What is the Buildable Brick Box 2x2?

A set that recreates an oversized 2x2 LEGO brick, which opens on a hinge to double as a storage box.

How many pieces and colours does it use?

203 pieces with 51 unique elements, mostly in black, red, blue and green.

Does it come with a minifigure?

Yes, one minifigure is included, though the build itself is the main focus of the set.

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Buildable Brick Box 2x2

The Buildable Brick Box 2x2 (40118) is both a build and a storage box shaped like a giant LEGO brick. This 2014 set uses 203 pieces and one minifigure to create a hinged 2x2 brick you can use to store other sets afterwards. The full parts list with every colour is below.

Set number: 40118
Year: 2014
Pieces: 203
Minifigures: 1
Theme: Other
Different parts: 51

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 51

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (6)

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

Minifigures 1

Man, Blue Overalls over White V-Neck Shirt, Red Cap, Open Mouth fig-0011434 pieces × 1

Description

Storage disguised as a brick

Rather than depicting a vehicle or scene, this set recreates a single oversized 2x2 brick, complete with the studs on top. Built from 203 pieces, the shell opens on a hinge, turning what looks like a static brick into a functional box. That combination of a proper build and a working storage compartment makes it stand apart from most themed sets, which end as static display models rather than everyday objects. The footprint roughly matches a real 2x2 brick scaled up dramatically, so the proportions stay recognisable even once the model is finished.

A classic colour palette

Across its 51 unique elements, the set leans on classic LEGO primary colours: black, red, blue and green make up most of the shell. That gives the finished brick a playful, toy-box look rather than the muted palettes typical of licensed sets. If you're after spares in these colours, or simply curious what's inside, the parts list on this page breaks down every piece and colour used. The clear colour blocking also makes the build a handy way to introduce younger builders to sorting by colour and shape.

One minifigure, plenty of storage

A single minifigure comes with the set, a small addition on top of the main build. It works well perched on the finished box or folded into a wider minifigure collection, though the construction itself is clearly the focus here rather than the figure. That's a different balance from most sets, where the minifigures usually drive the play value. The figure itself keeps a plain look, so it doesn't distract from the brick-shaped build it comes with.

Built to be used, not just displayed

Once built, the Brick Box keeps earning its shelf space: it's a genuinely usable container for spare bricks, minifigures or other small LEGO pieces, not just a one-off build. Collectors will also appreciate it as an unusual display piece, a single brick blown up to shoebox scale. With 203 pieces, it's a manageable build for a single evening rather than a multi-day project. That combination of a quick build and lasting everyday use is unusual for a set of this size.

FAQ

What is the Buildable Brick Box 2x2?: A set that recreates an oversized 2x2 LEGO brick, which opens on a hinge to double as a storage box.
How many pieces and colours does it use?: 203 pieces with 51 unique elements, mostly in black, red, blue and green.
Does it come with a minifigure?: Yes, one minifigure is included, though the build itself is the main focus of the set.

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