LEGO Pirates 6250 Cross Bone Clipper

Specifications
| Set number | 6250 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1997 |
| Piece count | 157 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Pirates |
| Subtheme | Pirates I |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper, released in 1997 as part of the Pirates line, has 157 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 93 different lots, across 9 colors.
Inventory of set 6250
The inventory of set 6250 lists 157 pieces, spare parts excluded: 93 different lots (one shape in one color) for 78 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6250
Main color: black, making up 38% of the parts, followed by red (25%) and light gray (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 59 | 38% | |
| Red | 39 | 25% | |
| Light Gray | 19 | 12% | |
| Yellow | 15 | 9.6% | |
| Brown | 9 | 5.7% | |
| White | 7 | 4.5% | |
| Dark Gray | 4 | 2.5% | |
| Chrome Gold | 4 | 2.5% | |
| Trans-Red | 1 | 0.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 34 | 22% | |
| Bricks Round and Cones | 16 | 10% | |
| Bricks | 14 | 8.9% | |
| Plates Special | 13 | 8.3% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 10 | 6.4% | |
| Bricks Curved | 9 | 5.7% |
Most common parts in set 6250
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top 6091 | Red | 7 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Light Gray | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Black | 6 |
| Brick 1 x 4 3010 | Black | 5 |
| Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] 4589 | Red | 5 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Red | 4 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Yellow | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 8 3460 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Light Gray | 4 |
| Brick Sloped 33° 3 x 1 4286 | Black | 4 |
56 of the 78 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 6250
3 part shapes in set 6250 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. Counting colors, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sail, Tattered, Rectangle with Damage and Red Stripes, Skull and 2 Cutlasses Print upn0334 | White |
| Boat Hull Section, Small Stern 14 x 12 x 5 1/3 with Green Top [Complete Assembly] 6053c04 | Black |
| Boat Hull Section, Small Bow 12 x 12 x 5 1/3 with Green Top [Complete Assembly] 6051c04 | Black |
Rebuilding set 6250 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6250 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6280 Armada Flagship | 37% | 291 | 1996 |
| 6291 Armada Flagship | 36% | 291 | 2001 |
| 6281 Pirates Perilous Pitfall | 34% | 404 | 1997 |
| 6279 Skull Island | 31% | 386 | 1995 |
| 2556 Ferrari Formula 1 Racing Car | 31% | 580 | 1997 |
No similarly sized set goes above 37%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 6250 within its line
With 157 pieces, set 6250 ranks #23 out of 35 Pirates sets in our database, which have an average of 326 parts. Among the 149 sets released in 1997, it ranks #57. That is less than half the average Pirates set size.
Included minifigures
Pirate - Captain, Light Gray Hook, Bicorne with Skull, 3626bQuantity : 1
Pirate - Female, Black Legs, Red BandanaQuantity : 1
Pirate - Green Vest, Red Legs, Brown TricorneQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper have?
LEGO set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper has 157 pieces. It was released in 1997 as part of the Pirates theme.
What year was LEGO set 6250 released?
Set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper was released in 1997 and belongs to the Pirates theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6250?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6250?
The instructions for LEGO set 6250 Cross Bone Clipper can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6250.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6250?
Black, with 59 out of 157 pieces, or 38%. Next come red (25%) and light gray (12%).
How many different parts does set 6250 contain?
Set 6250 has 93 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 78 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top in red, with 7 copies.
Does LEGO set 6250 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 3 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Sail, Tattered, Rectangle with Damage and Red Stripes, Skull and 2 Cutlasses Print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 6250?
Set 6280 Armada Flagship, released in 1996: it supplies 37%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6249 Pirates Ambush1997 · 159 pieces
6204 Buccaneers1997 · 42 pieces
6281 Pirates Perilous Pitfall1997 · 404 pieces
6248 Volcano Island1996 · 123 pieces
6296 Shipwreck Island1996 · 226 pieces
6244 Armada Sentry1996 · 74 pieces
3D6232 Skeleton Crew1996 · 31 pieces
6280 Armada Flagship1996 · 291 pieces
Sets from the same year
6496 Whirling Time Warper1997 · 158 pieces
9267 Doors and Windows1997 · 156 pieces
3D6442 Sting Ray Explorer1997 · 151 pieces
6444 Outback Airstrip1997 · 167 pieces
6099 Traitor Transport (with Cave)1997 · 146 pieces
6047 Traitor Transport1997 · 145 pieces
6557 Treasure Hunters1997 · 144 pieces
8222 V-TOL1997 · 141 pieces
