LEGO 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix: Set Guide

Specifications

Set number	40496
Release year	2021
Piece count	344
Minifigures	0
Theme	Brickheadz
Building instructions	Download the instructions on lego.com

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LEGO set 40496, Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix, depicts Harry Potter characters in the BrickHeadz format. Released in 2021 under the BrickHeadz theme, it contains 344 pieces and does not include any separate minifigures.

This BrickHeadz model presents Voldemort, Nagini and Bellatrix in the squared, stylised language of the range. Its subject matter comes from Harry Potter, while its theme classification is BrickHeadz, placing it among buildable character models rather than conventional play scenes.

The set content is based on brick built figures, not standalone LEGO minifigures.

It is suited to BrickHeadz collectors and Harry Potter fans who want character representations in a consistent display format. The model can stand on its own or be grouped with other BrickHeadz sets, particularly those connected to the same licence, to form a compact character display.

Inventory of set 40496

The inventory of set 40496 lists 344 pieces, spare parts excluded: 99 different lots (one shape in one color) for 60 part shapes. The box also contains 16 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.

Colors of set 40496

Main color: dark brown, making up 31% of the parts, followed by dark green (16%) and black (14%).

Color	Parts	Share
Dark Brown	107	31%
Dark Green	54	16%
Black	49	14%
Sand Green	39	11%
Light Bluish Gray	28	8.1%
White	24	7%
Tan	16	4.7%
Dark Tan	9	2.6%
Green	5	1.5%
Red	5	1.5%
Other colors (3)	8	2.3%

Part types

Type	Parts	Share
Plates	104	30%
Plates Round Curved and Dishes	64	19%
Bricks Special	41	12%
Tiles	33	9.6%
Bricks	23	6.7%
Bricks Curved	18	5.2%

Most common parts in set 40496

Part	Color	Quantity
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) 4032a	Dark Brown	47
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side 22885	Light Bluish Gray	27
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Dark Brown	20
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141	Dark Brown	16
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Dark Green	10
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] 11477	Sand Green	8
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Sand Green	8
Brick Wedged, Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Left 29120	Dark Brown	7
Plate 1 x 1 3024	Dark Green	7
Plate 2 x 4 3020	Dark Brown	6

56 of the 60 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 40496

4 part shapes in set 40496 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
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with 2 Black Triangles / Voldemort Nose print 41740pr0003	White
Brick 1 x 4 with Light Bluish Grey Corset print 3010pr0081	Black
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Stud Holder with White Shirt under Dark Green Robe print 3245cpr0191	Dark Green
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Dark Green Scale sprint 15068pr0048	Sand Green

Rebuilding set 40496 from another set

Share of the parts of set 40496 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:

Set	Found	Parts	Release year
40548 Spice Girls Tribute	34%	578	2022
40560 Professors of Hogwarts	30%	601	2022

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 40496 within its line

With 344 pieces, set 40496 ranks #23 out of 194 Brickheadz sets in our database, which have an average of 226 parts. Among the 519 sets released in 2021, it ranks #188.

Frequently asked questions

How many pieces does LEGO set 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix have?

LEGO set 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix has 344 pieces. It was released in 2021 as part of the Brickheadz theme.

What year was LEGO set 40496 released?

Set 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix was released in 2021 and belongs to the Brickheadz theme.

Which minifigures are included in set 40496?

LEGO set 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix does not include any minifigures.

Where can I find the building instructions for set 40496?

The instructions for LEGO set 40496 Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 40496.

What is the main color of LEGO set 40496?

Dark brown, with 107 out of 344 pieces, or 31%. Next come dark green (16%) and black (14%).

How many different parts does set 40496 contain?

Set 40496 has 99 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 60 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) in dark brown, with 47 copies.

Does LEGO set 40496 contain any exclusive parts?

Yes: 4 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with 2 Black Triangles / Voldemort Nose print.

Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 40496?

Set 40548 Spice Girls Tribute, released in 2022: it supplies 34%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.