LEGO Architecture 21003 Seattle Space Needle

Specifications
| Set number | 21003 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2009 |
| Piece count | 57 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Architecture |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 21003 Seattle Space Needle, released in 2009 as part of the Architecture line, has 57 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 23 different lots, across 3 colors.
Inventory of set 21003
The inventory of set 21003 lists 57 pieces, spare parts excluded: 23 different lots (one shape in one color) for 23 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21003
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 82% of the parts, followed by black (11%) and red (7%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 47 | 82% | |
| Black | 6 | 11% | |
| Red | 4 | 7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Connectors | 14 | 25% | |
| Tiles | 12 | 21% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 10 | 18% | |
| Technic Axles | 7 | 12% | |
| Plates | 4 | 7% | |
| Technic Gears | 3 | 5.3% |
Most common parts in set 21003
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 32013 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] 59443 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Red | 4 |
| Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) 4032a | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Tile 1 x 6 with Groove 6636 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Tile 1 x 8 with Groove 4162 | Black | 3 |
| Dish 6 x 6 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Studs 44375b | Light Bluish Gray | 3 |
| Hose Rigid 3mm D. 20L / 16cm 75c20 | Light Bluish Gray | 3 |
| Plate 4 x 10 3030 | Black | 2 |
22 of the 23 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 21003
One part shape in set 21003 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 |
|---|---|
| Tile 1 x 8 with 'Seattle Space Needle' Print 4162pr0010 | Black |
Rebuilding set 21003 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21003 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42020 Twin-rotor Helicopter | 26% | 145 | 2014 |
No similarly sized set goes above 26%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21003 within its line
With 57 pieces, set 21003 ranks #64 out of 64 Architecture sets in our database, which have an average of 846 parts. Among the 254 sets released in 2009, it ranks #196. That is less than half the average Architecture set size.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Damien Roux, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 21003 Seattle Space Needle have?
LEGO set 21003 Seattle Space Needle has 57 pieces. It was released in 2009 as part of the Architecture theme.
What year was LEGO set 21003 released?
Set 21003 Seattle Space Needle was released in 2009 and belongs to the Architecture theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21003?
LEGO set 21003 Seattle Space Needle does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21003?
The instructions for LEGO set 21003 Seattle Space Needle can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21003.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21003?
Light bluish gray, with 47 out of 57 pieces, or 82%. Next come black (11%) and red (7%).
How many different parts does set 21003 contain?
Set 21003 has 23 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 23 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 in light bluish gray, with 6 copies.
Does LEGO set 21003 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Tile 1 x 8 with 'Seattle Space Needle' Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21003?
Set 42020 Twin-rotor Helicopter, released in 2014: it supplies 26%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
3D21002 Empire State Building2009 · 77 pieces
3D21004 Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum2009 · 208 pieces
3D21005 Fallingwater2009 · 811 pieces
19710 Sears Tower (Brickstructures Version)2008 · 68 pieces
19720 John Hancock Center (Brickstructures Version)2008 · 69 pieces
3D21000 Sears Tower2008 · 69 pieces
3D21001 John Hancock Center2008 · 72 pieces
3D21007 Rockefeller Center2010 · 240 pieces








