How many pieces does the Simba set have?

Set 43247 contains 1,445 pieces across 314 unique part types.

Does the set include minifigures?

No, it's a standalone brick sculpture with no minifigures.

Which colours dominate the model?

Bright light orange, orange, tan and medium nougat together form Simba's coat colouring.

Disney

Young Simba the Lion King

Young Simba from The Lion King takes centre stage in LEGO® Disney set 43247, built as a large display sculpture rather than a scene. Across 1,445 pieces the model forms a detailed lion cub figure with no minifigures involved. This page lists every part in the set, by colour and quantity.

Set number: 43247
Year: 2024
Pieces: 1,445
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Disney
Different parts: 314

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 314

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 (19)

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 ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

A single figure, not a scene

Rather than a diorama with several figures, this set builds one large Simba sculpture. It follows the technique used in recent LEGO® Disney brick sculptures, where fur texture, mane detail and posture emerge from many small, offset pieces rather than flat panels. At 1,445 pieces it sits toward the upper end for sculptures of this type, and takes a fair amount of time and patience to complete. The finished model works as a display piece on a stand or shelf.

Building technique for organic shapes

314 unique part types allow the curved contours of paws, face and ears to read convincingly rather than looking blocky. Many pieces are set at angles or slightly offset from each other, a technique that sets this build apart from LEGO® sets with straight, flat walls. Anyone who has built other LEGO® Disney or LEGO® Icons animal sculptures will recognise the approach. The parts list on this page shows which shapes get used most often to achieve it.

Warm tones for the lion's coat

Bright light orange, orange, tan and medium nougat combine to form Simba's warm coat gradient, from the lighter underside to darker shading along the back. That narrow colour range demands close attention during the build, so each shade lands in the right spot. The parts list on this page shows how often each of the four tones appears and roughly where in the model, which helps when a piece is missing or needs reordering.

For film fans and sculpture collectors

Simba suits both fans of The Lion King and collectors who already own other LEGO® animal sculptures and want to expand the line. Without minifigures or play features, the focus sits squarely on the building process and the finished display piece. The warm coat colours are also useful for other animal builds or custom creations. The full parts list on this page helps you judge the set realistically before buying.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Simba set have?: Set 43247 contains 1,445 pieces across 314 unique part types.
Does the set include minifigures?: No, it's a standalone brick sculpture with no minifigures.
Which colours dominate the model?: Bright light orange, orange, tan and medium nougat together form Simba's coat colouring.