How many pieces does the LEGO Drone Search for Mythical Mew (72161-1) have?

The LEGO Drone Search for Mythical Mew set (72161-1) contains 429 pieces. It was released in 2026 as part of the LEGO Pokémon theme.

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What theme is the LEGO Drone Search for Mythical Mew from?

The LEGO Drone Search for Mythical Mew (72161-1) belongs to the LEGO Pokémon theme. You can browse all Pokémon sets on BrickMissing to find more sets from this theme.

Drone Search for Mythical Mew

72161-1 Pokémon 2026 429 parts 3.8% catalog rarity Intermediate

The LEGO Pokémon 72161-1 Drone Search for Mythical Mew launches Trainers into an aerial quest for one of the most elusive Pokémon. Builders assemble a detailed search drone, complete with posable rotor blades connected via Technic pins, ready to scan the environment. This 429-piece set depicts the exciting hunt to locate Mythical Mew, an iconic Pokémon known for its rarity. The included Mew figure can be hidden within a small, rocky outcrop or nestled amongst brick-built foliage, awaiting discovery. Designed for dynamic play, the drone features a rotating camera element, simulating an active search operation. As a SMART Play™ Compatible set, it integrates seamlessly with SMART Bricks from All-in-One sets, unlocking interactive responses and expanding the adventure. The finished model creates a compelling scene for display, showcasing the pursuit of this legendary creature.

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72161-1

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Parts Inventory

🧱 429 parts

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Color	Qty	LEGO price each
Black	4×	€0,11 View at LEGO → View
Black	1×	€0,10 View at LEGO → View
Black	1×	€0,18 View at LEGO → View
Black	4×	€0,36 View at LEGO → View
Black	1×	€0,15 View at LEGO → View
Black	2×	€0,33 View at LEGO → View
Black	3×	€0,16 View at LEGO → View
Black	2×	€0,13 View at LEGO → View
Black	2×	€0,05 View at LEGO → View
Black	1×	€0,06 View at LEGO → View
Black	4×	€0,10 View at LEGO → View
Black	4×	€0,06 View at LEGO → View

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Catalog rarity

How common are the parts in Drone Search for Mythical Mew?

3.8%Low rarity

more commonless common

6 of 156 recorded part+color combinations appear in 3 or fewer sets in our catalog. This does not measure replacement availability or price.

Theme average

All sets

6.7%

Least common in our catalog

Plant, Pumpkin · Bright Green · only this set in our catalogPlant, Sunflower 2 x 2 · Reddish Brown · only this set in our catalogBrick Round Corner 5 x 5 x 1 Curved, Bot… · Red · only this set in our catalog

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Build DNA

Parts inventory insights for Drone Search for Mythical Mew

429 pieces puts this build -58% against the average Pokémon set and -42% against the average 2026 release.

LEGOPOKÉMON

Vs average Pokémon set

-58%-596 parts

This set429

Average set1,025

Average Pokémon set: 1,025 pieces across 21 other sets.

Vs average 2026 set

-42%-317 parts

This set429

Average set746

Average 2026 set: 746 pieces across 517 other sets.

Color profile

16different colors

Dominant color

Black

Black107x

28%

Tan69x

18%

Red39x

10%

White39x

10%

Unique parts

3.1 pieces per unique type

127

Repeat factor

Average pieces per unique type.

Most used part

Plate 1 x 2

23x

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

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