LEGO Creator 31047 Propeller Plane

Specifications
| Set number | 31047 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2016 |
| Piece count | 230 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Subtheme | Creator 3-in-1 |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 31047 “Propeller Plane” depicts a propeller aircraft in the Creator theme, specifically within Creator 3-in-1.
Set 31047 belongs to Creator 3-in-1, a branch of the Creator theme focused on standalone builds and rebuildable model ideas. Its main subject is a propeller plane. It is not tied to a licensed setting and does not present a character scene, instead placing the aircraft itself at the centre of the build.
The build therefore focuses on the shape of the aircraft, including the fuselage, wings and the propeller referenced in the set name.
It can be used for vehicle based play or displayed as part of a compact Creator collection. It is a suitable companion to other Creator 3-in-1 vehicle sets where the emphasis is on the model itself rather than on a story setting.
Inventory of set 31047
The inventory of set 31047 lists 230 pieces, spare parts excluded: 92 different lots (one shape in one color) for 76 part shapes. The box also contains 10 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 31047
Main color: red, making up 32% of the parts, followed by black (17%) and white (17%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 74 | 32% | |
| Black | 39 | 17% | |
| White | 38 | 17% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 34 | 15% | |
| Yellow | 18 | 7.8% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 17 | 7.4% | |
| Flat Silver | 6 | 2.6% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 3 | 1.3% | |
| Trans-Brown | 1 | 0.4% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 55 | 24% | |
| Plates Special | 27 | 12% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 25 | 11% | |
| Tiles | 19 | 8.3% | |
| Bricks Curved | 15 | 6.5% | |
| Bricks | 14 | 6.1% |
Most common parts in set 31047
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] 15672 | Red | 10 |
| Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 15068 | Red | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | White | 7 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Flat Silver | 6 |
| Tile 1 x 1 with Groove 3070b | Yellow | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs, 3 Bottom Tubes 92593 | Black | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | Red | 5 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] 2540 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Tile 2 x 4 with Groove 87079 | Red | 5 |
| Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Rounded Corners] 10201 | Black | 4 |
76 of the 76 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 31047 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 31047 from another set
Share of the parts of set 31047 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75913 F14 T & Scuderia Ferrari Truck | 33% | 892 | 2015 |
| 75889 Ferrari Ultimate Garage | 32% | 856 | 2018 |
| 7347 Highway Pickup | 26% | 805 | 2012 |
| 76051 Super Hero Airport Battle | 25% | 808 | 2016 |
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 31047 within its line
With 230 pieces, set 31047 ranks #270 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 459 sets released in 2016, it ranks #168.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 31047 Propeller Plane have?
LEGO set 31047 Propeller Plane has 230 pieces. It was released in 2016 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 31047 released?
Set 31047 Propeller Plane was released in 2016 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 31047?
LEGO set 31047 Propeller Plane does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 31047?
The instructions for LEGO set 31047 Propeller Plane can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 31047.
What is the main color of LEGO set 31047?
Red, with 74 out of 230 pieces, or 32%. Next come black (17%) and white (17%).
How many different parts does set 31047 contain?
Set 31047 has 92 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 76 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] in red, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 31047 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 31047?
Set 75913 F14 T & Scuderia Ferrari Truck, released in 2015: it supplies 33%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
31046 Fast Car2016 · 222 pieces
31060 Airshow Aces2016 · 246 pieces
3D31045 Ocean Explorer2016 · 213 pieces
31044 Park Animals2016 · 202 pieces
31059 Sunset Street Bike2016 · 194 pieces
3D31049 Twin Spin Helicopter2016 · 326 pieces
31043 Chopper Transporter2016 · 124 pieces
40220 London Bus2016 · 118 pieces








