LEGO Town 6556 Scuba Squad

Specifications
| Set number | 6556 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1997 |
| Piece count | 77 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Divers |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6556 Scuba Squad, released in 1997 as part of the Town line, has 77 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 53 different lots, across 10 colors.
Inventory of set 6556
The inventory of set 6556 lists 77 pieces, spare parts excluded: 53 different lots (one shape in one color) for 51 part shapes. The box also contains one spare part, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6556
Main color: white, making up 35% of the parts, followed by black (21%) and blue (13%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 27 | 35% | |
| Black | 16 | 21% | |
| Blue | 10 | 13% | |
| Light Gray | 6 | 7.8% | |
| Red | 5 | 6.5% | |
| Yellow | 4 | 5.2% | |
| Trans-Dark Blue | 3 | 3.9% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 2.6% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 2.6% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 1 | 1.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 17 | 22% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 12 | 16% | |
| Plates Special | 7 | 9.1% | |
| Hinges, Arms and Turntables | 5 | 6.5% | |
| Windows and Doors | 4 | 5.2% | |
| Transportation - Land | 3 | 3.9% |
Most common parts in set 6556
| 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 | Light Gray | 3 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | White | 3 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | White | 3 |
| Glass 2 x 3 for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges 2348b | Trans-Dark Blue | 2 |
| Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ledges 2349b | White | 2 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Black | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Yellow | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Red | 2 |
44 of the 51 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 6556
One part shape in set 6556 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 6556-1 71444 |
Rebuilding set 6556 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6556 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2147 Dragon Fly | 40% | 183 | 1997 |
| 6545 Search N' Rescue | 40% | 291 | 1996 |
| 6334 Wave Jump Racers | 35% | 181 | 1996 |
| 6484 F1 Hauler | 34% | 278 | 1995 |
| 6336 Launch Response Unit | 32% | 182 | 1995 |
No similarly sized set goes above 40%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 6556 within its line
With 77 pieces, set 6556 ranks #125 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 149 sets released in 1997, it ranks #94. 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
Marine Explorer, White Shirt with Fish, Blue Cap, SunglassesQuantity : 1
Diver, Man, Blue Wetsuit, Black Helmet with Mask, Airtank, MoustacheQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6556 Scuba Squad have?
LEGO set 6556 Scuba Squad has 77 pieces. It was released in 1997 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 6556 released?
Set 6556 Scuba Squad was released in 1997 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6556?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6556 Scuba Squad: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6556?
The instructions for LEGO set 6556 Scuba Squad can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6556.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6556?
White, with 27 out of 77 pieces, or 35%. Next come black (21%) and blue (13%).
How many different parts does set 6556 contain?
Set 6556 has 53 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 51 part shapes. Most common part: Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Round for Wheels Holder Pin in white, with 4 copies.
Does LEGO set 6556 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 6556-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 6556?
Set 2147 Dragon Fly, released in 1997: it supplies 40%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
6565 Construction Crew1997 · 78 pieces
6487 Mountain Rescue1997 · 68 pieces
6486 Fire Engine1997 · 67 pieces
6489 Seaside Holiday Cottage1997 · 88 pieces
3D6599 Shark Attack1997 · 59 pieces
3D2148 LEGO Truck1997 · 105 pieces
3D6550 Outback Racer1997 · 49 pieces
6566 Security Express1997 · 106 pieces








