How many pieces and minifigures are included?

339 pieces in 90 different parts, plus 1 minifigure.

Which colours does the set have?

Mainly red, white, blue and light grey.

Is it meant for free building?

Yes, as a basic set it suits building your own models. The parts list shows which shapes you have available.

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Universal Building Set Basic

LEGO® Basic Building Set

The Basic Building Set 720-1 dates from 1985 and is part of the Universal Building Set range. It has 339 pieces and 1 minifigure, and the bricks are meant for models of your own.

Set number: 720
Year: 1985
Pieces: 339
Minifigures: 1
Theme: Basic
Different parts: 123

What can I build with it?

Parts list 123

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 (2)

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

Minifigures 1

Man - Black Torso, Blue Pants fig-0007744 pieces × 1

Description

A modest start

At 339 pieces this set is on the small side, but for a basic set that makes a sensible starting point. You do not need a large table or hours of preparation to get going. A little house, a car or a made-up creation is easily within reach. The single minifigure becomes the centrepiece of your builds and decides how big doors, windows and vehicles should be so that everything looks in proportion.

Plenty of shapes in a small box

What stands out is the ratio of pieces to part types: 90 different elements share just 339 bricks. That means there are only a few copies of many parts, but a wide range of shapes. You can add details such as windows, roofs or wheels instead of simply stacking walls. The parts list on this page shows which shapes are available in the first place, along with their colours and quantities.

Red, white, blue, light grey

The main colours of red, white, blue and light grey make a fresh, clean mix. Red and blue suit vehicles and roofs, while white and light grey work well for walls and pavements. You can easily design a calm, uniform model with these shades or deliberately build in contrast. If you own other sets, the colours blend with other bricks too, which opens the door to bigger projects. Several small stocks can quickly add up to something impressive.

What happens afterwards

If you eventually stop needing the set as a whole, the stock of parts stays useful. “What can I build?” checks which other sets your bricks could make, including in combination with further basic sets. The parts list helps you keep track and buy replacements in a targeted way if a certain project needs elements that are missing from your collection. With so many different shapes in one small set, it is worth a look before you start something new.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures are included?: 339 pieces in 90 different parts, plus 1 minifigure.
Which colours does the set have?: Mainly red, white, blue and light grey.
Is it meant for free building?: Yes, as a basic set it suits building your own models. The parts list shows which shapes you have available.

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