LEGO Pirates 6240 Kraken Attackin'

Specifications
| Set number | 6240 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2009 |
| Piece count | 78 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Pirates |
| Subtheme | Pirates II |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6240 Kraken Attackin', released in 2009 as part of the Pirates line, has 78 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 34 different lots, across 14 colors.
Inventory of set 6240
The inventory of set 6240 lists 78 pieces, spare parts excluded: 34 different lots (one shape in one color) for 33 part shapes. The box also contains 2 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6240
Main color: reddish brown, making up 45% of the parts, followed by black (18%) and tan (15%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Brown | 35 | 45% | |
| Black | 14 | 18% | |
| Tan | 12 | 15% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 3 | 3.8% | |
| Red | 3 | 3.8% | |
| Pearl Gold | 2 | 2.6% | |
| Yellow | 2 | 2.6% | |
| Trans-Red | 1 | 1.3% | |
| Trans-Dark Blue | 1 | 1.3% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 1 | 1.3% | |
| Other colors (4) | 4 | 5.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bricks Round and Cones | 31 | 40% | |
| Plates | 14 | 18% | |
| Plates Special | 7 | 9% | |
| Technic Axles | 3 | 3.8% | |
| Bars, Ladders and Fences | 3 | 3.8% | |
| Minifig Shields, Weapons, & Tools | 2 | 2.6% |
Most common parts in set 6240
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole 3941 | Reddish Brown | 23 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Black | 7 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] 2540 | Tan | 5 |
| Plate 2 x 8 3034 | Tan | 5 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Reddish Brown | 4 |
| Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side 30414 | Red | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Reddish Brown | 2 |
| Technic Axle 4 3705 | Black | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 10 4477 | Tan | 2 |
| Bar 1L with Clip 48729a | Dark Bluish Gray | 2 |
24 of the 33 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 6240 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 6240 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6240 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60059 Logging Truck | 27% | 228 | 2014 |
| 70410 Soldiers Outpost | 26% | 164 | 2015 |
No similarly sized set goes above 27%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 6240 within its line
With 78 pieces, set 6240 ranks #29 out of 35 Pirates sets in our database, which have an average of 326 parts. Among the 254 sets released in 2009, it ranks #177. That is less than half the average Pirates set size.
Included minifigures
Pirate - Anchor Tattoo, Green Legs, Blue BandanaQuantity : 1
Pirate - Green Stripes, Black Legs, Black TricorneQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6240 Kraken Attackin' have?
LEGO set 6240 Kraken Attackin' has 78 pieces. It was released in 2009 as part of the Pirates theme.
What year was LEGO set 6240 released?
Set 6240 Kraken Attackin' was released in 2009 and belongs to the Pirates theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6240?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6240 Kraken Attackin': 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6240?
The instructions for LEGO set 6240 Kraken Attackin' can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6240.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6240?
Reddish brown, with 35 out of 78 pieces, or 45%. Next come black (18%) and tan (15%).
How many different parts does set 6240 contain?
Set 6240 has 34 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 33 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole in reddish brown, with 23 copies.
Does LEGO set 6240 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 6240?
Set 60059 Logging Truck, released in 2014: it supplies 27%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
852750 Pirates Tic Tac Toe2009 · 90 pieces
6239 Cannon Battle2009 · 45 pieces
852747 Battle Pack Pirates2009 · 40 pieces
6241 Loot Island2009 · 145 pieces
852751 Pirates Chess2009 · 285 pieces
6253 Shipwreck Hideout2009 · 313 pieces
6242 Soldiers' Fort2009 · 371 pieces
6243 Brickbeard's Bounty2009 · 596 pieces
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4540313 Creative Bucket2009 · 76 pieces
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