How many pieces does the Sonic the Hedgehog set have?

Set 40627 has 139 pieces, 48 of them distinct.

Does the set include a minifigure?

No, instead of a minifigure it builds one large Brickheadz figure of Sonic.

Which line is this set part of?

It's part of the Brickheadz line, released in 2023.

Brickheadz

Sonic the Hedgehog

Sonic the Hedgehog is a 2023 Brickheadz set with 139 pieces and 48 distinct parts, and no traditional minifigure. Blue, tan, bright light yellow and white bring the well-known Sega character to life in the blocky Brickheadz style.

Set number: 40627
Year: 2023
Pieces: 139
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Brickheadz
Different parts: 48

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 48

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.

Description

A game character in Brickheadz form

Brickheadz sets translate familiar characters from films, shows or games into a compact, blocky format with an oversized head and a small body. Sonic the Hedgehog applies that format to the well-known Sega character, using 139 pieces and 48 distinct parts to do it. Rather than a traditional minifigure, the set centres on a single, self-contained display model suited to a shelf or desk. For fans of the games, it's a compact way to own the character as a collectable rather than a toy. The exact part breakdown is listed on this page's parts list.

Blue, yellow and white as signature colours

Blue, tan, bright light yellow and white draw directly on the character's familiar colour scheme: blue for the body, bright light yellow for the distinctive eyes, and tan and white for supporting details. With 48 distinct parts, this palette is spread across a fair number of small elements, which fits the level of detail typical of the Brickheadz style. The strong blue in particular keeps the figure instantly recognisable, even from a distance. The precise colour breakdown is available in the parts list on this page.

A compact build without a minifigure

Without a traditional minifigure, the whole set is dedicated to building the one larger figure. At 139 pieces, it's manageable to finish in a single sitting, while the 48 distinct parts keep the process varied enough to avoid feeling repetitive. That makes it a solid choice for a short, self-contained building session, including as an introduction to the Brickheadz line for newer builders. The result is a single collectable piece rather than a set with several separate build stages.

Parts for other character projects

The blue, tan, bright light yellow and white parts are useful beyond this one figure, for anyone experimenting with their own Brickheadz builds or adding to other character sets. With 48 distinct elements, the parts list offers a solid range of shapes and colours for that kind of project. Builders who already own other Brickheadz figures can mix these parts in to design their own characters. The full breakdown on this page makes it easy to search for specific pieces.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Sonic the Hedgehog set have?: Set 40627 has 139 pieces, 48 of them distinct.
Does the set include a minifigure?: No, instead of a minifigure it builds one large Brickheadz figure of Sonic.
Which line is this set part of?: It's part of the Brickheadz line, released in 2023.