LEGO Hero Factory 2231 Waspix
Specifications
| Set number | 2231 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2011 |
| Piece count | 48 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Hero Factory |
| Subtheme | Villains |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 2231 Waspix, released in 2011 as part of the Hero Factory line, has 48 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 17 different lots, across 5 colors.
Inventory of set 2231
The inventory of set 2231 lists 48 pieces, spare parts excluded: 17 different lots (one shape in one color) for 17 part shapes. The box also contains 4 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 2231
Main color: black, making up 60% of the parts, followed by yellow (19%) and dark bluish gray (10%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 29 | 60% | |
| Yellow | 9 | 19% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 5 | 10% | |
| Flat Silver | 3 | 6.2% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 4.2% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large Buildable Figures | 46 | 96% | |
| Animal / Creature Body Parts | 2 | 4.2% |
Most common parts in set 2231
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Large Figure Skeletal, Limb with 2 Ball Joints, and Ball Socket 90617 | Black | 8 |
| Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 4, Armor with Ball Joint Socket 90640 | Yellow | 6 |
| Large Figure Skeletal, Limb with Ball Joint on Axle and Ball Socket and Hole 90608 | Black | 5 |
| Large Figure Skeletal, Limb, 5L with Ball Joint on Axle and Ball Socket 90609 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Large Figure Weapon, Claw with Ball Joint Socket 87837 | Black | 4 |
| Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 5, Armor with Ball Joint Socket with Yellow Insect Print (Waspix) 90639pr0019 | Black | 3 |
| Large Figure Weapon Blade, Long Flexible 92218 | Flat Silver | 3 |
| Large Figure Foot, Claw with Ball Socket (Shadow Matoran) 60902 | Black | 2 |
| Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium 87747 | Black | 2 |
| Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 8, Armor with Ball Joint Socket 90636 | Trans-Yellow | 2 |
8 of the 17 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 2231
One part shape in set 2231 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. Counting colors, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 5, Armor with Ball Joint Socket with Yellow Insect Print (Waspix) 90639pr0019 | Black |
Rebuilding set 2231 from another set
Share of the parts of set 2231 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2236 Scorpio | 35% | 104 | 2011 |
| 4597 Captain America | 33% | 44 | 2012 |
| 2233 Fangz | 33% | 55 | 2011 |
No similarly sized set goes above 35%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 2231 within its line
With 48 pieces, set 2231 ranks #53 out of 76 Hero Factory sets in our database, which have an average of 83 parts. Among the 276 sets released in 2011, it ranks #220.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 2231 Waspix have?
LEGO set 2231 Waspix has 48 pieces. It was released in 2011 as part of the Hero Factory theme.
What year was LEGO set 2231 released?
Set 2231 Waspix was released in 2011 and belongs to the Hero Factory theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 2231?
LEGO set 2231 Waspix does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 2231?
The instructions for LEGO set 2231 Waspix can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 2231.
What is the main color of LEGO set 2231?
Black, with 29 out of 48 pieces, or 60%. Next come yellow (19%) and dark bluish gray (10%).
How many different parts does set 2231 contain?
Set 2231 has 17 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 17 part shapes. Most common part: Large Figure Skeletal, Limb with 2 Ball Joints, and Ball Socket in black, with 8 copies.
Does LEGO set 2231 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Large Figure Limb Cover, Size 5, Armor with Ball Joint Socket with Yellow Insect Print (Waspix).
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 2231?
Set 2236 Scorpio, released in 2011: it supplies 35%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
