LEGO Time Cruisers 1853 Navigator

Specifications
| Set number | 1853 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1996 |
| Piece count | 158 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Time Cruisers |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 1853 Navigator, released in 1996 as part of the Time Cruisers line, has 158 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 92 different lots, across 15 colors.
Inventory of set 1853
The inventory of set 1853 lists 158 pieces, spare parts excluded: 92 different lots (one shape in one color) for 85 part shapes. The box also contains 4 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 1853
Main color: light gray, making up 39% of the parts, followed by black (23%) and yellow (15%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Gray | 61 | 39% | |
| Black | 37 | 23% | |
| Yellow | 23 | 15% | |
| White | 9 | 5.7% | |
| Trans-Neon Green | 5 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 3 | 1.9% | |
| Trans-Red | 3 | 1.9% | |
| Trans-Neon Orange | 3 | 1.9% | |
| Brown | 2 | 1.3% | |
| Dark Gray | 2 | 1.3% | |
| Other colors (5) | 9 | 5.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 32 | 20% | |
| Plates Special | 14 | 8.9% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 13 | 8.2% | |
| Minifig Headwear | 8 | 5.1% | |
| Transportation - Sea and Air | 8 | 5.1% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 7 | 4.4% |
Most common parts in set 1853
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight 4070 | Light Gray | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] 6019 | Black | 5 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Gray | 4 |
| Technic Bush 3713 | Light Gray | 4 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Neon Green | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Red | 3 |
| Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] 4185 | Yellow | 3 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Toothed Type II [X Opening] 4265b | Light Gray | 3 |
| Brick 2 x 2 Corner 2357 | Black | 2 |
| Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs 2362a | Light Gray | 2 |
70 of the 85 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 1853
One part shape in set 1853 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.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Storage Bin with Lid, Time Cruisers 4105569 |
Rebuilding set 1853 from another set
Share of the parts of set 1853 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6492 Hypno Cruiser | 99% | 157 | 1996 |
| 6494 Mystic Mountain Time Lab | 35% | 512 | 1996 |
| 6493 Flying Time Vessel | 28% | 239 | 1996 |
Set 6492 Hypno Cruiser supplies 99% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 1853 within its line
With 158 pieces, set 1853 ranks #5 out of 9 Time Cruisers sets in our database, which have an average of 194 parts. Among the 121 sets released in 1996, it ranks #56.
Included minifigures
Timmy - Blue Legs, Blue CapQuantity : 1
Dr. CyberQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 1853 Navigator have?
LEGO set 1853 Navigator has 158 pieces. It was released in 1996 as part of the Time Cruisers theme.
What year was LEGO set 1853 released?
Set 1853 Navigator was released in 1996 and belongs to the Time Cruisers theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 1853?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 1853 Navigator: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 1853?
The instructions for LEGO set 1853 Navigator can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 1853.
What is the main color of LEGO set 1853?
Light gray, with 61 out of 158 pieces, or 39%. Next come black (23%) and yellow (15%).
How many different parts does set 1853 contain?
Set 1853 has 92 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 85 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight in light gray, with 6 copies.
Does LEGO set 1853 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Storage Bin with Lid, Time Cruisers.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 1853?
Set 6492 Hypno Cruiser, released in 1996: it supplies 99%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6492 Hypno Cruiser1996 · 157 pieces
6493 Flying Time Vessel1996 · 239 pieces
6491 Rocket Racer1996 · 58 pieces
6494 Mystic Mountain Time Lab1996 · 512 pieces
6496 Whirling Time Warper1997 · 158 pieces
6499 Time Tunnelator1997 · 82 pieces
6495 Time Tunnelator1997 · 81 pieces
6497 Twisted Time Train1997 · 300 pieces
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