How many minifigures come with the Red Beard Runner?

Set 6290-1 includes 7 minifigures and 712 pieces.

Which colours dominate?

Black, white, light grey and yellow make up most of the parts.

Is there a parts list?

Yes, the complete list with colours and quantities is further down this page.

Pirates Pirates I

LEGO® Red Beard Runner

The Red Beard Runner is a 2001 pirate ship with 712 pieces and 7 minifigures. It belongs to the first Pirates theme. This page lists every part and suggests what to build next.

Set number: 6290
Year: 2001
Pieces: 712
Minifigures: 7
Theme: Pirates I
Different parts: 203

What can I build with it?

Parts list 203

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 (4)

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

Minifigures 7

Pirate - Red/Black Stripes, Red Legs, Blue Bandana fig-0051424 pieces × 1
Pirate - Dark Purple Vest, Anchor Tattoo, Blue Legs, Red Bandana fig-0051614 pieces × 1
Pirate - Anchor Tattoo, Light Gray Legs, Black Bandana fig-0052064 pieces × 1
Pirate - Shirt with Knife, Black Legs, Brown Tricorne fig-0052194 pieces × 1
Pirate - Captain, Light Gray Hook, Bicorne with Skull, 3626b fig-0052625 pieces × 1
Pirate - Brown Shirt, Light Gray Legs, Black Tricorne fig-0055234 pieces × 1
Pirate - Green Vest, Black Legs, Black Bandana fig-0055374 pieces × 1

Description

A ship for a full crew

The Red Beard Runner is part of the original Pirates theme and came out in 2001. A large sailing ship sits at its centre, with room for a whole crew. Seven minifigures man the deck, rigging and cabin, so you can act out scenes with captain, sailors and rivals. Black, white, light grey and yellow give the ship its character: black for hull and deck, white for the sails and yellow for accents. It also carries a feeling of pirate life that is easy to fill with play ideas.

Hull, sails and detail

With 712 pieces in 142 different parts, the choice of elements is wider than in simple ship sets. That points to plenty of detail on board, such as cannons, ropes and accessories. The build takes a while but divides well into stages: hull first, then decks and superstructure, and finally masts and sails. The result suits both play and display, especially beside other sets from the same range. Look closely and you will find small building tricks worth borrowing for ships of your own.

Reusing the parts

The parts list on this page gives every colour and quantity. It helps if you want to complete your copy after many years or plan ships of your own. The many black and white parts work well for hulls, sails and fortresses. The What can I build? tool shows which other models are possible from the parts you already own, including pieces from several sets combined. That way you can search for older items, such as sail holders and ship accessories, in the right colour.

Who it is for

This set appeals to fans of classic pirates and to collectors of older sets. At 712 pieces it sits in the medium-to-large range and makes for a full evening of building. Children can play with it afterwards, while adults may prefer to keep it on a shelf as a reminder of the early days of the theme. If you own several pirate sets, ships and islands can be combined. In time a single ship can grow into a whole harbour scene.

FAQ

How many minifigures come with the Red Beard Runner?: Set 6290-1 includes 7 minifigures and 712 pieces.
Which colours dominate?: Black, white, light grey and yellow make up most of the parts.
Is there a parts list?: Yes, the complete list with colours and quantities is further down this page.

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