How many pieces does the shuttle have?

It has 65 pieces in 26 different part types. No minifigures are included.

Which colours stand out?

White, black and light bluish grey, with trans-neon orange as an accent.

What does the model show?

A Space Shuttle, the reusable spacecraft of the American space programme.

LEGO Brand Store

LEGO® Space Shuttle

The Space Shuttle came out in 2008 in the Brand Store range and shows an American orbiter. It has 65 pieces and makes a compact model for a shelf.

Set number: HOUSTON
Year: 2008
Pieces: 65
Minifigures: 0
Theme: LEGO Brand Store
Different parts: 35

What can I build with it?

Parts list 35

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Description

A shuttle for Houston

Houston is the city most people connect with American crewed spaceflight, and the name in the set code suits the subject. The model represents a Space Shuttle, the reusable spacecraft that carried crews and cargo into orbit for decades. It belongs to the Brand Store models and was originally meant for one particular shop rather than general sale. That makes it appealing both to collectors and to anyone with a soft spot for space exploration.

Colours true to the original

White, black and light bluish grey set the look, just as on the real orbiters. A see-through neon orange adds a bright accent that stands out against them. The 65 pieces cover 26 different part types, so the small model still holds plenty of detail. There are no minifigures, as the whole set is about the vehicle. The clear split of colours keeps the build easy to follow and the finished shape easy to recognise.

For display and for tinkering

The shuttle sits comfortably on a shelf or a desk without taking much room. Next to bigger space sets it works as a small counterpart that rounds out the collection. If you build your own spacecraft, the parts mix offers panels, surfaces and transparent elements that you can reuse. It also makes a neat weekend project, since the number of steps stays manageable while the build still asks for some care and attention.

Parts list and comparisons

The parts list on this page names every element with its colour and quantity, so checking a used set is straightforward. The "What can I build?" tool shows how well this set fits your collection and which further models become possible. Bricoria is an independent site and has no link to the manufacturer. Everything here is based on public catalogue data and describes only what is in the box.

FAQ

How many pieces does the shuttle have?: It has 65 pieces in 26 different part types. No minifigures are included.
Which colours stand out?: White, black and light bluish grey, with trans-neon orange as an accent.
What does the model show?: A Space Shuttle, the reusable spacecraft of the American space programme.

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