Galaxy Explorer

10497-1 Icons 2022 1254 parts 5.1% Advanced

Celebrate 90 years of LEGO creations with the iconic Galaxy Explorer (10497). This nostalgic project for adults is a bigger, detailed tribute to the classic 497 set from 1979. Craft its blended delta wing configuration, 3 retractable landing legs, and opening rear doors with a retractable ramp for the rover. The ship's interior is fully equipped for all 4 astronauts, featuring seats, a living quarters with 2 beds, computers, and storage compartments. Explore every detail of this premium buildable model and embark on an immersive journey through space.

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Parts Inventory

🧱 1254 parts

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Catalog rarity

How common are the parts in Galaxy Explorer?

5.1%Moderate rarity
more commonless common

15 of 292 recorded part+color combinations appear in 3 or fewer sets in our catalog. This does not measure replacement availability or price.

Theme average

5%

All sets

6.7%

Least common in our catalog

Brick 1 x 6 · Blue · only this set in our catalogTile 2 x 2 · White · only this set in our catalogTile 2 x 2 · White · only this set in our catalog
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Build DNA

Parts inventory insights for Galaxy Explorer

1,254 pieces puts this build -40% against the average Icons set and +117% against the average 2022 release.

LEGO Icons

Vs average Icons set

-40%-834 parts
This set1,254
Average set2,088

Average Icons set: 2,088 pieces across 90 other sets.

Vs average 2022 set

+117%+675 parts
This set1,254
Average set579

Average 2022 set: 579 pieces across 467 other sets.

Color profile

11different colors

Dominant color

Light Bluish Gray

Light Bluish Gray515x
41%
Blue285x
23%
White132x
11%
Black110x
9%

Unique parts

5.8 pieces per unique type

215

Repeat factor

Average pieces per unique type.

6x

Most used part

Slope 30? 1 x 2 x 2/3

Slope 30? 1 x 2 x 2/353x

Results are based on official LEGO part inventories. Accuracy improves as you confirm set completeness.

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