LEGO Educational and Dacta 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage

Specifications
| Set number | 45002 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 |
| Piece count | 99 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Educational and Dacta |
| Subtheme | Duplo and Explore |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage, released in 2013 as part of the Educational and Dacta line, has 99 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 42 different lots, across 15 colors.
Inventory of set 45002
The inventory of set 45002 lists 99 pieces, spare parts excluded: 42 different lots (one shape in one color) for 36 part shapes.
Colors of set 45002
Main color: black, making up 23% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (22%) and light bluish gray (19%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 23 | 23% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 22 | 22% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 19 | 19% | |
| Red | 7 | 7.1% | |
| Orange | 6 | 6.1% | |
| Yellow | 4 | 4% | |
| Blue | 3 | 3% | |
| Tan | 3 | 3% | |
| Flat Silver | 3 | 3% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 2% | |
| Other colors (5) | 5 | 5.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duplo, Quatro and Primo | 89 | 90% | |
| Non-Buildable Figures (Duplo, Fabuland, etc) | 6 | 6.1% | |
| Gear Parts | 4 | 4% |
Most common parts in set 45002
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Duplo Toolo Wheel with Action Wheeler Screw Short 99565c01 | Light Bluish Gray | 16 |
| Duplo Toolo Tyre (Tire) with Deep Tread 44970 | Black | 8 |
| Duplo Toolo Brick 4 x 6 with Holes on Sides and Top and 3 Screws in Top 86599 | Black | 7 |
| Duplo Toolo Brick 2 x 4 with Holes on Sides and Top and 1 Screw in Top 31184c01 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Duplo Toolo Arm 2 x 6 with Triangular Set Screw and Clip Ends 74847 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Duplo Toolo Brick 2 x 2 with Angled Bracket with Forks and Two Screws, Holes at Side 45202 | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Duplo Tread, Thick Cleats 71981 | Black | 4 |
| Duplo Toolo Tool Screwdriver 74864 | Red | 4 |
| Duplo Brick 2 x 2 3437 | Tan | 3 |
| Duplo Brick 2 x 2 3437 | Dark Bluish Gray | 3 |
8 of the 36 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 45002 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 45002 from another set
Share of the parts of set 45002 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45015 Tech Machines | 98% | 97 | 2013 |
| 9206 Tech Machines Set | 48% | 120 | 2008 |
| 9692 Tech Machines Set | 30% | 38 | 2009 |
Set 45015 Tech Machines supplies 98% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 45002 within its line
With 99 pieces, set 45002 ranks #274 out of 480 Educational and Dacta sets in our database, which have an average of 281 parts. Among the 356 sets released in 2013, it ranks #205. That is less than half the average Educational and Dacta set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage have?
LEGO set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage has 99 pieces. It was released in 2013 as part of the Educational and Dacta theme.
What year was LEGO set 45002 released?
Set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage was released in 2013 and belongs to the Educational and Dacta theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 45002?
LEGO set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 45002?
The instructions for LEGO set 45002 Tech Machines Set with Storage can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 45002.
What is the main color of LEGO set 45002?
Black, with 23 out of 99 pieces, or 23%. Next come dark bluish gray (22%) and light bluish gray (19%).
How many different parts does set 45002 contain?
Set 45002 has 42 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 36 part shapes. Most common part: Duplo Toolo Wheel with Action Wheeler Screw Short in light bluish gray, with 16 copies.
Does LEGO set 45002 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 45002?
Set 45015 Tech Machines, released in 2013: it supplies 98%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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