LEGO Seasonal 30543 Holiday Train

Specifications
| Set number | 30543 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2018 |
| Piece count | 66 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Seasonal |
| Subtheme | Christmas › Creator |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 30543 Holiday Train, released in 2018 as part of the Seasonal line, has 66 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 29 different lots, across 10 colors.
Inventory of set 30543
The inventory of set 30543 lists 66 pieces, spare parts excluded: 29 different lots (one shape in one color) for 24 part shapes. The box also contains 6 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 30543
Main color: black, making up 48% of the parts, followed by red (29%) and trans-clear (4.5%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 32 | 48% | |
| Red | 19 | 29% | |
| Trans-Clear | 3 | 4.5% | |
| Pearl Gold | 3 | 4.5% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 2 | 3% | |
| Dark Green | 2 | 3% | |
| White | 2 | 3% | |
| Medium Azure | 1 | 1.5% | |
| Lime | 1 | 1.5% | |
| Bright Pink | 1 | 1.5% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates Special | 17 | 26% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 12 | 18% | |
| Plates | 10 | 15% | |
| Panels | 10 | 15% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 6 | 9.1% | |
| Bricks | 5 | 7.6% |
Most common parts in set 30543
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Train Wheel Small, hole notched for wheels holder pin 50254 | Black | 12 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheel Holders 4600 | Black | 6 |
| Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner 6231 | Red | 6 |
| Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] 4865b | Red | 4 |
| Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube 3065 | Trans-Clear | 3 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail 32028 | Black | 3 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Pearl Gold | 3 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball 14417 | Dark Bluish Gray | 2 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Black | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Red | 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 30543 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 30543 from another set
Share of the parts of set 30543 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40138 Christmas Train | 33% | 233 | 2015 |
| 30584 Winter Christmas Train | 27% | 73 | 2022 |
| 40034 Christmas Train | 27% | 82 | 2012 |
No similarly sized set goes above 33%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 30543 within its line
With 66 pieces, set 30543 ranks #296 out of 393 Seasonal sets in our database, which have an average of 230 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2018, it ranks #368. That is less than half the average Seasonal set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 30543 Holiday Train have?
LEGO set 30543 Holiday Train has 66 pieces. It was released in 2018 as part of the Seasonal theme.
What year was LEGO set 30543 released?
Set 30543 Holiday Train was released in 2018 and belongs to the Seasonal theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 30543?
LEGO set 30543 Holiday Train does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 30543?
The instructions for LEGO set 30543 Holiday Train can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 30543.
What is the main color of LEGO set 30543?
Black, with 32 out of 66 pieces, or 48%. Next come red (29%) and trans-clear (4.5%).
How many different parts does set 30543 contain?
Set 30543 has 29 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 24 part shapes. Most common part: Train Wheel Small, hole notched for wheels holder pin in black, with 12 copies.
Does LEGO set 30543 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 30543?
Set 40138 Christmas Train, released in 2015: it supplies 33%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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