How big is Container Lorry 1525?

It has 154 pieces in 47 part types and includes one minifigure.

What year is it from?

The set came out in 1986 in the Classic Town range.

Can I mix the parts with other sets?

Yes, the stud system is compatible, so the bricks combine with newer sets.

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LEGO® Container Lorry

Container Lorry 1525 was released in 1986 in the Classic Town range. It has 154 pieces and one minifigure for the cab.

Set number: 1525
Year: 1986
Pieces: 154
Minifigures: 1
Theme: Classic Town
Different parts: 52

What can I build with it?

Parts list 52

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Minifigures 1

Man, Blue Overalls, Red Cap (3626a Head) fig-0002214 pieces × 1

Description

Freight for the town

A lorry with a container stands for logistics: goods arrive at the harbour or depot and get driven on. This set recreates that scene. One vehicle, one container and one driver are enough to tell the story of a small haulage firm. Since only 154 pieces are used, the build is quick, and the rest of the afternoon is free for playing, loading and rearranging the yard to your taste. If you own several vehicles you can stage a small fleet with a workshop and storage area.

Yellow, black and light grey

The colours recall classic commercial vehicles. Yellow and black dominate the lorry, blue brings accents, and light grey adds a calmer surface that suits containers or load beds. Together they give a businesslike look that sits comfortably next to other vehicles from the eighties. If you want to start a small haulage depot, this is a good first step, and it can be extended later with extra trailers or other trucks.

Build and variety

The 154 pieces are spread over 47 part types. That means quite a few special elements are included, which make the lorry more than a heap of bricks: wheels, axles and connectors between cab and load. The build stays varied without being hard. Younger builders in particular can put the model together on their own and then drive it around straight away. The set also shows clearly how a vehicle is made of separate assemblies that you can change one by one if you decide to rebuild later.

Checking and reusing parts

The parts list on this page shows each type with colour and quantity. It helps when you check a second-hand copy or want to buy particular pieces. The “What can I build?” tool tells you which other sets you can make from what you own. Wheels, plates and yellow basic bricks are needed in many other vehicles, so adding this set to your collection on the site is worthwhile. That way you keep track of what you own.

FAQ

How big is Container Lorry 1525?: It has 154 pieces in 47 part types and includes one minifigure.
What year is it from?: The set came out in 1986 in the Classic Town range.
Can I mix the parts with other sets?: Yes, the stud system is compatible, so the bricks combine with newer sets.

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