How many pieces does the LEGO Shuttle Expedition (10231-1) have?

The LEGO Shuttle Expedition set (10231-1) contains 1230 pieces. It was released in 2011 as part of the LEGO Creator theme.

How can I find missing parts for LEGO set 10231-1?

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Can I build the LEGO Shuttle Expedition with parts I already have?

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What theme is the LEGO Shuttle Expedition from?

The LEGO Shuttle Expedition (10231-1) belongs to the LEGO Creator theme. You can browse all Creator sets on BrickMissing to find more sets from this theme.

Shuttle Expedition

10231-1 Creator 2011 1230 parts 2.6% catalog rarity Advanced

The LEGO Creator Expert Shuttle Expedition 10231-1 recreates a detailed space mission with its impressive 1230-piece model from 2011. This realistic space shuttle stands 44 cm (17.5") tall and measures 25.5 cm (10") from wing tip to wing tip, showcasing its substantial presence. The design incorporates a detachable fuel tank and booster rockets for a simulated launch sequence. An opening cargo compartment houses a functional crane, ready to deploy the included satellite with its unfolding antenna and solar cell panels. The shuttle also features realistic engines, retractable landing gear, and an opening cockpit with seats for a male astronaut and a female astronaut, complemented by a service crew member and a ground maintenance vehicle for comprehensive play and display.

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Parts Inventory

🧱 1230 parts

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Color	Qty	LEGO price each
Dark Bluish Gray	16×	€0,16 View at LEGO → View
Black	18×	€0,06 View at LEGO → View
White	13×	€0,07 View at LEGO → View
Light Bluish Gray	7×	€0,11 View at LEGO → View
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Black	1×	€2,70 View at LEGO → View
White	2×	Check price → View
White	2×	€0,23 View at LEGO → View
Light Bluish Gray	4×	€0,29 View at LEGO → View
Dark Bluish Gray	3×	€0,07 View at LEGO → View
Dark Orange	24×	Check price → View
Dark Bluish Gray	1×	€0,07 View at LEGO → View

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Catalog rarity

How common are the parts in Shuttle Expedition?

2.6%Low rarity

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6 of 231 recorded part+color combinations appear in 3 or fewer sets in our catalog. This does not measure replacement availability or price.

Theme average

2.3%

All sets

6.7%

Least common in our catalog

Sticker Sheet for Set 10231-1 · Unknown · only this set in our catalogBrick Round Corner 4 x 4 Full Brick · Dark Orange · 2 sets in our catalogWindscreen 10 x 6 x 2 Curved · Dark Orange · 2 sets in our catalog

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