LEGO Creator 11965 Excavator

Specifications
| Set number | 11965 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 |
| Piece count | 48 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 11965 Excavator, released in 2022 as part of the Creator line, has 48 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 23 different lots, across 6 colors.
“Excavator” presents a recognizable construction vehicle within the Creator theme.
The set can suit light play, a small display of construction vehicles or a Creator collection focused on compact builds. Within the theme, it is best understood as a short, object based model that represents a single machine and can be placed alongside other small Creator subjects.
Inventory of set 11965
The inventory of set 11965 lists 48 pieces, spare parts excluded: 23 different lots (one shape in one color) for 21 part shapes. The box also contains 4 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 11965
Main color: black, making up 44% of the parts, followed by yellow (21%) and light bluish gray (17%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 21 | 44% | |
| Yellow | 10 | 21% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 8 | 17% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 6 | 12% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 4.2% | |
| Trans-Clear | 1 | 2.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates Special | 16 | 33% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 8 | 17% | |
| Plates | 6 | 12% | |
| Bars, Ladders and Fences | 4 | 8.3% | |
| Tiles Special | 4 | 8.3% | |
| Bricks | 2 | 4.2% |
Most common parts in set 11965
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Holder with Clip 11090 | Black | 4 |
| Tile Special Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar 20482 | Black | 4 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail 32028 | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate Special Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Stud and Horizontal Bar 1L 32828 | Black | 4 |
| Wheel 8 x 6 with Slot 34337 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Tyre 15 x 6 Offset Tread Small with Band around Center 87414 | Black | 4 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End 63868 | Yellow | 3 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Yellow | 2 |
| Wheel Arch, Mudguard 2 x 4 Studded with Hole 60212 | Yellow | 2 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] 60478 | Dark Bluish Gray | 2 |
21 of the 21 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
No part in set 11965 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 11965 from another set
Share of the parts of set 11965 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30529 Mini Master-Building Emmet | 31% | 49 | 2019 |
No similarly sized set goes above 31%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 11965 within its line
With 48 pieces, set 11965 ranks #477 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 483 sets released in 2022, it ranks #431. That is less than half the average Creator set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 11965 Excavator have?
LEGO set 11965 Excavator has 48 pieces. It was released in 2022 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 11965 released?
Set 11965 Excavator was released in 2022 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 11965?
LEGO set 11965 Excavator does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 11965?
The instructions for LEGO set 11965 Excavator can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 11965.
What is the main color of LEGO set 11965?
Black, with 21 out of 48 pieces, or 44%. Next come yellow (21%) and light bluish gray (17%).
How many different parts does set 11965 contain?
Set 11965 has 23 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 21 part shapes. Most common part: Bar Holder with Clip in black, with 4 copies.
Does LEGO set 11965 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 11965?
Set 30529 Mini Master-Building Emmet, released in 2019: it supplies 31%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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