LEGO Pirates 6291 Armada Flagship

Specifications
| Set number | 6291 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2001 |
| Piece count | 291 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Pirates |
| Subtheme | Pirates I |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6291 Armada Flagship, released in 2001 as part of the Pirates line, has 291 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 146 different lots, across 12 colors.
Inventory of set 6291
The inventory of set 6291 lists 291 pieces, spare parts excluded: 146 different lots (one shape in one color) for 119 part shapes. The box also contains 7 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6291
Main color: black, making up 40% of the parts, followed by white (24%) and red (18%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 115 | 40% | |
| White | 70 | 24% | |
| Red | 52 | 18% | |
| Yellow | 15 | 5.2% | |
| Brown | 9 | 3.1% | |
| Chrome Gold | 8 | 2.7% | |
| Green | 5 | 1.7% | |
| Dark Gray | 5 | 1.7% | |
| Blue | 5 | 1.7% | |
| Light Gray | 5 | 1.7% | |
| Other colors (2) | 2 | 0.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 66 | 23% | |
| Bricks | 26 | 8.9% | |
| Bricks Round and Cones | 24 | 8.2% | |
| Plates Special | 23 | 7.9% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 19 | 6.5% | |
| Bricks Curved | 17 | 5.8% |
Most common parts in set 6291
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Red | 9 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Black | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Red | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 6 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | White | 6 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Red | 6 |
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Black | 6 |
| Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] 4589 | Red | 6 |
| Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top 6091 | Red | 6 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | White | 5 |
92 of the 119 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 6291 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 6291 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6291 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6280 Armada Flagship | 99% | 291 | 1996 |
| 6289 Red Beard Runner | 47% | 711 | 1996 |
| 6290 Red Beard Runner | 47% | 712 | 2001 |
| 10040 Black Seas Barracuda | 35% | 916 | 2002 |
| 10183 Hobby Train | 27% | 1,080 | 2007 |
Set 6280 Armada Flagship supplies 99% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 6291 within its line
With 291 pieces, set 6291 ranks #13 out of 35 Pirates sets in our database, which have an average of 326 parts. Among the 173 sets released in 2001, it ranks #35.
Included minifigures
Soldier (Imperial Armada) - RedQuantity : 1
Soldier (Imperial Armada) - GreenQuantity : 1
Soldier (Imperial Armada) - Red, CaptainQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6291 Armada Flagship have?
LEGO set 6291 Armada Flagship has 291 pieces. It was released in 2001 as part of the Pirates theme.
What year was LEGO set 6291 released?
Set 6291 Armada Flagship was released in 2001 and belongs to the Pirates theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6291?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6291 Armada Flagship: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6291?
The instructions for LEGO set 6291 Armada Flagship can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6291.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6291?
Black, with 115 out of 291 pieces, or 40%. Next come white (24%) and red (18%).
How many different parts does set 6291 contain?
Set 6291 has 146 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 119 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 1 in red, with 9 copies.
Does LEGO set 6291 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 6291?
Set 6280 Armada Flagship, released in 1996: it supplies 99%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6292 Enchanted Island2001 · 440 pieces
6290 Red Beard Runner2001 · 712 pieces
10040 Black Seas Barracuda2002 · 916 pieces
6281 Pirates Perilous Pitfall1997 · 404 pieces
6249 Pirates Ambush1997 · 159 pieces
6250 Cross Bone Clipper1997 · 157 pieces
6204 Buccaneers1997 · 42 pieces
6280 Armada Flagship1996 · 291 pieces
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