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Set 60048 Police Dog Unit
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Police Dog Unit

Police Dog Unit is a 2014 LEGO® City Police set built around a chase scenario with canine support. It packs 3 minifigures and 132 distinct parts into a 249-piece build, a notably high part variety for a set this size.

Set number
60048
Year
2014
Pieces
249
Minifigures
3
Theme
Police
Different parts
132
What can I build with it?

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Parts list 132

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Spare parts (13)

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

Minifigures 3

Description

A high part count for its size

At 249 pieces, this set is modest in total piece count, yet it uses 132 different parts, a ratio that points to plenty of small, distinct elements rather than large repeated bricks. That combination usually means more detail packed into a compact model, from vehicle trim to equipment pieces for the dog unit. It is the kind of set where the build feels busier than the piece count alone suggests, with something new to spot in almost every step. Extras such as opening doors or light-style elements are typical of City vehicles at this size, giving the build a few functional touches beyond the basic shape.

Built around a chase

Three minifigures give this set a clear play scenario: officers working with a police dog, presumably against at least one other character to chase down. The exact roles only become clear once the model is assembled, but the set is squarely aimed at active play rather than static display. For children who like acting out chase-and-catch stories, the mix of vehicle, dog and multiple figures gives plenty to work with. A police dog, implied by the set's name, likely joins the scene as well, adding an extra layer to the chase beyond the human characters alone.

A restrained grey, white and black palette

The colour list leans on light bluish grey, dark bluish grey, white and black, a standard combination for police vehicles and gear across the City theme. That restraint makes the parts easy to reuse elsewhere, whether for a custom vehicle build or as filler in another City-themed model. Anyone specifically after grey or white plates and panels will find this set a reasonably efficient source. That restrained palette also means the set sits comfortably alongside more colourful City sets on a shelf, without clashing.

Where it sits in the City Police range

With 249 pieces, Police Dog Unit sits in the mid-range of City Police vehicle sets, bigger than a basic patrol car but smaller than a full station. It pairs naturally with other Police or City sets from the same period to build out a larger play scene. The full parts list on this page shows exactly which bricks are included and how they break down by colour. Collectors after vehicle parts or police-themed accessories for their own city scenes will find a modest but usable base here.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures does Police Dog Unit (60048) have?
The set has 249 pieces, including 132 distinct parts, plus 3 minifigures.
What colours make up most of the set?
Mainly light bluish grey, dark bluish grey, white and black, matching typical City Police vehicles.
Does it combine well with other City sets?
Yes, the vehicle and figures match other Police and City sets from the same period in both theme and colour.

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