LEGO Seasonal 30478 Jolly Santa

Specifications
| Set number | 30478 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2017 |
| Piece count | 74 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Seasonal |
| Subtheme | Christmas › Creator |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 30478 Jolly Santa, released in 2017 as part of the Seasonal line, has 74 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 31 different lots, across 9 colors.
Inventory of set 30478
The inventory of set 30478 lists 74 pieces, spare parts excluded: 31 different lots (one shape in one color) for 20 part shapes. The box also contains 5 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 30478
Main color: red, making up 34% of the parts, followed by white (27%) and black (18%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 25 | 34% | |
| White | 20 | 27% | |
| Black | 13 | 18% | |
| Reddish Brown | 8 | 11% | |
| Bright Pink | 2 | 2.7% | |
| Orange | 2 | 2.7% | |
| Green | 2 | 2.7% | |
| Tan | 1 | 1.4% | |
| Yellow | 1 | 1.4% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 33 | 45% | |
| Plates Special | 8 | 11% | |
| Bricks Curved | 7 | 9.5% | |
| Bricks | 6 | 8.1% | |
| Tiles | 6 | 8.1% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 5 | 6.8% |
Most common parts in set 30478
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | White | 8 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | Red | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Red | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 5 |
| Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top 6091 | Red | 5 |
| Tile 1 x 1 with Groove 3070b | Red | 3 |
| Tile 1 x 1 with Groove 3070b | Black | 3 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | White | 3 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Reddish Brown | 2 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Red | 2 |
20 of the 20 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 30478 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 30478 from another set
Share of the parts of set 30478 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6291 Armada Flagship | 34% | 291 | 2001 |
| 6280 Armada Flagship | 34% | 291 | 1996 |
| 6244853 Lion Dance | 31% | 264 | 2018 |
| 40115 LEGOLAND Entrance with Family | 30% | 272 | 2014 |
| 8484 Ultimate Build Lightning McQueen | 28% | 242 | 2011 |
No similarly sized set goes above 34%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 30478 within its line
With 74 pieces, set 30478 ranks #280 out of 393 Seasonal sets in our database, which have an average of 230 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2017, it ranks #348. That is less than half the average Seasonal set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 30478 Jolly Santa have?
LEGO set 30478 Jolly Santa has 74 pieces. It was released in 2017 as part of the Seasonal theme.
What year was LEGO set 30478 released?
Set 30478 Jolly Santa was released in 2017 and belongs to the Seasonal theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 30478?
LEGO set 30478 Jolly Santa does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 30478?
The instructions for LEGO set 30478 Jolly Santa can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 30478.
What is the main color of LEGO set 30478?
Red, with 25 out of 74 pieces, or 34%. Next come white (27%) and black (18%).
How many different parts does set 30478 contain?
Set 30478 has 31 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 20 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in white, with 8 copies.
Does LEGO set 30478 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 30478?
Set 6291 Armada Flagship, released in 2001: it supplies 34%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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