LEGO Architecture 21031 Burj Khalifa

Specifications
| Set number | 21031 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 |
| Piece count | 333 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Architecture |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 21031 Burj Khalifa, released in 2016 as part of the Architecture line, has 333 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 56 different lots, across 7 colors.
Inventory of set 21031
The inventory of set 21031 lists 333 pieces, spare parts excluded: 56 different lots (one shape in one color) for 48 part shapes. The box also contains 7 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21031
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 74% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (9.6%) and tan (7.8%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 245 | 74% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 32 | 9.6% | |
| Tan | 26 | 7.8% | |
| Black | 25 | 7.5% | |
| Blue | 2 | 0.6% | |
| Dark Red | 2 | 0.6% | |
| Orange | 1 | 0.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bricks Sloped | 89 | 27% | |
| Plates | 75 | 23% | |
| Tiles | 51 | 15% | |
| Bricks Special | 36 | 11% | |
| Technic Bricks | 16 | 4.8% | |
| Bricks Curved | 12 | 3.6% |
Most common parts in set 21031
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 85984 | Light Bluish Gray | 54 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Light Bluish Gray | 47 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side 11211 | Light Bluish Gray | 29 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | Dark Bluish Gray | 24 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Tan | 20 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin 32064a | Light Bluish Gray | 13 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | Light Bluish Gray | 11 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] 73983 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Black | 7 |
47 of the 48 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 21031 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 21031 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21031 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21055 Burj Khalifa | 100% | 333 | 2019 |
| 76057 Spider-Man: Web Warriors Ultimate Bridge Battle | 32% | 1,093 | 2016 |
| 10262 James Bond Aston Martin DB5 | 31% | 1,297 | 2018 |
| 21316 The Flintstones | 28% | 748 | 2019 |
| 10269 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy | 26% | 1,023 | 2019 |
Set 21055 Burj Khalifa supplies 100% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 21031 within its line
With 333 pieces, set 21031 ranks #49 out of 64 Architecture sets in our database, which have an average of 846 parts. Among the 459 sets released in 2016, it ranks #124. 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 21031 Burj Khalifa have?
LEGO set 21031 Burj Khalifa has 333 pieces. It was released in 2016 as part of the Architecture theme.
What year was LEGO set 21031 released?
Set 21031 Burj Khalifa was released in 2016 and belongs to the Architecture theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21031?
LEGO set 21031 Burj Khalifa does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21031?
The instructions for LEGO set 21031 Burj Khalifa can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21031.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21031?
Light bluish gray, with 245 out of 333 pieces, or 74%. Next come dark bluish gray (9.6%) and tan (7.8%).
How many different parts does set 21031 contain?
Set 21031 has 56 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 48 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 in light bluish gray, with 54 copies.
Does LEGO set 21031 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 21031?
Set 21055 Burj Khalifa, released in 2019: it supplies 100%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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3D21036 Arc de Triomphe2017 · 386 pieces
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