How many pieces does Lucky Cat 40813 have?

The set contains 280 pieces across 110 unique elements, and no minifigures are included.

What does the model represent?

It depicts the Maneki-Neko, the waving good-luck cat found throughout East Asian shops and homes, built as a display piece with a moving paw.

Which series does this set belong to?

Lucky Cat is part of LEGO®'s Chinese Traditional Festivals line, making it a fitting seasonal gift or collectable display piece.

Chinese Traditional Festivals

Lucky Cat

Lucky Cat 40813 is a display model from LEGO®'s Chinese Traditional Festivals line, built from 280 pieces with no minifigures included. The set reproduces the classic waving-cat figurine as a buildable ornament with a moving paw. Below you'll find the full parts list along with the facts behind the design.

Set number: 40813
Year: 2024
Pieces: 280
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Chinese Traditional Festivals
Different parts: 110

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 110

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 (11)

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

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 2 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

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Description

A figure with centuries of meaning

The waving cat, known as Maneki-Neko in its country of origin, is one of the most recognisable good-luck charms in East Asian culture. Shopkeepers and restaurant owners traditionally display the figure near an entrance, its raised paw said to beckon customers and fortune alike. LEGO®'s 40813 brings that tradition into brick form as part of a wider series celebrating Chinese festivals, sitting alongside sets built around chrysanthemums and lanterns. Anyone familiar with the original figurine will recognise the seated pose and the bell-trimmed collar straight away.

A paw that actually moves

A hand-turned crank tucked underneath the model swings the raised paw back and forth, recreating the gesture the original figurine is famous for. That small mechanical touch turns the set into more than a static ornament and gives builders a hands-on look at how a few gears and a crank produce repeated motion. Once assembled, the model sits securely on its base, and the paw can be set swinging again at any time, making it a display piece with a bit of interaction built in.

Colours and part count

The 280 pieces lean heavily on white, red, Medium Azure and tan, a palette that echoes traditional ceramic versions of the figure and gives the finished build a calm, friendly look. Among the 110 unique elements are large moulded pieces that shape the cat's body alongside smaller bricks used for the eyes, ears and collar detail. The parts list on this page breaks every element down by colour and quantity, which makes it straightforward to check off pieces or order a replacement later.

Who this set suits

At 280 pieces, Lucky Cat sits among the smaller display models and can realistically be finished in a single sitting, no prior experience with larger builds required. It appeals to anyone drawn to seasonal collectables, feng-shui-inspired décor or simply an unusual desk ornament, and its compact size makes it an easy gift. With no minifigures included, the focus stays firmly on the build itself and the finished figure rather than any scene or play feature.

FAQ

How many pieces does Lucky Cat 40813 have?: The set contains 280 pieces across 110 unique elements, and no minifigures are included.
What does the model represent?: It depicts the Maneki-Neko, the waving good-luck cat found throughout East Asian shops and homes, built as a display piece with a moving paw.
Which series does this set belong to?: Lucky Cat is part of LEGO®'s Chinese Traditional Festivals line, making it a fitting seasonal gift or collectable display piece.

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