How many pieces and minifigures are in 912-1?

The set has 472 pieces in 94 types and 3 minifigures.

Which colours dominate?

Mostly black, yellow, red and light grey. The parts list on this page gives the exact split.

When was Universal Building Set 912-1 released?

It came out in 1976 as part of the Universal Building Set line.

Universal Building Set

LEGO® Universal Building Set

Universal Building Set 912-1 dates from 1976 and holds 472 pieces in 94 different types, plus 3 minifigures. Black, yellow, red and light grey set the tone.

Set number: 912
Year: 1976
Pieces: 472
Minifigures: 3
Theme: Universal Building Set
Different parts: 121

What can I build with it?

Parts list 121

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 (1)

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

Technic Link with Two Studs 273 Black No longer produced · last seen 1980 × 2

Minifigures 3

LEGOLAND Blue fig-0007624 pieces × 2
LEGOLAND White fig-0046964 pieces × 1

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

912_1913 Cadillac 161 pieces by banati68

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What can I build with it?

Description

A toolbox rather than a model

A universal set is about possibilities, not about a single subject. With 472 pieces you get a stock to work from, whether you want houses, vehicles or something entirely of your own. That was the idea behind the early boxes in this line, which encouraged imagination and trial and error. The size is generous without being overwhelming, so a set like this is easy to spread across a table and sort by type before you start. With no fixed instructions to follow, that sorting is already half the fun.

Ninety-four types, plenty of choice

What stands out is the number of distinct part types: 94 across 472 pieces. That is a high ratio and points to many special shapes, such as windows, doors, roof elements and accessories. It makes building more varied and allows details that plain basic bricks cannot deliver. Windows and roofs, after all, are what give a house its character. For collectors it also means the parts list is longer and more interesting to check than for simpler boxes in the range.

Black, yellow, red and light grey

This colour mix feels more technical and sober than many brightly coloured boxes. Black and light grey suit roads, roofs and vehicles, while yellow and red provide the accents. The selection therefore works nicely for town scenes and machines. If you combine these bricks with other sets, you get a palette that slips easily into an existing collection and does not push you in one particular direction from the first glance.

Three figures and further options

Three minifigures turn the builds into little play scenes quickly: someone lives in the house, drives the vehicle or visits the site. This page lists the complete parts so you can compare it with your own collection. The “What can I build?” tool also shows which other sets could be put together from the pieces you already have, even if a few individual bricks are missing. That turns an old box into a starting point for new models.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures are in 912-1?: The set has 472 pieces in 94 types and 3 minifigures.
Which colours dominate?: Mostly black, yellow, red and light grey. The parts list on this page gives the exact split.
When was Universal Building Set 912-1 released?: It came out in 1976 as part of the Universal Building Set line.

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