LEGO Town 6550 Outback Racer

Specifications
| Set number | 6550 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1997 |
| Piece count | 49 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Outback |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6550 Outback Racer, released in 1997 as part of the Town line, has 49 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 31 different lots, across 8 colors.
Inventory of set 6550
The inventory of set 6550 lists 49 pieces, spare parts excluded: 31 different lots (one shape in one color) for 29 part shapes. The box also contains 3 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6550
Main color: yellow, making up 39% of the parts, followed by green (16%) and black (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 19 | 39% | |
| Green | 8 | 16% | |
| Black | 7 | 14% | |
| White | 5 | 10% | |
| Blue | 3 | 6.1% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 2 | 4.1% | |
| Trans-Clear | 2 | 4.1% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 4.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 9 | 18% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 8 | 16% | |
| Bricks | 5 | 10% | |
| Transportation - Land | 4 | 8.2% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 4 | 8.2% | |
| Plates Special | 3 | 6.1% |
Most common parts in set 6550
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin 6014a | White | 4 |
| Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide 6015 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Green | 3 |
| Windscreen 3 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 2 Studs on Top 2437 | Trans-Light Blue | 2 |
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Yellow | 2 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Yellow | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Green | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Yellow | 2 |
| Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] 3660 | Yellow | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Green | 2 |
25 of the 29 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 6550
One part shape in set 6550 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.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 6550-1 71473 |
Rebuilding set 6550 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6550 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6432 Speedway Transport | 35% | 139 | 1999 |
| 2148 LEGO Truck | 33% | 105 | 1997 |
| 6596 Wave Master | 33% | 134 | 1995 |
| 1253 Shell Car Transporter | 31% | 102 | 1999 |
| 6549 Roadblock Runners | 31% | 193 | 1997 |
No similarly sized set goes above 35%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 6550 within its line
With 49 pieces, set 6550 ranks #148 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 149 sets released in 1997, it ranks #123. That is less than half the average Town set size.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Robert Paciorek, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
Racer, Blue Jacket with Octan Logo, Blue Legs, White Helmet with VisorQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6550 Outback Racer have?
LEGO set 6550 Outback Racer has 49 pieces. It was released in 1997 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 6550 released?
Set 6550 Outback Racer was released in 1997 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6550?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6550 Outback Racer: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6550?
The instructions for LEGO set 6550 Outback Racer can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6550.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6550?
Yellow, with 19 out of 49 pieces, or 39%. Next come green (16%) and black (14%).
How many different parts does set 6550 contain?
Set 6550 has 31 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 29 part shapes. Most common part: Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin in white, with 4 copies.
Does LEGO set 6550 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 6550-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 6550?
Set 6432 Speedway Transport, released in 1999: it supplies 35%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6417 Show Jumping Event1997 · 42 pieces
3D6599 Shark Attack1997 · 59 pieces
6555 Sea Hunter1997 · 38 pieces
6564 Recycle Truck1997 · 35 pieces
6486 Fire Engine1997 · 67 pieces
2883 Boat1997 · 30 pieces
6487 Mountain Rescue1997 · 68 pieces
3D6556 Scuba Squad1997 · 77 pieces
Sets from the same year
6565 Construction Crew1997 · 78 pieces
6489 Seaside Holiday Cottage1997 · 88 pieces
3D2148 LEGO Truck1997 · 105 pieces
6566 Security Express1997 · 106 pieces
3D6490 Amazon Crossing1997 · 119 pieces
6548 Octan Gas Station1997 · 133 pieces
3D6553 Crisis News Crew1997 · 136 pieces
6557 Treasure Hunters1997 · 144 pieces
