LEGO Town 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry

Specifications
| Set number | 1831 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1995 |
| Piece count | 205 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Classic Town |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry, released in 1995 as part of the Town line, has 205 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 81 different lots, across 11 colors.
Inventory of set 1831
The inventory of set 1831 lists 205 pieces, spare parts excluded: 81 different lots (one shape in one color) for 68 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 1831
Main color: white, making up 46% of the parts, followed by light gray (22%) and black (17%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94 | 46% | |
| Light Gray | 46 | 22% | |
| Black | 34 | 17% | |
| Maersk Blue | 10 | 4.9% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 7 | 3.4% | |
| Trans-Red | 4 | 2% | |
| Yellow | 3 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 3 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Dark Blue | 1 | 0.5% | |
| Brown | 1 | 0.5% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 0.5% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 55 | 27% | |
| Plates Special | 21 | 10% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 21 | 10% | |
| Tiles | 17 | 8.3% | |
| Bricks | 17 | 8.3% | |
| Windows and Doors | 13 | 6.3% |
Most common parts in set 1831
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin 6014a | White | 10 |
| Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide 6015 | Black | 10 |
| Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420 | White | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Gray | 8 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Light Gray | 8 |
| Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Hollow Studs] 4215b | White | 8 |
| Plate 4 x 4 3031 | White | 7 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | White | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | White | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) 3794a | White | 6 |
63 of the 68 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 1831
One part shape in set 1831 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, 5 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 1831-1 170905a |
Rebuilding set 1831 from another set
Share of the parts of set 1831 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2149 Color Line Container Lorry | 51% | 185 | 1997 |
| 1821 Rally Racers | 31% | 196 | 1996 |
| 5561 Big Foot 4x4 | 29% | 749 | 1997 |
| 6472 Gas N' Wash Express | 28% | 474 | 2001 |
| 5563 Racing Truck | 28% | 787 | 1999 |
No similarly sized set goes above 51%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 1831 within its line
With 205 pieces, set 1831 ranks #54 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 110 sets released in 1995, it ranks #38.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Robert Paciorek, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
- Man, White Torso, Light Gray Legs, Maersk Blue CapQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry have?
LEGO set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry has 205 pieces. It was released in 1995 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 1831 released?
Set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry was released in 1995 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 1831?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 1831?
The instructions for LEGO set 1831 Maersk Line Container Lorry can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 1831.
What is the main color of LEGO set 1831?
White, with 94 out of 205 pieces, or 46%. Next come light gray (22%) and black (17%).
How many different parts does set 1831 contain?
Set 1831 has 81 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 68 part shapes. Most common part: Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin in white, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 1831 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 1831-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 1831?
Set 2149 Color Line Container Lorry, released in 1997: it supplies 51%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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