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Set 487 Space Cruiser
Space Classic Space

LEGO® Space Cruiser

The Space Cruiser (487-1) is a Classic Space spacecraft from 1979 with 172 pieces and two minifigures. Its parts list shows how much ship fits into a small set.

Set number
487
Year
1979
Pieces
172
Minifigures
2
Theme
Classic Space
Different parts
69
What can I build with it?

Parts list 69

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Minifigures 2

Description

A spaceship for two

This set belongs to Classic Space and shows a ship meant for a small crew. At 172 pieces and two minifigures it is just right for a quiet evening of building. Its 56 distinct parts reveal that the shape comes from many different specialist elements rather than simply stacked standard bricks. That gives the vehicle a clear silhouette which holds its own beside other sets from the period and looks convincing on a shelf.

Blue, light grey, white and yellow glass

Blue and light grey carry the craft, white brightens the surfaces, and trans-yellow forms the cockpit. That is how spaceflight looked in the early world of LEGO®. Set the model beside other sets from the range and the overall picture feels consistent. For your own conversions these colours are practical too, because they combine easily with newer light grey and blue shades without the difference jumping out at once. That keeps displays tidy.

Play, display, rebuild

The cruiser is light enough to swoosh across a table and detailed enough to look good on a shelf. The two figures stand for a pilot and a companion, and that is all you need to invent a small mission. If you enjoy tinkering, you can change the wings or the cockpit and test new shapes. This works well because the build is open and many parts can be swapped for others.

From your own collection

Want to know whether the cruiser is hiding in your boxes? Use the “What can I build?” tool on this page and compare your parts with the list. With 56 distinct parts the result is less certain than for very simple sets, but that is exactly why the comparison is worthwhile. Missing specialist pieces can be bought individually, guided by the list further down. Browse the colours first to see how well your own stock fits. That saves time and avoids duplicate purchases.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Space Cruiser have?
It has 172 pieces, 56 of them distinct, and includes two minifigures.
Is there a set with the same parts?
Yes, the Space Transporter (924-1) has the same piece count and main colours according to the catalogue.
Which colours dominate?
Blue, light grey, white and trans-yellow.

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