How many pieces and minifigures does Pirates Ambush have?

The set contains 159 pieces in 58 different types and 3 minifigures.

Which theme is it part of?

It belongs to Pirates I, the pirate line from LEGO®, and was released in 1997.

Which colours define the model?

Mainly black, brown, light grey and red. Exact quantities are in the parts list.

Pirates Pirates I

LEGO® Pirates Ambush

Pirates Ambush is a 1997 set from the Pirates I line by LEGO® with 159 pieces and 3 minifigures. It is built around a surprise attack, with opponents lying in wait on rough ground.

Set number: 6249
Year: 1997
Pieces: 159
Minifigures: 3
Theme: Pirates I
Different parts: 60

What can I build with it?

Parts list 60

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (1)

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

Plate Round 1 × 1 with Solid Stud 6141 Light Gray No longer produced · last seen 2004 × 1

Minifigures 3

Soldier (Imperial Armada) - Red fig-0006684 pieces × 1
Pirate - Dark Purple Vest, Anchor Tattoo, Blue Legs, Red Bandana fig-0051614 pieces × 1
Pirate - Green Vest, Black Legs, Brown Tricorne fig-0055384 pieces × 1

Description

A raid on a small scale

The name gives away the play idea: figures lie in wait for one another, and the scene thrives on hiding, surprise and quick skirmishes. At 159 pieces the set is small enough to build quickly and large enough to make a convincing patch of terrain. Three minifigures are enough to cover both sides. If you enjoy pirate themes, which at heart are about treasure hunts, scheming and sailing ships, this is a small trip ashore.

Black, brown, light grey and red

Black and brown shape the colour mix, supported by light grey and red. These are classic pirate colours: dark timber, rock and cloth. Fifty-eight distinct part types among 159 pieces show a solid blend of basic bricks and special shapes. The brown elements in particular are in demand for fort, harbour and ship builds, so the set also serves as a donor for your own pirate scenes that match the originals from the nineties.

Who it suits

If you collect Pirates I, this gives you a model that shows the theme in miniature. Children can play with it immediately, since the build is simple and the figures are sturdy. Collectors often look at the colour mix and at how well a set fits larger ship and fortress models. As a gift it fits when someone wants a compact entry to the pirate theme and does not want to set up a large ship straight away, or simply lacks the room.

Parts list and rebuilds

The full parts list with colours and quantities is on this page. It helps when checking a used set and when buying missing pieces. The What can I build? tool shows which other models you can make with this set and your collection. With pirate sets the check is especially worthwhile, because brown, black and grey bricks quickly become boats, watchtowers or small island hideouts that can be combined with the original model.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures does Pirates Ambush have?: The set contains 159 pieces in 58 different types and 3 minifigures.
Which theme is it part of?: It belongs to Pirates I, the pirate line from LEGO®, and was released in 1997.
Which colours define the model?: Mainly black, brown, light grey and red. Exact quantities are in the parts list.

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