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Set 31174 Retro Telephone
Creator 3-in-1

Retro Telephone

The Creator 3-in-1 Retro Telephone recreates a classic rotary-dial phone in plastic bricks, complete with a coiled cord and a handset that rests on its cradle. Built from 383 pieces across 96 unique parts, it's a display-friendly model rather than a playset. Like every 3-in-1 set, the same parts hide two further builds beyond the phone.

Set number
31174
Year
2025
Pieces
383
Minifigures
0
Theme
Creator 3-in-1
Different parts
96
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 96

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (14)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

A working dial

The standout feature of this build is a dial that actually turns, echoing the rotary phones found on desks and hallway tables decades before touchscreens existed. The handset sits loose in its cradle and the cord is built from flexible brick sections that can be arranged in a curve rather than a straight line. Small hinge and dial elements bring more movement to the model than you'd expect from a phone with no electronics inside it, which is part of what makes it satisfying to fiddle with once the build is finished and sitting on a shelf.

Size and build time

At 383 pieces spread across 96 unique parts, this sits comfortably in the medium size bracket for Creator sets and suits a single sitting rather than a multi-day project. The part count keeps the instructions varied without tipping into a long, repetitive build, which makes it a good option for a relaxed weekend afternoon. If you're comparing this set to others before buying, or checking which elements you already own from previous sets, the parts list on this page breaks down exactly what's inside the box.

A muted, technical palette

Bright light blue, light bluish grey, white and dark bluish grey give the phone its cool, office-equipment look rather than a bright toy colour scheme aimed at younger builders. The blue carries the body and handset, while the grey tones handle the dial, cord and smaller fittings around the base. It's a restrained combination that reads as a genuine desk object once built, which is why sets like this tend to end up on a shelf or windowsill rather than in a toy box.

Two more builds from the same box

Because this is a 3-in-1 set, the 383 pieces aren't limited to a single outcome: the alternate instructions turn the same parts into different objects once you're done with the phone. That makes the set worth a look for anyone who likes squeezing more than one project out of a single box rather than building once and shelving it for good. Checking the parts list here first can help you judge which of the three builds suits the pieces and colours you'd rather keep on display.

FAQ

How many pieces does set 31174 have?
The Retro Telephone set contains 383 pieces across 96 unique parts.
Does the set include any minifigures?
No, it's a display model with no minifigures included.
Can I build something other than a phone with this set?
Yes, it's a Creator 3-in-1 set, so the same pieces can be rebuilt into two alternative models using the extra instructions.

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