LEGO Boat 4002 Riptide Racer

Specifications
| Set number | 4002 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1996 |
| Piece count | 54 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Boat |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 4002 Riptide Racer, released in 1996 as part of the Boat line, has 54 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 36 different lots, across 10 colors.
Inventory of set 4002
The inventory of set 4002 lists 54 pieces, spare parts excluded: 36 different lots (one shape in one color) for 35 part shapes. The box also contains 4 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 4002
Main color: red, making up 37% of the parts, followed by white (19%) and blue (17%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 20 | 37% | |
| White | 10 | 19% | |
| Blue | 9 | 17% | |
| Black | 4 | 7.4% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 2 | 3.7% | |
| Light Gray | 2 | 3.7% | |
| Chrome Silver | 2 | 3.7% | |
| Yellow | 2 | 3.7% | |
| Trans-Green | 1 | 1.9% | |
| Trans-Red | 1 | 1.9% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 11 | 20% | |
| Tiles Special | 7 | 13% | |
| Hinges, Arms and Turntables | 6 | 11% | |
| Tiles | 5 | 9.3% | |
| Bricks | 4 | 7.4% | |
| Transportation - Sea and Air | 3 | 5.6% |
Most common parts in set 4002
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Blue | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Red | 4 |
| Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner 2450 | Red | 2 |
| Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips 2555 | Red | 2 |
| Lever Small Base with Black Lever 298c02 | White | 2 |
| Brick 2 x 3 3002 | Blue | 2 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | Blue | 2 |
| Tile 2 x 2 with Groove 3068b | Red | 2 |
| Tail 4 x 2 x 2 3479 | Red | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Red | 2 |
28 of the 35 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
Exclusive parts in set 4002
2 part shapes in set 4002 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 4002-1 170902 | |
| Boat 24 x 6 x 3 [Complete Assembly] 125c01 | Black |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 4002 relies on a little-shared assortment.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Robert Paciorek, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
Octan RacerQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 4002 Riptide Racer have?
LEGO set 4002 Riptide Racer has 54 pieces. It was released in 1996 as part of the Boat theme.
What year was LEGO set 4002 released?
Set 4002 Riptide Racer was released in 1996 and belongs to the Boat theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 4002?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 4002 Riptide Racer: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 4002?
The instructions for LEGO set 4002 Riptide Racer can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 4002.
What is the main color of LEGO set 4002?
Red, with 20 out of 54 pieces, or 37%. Next come white (19%) and blue (17%).
How many different parts does set 4002 contain?
Set 4002 has 36 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 35 part shapes. Most common part: Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove in blue, with 4 copies.
Does LEGO set 4002 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Sticker Sheet for Set 4002-1.








