehicle, consider 9442-1 Jay's Storm Fighter.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes three minifigures: the exclusive Fangdam, Lloyd Garmadon, and Kendo Cole. Fangdam's unique snake features make him a desirable addition to any Ninjago villain collection.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 121 unique parts • 401 total pieces

Slope Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 11153 12× Lime
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Black
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2444 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2476a White
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Red
Technic Disc 3 x 3 Technic Disc 3 x 3
Part #: 2723 Black
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 26× Black
Technic Turntable Large Type 1 Top, 56 Tooth Technic Turntable...
Part #: 2855 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Turntable Large Type 1 Base, 56 Tooth Technic Turntable...
Part #: 2856 Black
Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 Yellow
Brick Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pins and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 30000 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Lime
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Yellow
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Lime
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Orange
Brick 2 x 8 Brick 2 x 8
Part #: 3007 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Lime
Box / Crate with Handholds 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 Box / Crate with ...
Part #: 30150 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Tan
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Clear
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Trans-Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30236 Black
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 Black
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Black
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Black
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 30364 Black
Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Blocked Open Stud, Bottom Axle Holder Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 30367b Dark Purple
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Black
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Pearl Gold
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Reddish Brown
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Lime
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Lime
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Dark Green
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Trans-Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Trans-Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Print Tile 1 x 2 with R...
Part #: 3069bpr0101 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 14 [13 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32018 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 14× Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064b White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Toggle Joint Smooth Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32126 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Bent (4 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32348 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Ball Joint Technic Ball Joint
Part #: 32474 Red
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32530 Black
Technic Brick 4 x 6 with 2 x 4 Opening Technic Brick 4 x...
Part #: 32531 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Black
Fence Lattice 1 x 4 x 1 Fence Lattice 1 x...
Part #: 3633 Lime
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Lime
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Yellow
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Gear Rack 1 x 4 Technic Gear Rack...
Part #: 3743 Black
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b Yellow
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Lime
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Tan
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Upper] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3830 Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Lower] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3831 Dark Bluish Gray
Animal Body Part / Plant, Tail / Neck / Branch / Trunk, Middle Section with Pin, Round Pin Hole Animal Body Part ...
Part #: 40378 Lime
Animal Body Part / Plant, Tail / Claw / Horn / Branch / Tentacle, End Section Animal Body Part ...
Part #: 40379 Lime
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 Black
Wheel 11 x 8 with Center Groove Wheel 11 x 8 with...
Part #: 42610 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Blue
Slope Inverted 34° 3 x 1 with Internal Stopper Slope Inverted 34...
Part #: 4287b Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 Blue
Wedge Curved 6 x 4 Triple Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 43712 10× Dark Green
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On End, without Groove Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44301b Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers On End, with Groove, 9 Teeth Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44302a Yellow
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers On End, with Groove, 9 Teeth Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 44302a Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Lime
Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [First Wave Right] Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...
Part #: 4495b Red
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 Light Bluish Gray
Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 Door Cupboard 2 x 3 x ...
Part #: 4533 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 45677 Black
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Rotation Joint Ball Loop with Two Perpendicular Pins with Friction Technic Rotation ...
Part #: 47455 Black
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin Hole, Rotation Joint Socket Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 48169 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin Hole, Rotation Joint Ball Half [Vertical Side] Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 48171 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Tan
Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Gap in Clip] Bar 1L with Clip ...
Part #: 48729b Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Curved 4 x 3 Recessed Back with Opening, Two Studs [Plain] Wedge Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 50948 Lime
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Flat Silver
Weapon Axe Head, Clip-on (Viking) [Thin Clip] Weapon Axe Head, ...
Part #: 53705 Pearl Gold
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Red
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Purple
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Lime
Technic Tread Sprocket Wheel Small 6 Tooth Technic Tread Spr...
Part #: 57520 Black
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 Light Bluish Gray
Chain 16L [21 Links] Chain 16L [21 Links]
Part #: 60169 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 12× Dark Purple
Slope Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges] Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 61678 Red
Wheel Arch, Mudguard, 1 1/2 x 6 x 1 [Arch Extended] Wheel Arch, Mudgu...
Part #: 62361 Lime
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Red
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 Reddish Brown
Support 1 x 6 x 5 Girder Rectangular Support 1 x 6 x 5...
Part #: 64448 Black
Support 1 x 6 x 10 Girder Triangular Support 1 x 6 x 1...
Part #: 64449 Black
Roll Cage 6 x 4 x 3 1/3 Roll Cage 6 x 4 x...
Part #: 64450 Black
Wheel Hard Plastic with Small Cleats and Flanges Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 64712 Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 Blue
Wave / Flame Rounded Large with Marbled Dark Purple Pattern Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 85959pat0005 Trans-Purple
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 Dark Bluish Gray
Aircraft Fuselage Curved Forward 6 x 10 Bottom Aircraft Fuselage...
Part #: 87611 Black
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 87747 White
Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced Technic Link Trea...
Part #: 88323 50× Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 2/3 No Studs, with Bottom Tubes Slope Brick Curve...
Part #: 88930 Lime
Cupboard 2 x 3 x 2 with Hollow Studs Cupboard 2 x 3 x ...
Part #: 92410 Lime
Bar 1L with Top Stud and Two Side Studs Bar 1L with Top S...
Part #: 92690 Pearl Gold
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [Original Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 92946 Lime
Weapon Staff (Snake) Weapon Staff (Snake)
Part #: 98134 Pearl Gold
Animal, Snake with Straight Tail Animal, Snake wit...
Part #: 98136 Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Red
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Fangpyre Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0003 Trans-Red
Weapon Scythe / Crescent Blade Serrated with Bar Weapon Scythe / C...
Part #: 98141 Dark Purple
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 75894 [No Color/Any Color]
The set contains a generous supply of Dark Bluish Gray Technic Link Treads, useful for creating vehicle tracks and other mechanical structures. The lime green slopes and dark purple plates add unique color accents to MOC builds.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced (50x) $7.50
Lime Slope Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] (12x) $1.80
Dark Purple Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (12x) $2.40
Dark Green Wedge Curved 6 x 4 Triple (10x) $3.00
Black Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers On End, with Groove, 9 Teeth (6x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$16.20

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Convert it into a post-apocalyptic vehicle with added armor and weaponry.
🤖 Use the parts to build a snake-themed mech.
🏙 Incorporate the crane structure into a construction site diorama.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

121
Unique Parts
401
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
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