LEGO Set 70592 Salvage M.E.C.: Pieces, Year, Figures

Specifications

Set number	70592
Release year	2016
Piece count	439
Minifigures	4
Theme	Ninjago
Building instructions	Download the instructions on lego.com

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LEGO Ninjago set 70592, “Salvage M.E.C.”, represents a mechanical machine associated with Ronin in the Ninjago universe. Released in 2016, it contains 439 pieces and belongs to the main Ninjago theme, with a clear focus on action play.

“Salvage M.E.C.” focuses on a salvage machine connected to Ronin, a character who occupies a distinctive place in Ninjago stories.

Its appeal lies in the pairing of a substantial mechanical build with a varied character selection, including Ronin, Nya, and two opposing figures.

This set suits play scenes involving movement, confrontation, or recovery work, while also serving collectors interested in Ninjago minifigures. In a broader Ninjago display, it fits naturally beside vehicle and mech style sets, especially where Ronin needs a dedicated model rather than appearing only as a supporting character.

Inventory of set 70592

The inventory of set 70592 lists 439 pieces, spare parts excluded: 179 different lots (one shape in one color) for 158 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.

Colors of set 70592

Main color: light bluish gray, making up 23% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (18%) and black (17%).

Color	Parts	Share
Light Bluish Gray	100	23%
Dark Bluish Gray	81	18%
Black	76	17%
Red	42	9.6%
Dark Red	37	8.4%
Pearl Gold	34	7.7%
White	20	4.6%
Yellow	15	3.4%
Olive Green	9	2.1%
Orange	9	2.1%
Other colors (10)	15	3.4%

Part types

Type	Parts	Share
Plates Special	82	19%
Plates	55	13%
Plates Round Curved and Dishes	37	8.4%
Bricks Curved	31	7.1%
Tiles Special	19	4.3%
Minifig Upper Body	18	4.1%

Most common parts in set 70592

Part	Color	Quantity
Plate 2 x 2 3022	Light Bluish Gray	14
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Red	13
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141	Light Bluish Gray	13
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141	Pearl Gold	12
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted 99207	Red	8
Plate 2 x 4 3020	Light Bluish Gray	7
Plate 2 x 6 3795	Dark Bluish Gray	7
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] 48336	Pearl Gold	7
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 15068	Dark Red	6
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b	Yellow	6

138 of the 158 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 70592

7 part shapes in set 70592 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, 9 lots in the set are not found in any other set.

Part	Color
Torso Skeleton, Angular Rib Cage with Black Holes and Cracks and Red Loincloth with Cracked White Skull Print 93060pr0005	White
Dish 6 x 6 Inverted - No Studs with Handle with Ninjago Mech Cockpit Pattern 18675pr0007	Trans-Clear
Hips and Olive Green Legs with Sand Green and Silver Mechanical Panels and Boots and Dark Red Sash Print 970c20pr9899	Olive Green
Minifig Head Krazi, Skull Evil with Red Eyes, Curved Eyebrows and Red Lips Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr9979	White
Torso, Odd Arms, Armor with Olive Green, Orange and Silver Mechanical Pack Print, Left Orange Arm, Right Sand Green Arm, Black Hands 973e006pr3466	Sand Green
Minifig Head Frakjaw, Skull Cracked with Metal Plates on Front and Back Print [Hollow Stud] 3626cpr9980	White
Sticker Sheet for Set 70592-1 26318

No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 70592 relies on a little-shared assortment.

Size of set 70592 within its line

With 439 pieces, set 70592 ranks #137 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 459 sets released in 2016, it ranks #100.

Included minifigures

Frequently asked questions

How many pieces does LEGO set 70592 Salvage M.E.C. have?

LEGO set 70592 Salvage M.E.C. has 439 pieces. It was released in 2016 as part of the Ninjago theme.

What year was LEGO set 70592 released?

Set 70592 Salvage M.E.C. was released in 2016 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.

Which minifigures are included in set 70592?

Number of minifigures in LEGO set 70592 Salvage M.E.C.: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.

Where can I find the building instructions for set 70592?

The instructions for LEGO set 70592 Salvage M.E.C. can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 70592.

What is the main color of LEGO set 70592?

Light bluish gray, with 100 out of 439 pieces, or 23%. Next come dark bluish gray (18%) and black (17%).

How many different parts does set 70592 contain?

Set 70592 has 179 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 158 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 2 x 2 in light bluish gray, with 14 copies.

Does LEGO set 70592 contain any exclusive parts?

Yes: 7 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Skeleton, Angular Rib Cage with Black Holes and Cracks and Red Loincloth with Cracked White Skull Print.

Is this set centered on Ronin?

Yes. Ronin with Scabbard is included, and the Salvage M.E.C. is the main model associated with him in this set.

What kind of Ninjago display does it fit into?

It fits best with mechanical, vehicle, or action focused Ninjago builds. The included figures also make it useful for compact character scenes.