How many pieces does the LEGO Mindstorms NXT (8527-1) have?

The LEGO Mindstorms NXT set (8527-1) contains 579 pieces. It was released in 2006 as part of the LEGO Mindstorms theme.

How can I find missing parts for LEGO set 8527-1?

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Can I build the LEGO Mindstorms NXT with parts I already have?

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What theme is the LEGO Mindstorms NXT from?

The LEGO Mindstorms NXT (8527-1) belongs to the LEGO Mindstorms theme. You can browse all Mindstorms sets on BrickMissing to find more sets from this theme.

Mindstorms NXT

8527-1 Mindstorms 2006 579 parts 11.2% repair risk Intermediate

The LEGO Mindstorms NXT (8527-1) marked a shift in robotics in 2006, centered on the NXT Intelligent Brick. This 'brain' incorporates a 32-bit microprocessor, significant memory, and USB 2.0 with Bluetooth connectivity. Builders construct models using LEGO Technic elements, enabling robots in humanoid, vehicle, and animal forms to follow instructions. The set features ultrasonic, sound, light, and touch sensors for environmental interaction. Motion comes from three Interactive Servo motors, each with rotation sensors for speed alignment. Robots accept commands wirelessly from a mobile phone via Bluetooth, showcasing the system's control. Components connect via Technic pins and axles.

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Parts Inventory

🧱 579 parts

Part	Color	Qty	LEGO price each
Technic Axle Towball 2736	Light Bluish Gray	2×	€0,13 View at LEGO → View
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780	Black	80×	Check price → View
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I] 2905	Black	4×	Check price → View
Technic Link 1 x 6 with Stoppers 32005b	Dark Gray	3×	Check price → View
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick 32009	Dark Bluish Gray	6×	€0,39 View at LEGO → View
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 32013	Black	4×	€0,08 View at LEGO → View
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90° 32014	Black	16×	€0,22 View at LEGO → View
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° 32034	Black	2×	€0,11 View at LEGO → View
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole 32039	Black	4×	Check price → View
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] 32054	Black	8×	Check price → View
Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062	Black	22×	€0,07 View at LEGO → View
Technic Knob Wheel 32072	Black	4×	€0,27 View at LEGO → View

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Repairability

Can you fix Mindstorms NXT if a piece goes missing?

11.2%Moderate repair risk

easy to fixguard this box

10 of the 89 part+color combinations in this set appear in 3 or fewer sets ever made. Lose one of those and a replacement is very hard to find.

Theme average

8.4%

All sets

6.7%

Hardest to replace

Playmat, Test Mat for Mindstorms NXT · Unknown · only this setCD-Rom, for 8527 Mindstorms NXT v1.0 · Unknown · only this setSticker Sheet for Set 8527-1 · Unknown · only this set

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