Sign in
Set 76968 Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus Rex
Jurassic World

LEGO® Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus Rex

A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton as a museum display model: with 3,145 pieces and 2 minifigures, this Jurassic World set builds a detailed fossil reminiscent of a genuine excavation exhibit.

Set number
76968
Year
2025
Pieces
3,145
Minifigures
2
Theme
Jurassic World
Different parts
424
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 424

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 (23)

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

Minifigures 2

Description

A skeleton rather than a living dinosaur

Unlike many other Jurassic World sets, this model doesn't depict a living dinosaur but a fossil skeleton, the kind seen in natural history museums. The Tyrannosaurus rex ranks among the most recognisable and feared predators of the film series, making it well suited to this museum-style treatment. At 3,145 pieces, the result is an imposing display model that carefully recreates the skeleton's characteristic structure, with its powerful skull, short forelimbs and long tail.

Two minifigures for the excavation

With 2 minifigures, the focus sits clearly on the skeleton itself rather than a large cast of characters, fitting for a museum or archaeological presentation. The included figures can be read as researchers or museum staff, providing a small narrative frame around the discovery and display of the fossil. That keeps attention firmly on the model's scientific character rather than on action-packed play.

Earthy tan and grey tones

The palette of tan, dark tan, black and light bluish grey creates the expected, faintly weathered bone look of a genuine fossil, finished off with darker accents for shading and structure. With 424 different elements, the set offers enough variety to render the complex skeletal structure convincingly without feeling repetitive. That care is most visible along the spine and rib cage, where the construction really shows its detail.

The parts list for fans and collectors

This page lists all 424 elements with their colours. That's useful for anyone wanting to replace a piece or curious about the skeleton's technical construction, for instance when comparing it with other fossil or dinosaur sets in the range. It's also a handy reference for teachers considering the model for classroom use, when preparing anatomical explanations.

A technical build with educational value

At 3,145 pieces, the skeleton is a demanding build in which the spine, rib cage and skull gradually come together into a convincing overall shape. The set suits both dinosaur fans and anyone who enjoys technical, structure-focused builds, rather than spontaneous play. With just 2 minifigures, the focus sits clearly on the model itself, which stands as an impressive display piece on a shelf or in a bedroom once finished. For schools or teachers looking to illustrate anatomical structure, the finished skeleton also offers an accessible way into the subject of palaeontology.

FAQ

Does the set depict a living dinosaur?
No, it depicts a fossil skeleton of the Tyrannosaurus rex, similar to those seen in natural history museums.
How many pieces and minifigures does the set include?
It has 3,145 pieces and includes 2 minifigures.
What colours define the skeleton?
Tan and dark tan create the bone look, with black and light bluish grey adding shading accents.

Reviews

No reviews yet. Build the set and tell others how you liked it.

Only signed-in users can write reviews, one per set. We check every review against our rules before it is published; we do not check whether the set was bought or built.

Similar sets