LEGO Technic 5218 Pneumatic Pack

Specifications
| Set number | 5218 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2000 |
| Piece count | 152 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Subtheme | Supplemental |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 5218 Pneumatic Pack, released in 2000 as part of the Technic line, has 152 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 53 different lots, across 6 colors.
Inventory of set 5218
The inventory of set 5218 lists 152 pieces, spare parts excluded: 53 different lots (one shape in one color) for 47 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 5218
Main color: black, making up 45% of the parts, followed by light gray (39%) and yellow (5.3%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 69 | 45% | |
| Light Gray | 60 | 39% | |
| Yellow | 8 | 5.3% | |
| Purple | 8 | 5.3% | |
| Blue | 5 | 3.3% | |
| Dark Gray | 2 | 1.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Axles | 28 | 18% | |
| Technic Beams | 25 | 16% | |
| Technic Bushes | 24 | 16% | |
| Technic Pins | 23 | 15% | |
| Technic Connectors | 20 | 13% | |
| Pneumatics | 8 | 5.3% |
Most common parts in set 5218
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Reduced 32123a | Light Gray | 20 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 12 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Black | 8 |
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Black | 7 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double 32291 | Purple | 6 |
| Technic Axle 4 3705 | Black | 5 |
| Technic Plate 2 x 4 [3 Holes] 3709 | Light Gray | 5 |
| Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I] 2905 | Black | 4 |
| Technic Axle 5 32073 | Black | 4 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick 32278 | Black | 4 |
38 of the 47 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 5218
One part shape in set 5218 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. Counting colors, 3 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Hose, Pneumatic 4mm D. 3.75L / 3cm 5102c03.75 | Blue |
Rebuilding set 5218 from another set
Share of the parts of set 5218 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8464 Pneumatic Front End Loader | 62% | 583 | 2001 |
| 8549 Tarakava | 58% | 397 | 2001 |
| 8445 Indy Storm / Formula 1 Racer | 56% | 434 | 1999 |
| 8432 Red Hot Machine | 56% | 471 | 1998 |
| 8428 Red Hot Machine with CD-ROM | 56% | 472 | 1998 |
Set 8464 Pneumatic Front End Loader supplies 62% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 5218 within its line
With 152 pieces, set 5218 ranks #330 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 197 sets released in 2000, it ranks #50. That is less than half the average Technic set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 5218 Pneumatic Pack have?
LEGO set 5218 Pneumatic Pack has 152 pieces. It was released in 2000 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 5218 released?
Set 5218 Pneumatic Pack was released in 2000 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 5218?
LEGO set 5218 Pneumatic Pack does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 5218?
The instructions for LEGO set 5218 Pneumatic Pack can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 5218.
What is the main color of LEGO set 5218?
Black, with 69 out of 152 pieces, or 45%. Next come light gray (39%) and yellow (5.3%).
How many different parts does set 5218 contain?
Set 5218 has 53 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 47 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Reduced in light gray, with 20 copies.
Does LEGO set 5218 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Hose, Pneumatic 4mm D. 3.75L / 3cm.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 5218?
Set 8464 Pneumatic Front End Loader, released in 2001: it supplies 62%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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8520 Millennium/Millennia2000 · 137 pieces
8516 The Boss2000 · 122 pieces
8237 Slammer Racer / Formula Force2000 · 110 pieces
8238 Slammer Dragsters / Dueling Dragsters2000 · 197 pieces
3057 Create 'n' Race - Master Builders2000 · 106 pieces
8305 Duel Bikes2000 · 208 pieces
8523 Blaster / Blaster Slizer2000 · 89 pieces








