LEGO Architecture 21016 Sungnyemun

Specifications
| Set number | 21016 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2012 |
| Piece count | 325 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Architecture |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 21016 Sungnyemun, released in 2012 as part of the Architecture line, has 325 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 50 different lots, across 7 colors.
Inventory of set 21016
The inventory of set 21016 lists 325 pieces, spare parts excluded: 50 different lots (one shape in one color) for 37 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21016
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 35% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (19%) and black (18%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 115 | 35% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 61 | 19% | |
| Black | 58 | 18% | |
| Dark Green | 34 | 10% | |
| White | 29 | 8.9% | |
| Dark Red | 18 | 5.5% | |
| Dark Tan | 10 | 3.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 188 | 58% | |
| Tiles | 38 | 12% | |
| Plates Special | 35 | 11% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 24 | 7.4% | |
| Panels | 12 | 3.7% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 12 | 3.7% |
Most common parts in set 21016
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Dark Bluish Gray | 24 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | White | 24 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] 2540 | Dark Bluish Gray | 18 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Dark Red | 18 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Bluish Gray | 16 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Light Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Light Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Plate 2 x 6 3795 | Black | 13 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Dark Green | 10 |
36 of the 37 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 21016
One part shape in set 21016 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 "Sungnyemun" Print 4162pr0022 | Black |
Rebuilding set 21016 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21016 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75352 Emperor's Throne Room Diorama | 30% | 807 | 2023 |
| 10269 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy | 26% | 1,023 | 2019 |
| 10262 James Bond Aston Martin DB5 | 26% | 1,297 | 2018 |
No similarly sized set goes above 30%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21016 within its line
With 325 pieces, set 21016 ranks #50 out of 64 Architecture sets in our database, which have an average of 846 parts. Among the 321 sets released in 2012, it ranks #84. 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: Merlijn Wissink, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 21016 Sungnyemun have?
LEGO set 21016 Sungnyemun has 325 pieces. It was released in 2012 as part of the Architecture theme.
What year was LEGO set 21016 released?
Set 21016 Sungnyemun was released in 2012 and belongs to the Architecture theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21016?
LEGO set 21016 Sungnyemun does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21016?
The instructions for LEGO set 21016 Sungnyemun can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21016.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21016?
Light bluish gray, with 115 out of 325 pieces, or 35%. Next come dark bluish gray (19%) and black (18%).
How many different parts does set 21016 contain?
Set 21016 has 50 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 37 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 1 in dark bluish gray, with 24 copies.
Does LEGO set 21016 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Tile 1 x 8 with "Sungnyemun" Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21016?
Set 75352 Emperor's Throne Room Diorama, released in 2023: it supplies 30%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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3D21011 Brandenburg Gate2011 · 363 pieces
3D21008 Burj Khalifa2011 · 208 pieces
3D21009 Farnsworth House2011 · 546 pieces
3D21018 United Nations Headquarters2013 · 597 pieces








