LEGO Town 6649 Street Sweeper

Specifications
| Set number | 6649 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 1995 |
| Piece count | 63 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Town |
| Subtheme | Classic Town |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6649 Street Sweeper, released in 1995 as part of the Town line, has 63 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 42 different lots, across 11 colors.
Inventory of set 6649
The inventory of set 6649 lists 63 pieces, spare parts excluded: 42 different lots (one shape in one color) for 36 part shapes. The box also contains 5 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6649
Main color: yellow, making up 38% of the parts, followed by black (16%) and light gray (16%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 24 | 38% | |
| Black | 10 | 16% | |
| Light Gray | 10 | 16% | |
| Red | 5 | 7.9% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 3 | 4.8% | |
| Blue | 3 | 4.8% | |
| White | 2 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 2 | 3.2% | |
| Trans-Dark Blue | 1 | 1.6% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 1.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 14 | 22% | |
| Plates Special | 10 | 16% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 8 | 13% | |
| Transportation - Land | 6 | 9.5% | |
| Minifig Accessories | 6 | 9.5% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 4 | 6.3% |
Most common parts in set 6649
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Yellow | 4 |
| Tyre 15 x 6 Offset Tread Small 3641 | Black | 4 |
| Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Spout 4599a | Light Gray | 4 |
| Wheel 8 x 6 4624 | Yellow | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420 | Black | 2 |
| Street Sweeper Brush 2498 | Trans-Light Blue | 2 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] 2540 | Light Gray | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Trans-Red | 2 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Red | 2 |
| Wheel Arch, Mudguard 2 x 4 Studded 3788 | Yellow | 2 |
32 of the 36 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 6649 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 6649 from another set
Share of the parts of set 6649 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4096 Micro Wheels | 32% | 216 | 2003 |
| 1054 Stena Line Ferry | 30% | 212 | 1999 |
| 2147 Dragon Fly | 27% | 183 | 1997 |
| 6581 Dig 'N' Dump | 25% | 128 | 1996 |
No similarly sized set goes above 32%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 6649 within its line
With 63 pieces, set 6649 ranks #137 out of 181 Town sets in our database, which have an average of 182 parts. Among the 110 sets released in 1995, it ranks #81. 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
Man, Blue Jacket with Zipper, Blue Legs, Red Cap, SunglassesQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6649 Street Sweeper have?
LEGO set 6649 Street Sweeper has 63 pieces. It was released in 1995 as part of the Town theme.
What year was LEGO set 6649 released?
Set 6649 Street Sweeper was released in 1995 and belongs to the Town theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6649?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6649 Street Sweeper: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6649?
The instructions for LEGO set 6649 Street Sweeper can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6649.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6649?
Yellow, with 24 out of 63 pieces, or 38%. Next come black (16%) and light gray (16%).
How many different parts does set 6649 contain?
Set 6649 has 42 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 36 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 2 x 4 in yellow, with 4 copies.
Does LEGO set 6649 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 6649?
Set 4096 Micro Wheels, released in 2003: it supplies 32%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
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