LEGO Super Heroes DC 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City

Specifications
| Set number | 6863 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2012 |
| Piece count | 279 |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Theme | Super Heroes DC |
| Subtheme | Batman |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City, released in 2012 as part of the Super Heroes DC line, has 279 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 137 different lots, across 20 colors.
Inventory of set 6863
The inventory of set 6863 lists 279 pieces, spare parts excluded: 137 different lots (one shape in one color) for 121 part shapes. The box also contains 13 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 6863
Main color: black, making up 38% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (18%) and light bluish gray (9.7%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 106 | 38% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 49 | 18% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 27 | 9.7% | |
| Yellow | 23 | 8.2% | |
| Green | 18 | 6.5% | |
| Red | 12 | 4.3% | |
| Dark Purple | 12 | 4.3% | |
| White | 8 | 2.9% | |
| Trans-Orange | 4 | 1.4% | |
| Tan | 2 | 0.7% | |
| Other colors (10) | 16 | 5.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 39 | 14% | |
| Plates Wedged | 30 | 11% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 29 | 10% | |
| Plates Special | 22 | 7.9% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 18 | 6.5% | |
| Technic Pins | 17 | 6.1% |
Most common parts in set 6863
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Yellow | 10 |
| Brick Sloped 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate 61409 | Dark Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Dark Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 with 2L Bar Extension 61184 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Yellow | 6 |
| Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side 87087 | Red | 6 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] 2444 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] 2654 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 4 |
| Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] 30377 | White | 4 |
105 of the 121 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 6863
4 part shapes in set 6863 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, 5 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Comic Book, Super Heroes, DC Universe, Issue 4 (6004468 / 6005847) 6004468 | |
| Minifig Head Henchman, White Face Paint, Large Red Eyebrows, Blue Eye Shadow and Frown Print 3626cpr0911 | Light Nougat |
| Torso Jacket with Pockets and Zipper, Joker Logo on Back Print, Lime Arms, Black Hands 973c18h03pr1963 | Lime |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 6863-1 75011 |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 6863 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 6863 within its line
With 279 pieces, set 6863 ranks #82 out of 173 Super Heroes DC sets in our database, which have an average of 473 parts. Among the 321 sets released in 2012, it ranks #99.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City have?
LEGO set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City has 279 pieces. It was released in 2012 as part of the Super Heroes DC theme.
What year was LEGO set 6863 released?
Set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City was released in 2012 and belongs to the Super Heroes DC theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 6863?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City: 3. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 6863?
The instructions for LEGO set 6863 Batwing Battle Over Gotham City can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 6863.
What is the main color of LEGO set 6863?
Black, with 106 out of 279 pieces, or 38%. Next come dark bluish gray (18%) and light bluish gray (9.7%).
How many different parts does set 6863 contain?
Set 6863 has 137 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 121 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in yellow, with 10 copies.
Does LEGO set 6863 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 4 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Comic Book, Super Heroes, DC Universe, Issue 4 (6004468 / 6005847).
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