
Twin Spin Helicopter
Twin Spin Helicopter is a 2016 LEGO Creator 3-in-1 set that rebuilds into three different vehicles. With 326 pieces and 121 unique parts, the main build is a twin-rotor helicopter, with no minifigures included in any version. Black, blue, white and light grey give all three models a consistent, sporty look.
- Set number
- 31049
- Year
- 2016
- Pieces
- 326
- Minifigures
- 0
- Theme
- Creator 3-in-1
- Different parts
- 121
Parts list 121
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Technic Link Tread with Beveled Edge
× 32
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Plate 1 × 2
× 9
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Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced
× 8
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Plate 1 × 4
× 8
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Brick Sloped 30° 1 × 2 × 2/3
× 8
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Tile Special 1 × 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
× 7
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Technic Plate 2 × 4 [3 Holes]
× 7
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Plate 2 × 10
× 7
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Tile Special 1 × 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
× 6
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Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots
No longer produced · last seen 2021
× 6
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Plate 2 × 3
× 6
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Technic Brick 1 × 2 [1 Pin Hole]
× 6
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Tile 1 × 8 with Groove
× 6
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Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise
× 5
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Technic Brick 1 × 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin
× 4
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Plate 2 × 6
× 4
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Plate Round 2 × 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening)
× 4
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Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
× 4
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Wheel 8 × 6
No longer produced · last seen 2017
× 4
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Brick Curved 2 × 4 × 1 1/3
No longer produced · last seen 2022
× 4
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 4
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Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel
× 4
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Brick Curved 2 × 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow]
× 4
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Helicopter Landing Ski 1 × 6 with Pin Hole
× 4
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Plate Special 1 × 2 with Pin Hole Underneath
× 4
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Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation]
× 4
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Tyre 14 × 4 Smooth Small Single [New Style]
× 4
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Brick Sloped 65° 2 × 1 × 2
No longer produced · last seen 2016
× 4
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Brick 1 × 2
× 3
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Brick 1 × 4
× 3
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Plate 1 × 2
× 3
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Technic Axle 4
× 3
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Plate 1 × 4
× 3
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Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 2L Axle
× 3
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Plate 2 × 2 Corner
× 2
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Plate 2 × 2 Corner
× 2
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Plate Special 1 × 4 with Wheels Holder
× 2
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Brick 1 × 2
No longer produced · last seen 2024
× 2
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Brick 1 × 1
× 2
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Brick 1 × 6
× 2
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Brick Sloped 45° 2 × 4
No longer produced · last seen 2016
× 2
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Brick Sloped 45° 2 × 2
× 2
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Brick 1 × 2 without Bottom Tube
× 2
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Plate 1 × 6
× 2
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Technic Axle 6
× 2
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Plate 1 × 4
× 2
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Plate 1 × 4
No longer produced · last seen 2024
× 2
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Technic Bush
× 2
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Technic Axle 3
× 2
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 2
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Bracket 1 × 2 - 1 × 4 [Rounded Corners]
No longer produced · last seen 2019
× 2
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Technic Gear 8 Tooth [Reinforced]
× 2
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Brick Wedged, Sloped 45° 2 × 2 Corner
No longer produced · last seen 2019
× 2
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Tile Special Round 2 × 2 with Hole
× 2
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Plate Special 1 × 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper)
× 2
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Brick Round 2 × 2, Pin Holes
× 2
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Brick Special 1 × 2 × 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side
× 2
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Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Axle
× 2
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Plate Round Corner 3 × 3
× 2
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Brick Round 2 × 2 × 2 Robot Body, Axle Holder '+' Orientation
No longer produced · last seen 2024
× 2
No part matches this colour selection.
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Spare parts (12)
These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.
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Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots
No longer produced · last seen 2021
× 1
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Technic Link Tread with Beveled Edge
× 1
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Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced
× 1
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Technic Bush
× 1
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Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
× 1
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 1
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 1
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 1
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Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud
× 1
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Brick Sloped 30° 1 × 1 × 2/3 (Cheese Slope)
× 1
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Brick Sloped 30° 1 × 1 × 2/3 (Cheese Slope)
No longer produced · last seen 2024
× 1
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Tile Round 1 × 1
× 1
Alternative models
A 3-in-1 set: the official LEGO® building instructions contain three models you can build from the same parts. View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗
What can I build with it?Description
A helicopter with two rotors
The main build features a helicopter with two counter-rotating rotors, a layout used on real transport and rescue helicopters but seen less often in LEGO sets, which usually favour a single main rotor. Skids instead of wheels, a glazed cabin and side doors all add to the realistic feel. With no minifigure included, the focus stays firmly on the vehicle's shape and its unusual twin-rotor mechanism, rarely seen in a set of this size. This layout also shows how differently aircraft can be engineered compared with a typical single-rotor helicopter.
Three models, one part set
326 pieces and 121 unique parts can be rebuilt, according to the instructions, into three versions: the twin-rotor helicopter, a seaplane and a catamaran-style boat. Since all three share the same parts, switching between them means rebuilding almost from scratch each time, which adds real replay value beyond the first build. Anyone wanting to try all three effectively builds the set three times, each with a different focus on mechanics and shape. Each version comes with its own full set of instructions, so no prior experience with the other builds is needed.
Colours and parts
Black and blue form the structure across all three vehicles, white adds detailing to the cabin and hull, and light grey covers technical elements such as rotor blades and undercarriage. This consistent colour scheme keeps all three versions visually related despite their very different shapes and functions. The parts list on this page covers all 121 unique elements by colour, useful for tracking down blue or white pieces for other vehicle projects. Anyone hunting blue or grey pieces for other vehicle projects will find plenty here too.
Who it suits
Twin Spin Helicopter suits Creator fans who enjoy getting several models out of one box rather than being finished after a single build. With no minifigures, the focus stays on vehicle mechanics and the enjoyment of rebuilding rather than roleplay scenes. It also makes a good gift for technically minded builders who like experimenting and starting over with the same parts. It also works well as an introduction to rebuilding models, a core idea behind the Creator 3-in-1 range.
FAQ
- How many pieces does set 31049 have?
- The set has 326 pieces across 121 unique parts and includes no minifigure.
- What models can it be rebuilt into?
- According to the instructions, a twin-rotor helicopter, a seaplane, and a catamaran-style boat.
- Can all three models be built at the same time?
- No, all three versions share the same parts, so only one model exists at a time.



