LEGO Universal Building Set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun

Specifications
| Set number | 3041 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1998 |
| Piece count | 468 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Universal Building Set |
| Subtheme | Classic Basic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun, released in 1998 as part of the Universal Building Set line, has 468 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 113 different lots, across 11 colors.
Inventory of set 3041
The inventory of set 3041 lists 468 pieces, spare parts excluded: 113 different lots (one shape in one color) for 77 part shapes. The box also contains 2 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 3041
Main color: red, making up 24% of the parts, followed by blue (23%) and yellow (19%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 111 | 24% | |
| Blue | 109 | 23% | |
| Yellow | 89 | 19% | |
| White | 87 | 19% | |
| Black | 36 | 7.7% | |
| Green | 27 | 5.8% | |
| Dark Gray | 3 | 0.6% | |
| Trans-Clear | 2 | 0.4% | |
| Bright Green | 2 | 0.4% | |
| Light Gray | 1 | 0.2% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 0.2% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bricks | 315 | 67% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 30 | 6.4% | |
| Windows and Doors | 22 | 4.7% | |
| Plates | 19 | 4.1% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 12 | 2.6% | |
| Plants & Trees | 9 | 1.9% |
Most common parts in set 3041
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Yellow | 20 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Red | 20 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Blue | 16 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | White | 16 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | Yellow | 14 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | Red | 14 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | Blue | 12 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | White | 12 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Black | 10 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Yellow | 10 |
68 of the 77 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 3041 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 3041 from another set
Share of the parts of set 3041 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4267 Large Bucket | 99% | 468 | 1998 |
| 7335 Foundation Set - Blue Bucket | 91% | 468 | 2006 |
| 4153 Large Freestyle Playcase | 76% | 698 | 1995 |
| 3761 35th Anniversary Tub | 76% | 842 | 1998 |
| 3028 25th Anniversary Silver Tub | 76% | 845 | 1998 |
Set 4267 Large Bucket supplies 99% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 3041 within its line
With 468 pieces, set 3041 ranks #19 out of 54 Universal Building Set sets in our database, which have an average of 436 parts. Among the 233 sets released in 1998, it ranks #26.
Included minifigures
Man - Sunglasses, White Torso with Dolphin, Black Legs, White CapQuantity : 1
TV Worker - Blue Torso, Green Legs, FemaleQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun have?
LEGO set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun has 468 pieces. It was released in 1998 as part of the Universal Building Set theme.
What year was LEGO set 3041 released?
Set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun was released in 1998 and belongs to the Universal Building Set theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 3041?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 3041?
The instructions for LEGO set 3041 Big Bucket of Fun can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 3041.
What is the main color of LEGO set 3041?
Red, with 111 out of 468 pieces, or 24%. Next come blue (23%) and yellow (19%).
How many different parts does set 3041 contain?
Set 3041 has 113 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 77 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 2 in yellow, with 20 copies.
Does LEGO set 3041 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 3041?
Set 4267 Large Bucket, released in 1998: it supplies 99%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
4220 Large Box of Bricks1998 · 428 pieces
4216 Super Set 1001998 · 509 pieces
4226 Freestyle Bucket1998 · 517 pieces
4213 Super Set 2001998 · 519 pieces
2494 400-Piece Purple Bucket1998 · 400 pieces
4222 Challenger Set 3001998 · 364 pieces
4224 Medium Bucket1998 · 363 pieces
3758 35th Anniversary Bucket1998 · 600 pieces
Sets from the same year
3025 25th Anniversary Silver Bucket1998 · 601 pieces
4219 Brick Pack 1001998 · 288 pieces
4214 Medium Bucket1998 · 264 pieces
4215 Starter Set 3001998 · 264 pieces
4225 Challenger Set 3501998 · 244 pieces
4217 Playdesk and Bricks1998 · 215 pieces
2229 Bucketful of Fun1998 · 201 pieces
3040 Challenger Set 2001998 · 159 pieces
