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Set 40498 Christmas Penguin
Christmas

Christmas Penguin

Christmas Penguin is a seasonal build that puts a festive spin on a classic penguin figure. Set 40498 has 244 pieces, no minifigures, and adds to the line of small seasonal LEGO® builds released each Christmas. The full parts list, covering all 81 unique parts, is listed further down this page.

Set number
40498
Year
2021
Pieces
244
Minifigures
0
Theme
Christmas
Different parts
81
What can I build with it?

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Parts list 81

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Spare parts (17)

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

Description

One penguin, one focused build

Unlike many BrickHeadz sets that pack two figures into a single box, this set builds a single penguin figure. That gives the project more focus on one detailed model rather than spreading 244 pieces across two smaller builds. Festive touches such as a hat or scarf most likely provide the seasonal link, while the base shape stays clearly recognisable as a penguin. It works well as a small piece of Christmas decor alongside other seasonal builds.

Black and white with festive green

The colour choice follows a penguin's natural black-and-white markings, with green and yellow added as festive accent colours, likely used for accessories or the stand. That combination ties the animal subject to the Christmas season without leaning entirely on the classic red-and-green pairing. With 81 unique parts, there's enough variety to clearly separate the feathers, beak and festive extras from one another. Every colour and shape is broken down in the parts list on this page.

Quick to build, seasonal to display

Because it builds a single figure rather than several, this set finishes noticeably faster than other BrickHeadz-style sets with a similar piece count. That makes it a good small project for the run-up to Christmas, including as a build to do together with children. With no minifigures, the focus stays entirely on the figure itself, which then slots neatly into an existing brick-built Christmas display or stands on its own as a seasonal collectible.

One figure, more detail per part

Because all 81 parts go into a single figure rather than two, the level of detail is noticeably higher than in a typical two-figure BrickHeadz set, showing up in touches like the wings, feet or winter accessories. Collectors who already own other Christmas builds can add the penguin without any mismatch, since the stand shape and building style match the rest of the seasonal line. The full parts list on this page shows exactly where each of the 81 shapes and colours is used.

FAQ

How many pieces does set 40498 have?
It has 244 pieces across 81 unique parts.
Does the set include one figure or several?
It includes a single penguin figure, unlike many BrickHeadz sets that pack two figures into one box.
What colours define the model?
Mainly black and white for the penguin's markings, with green and yellow as festive accents.

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