LEGO Star Wars 30242 Republic Frigate

Specifications
| Set number | 30242 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 |
| Piece count | 45 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 30242 Republic Frigate, released in 2013 as part of the Star Wars line, has 45 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 25 different lots, across 5 colors.
Inventory of set 30242
The inventory of set 30242 lists 45 pieces, spare parts excluded: 25 different lots (one shape in one color) for 24 part shapes. The box also contains 2 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 30242
Main color: light bluish gray, making up 56% of the parts, followed by dark red (22%) and dark bluish gray (13%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bluish Gray | 25 | 56% | |
| Dark Red | 10 | 22% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 6 | 13% | |
| Trans-Neon Green | 3 | 6.7% | |
| Trans-Clear | 1 | 2.2% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 9 | 20% | |
| Plates Special | 9 | 20% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 8 | 18% | |
| Plates Wedged | 4 | 8.9% | |
| Tiles | 4 | 8.9% | |
| Bricks Curved | 4 | 8.9% |
Most common parts in set 30242
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Light Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted 99207 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Dark Red | 3 |
| Brick Curved 2 x 2, Two Top Studs 30165 | Dark Bluish Gray | 3 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Light Bluish Gray | 3 |
| Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] 4740 | Trans-Neon Green | 3 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) 87580 | Light Bluish Gray | 3 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Dark Red | 2 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Dark Red | 2 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) 3794b | Dark Bluish Gray | 2 |
24 of the 24 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 30242 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 30242 from another set
Share of the parts of set 30242 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8085 Freeco Speeder | 29% | 177 | 2010 |
| 75077 Homing Spider Droid | 27% | 102 | 2015 |
No similarly sized set goes above 29%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 30242 within its line
With 45 pieces, set 30242 ranks #751 out of 814 Star Wars sets in our database, which have an average of 495 parts. Among the 356 sets released in 2013, it ranks #287. That is less than half the average Star Wars set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 30242 Republic Frigate have?
LEGO set 30242 Republic Frigate has 45 pieces. It was released in 2013 as part of the Star Wars theme.
What year was LEGO set 30242 released?
Set 30242 Republic Frigate was released in 2013 and belongs to the Star Wars theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 30242?
LEGO set 30242 Republic Frigate does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 30242?
The instructions for LEGO set 30242 Republic Frigate can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 30242.
What is the main color of LEGO set 30242?
Light bluish gray, with 25 out of 45 pieces, or 56%. Next come dark red (22%) and dark bluish gray (13%).
How many different parts does set 30242 contain?
Set 30242 has 25 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 24 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in light bluish gray, with 5 copies.
Does LEGO set 30242 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 30242?
Set 8085 Freeco Speeder, released in 2010: it supplies 29%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
30241 Mandalorian Fighter2013 · 49 pieces
30243 Umbaran MHC2013 · 49 pieces
30240 Z-95 Headhunter2013 · 54 pieces
75008 TIE Bomber & Asteroid Field2013 · 60 pieces
75006 Jedi Starfighter & Planet Kamino2013 · 61 pieces
75001 Republic Troopers vs. Sith Troopers2013 · 63 pieces
75009 Snowspeeder & Planet Hoth2013 · 69 pieces
75007 Republic Assault Ship & Planet Coruscant2013 · 74 pieces
Sets from the same year
3D75010 B-wing Starfighter & Planet Endor2013 · 83 pieces
75011 Tantive IV & Planet Alderaan2013 · 102 pieces
75000 Clone Troopers vs. Droidekas2013 · 124 pieces
75003 A-wing Starfighter2013 · 177 pieces
75022 Mandalorian Speeder2013 · 195 pieces
75002 AT-RT2013 · 222 pieces
75012 BARC Speeder with Sidecar2013 · 226 pieces
75015 Corporate Alliance Tank Droid2013 · 271 pieces
