LEGO Minecraft 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition

Specifications
| Set number | 21269 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2025 |
| Piece count | 247 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Minecraft |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO 21269, The Armadillo Mine Expedition, is part of the Minecraft theme and depicts a mine scene inspired by the game. Released in 2025, it contains 247 pieces and focuses on an armadillo miner during an underground expedition.
This set belongs to the LEGO Minecraft range, which converts game locations, creatures and situations into brick-built scenes. Its subject is a mining expedition centred on an armadillo character, presented as a compact setting rather than a large environment.
Available product information also refers to a poisonous spider, a wolf and a TNT function, pointing to a mine scenario with exploration, danger, an animal element and a simple action feature.
The model is suited to play, especially for Minecraft mining stories, while also working as a small display module. Within the theme, it sits as a focused mine scene that can be placed alongside other underground, survival or adventure-based Minecraft sets.
Inventory of set 21269
The inventory of set 21269 lists 247 pieces, spare parts excluded: 102 different lots (one shape in one color) for 65 part shapes. The box also contains 15 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21269
Main color: reddish brown, making up 18% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (15%) and dark orange (8.9%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Brown | 45 | 18% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 36 | 15% | |
| Dark Orange | 22 | 8.9% | |
| Black | 22 | 8.9% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 19 | 7.7% | |
| Medium Nougat | 16 | 6.5% | |
| Olive Green | 16 | 6.5% | |
| Tan | 9 | 3.6% | |
| Orange | 8 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Dark Blue | 8 | 3.2% | |
| Other colors (14) | 46 | 19% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 85 | 34% | |
| Bricks | 54 | 22% | |
| Plates Special | 41 | 17% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 16 | 6.5% | |
| Tiles | 11 | 4.5% | |
| Plants & Trees | 9 | 3.6% |
Most common parts in set 21269
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Dark Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Light Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) 87580 | Olive Green | 10 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Reddish Brown | 9 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Reddish Brown | 7 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Black | 7 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Reddish Brown | 6 |
| Plate 6 x 6 3958 | Olive Green | 5 |
| Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Hollow Clip [Complete Assembly] 1927 | Black | 4 |
58 of the 65 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 21269
2 part shapes in set 21269 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. Counting colors, 3 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Animal Body Part, Head Blocky Armadillo with Black Eyes print 6985pr0001 | Medium Nougat |
| Animal Body Part, Head Blocky with Pixelated Face, Tan Nose, Nougat Forehead Print 20308pr0005 | Light Bluish Gray |
Rebuilding set 21269 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21269 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21597 Ghast Station | 42% | 755 | 2026 |
| 21147 The Bedrock Adventures | 40% | 644 | 2018 |
| 21263 The Badlands Mineshaft | 35% | 538 | 2024 |
| 21161 The Crafting Box 3.0 | 34% | 564 | 2020 |
| 21118 The Mine | 32% | 922 | 2014 |
No similarly sized set goes above 42%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21269 within its line
With 247 pieces, set 21269 ranks #99 out of 155 Minecraft sets in our database, which have an average of 393 parts. Among the 625 sets released in 2025, it ranks #359.
Included minifigures
Armadillo MinerQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition have?
LEGO set 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition has 247 pieces. It was released in 2025 as part of the Minecraft theme.
What year was LEGO set 21269 released?
Set 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition was released in 2025 and belongs to the Minecraft theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21269?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21269?
The instructions for LEGO set 21269 The Armadillo Mine Expedition can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21269.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21269?
Reddish brown, with 45 out of 247 pieces, or 18%. Next come light bluish gray (15%) and dark orange (8.9%).
How many different parts does set 21269 contain?
Set 21269 has 102 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 65 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 2 x 2 in dark bluish gray, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 21269 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Animal Body Part, Head Blocky Armadillo with Black Eyes print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21269?
Set 21597 Ghast Station, released in 2026: it supplies 42%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Does the set include an action feature?
Yes, available product information mentions a TNT function connected to the mine setting.
See also
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