LEGO Modular Buildings 10230 Mini Modulars

Specifications
| Set number | 10230 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2012 |
| Piece count | 1,356 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Modular Buildings |
| Subtheme | Mini |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 10230 Mini Modulars, released in 2012 as part of the Modular Buildings line, has 1,356 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 247 different lots, across 24 colors.
Inventory of set 10230
The inventory of set 10230 lists 1,356 pieces, spare parts excluded: 247 different lots (one shape in one color) for 99 part shapes. The box also contains 59 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 10230
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 27% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (12%) and black (9.6%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 367 | 27% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 159 | 12% | |
| Black | 130 | 9.6% | |
| White | 129 | 9.5% | |
| Tan | 123 | 9.1% | |
| Dark Red | 70 | 5.2% | |
| Reddish Brown | 68 | 5% | |
| Trans-Clear | 41 | 3% | |
| Dark Blue | 39 | 2.9% | |
| Trans-Green | 38 | 2.8% | |
| Other colors (14) | 192 | 14% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 493 | 36% | |
| Bricks | 194 | 14% | |
| Tiles | 168 | 12% | |
| Plates Special | 123 | 9.1% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 121 | 8.9% | |
| Bricks Special | 59 | 4.4% |
Most common parts in set 10230
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Light Bluish Gray | 65 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Light Bluish Gray | 46 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Light Bluish Gray | 39 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Green | 32 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Dark Red | 28 |
| Tile 1 x 1 with Groove 3070b | Dark Bluish Gray | 27 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight 4070 | White | 26 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Tan | 25 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Dark Tan | 25 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Light Bluish Gray | 22 |
98 of the 99 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 10230
One part shape in set 10230 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Tile 1 x 6 with Red Vertical 'HOTEL' Print 6636pr0012 | White |
Rebuilding set 10230 from another set
Share of the parts of set 10230 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75827 Firehouse Headquarters | 43% | 4,642 | 2016 |
| 10255 Assembly Square | 41% | 4,002 | 2017 |
| 10185 Green Grocer | 36% | 2,358 | 2008 |
| 10182 Cafe Corner | 36% | 2,058 | 2007 |
| 10197 Fire Brigade | 35% | 2,236 | 2009 |
No similarly sized set goes above 43%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 10230 within its line
With 1,356 pieces, set 10230 ranks #21 out of 22 Modular Buildings sets in our database, which have an average of 2,579 parts. Among the 321 sets released in 2012, it ranks #11.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Philippe Hurbain, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 10230 Mini Modulars have?
LEGO set 10230 Mini Modulars has 1,356 pieces. It was released in 2012 as part of the Modular Buildings theme.
What year was LEGO set 10230 released?
Set 10230 Mini Modulars was released in 2012 and belongs to the Modular Buildings theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 10230?
LEGO set 10230 Mini Modulars does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 10230?
The instructions for LEGO set 10230 Mini Modulars can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 10230.
What is the main color of LEGO set 10230?
Light bluish gray, with 367 out of 1,356 pieces, or 27%. Next come dark bluish gray (12%) and black (9.6%).
How many different parts does set 10230 contain?
Set 10230 has 247 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 99 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 1 in light bluish gray, with 65 copies.
Does LEGO set 10230 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Tile 1 x 6 with Red Vertical 'HOTEL' Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 10230?
Set 75827 Firehouse Headquarters, released in 2016: it supplies 43%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
3D10224 Town Hall2012 · 2,772 pieces
3D10218 Pet Shop2011 · 2,034 pieces
10232 Palace Cinema2013 · 2,194 pieces
10211 Grand Emporium2010 · 2,186 pieces
3D10243 Parisian Restaurant2014 · 2,470 pieces
3D10197 Fire Brigade2009 · 2,236 pieces
3D10246 Detective's Office2015 · 2,262 pieces
3D10185 Green Grocer2008 · 2,358 pieces
Sets from the same year
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9398 4 x 4 Crawler2012 · 1,327 pieces
9397 Logging Truck2012 · 1,308 pieces
3D10227 B-wing Starfighter2012 · 1,487 pieces
10229 Winter Village Cottage2012 · 1,492 pieces
3D3185 Summer Riding Camp2012 · 1,160 pieces
10223 Kingdoms Joust2012 · 1,575 pieces
9515 The Malevolence2012 · 1,101 pieces
