LEGO Universal Building Set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+

Specifications
| Set number | 1745 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1995 |
| Piece count | 404 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Universal Building Set |
| Subtheme | Basic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+, released in 1995 as part of the Universal Building Set line, has 404 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 21 different lots, across 5 colors.
Inventory of set 1745
The inventory of set 1745 lists 404 pieces, spare parts excluded: 21 different lots (one shape in one color) for 6 part shapes.
Colors of set 1745
Main color: red, making up 22% of the parts, followed by yellow (22%) and white (21%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 88 | 22% | |
| Yellow | 88 | 22% | |
| White | 86 | 21% | |
| Blue | 86 | 21% | |
| Black | 56 | 14% |
Most common parts in set 1745
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 2 x 4 3001 | Yellow | 40 |
| Brick 2 x 4 3001 | Blue | 40 |
| Brick 2 x 4 3001 | White | 40 |
| Brick 2 x 4 3001 | Red | 40 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Blue | 32 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Red | 32 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | White | 32 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Yellow | 32 |
| Brick 2 x 4 3001 | Black | 28 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Black | 20 |
6 of the 6 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 1745 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 1745 from another set
Share of the parts of set 1745 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 638 Lots of Extra Basic Bricks, 3+ | 100% | 404 | 1996 |
| 9280 Giant Lego Dacta Basic Set | 100% | 1,417 | 1997 |
| 2199 Large Bulk Bucket | 100% | 467 | 1997 |
| 9251 Basic Just Bricks | 96% | 576 | 2000 |
| 4919 Blue Tub | 85% | 1,500 | 2005 |
Set 638 Lots of Extra Basic Bricks, 3+ supplies 100% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 1745 within its line
With 404 pieces, set 1745 ranks #25 out of 54 Universal Building Set sets in our database, which have an average of 436 parts. Among the 110 sets released in 1995, it ranks #16.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+ have?
LEGO set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+ has 404 pieces. It was released in 1995 as part of the Universal Building Set theme.
What year was LEGO set 1745 released?
Set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+ was released in 1995 and belongs to the Universal Building Set theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 1745?
LEGO set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+ does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 1745?
The instructions for LEGO set 1745 Box of Standard Bricks, 3+ can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 1745.
What is the main color of LEGO set 1745?
Red, with 88 out of 404 pieces, or 22%. Next come yellow (22%) and white (21%).
How many different parts does set 1745 contain?
Set 1745 has 21 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 6 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 2 x 4 in yellow, with 40 copies.
Does LEGO set 1745 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 1745?
Set 638 Lots of Extra Basic Bricks, 3+, released in 1996: it supplies 100%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
1715 Special Value1995 · 400 pieces
1743 Box of Standard Bricks, 5+1995 · 400 pieces
1819 Large Bucket1995 · 950 pieces
638 Lots of Extra Basic Bricks, 3+1996 · 404 pieces
3D1869 South African Flag1996 · 81 pieces
634 Extra Bricks in Red1996 · 62 pieces
635 Extra Bricks in White1996 · 62 pieces
632 Wheels and Tires1996 · 60 pieces
Sets from the same year
4146 Extra Large Freestyle Bucket1995 · 409 pieces
4152 Large Freestyle Bucket1995 · 409 pieces
3D4555 Cargo Station1995 · 394 pieces
8440 Formula Flash1995 · 418 pieces
5541 Blue Fury1995 · 421 pieces
3D6279 Skull Island1995 · 386 pieces
8280 Fire Engine / Fire Response Unit1995 · 439 pieces
6338 Hurricane Harbor1995 · 365 pieces
