Dive into Naboo!
With the Gungan Sub

Relive the Phantom Menace with this classic 2012 set, featuring Queen Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Jar Jar Binks!

🏛 Star Wars
Set #9499

Gungan Sub

The Gungan Sub is an iconic vehicle from a memorable Star Wars episode.

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Who it's for
Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Perfect for Star Wars enthusiasts and LEGO builders of all ages who enjoy recreating iconic vehicles from the prequel trilogy.
Build
465 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$69.99 list price · 15.1¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 262 ratings

Fans appreciate the unique design of the Gungan Sub and the inclusion of key characters, but some find the color scheme less appealing and the interior space limited. The Jar Jar Binks minifigure is a highlight, but the overall build experience receives mixed reviews.

MSRP
$69.99
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$62.99
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📝 Our Take

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The Gungan Sub is an iconic vehicle from a memorable Star Wars episode. Recreated in LEGO form, this set captures the unique aquatic design of the Gungan vessel with its bulbous shape and vibrant color scheme, bringing a key piece of the Phantom Menace to your collection.

This set is perfect for Star Wars fans who appreciate the prequel trilogy and its unique designs. With a moderate piece count, the build offers an engaging experience without being overly complex, making it suitable for both younger and older builders who want a great display piece.

Skip this if you prefer Original Trilogy sets or dislike the Episode I aesthetic. If you're looking for a more classic Star Wars vehicle, consider sets like the X-Wing or Millennium Falcon for a more familiar building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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465
Pieces
⏱
4.5h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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8-14
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Unique shaping techniques to capture the Gungan Sub's organic design
  • Creative use of slopes and curved elements to achieve the smooth, rounded exterior
  • Incorporation of trans-orange elements to simulate the sub's lighting
  • Display stand included for showcasing the completed model

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↑ Trending up since release
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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
The Gungan Sub (9499-1) presents a moderately attractive investment opportunity, driven by its status as a retired Star Wars set. The set's value has been steadily increasing, reflecting the enduring popularity of the Star Wars theme and the limited availability of this particular model. While the prequel trilogy may not be as universally loved as the original trilogy, it still holds a significant fanbase, which supports demand for sets like this one. However, the investment potential is somewhat tempered by the set's initial reception, which was mixed, and its relatively high price compared to its piece count. Investors should be aware that the market for prequel-era sets can be more volatile than for sets based on the original films.

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📖 About This Set

Navigate the underwater world of Naboo with the Gungan Sub!

Jar Jar Binks guides his friends Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn through the watery core of planet Naboo in the elegant Gungan Sub. Built to resemble some of the many creatures that inhabit the underwater world, the Gungan Sub features a large cockpit, cargo bays, storage boxes, rotating tail propulsion, missiles and even a mini-sub with harpoon. Includes Queen Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn and Jar Jar Binks.

• Includes Queen Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn and Jar Jar Binks
• Features opening cockpit, 2 cargo holds, 2 cargo containers, rotating tail, 4 flick missiles, detachable mini-sub with harpoon and 2 Lightsabers
• Detach the mini-sub!
• Fire the missiles!
• Rotate Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi minifigure heads to reveal decoration with underwater breathing devices!
• Gungan Sub measures over 16" (43cm) long and 10" (27cm) wide

 

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The Gungan Sub offers a unique design compared to typical Star Wars spacecraft, appealing to collectors interested in more unusual vehicles. While sets like the X-Wing or Millennium Falcon are more iconic, the Gungan Sub stands out for its distinct aesthetic from Episode I. Its value lies in its rarity and the appeal to fans of the prequel trilogy, making it a worthwhile addition for those seeking a more diverse Star Wars collection.

4 Minifigures Included

The set includes four minifigures: Jar Jar Binks, Padme Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Qui-Gon Jinn. Jar Jar Binks is exclusive to this set, making it a desirable addition for minifigure collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
465
Parts cataloged in this inventory
113 unique parts, 449 pieces
Minifigures
4

