LEGO Creator 10261 Roller Coaster

Specifications
| Set number | 10261 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2018 |
| Piece count | 4,124 |
| Minifigures | 11 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Subtheme | Creator Expert |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 10261, Roller Coaster, depicts an amusement park ride with its track and visitors. Released in the Creator Expert theme in 2018, it contains 4124 pieces and 11 minifigures, presenting a large scene built around the structure and atmosphere of the attraction.
The focus is the roller coaster itself: its visible route, supporting structure and setting, all built as a LEGO interpretation of a fairground or theme park ride.
The build is centred on the track structure, the ride scene and the crowd that gives the model scale.
The set is suited to Creator Expert collectors, display builders and anyone assembling a LEGO amusement park or fairground layout.
Inventory of set 10261
The inventory of set 10261 lists 4,124 pieces, spare parts excluded: 557 different lots (one shape in one color) for 357 part shapes. The box also contains 66 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 10261
Main color: white, making up 36% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (18%) and black (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1,465 | 36% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 761 | 18% | |
| Black | 488 | 12% | |
| Green | 301 | 7.3% | |
| Red | 175 | 4.2% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 148 | 3.6% | |
| Dark Blue | 132 | 3.2% | |
| Tan | 105 | 2.5% | |
| Reddish Brown | 87 | 2.1% | |
| Flat Silver | 75 | 1.8% | |
| Other colors (26) | 386 | 9.4% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 755 | 18% | |
| Plates Special | 703 | 17% | |
| Bricks Round and Cones | 586 | 14% | |
| Tiles | 407 | 9.9% | |
| Technic Special | 217 | 5.3% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 173 | 4.2% |
Most common parts in set 10261
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole 3941 | White | 530 |
| Technic Link, Reinforced, with Beveled Edge 14696 | Black | 203 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) 87580 | Green | 163 |
| Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) 4032a | Light Bluish Gray | 126 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2, Top Clip [Split] 92280 | White | 97 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Octagonal, Reinforced, Completely Round Studs 75937 | Flat Silver | 74 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | White | 73 |
| Tile 1 x 6 with Groove 6636 | White | 70 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | White | 68 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Bluish Gray | 66 |
312 of the 357 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 10261
One part shape in set 10261 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. Counting colors, 3 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 10261-1 39356 |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 10261 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 10261 within its line
With 4,124 pieces, set 10261 ranks #5 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2018, it ranks #2. That is 9.8 times the average Creator set size.
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)
Included minifigures
Bright Light Blue Torso, Dark Purple Legs, Dark Orange HairQuantity : 1
Green Torso, Dark Tan Legs, Tan HairQuantity : 1
Tan Torso Sweater, Sand Blue Legs, Light Bluish Grey HairQuantity : 1
Bright Pink, Medium Azure, White HairQuantity : 1
Kid - White Torso, Medium Blue Legs, Black HairQuantity : 1
White Torso, Dark Blue Legs, Black HairQuantity : 1
Yellow Torso, Blue Legs, Reddish Brown HairQuantity : 1
Yellow Torso, Blue Legs, Dark Brown HairQuantity : 1
Dark Azure Torso, White Legs, Medium Nougat HairQuantity : 1
White Torso, Medium Azure Legs, Tan HairQuantity : 1
Light Bluish Grey Torso, Dark Orange Legs, Dark Brown HairQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 10261 Roller Coaster have?
LEGO set 10261 Roller Coaster has 4,124 pieces. It was released in 2018 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 10261 released?
Set 10261 Roller Coaster was released in 2018 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 10261?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 10261 Roller Coaster: 11. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 10261?
The instructions for LEGO set 10261 Roller Coaster can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 10261.
What is the main color of LEGO set 10261?
White, with 1,465 out of 4,124 pieces, or 36%. Next come light bluish gray (18%) and black (12%).
How many different parts does set 10261 contain?
Set 10261 has 557 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 357 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole in white, with 530 copies.
Does LEGO set 10261 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 10261-1.
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