How many pieces are in the Claw Crusher 8101-1?

The set has 99 pieces, including 42 different parts, and comes with one minifigure.

Which theme does it belong to?

It belongs to the Exo-Force theme and was released in 2007.

Can I use the parts for my own robots?

Yes. The parts list and the “What can I build?” tool on this page give you ideas for combining them with your collection.

Exo-Force

LEGO® Claw Crusher

The Claw Crusher 8101-1 is a small Exo-Force set from 2007 with 99 pieces and one minifigure. It is one of the compact fighting machines of the theme.

Set number: 8101
Year: 2007
Pieces: 99
Minifigures: 1
Theme: Exo-Force
Different parts: 45

What can I build with it?

Parts list 45

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 (3)

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

Minifigures 1

Devastator with Pearl Light Gray Torso and Red Eyes fig-0048428 pieces × 1

Description

A fighting machine in miniature

Exo-Force was a theme of robots and pilots inspired by Japanese mecha stories. The Claw Crusher fits that mould with its very name, since claws are the machine's signature feature. At 99 pieces it is one of the smaller models in the theme. It is not a towering robot but a handy fighting machine that you can carry in one hand and that still shows off its claws with confidence. For fans of the theme, a set like this is often the entry point before larger mechs follow.

Dark colours with an orange accent

Black, orange, dark bluish grey and pearl light grey set the look. The dark tones make the machine appear menacing, orange adds targeted contrast and pearl light grey gives a metallic sheen. The 99 pieces include 42 different parts, so the mix is fairly varied. That variety suggests more detail work than the piece count would lead you to expect, which is part of the appeal of a set this small. Presumably that includes movable elements and trim pieces that give the machine its look.

Playing with the pilot

One minifigure comes with the set, presumably the pilot who steers the machine. That allows a small scene: one figure, one vehicle, one opponent. If you own two or three Exo-Force sets you can stage a little duel. The model is less suited to display, but it works well as a pocket-sized play set or as a quick build for an evening without much effort. With only one figure the set stays simple and the scene is ready in minutes.

Parts list and follow-up projects

You will find the full parts list with colours and quantities on this page. The “What can I build?” tool shows which further models you can make from this set and the rest of your collection. That is especially worthwhile with mecha sets, because joints, claws and plates can often be recombined, and dark parts with an orange accent are in demand for many custom robot designs. A small set can quickly become the foundation of your own mecha workshop.

FAQ

How many pieces are in the Claw Crusher 8101-1?: The set has 99 pieces, including 42 different parts, and comes with one minifigure.
Which theme does it belong to?: It belongs to the Exo-Force theme and was released in 2007.
Can I use the parts for my own robots?: Yes. The parts list and the “What can I build?” tool on this page give you ideas for combining them with your collection.

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