LEGO Town 1256 Shell Petrol Pump

Specifications
| Set number | 1256 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1999 |
| Piece count | 157 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Town Jr. |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump, released in 1999 as part of the Town line, has 157 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 83 different lots, across 10 colors.
Inventory of set 1256
The inventory of set 1256 lists 157 pieces, spare parts excluded: 83 different lots (one shape in one color) for 71 part shapes. The box also contains 8 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 1256
Main color: white, making up 28% of the parts, followed by black (19%) and red (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 44 | 28% | |
| Black | 30 | 19% | |
| Red | 22 | 14% | |
| Light Gray | 22 | 14% | |
| Yellow | 20 | 13% | |
| Green | 6 | 3.8% | |
| Trans-Red | 5 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 3 | 1.9% | |
| Brown | 3 | 1.9% | |
| Trans-Clear | 1 | 0.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bricks | 40 | 25% | |
| Plates | 24 | 15% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 14 | 8.9% | |
| Bricks Special | 12 | 7.6% | |
| Plants & Trees | 12 | 7.6% | |
| Tiles Special | 6 | 3.8% |
Most common parts in set 1256
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 3 3622 | Black | 10 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | White | 6 |
| Wheel 8 x 9 with Round Hole for Wheel Holder Pin 30027a | White | 4 |
| Tyre 14 x 9 Smooth Small Wide Slick 30028 | Black | 4 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Clip [Thick U Clip] 30237a | White | 4 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight 4070 | Black | 4 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight 4070 | White | 4 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Black | 3 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Yellow | 3 |
| Window 4 x 10 x 2 Roof Slope Double, Complete Assembly, Trans-Dark Blue Glass 30343c01 | White | 3 |
59 of the 71 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 1256
One part shape in set 1256 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, 2 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 1256-1 22648 |
Rebuilding set 1256 from another set
Share of the parts of set 1256 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6598 Metro PD Station | 29% | 568 | 1996 |
| 6472 Gas N' Wash Express | 28% | 474 | 2001 |
No similarly sized set goes above 29%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 1256 within its line
With 157 pieces, set 1256 ranks #74 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 186 sets released in 1999, it ranks #62.
Included minifigures
Racer, White Shirt with Shell Logo, Black Legs, Red Helmet with VisorQuantity : 1
Man, Brown Jacket, Light Gray Legs, Black Hair, SunglassesQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump have?
LEGO set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump has 157 pieces. It was released in 1999 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 1256 released?
Set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump was released in 1999 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 1256?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 1256?
The instructions for LEGO set 1256 Shell Petrol Pump can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 1256.
What is the main color of LEGO set 1256?
White, with 44 out of 157 pieces, or 28%. Next come black (19%) and red (14%).
How many different parts does set 1256 contain?
Set 1256 has 83 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 71 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 3 in black, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 1256 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 1256-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 1256?
Set 6598 Metro PD Station, released in 1996: it supplies 29%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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2774 Airshow (Red Tiger)1999 · 145 pieces
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6459 Fuel Truck1999 · 120 pieces
1252 Shell Tanker1999 · 107 pieces
1253 Shell Car Transporter1999 · 102 pieces
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