Super Mario

LEGO® Bowser's Airship Expansion Set

Bowser's Airship Expansion Set adds 1,152 extra pieces to existing Super Mario sets, without any minifigures of its own. With 380 different parts, it's one of the more part-heavy expansions in the range, focused mainly on structural building material and detailing. Light bluish grey, black, medium nougat and tan dominate the colour scheme, giving the airship its steely, nautical-meets-airborne look.

Set number
71391
Year
2021
Pieces
1,152
Minifigures
0
Different parts
380
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Parts list 380

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Spare parts (26)

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Description

An expansion, not a standalone set

As an expansion set, the airship is designed to add onto existing Super Mario starter courses rather than function on its own. At 1,152 pieces, it brings considerably more building material than many regular expansion sets, making it especially suited to collectors looking to noticeably grow their layout. The airship's structure leaves room for several interaction points that work together with the electronic Mario figure from the starter set. Builders extending their layout further also benefit from the many structural pieces, which are easy to reuse elsewhere.

380 parts for plenty of detail

With 380 different parts, this set counts among the more detailed expansions in the range. Light bluish grey and black form the main hull structure, while medium nougat and tan appear on timber-style deck elements and detailing, giving the airship a sturdy, slightly rustic character. The parts list on this page shows exactly which shapes and colours are used, which is handy for anyone hunting for specific pieces for their own conversions.

Not a minifigure set

As a pure expansion set, no minifigures are included, characters such as Bowser or the interactive Mario figure come from separately sold sets. The focus here sits entirely on building parts, mechanisms and structure, which makes the set most interesting for collections that already exist. Anyone without a starter set should bear this in mind before buying, since the airship isn't playable on its own.

For existing Mario collections

At nearly 1,150 pieces, the set offers enough scope to meaningfully extend an existing Super Mario course, adding new height or combat elements. The build splits into several sections, which keeps even a larger expansion like this manageable across individual sessions. For fans who regularly grow their layout, this set is one of the more substantial ways to add new scenes and challenges. It also works well as a holiday gift or add-on for an already-owned starter set.

FAQ

Does the set include any minifigures?
No, this is a pure expansion set with no minifigures or interactive figures of its own.
Can the set be played with on its own?
No, Bowser's Airship Expansion Set needs an existing Super Mario starter set to be used to its full extent.
How many pieces does the expansion set have?
The set totals 1,152 pieces, including 380 different shapes, all listed in the parts list on this page.

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