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Set 71856 Jay's Transforming Car
Ninjago

Jay's Transforming Car

Ninja Jay's vehicle can be rebuilt between two different forms and comes with as many as five minifigures. With 387 pieces and 164 unique parts, this set ranks among the more figure-heavy smaller Ninjago vehicle sets.

Set number
71856
Year
2026
Pieces
387
Minifigures
5
Theme
Ninjago
Different parts
164
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Parts list 164

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Spare parts (26)

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Minifigures 5

Alternative models

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Description

One vehicle, two forms

Black and blue define the vehicle as Jay's personal team colours, while dark bluish grey and pearl gold cover technical detail and accents. The transforming mechanic, where the model can be rebuilt from one vehicle form into another, is a recurring feature across many Ninjago sets and calls for movable connections rather than fixed building sections. The transforming mechanic itself needs moveable hinge pieces that do not usually appear in non-transforming Ninjago vehicles.

Five minifigures for more scenes

With five minifigures, the set offers considerably more characters than is typical for a single vehicle, hinting at a larger team or a multi-character chase scene. That significantly boosts play value compared with sets that include only one or two figures, and makes the set appealing for group play too. Compared with simpler vehicle sets that lack a rebuilding function, this construction needs noticeably more planning during the build, since moving parts must already be positioned correctly in the early steps.

Shape variety for transformation and figures

With 164 unique parts across 387 pieces, the shape variety runs high, since both the vehicle's rebuilding mechanic and the gear for five individual minifigures each need their own parts. That makes the set technically and thematically varied despite its moderate overall size. Five distinct sets of weapons and accessories also make sure each minifigure looks clearly different from the others.

Plenty of character play for one vehicle set

Compared with other Ninjago vehicle sets that include only one or two minifigures, this set's five figures open up far more room for group play, for instance when several children want to play different characters at once. The vehicle's transforming function also fits naturally into a chase storyline, where the vehicle's form changes depending on the play situation. For collectors aiming for as complete a ninja team as possible, this set delivers an above-average share of minifigures. For collectors specifically hunting for Jay merchandise, this set counts among the more rewarding options in the current line-up thanks to its high minifigure count.

FAQ

What makes this vehicle special?
It can be rebuilt between two different vehicle forms.
How many minifigures are included?
Set 71856 comes with five minifigures.
How many pieces does the set have?
It contains 387 pieces across 164 unique part types.

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