What does set 60228 include?

It includes a rocket and a separate ground-based launch control station, totalling 837 pieces with 289 unique parts.

What colours dominate the model?

Black and white form the main contrast, with light bluish grey and dark bluish grey used for supporting structure.

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Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control

Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control (60228) is a 2019 LEGO® City space set built from 837 pieces. Six minifigures cover both the rocket and the ground station. The parts list on this page details all 289 unique parts used in the build.

Set number: 60228
Year: 2019
Pieces: 837
Minifigures: 6
Theme: Mars Exploration
Different parts: 289

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 289

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 (22)

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

Minifigures 6

Astronaut - Orange Torso and Legs, White Helmet, Trans-Light Blue Visor, Beard fig-0021026 pieces × 1
Astronaut, Woman, Orange Torso and Legs, White Helmet, Trans-Light Blue Visor fig-0085056 pieces × 1
Technician - Dark Blue Torso, Dark Blue Legs, White Helmet fig-0085064 pieces × 1
Launch Director - Black Torso, Dark Bluish Grey Legs, Reddish Brown Hair fig-0085074 pieces × 1
Scientist - Dark BLuish Grey Torso, Light Bluish Grey Legs, Dark Orange Hair fig-0085084 pieces × 1
Scientist - White Torso, Labcoat, Light Bluish grey Legs, Medium Nougat Hair fig-0085094 pieces × 1

Description

Two builds: rocket and ground station

The set splits into two main builds: an upright rocket and a ground-based launch control station that oversees the launch. That split is typical of LEGO® City's space sub-themes and lets you act out both the launch itself and the preparation on the ground at the same time. At 837 pieces with 289 unique parts, the set is unusually detailed for its size. Keeping the two builds separate leaves enough room on a play surface for a full launch sequence rather than everything crowded into one small footprint.

Black, white and grey for a space-agency look

Black and white form the main contrast on the rocket, echoing the plain, functional livery seen on real launch vehicles. Light bluish grey and dark bluish grey round out the structure, showing up on the launch pad and technical elements of the ground station. That colour choice leans realistic, a deliberate step away from the brighter tones often used on older toy space sets. Fans of realistic space models will likely see this restrained palette as a clear advantage over more fantastical, brightly coloured spaceship designs.

Six minifigures for launch and control

Six minifigures likely split between astronauts and ground crew, making it possible to play out both the flight and the mission-control side from the same set. That gives more variety than a pure vehicle set with only one or two figures, allowing several roles to be acted out in the same scene. Children can switch back and forth between the rocket cockpit and the ground control desk instead of sticking to a single role throughout play.

A strong parts count for space fans

With 289 unique parts, this set offers one of the higher shape counts in its size class. Anyone hunting for black or white pieces for their own space builds can use the parts list on this page to check exactly what is included before buying, making it easier to top up a collection with the right pieces.

FAQ

What does set 60228 include?: It includes a rocket and a separate ground-based launch control station, totalling 837 pieces with 289 unique parts.
How many minifigures come with it?: Six minifigures, likely split between astronauts and ground crew.
What colours dominate the model?: Black and white form the main contrast, with light bluish grey and dark bluish grey used for supporting structure.