Nitro Menace

8649-1 Racers 2005 622 parts 14.5% Intermediate

Unleash the power of the Nitro Menace (8649-1)! This incredible LEGO Racers vehicle from 2005 is built for speed, boasting a gigantic oversized engine that dominates its profile. Gaze upon the dazzling chrome accents and sizzling hot decals that make this machine look like the fastest LEGO Racer ever created, even when it's simply parked. The Nitro Menace isn't just for show; it includes a realistic steering function for dynamic play or display. Measuring an impressive 14 inches (36 cm) long, this detailed and exciting model is a standout addition to any dedicated racer collection. Prepare for thrilling action and stunning looks with the Nitro Menace!

Parts Inventory

🧱 622 parts
PartQty
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove

Tile 1 x 4 with Groove

2431

€0,12
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Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs]

Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs]

2444

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Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud]

Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud]

2654

€0,07
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Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots

2780

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Plate 2 x 2

Plate 2 x 2

3022

€0,10
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Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Blocked Open Stud, Bottom Axle Holder

Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Blocked Open Stud, Bottom Axle Holder

30367b

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Fairing 1 x 4 Side Flaring Intake with Two Pins

Fairing 1 x 4 Side Flaring Intake with Two Pins

30647

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Technic Pin 3/4

Technic Pin 3/4

32002

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Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick

Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick

32009

€0,39
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Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

32013

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Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

32013

€0,08
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Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1

32013

€0,08
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Repairability

Can you fix Nitro Menace if a piece goes missing?

14.5%High repair risk
easy to fixguard this box

18 of the 124 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

8.6%

All sets

6.7%

Hardest to replace

Brick Round 2 x 2 Dome Top, Blocked Open… · Black · only this setFairing 1 x 4 Side Flaring Intake · Pearl Light Gray · only this setTechnic Beam 1 x 6 Thin · Lime · only this set
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Build DNA

Parts inventory insights for Nitro Menace

622 pieces puts this build +191% against the average Racers set and +85% against the average 2005 release.

LEGORACERS

Vs average Racers set

+191%+408 parts
This set622
Average set214

Average Racers set: 214 pieces across 195 other sets.

Vs average 2005 set

+85%+286 parts
This set622
Average set336

Average 2005 set: 336 pieces across 194 other sets.

Color profile

13different colors

Dominant color

Black

Black91x
84%
Red7x
6%
Pearl Light Gray4x
4%
Dark Bluish Gray4x
4%

Unique parts

1.2 pieces per unique type

90

Repeat factor

Average pieces per unique type.

1x

Most used part

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots83x

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

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