LEGO Creator 31003 Red Rotors

Specifications
| Set number | 31003 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 |
| Piece count | 145 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Subtheme | Creator 3-in-1 |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Creator set 31003 Red Rotors is a 2013 model focused on a red rotor aircraft.
Red Rotors belongs to the Creator range, where the emphasis is on stand-alone builds made from broadly useful elements.
That means there is no pilot or character roster to accompany the build. The contents are directed toward the vehicle itself, including parts that establish the overall outline, the red colour scheme and details suggesting mechanical or rotating assemblies.
The set suits builders who collect compact Creator models or want a small aircraft for display and open-ended play. Within Creator 3-in-1, it can be placed among vehicle-focused sets that rely on the construction subject rather than minifigures or a licensed setting for their identity.
Inventory of set 31003
The inventory of set 31003 lists 145 pieces, spare parts excluded: 52 different lots (one shape in one color) for 45 part shapes. The box also contains 5 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 31003
Main color: red, making up 41% of the parts, followed by black (15%) and light bluish gray (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 60 | 41% | |
| Black | 22 | 15% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 21 | 14% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 11 | 7.6% | |
| Orange | 11 | 7.6% | |
| Trans-Clear | 6 | 4.1% | |
| White | 6 | 4.1% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 3 | 2.1% | |
| Metallic Silver | 2 | 1.4% | |
| Tan | 2 | 1.4% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 0.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 35 | 24% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 29 | 20% | |
| Bricks | 15 | 10% | |
| Bricks Curved | 11 | 7.6% | |
| Tiles Special | 9 | 6.2% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 8 | 5.5% |
Most common parts in set 31003
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 85984 | Red | 10 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Black | 8 |
| Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top 6091 | Red | 8 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Trans-Clear | 6 |
| Tile 1 x 1 with Groove 3070b | White | 6 |
| Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin 2460 | Red | 4 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Red | 4 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Red | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Red | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Orange | 4 |
45 of the 45 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 31003 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 31003 from another set
Share of the parts of set 31003 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5892 Sonic Boom | 33% | 539 | 2010 |
| 31024 Roaring Power | 26% | 374 | 2014 |
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 31003 within its line
With 145 pieces, set 31003 ranks #345 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 356 sets released in 2013, it ranks #172. That is less than half the average Creator set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 31003 Red Rotors have?
LEGO set 31003 Red Rotors has 145 pieces. It was released in 2013 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 31003 released?
Set 31003 Red Rotors was released in 2013 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 31003?
LEGO set 31003 Red Rotors does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 31003?
The instructions for LEGO set 31003 Red Rotors can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 31003.
What is the main color of LEGO set 31003?
Red, with 60 out of 145 pieces, or 41%. Next come black (15%) and light bluish gray (14%).
How many different parts does set 31003 contain?
Set 31003 has 52 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 45 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 in red, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 31003 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 31003?
Set 5892 Sonic Boom, released in 2010: it supplies 33%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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31002 Super Racer2013 · 121 pieces
40079 Mini VW T1 Camper Van2013 · 76 pieces
40073 Panda2013 · 70 pieces
31007 Power Mech2013 · 223 pieces
31000 Mini Speeder2013 · 65 pieces
31001 Mini Skyflyers2013 · 62 pieces
30184 Little Helicopter2013 · 56 pieces








