LEGO Ninjago 70611 Water Strider

Specifications
| Set number | 70611 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2017 |
| Piece count | 494 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | Ninjago |
| Subtheme | The LEGO Ninjago Movie |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 70611, Water Strider, depicts an aquatic combat vehicle from Ninjago within the The LEGO Ninjago Movie subtheme.
Water Strider represents the vehicle associated with Nya in the setting of The LEGO Ninjago Movie. It sits under the Ninjago theme and reflects the film’s emphasis on stylized combat machines, ninja characters and Shark Army opponents.
The build uses 494 pieces to create a water strider style action vehicle. Its play setup is built around the vehicle, Nya’s role and the included adversaries.
This set suits Ninjago collectors as well as builders who want scenes tied specifically to the movie range. On display, it can sit with other The LEGO Ninjago Movie vehicles; for play, it provides a compact conflict between ninja characters and Shark Army figures.
Inventory of set 70611
The inventory of set 70611 lists 494 pieces, spare parts excluded: 150 different lots (one shape in one color) for 137 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 70611
Main color: black, making up 33% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (25%) and trans-light blue (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 165 | 33% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 122 | 25% | |
| Trans-Light Blue | 69 | 14% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 45 | 9.1% | |
| Blue | 40 | 8.1% | |
| Flat Silver | 13 | 2.6% | |
| Reddish Brown | 5 | 1% | |
| White | 5 | 1% | |
| Dark Tan | 4 | 0.8% | |
| Pearl Titanium | 4 | 0.8% | |
| Other colors (10) | 21 | 4.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 84 | 17% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 73 | 15% | |
| Bricks Curved | 44 | 8.9% | |
| Plates | 40 | 8.1% | |
| Plates Special | 33 | 6.7% | |
| Technic Axles | 18 | 3.6% |
Most common parts in set 70611
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Light Bluish Gray | 44 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 28 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Trans-Light Blue | 28 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced 32123b | Light Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Trans-Light Blue | 11 |
| Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] 4081b | Blue | 10 |
| Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] 11477 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Brick Curved 10 x 1 [Symmetric Inside Ridges] 13731 | Black | 8 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] 15672 | Black | 8 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Trans-Light Blue | 8 |
113 of the 137 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 70611
One part shape in set 70611 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. Counting colors, 2 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 70611-1 33389 |
Rebuilding set 70611 from another set
Share of the parts of set 70611 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76023 The Tumbler | 31% | 1,869 | 2014 |
| 75181 Y-Wing Starfighter | 31% | 1,967 | 2018 |
| 70165 Ultra Agents Mission HQ | 28% | 1,060 | 2014 |
| 70917 The Ultimate Batmobile | 28% | 1,456 | 2017 |
| 70595 Ultra Stealth Raider | 26% | 1,094 | 2016 |
No similarly sized set goes above 31%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 70611 within its line
With 494 pieces, set 70611 ranks #125 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2017, it ranks #95.
Included minifigures
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 70611 Water Strider have?
LEGO set 70611 Water Strider has 494 pieces. It was released in 2017 as part of the Ninjago theme.
What year was LEGO set 70611 released?
Set 70611 Water Strider was released in 2017 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 70611?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 70611 Water Strider: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 70611?
The instructions for LEGO set 70611 Water Strider can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 70611.
What is the main color of LEGO set 70611?
Black, with 165 out of 494 pieces, or 33%. Next come light bluish gray (25%) and trans-light blue (14%).
How many different parts does set 70611 contain?
Set 70611 has 150 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 137 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges in light bluish gray, with 44 copies.
Does LEGO set 70611 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 70611-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 70611?
Set 76023 The Tumbler, released in 2014: it supplies 31%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Which Ninjago character is most closely linked to Water Strider in this set?
The vehicle is most closely linked to Nya, included as Nya with Cloth Skirt (LEGO Ninjago Movie).
See also
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70610 Flying Jelly Sub2017 · 341 pieces
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