LEGO counts 465 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 466, including the 17 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 12825 4× Blue
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thin Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 15207 2× Tan
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 3 x 1 Double with 2 Blocked Open Studs Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 18759 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 6× Orange
Wedge Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners Wedge Plate 3 x 6...
Part #: 2419 2× Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners Wedge Plate 3 x 6...
Part #: 2419 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 2× Blue
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 2× Light Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2432 2× Blue
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 3 x 3...
Part #: 2450 6× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 2× Blue
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2458 4× Tan
Brick Special 1 x 4 with Groove Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2653 6× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 9× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 4× Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pin Holes Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2817 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 11× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 2× Blue
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 4× Blue
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Spear Gun with Rounded Trigger and Thin Spear Base Weapon Spear Gun ...
Part #: 30088 1× Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 4× Blue
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 5× Blue
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 5× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 5× Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 14× Trans-Orange
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 2× White
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Rock Arctic Globe, Top Rock Arctic Globe...
Part #: 30286 1× Trans-Orange
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 1× Tan
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 2× Light Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 3 with 2 Clips [Thick U Clips] Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 30350c 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 6 x 12 Left Wedge Plate 6 x 1...
Part #: 30355 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 6 x 12 Right Wedge Plate 6 x 1...
Part #: 30356 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical End, 9 Teeth Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 30365 2× Light Bluish Gray
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Light Blue
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Bright Green
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3039 6× Blue
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3039 3× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b 4× Blue
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 4× Black
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 30503 6× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 2× Trans-Light Blue
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 2× Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 6× Blue
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 2× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 4× Orange
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 4× Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 3× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 4× Orange
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 8× Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 2× Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3665 2× Blue
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 2× Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3676 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 8 [7 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3702 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 2× Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 7× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747b 18× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747b 2× Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b 4× Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 2× Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 1× Trans-Yellow
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 2× Blue
Windscreen 8 x 6 x 2 Curved Windscreen 8 x 6 ...
Part #: 41751 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Wedged, Angled 4 x 2 Right Brick Wedged, Ang...
Part #: 41767 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Wedged, Angled 4 x 2 Left Brick Wedged, Ang...
Part #: 41768 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 4× Blue
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 4× Blue
Brick Wedged, Curved Inverted 8 x 6 x 2 Cockpit Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 42021 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved Inverted 6 x 1 Brick Curved Inve...
Part #: 42023 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Wedged, Curved 12 x 3 Right Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 42060 2× Blue
Brick Wedged, Curved 12 x 3 Left Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 42061 2× Blue
Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 1 Brick Sloped 33° ...
Part #: 4286 4× Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 34° 3 x 1 with Internal Stopper Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 4287b 2× Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 1× Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 1× Blue
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 8× Blue
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Two Studs and Curved Slope End Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 47457 1× Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 1× Blue
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 6× Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 52107 8× Black
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Orange
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 2× Trans-Clear
Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Right Wedge Plate 6 x 3...
Part #: 54383 4× Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 6 x 3 Left Wedge Plate 6 x 3...
Part #: 54384 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 8 with Stop Technic Axle 8 wi...
Part #: 55013 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Wheel 43.2 x 26 Technic Racing Small with 6 Pinholes Wheel 43.2 x 26 T...
Part #: 56908 1× Blue
Light Cover 1 x 1 Round with Internal Bar / Bionicle Barraki Eye Light Cover 1 x 1...
Part #: 58176 2× Trans-Medium Blue
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 12× Orange
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60476 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 12 Plate 1 x 12
Part #: 60479 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 65° 2 x 1 x 2 Brick Sloped 65° ...
Part #: 60481 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 with 2L Bar Extension Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 61184 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 8× Trans-Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 8× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Neon Green
Brick Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges] Brick Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 61678 6× Blue
Container Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening Container Box 2 x...
Part #: 61780 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 4 x 4 with 4 Side Pin Holes and Center Axle Hole Brick Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 6222 1× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 2× Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Bottom Ring Weapon Lightsaber...
Part #: 64567 2× Metallic Silver
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 4× Blue
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 8× Black
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 20L / 16cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c20 4× Blue
Brick Curved 10 x 1 [Asymmetric Inside Ridges] Brick Curved 10 x...
Part #: 85970 2× Blue
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 85984 3× Blue
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 2/3 No Studs, with Bottom Tubes Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 88930 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2, Top Clip [Split] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92280 6× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [Original Version] Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 92946 2× Blue
Brick Round 2 x 2 [Grill] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 92947 4× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 4 x 1 Double, No Studs Brick Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93273 3× Blue
Brick Curved 4 x 2 No Studs Brick Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 93606 12× Light Bluish Gray
Boat, Anchor - Two Top Holes Boat, Anchor - Tw...
Part #: 95354 1× Blue
Brick and Axle Separator v2.0 Brick and Axle Se...
Part #: 96874 1× Orange
Windscreen 8 x 6 x 2 1/3 Bubble Canopy with Handle Windscreen 8 x 6 ...
Part #: 98102 3× Trans-Clear
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10646 1× [No Color/Any Color]
The set includes a good selection of Light Bluish Gray and Blue elements, useful for constructing underwater scenes or spaceship hulls. The Trans-Orange plates add a vibrant touch and are great for lighting effects in MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Slope Inverted 33° 3 x 2 (18x) $0.90
Trans-Orange Plate 1 x 2 (14x) $0.70
Orange Cone 1 x 1 (12x) $0.60
Light Bluish Gray Slope Curved 4 x 2 No Studs (12x) $1.20
Light Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille (11x) $1.65
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$5.05

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Deep-sea exploration vessel
🌳 Underwater diorama with coral reefs and aquatic life
🏙 Futuristic submarine for a city under the sea

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

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Emmasaurus states that if you want a Gungan Sub, this is the set to get. They recommend buying the set used or without the Queen Amidala figure to save money because the figure is often sold separately at a high price.

What the Community Says

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BlockTalk AI Summary

Emmasaurus states that if you want a Gungan Sub, this is the set to get. They recommend buying the set used or without the Queen Amidala figure to save money because the figure is often sold separately at a high price.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 4

Gungan Sub Instructions
BI 3017 / 52 - 65g, 9499 V29 2/2
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Gungan Sub Instructions
BI 3017 / 52 - 65g, 9499 V39 2/2
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Gungan Sub Instructions
BI 3017 / 44 - 65g, 9499 V29 1/2
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Gungan Sub Instructions
BI 3017 / 44 - 65g, 9499 V39 1/2
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Charts Inventory Statistics

113
Unique Parts
465
Official Piece Count
449
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
4
Minifigures
17
Spare Parts

LEGO counts 465 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 466, including the 17 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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