LEGO Ninjago 71704 Kai Fighter

Specifications
| Set number | 71704 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 |
| Piece count | 513 |
| Launch retail price | $39.99 / £34.99 (Brickset) |
| Sale period | June 2020 to December 2021 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | Ninjago |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Ninjago set 71704, Kai Fighter, represents a combat aircraft associated with Kai in the Ninjago universe. Released in 2020, it contains 513 pieces and belongs to the Ninjago root theme.
Kai Fighter is an aircraft focused on Kai, one of the central characters of Ninjago. The set belongs to the Legacy line, which revisits recognizable subjects from the theme and presents them in a form suited to contemporary Ninjago collections.
This set suits Ninjago fans who want a Kai vehicle for play scenes, display, or a focused Legacy collection. Within the theme, it sits naturally beside other ninja vehicles and robotic opponents, especially for collections that emphasize confrontations between the heroes and Nindroid characters.
Inventory of set 71704
The inventory of set 71704 lists 513 pieces, spare parts excluded: 181 different lots (one shape in one color) for 148 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 71704
Main color: black, making up 33% of the parts, followed by red (25%) and dark bluish gray (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 169 | 33% | |
| Red | 128 | 25% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 60 | 12% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 46 | 9% | |
| Pearl Gold | 33 | 6.4% | |
| White | 18 | 3.5% | |
| Reddish Brown | 11 | 2.1% | |
| Dark Purple | 6 | 1.2% | |
| Blue | 6 | 1.2% | |
| Trans-Red | 5 | 1% | |
| Other colors (12) | 30 | 5.8% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 82 | 16% | |
| Plates Special | 74 | 14% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 48 | 9.4% | |
| Plates Wedged | 47 | 9.2% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 42 | 8.2% | |
| Tiles | 28 | 5.5% |
Most common parts in set 71704
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Pearl Gold | 22 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Black | 16 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Light Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted 99780 | Red | 14 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | White | 13 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs 35480 | Dark Bluish Gray | 13 |
| Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420 | Black | 12 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 85984 | Black | 11 |
| Wedge Plate 4 Stud 45° Angle Plate 15706 | Black | 8 |
| Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner 2450 | Red | 8 |
134 of the 148 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setobrick, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 71704
One part shape in set 71704 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 71704-1 67938 |
Rebuilding set 71704 from another set
Share of the parts of set 71704 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76328 Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile | 31% | 1,822 | 2024 |
| 71705 Destiny's Bounty | 26% | 1,783 | 2020 |
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 71704 within its line
With 513 pieces, set 71704 ranks #121 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 490 sets released in 2020, it ranks #105.
Frequently asked questions
How much was LEGO 71704 at launch?
The launch retail price of 71704 Kai Fighter was $39.99 / £34.99 (source: Brickset). It was on sale from June 2020 to December 2021.
How many pieces does LEGO set 71704 Kai Fighter have?
LEGO set 71704 Kai Fighter has 513 pieces. It was released in 2020 as part of the Ninjago theme.
What year was LEGO set 71704 released?
Set 71704 Kai Fighter was released in 2020 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 71704?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 71704 Kai Fighter: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 71704?
The instructions for LEGO set 71704 Kai Fighter can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 71704.
What is the main color of LEGO set 71704?
Black, with 169 out of 513 pieces, or 33%. Next come red (25%) and dark bluish gray (12%).
How many different parts does set 71704 contain?
Set 71704 has 181 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 148 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in pearl gold, with 22 copies.
Does LEGO set 71704 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 71704-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 71704?
Set 76328 Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile, released in 2024: it supplies 31%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is the main model a location or a vehicle?
The main model is a vehicle, specifically Kai’s jet. It is not built around a fixed base or building.
See also
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71702 Golden Mech2020 · 489 pieces
71699 Thunder Raider2020 · 576 pieces
71710 Ninja Tuner Car2020 · 428 pieces
71719 Zane's Mino Creature2020 · 617 pieces
71717 Journey to the Skull Dungeons2020 · 402 pieces
71709 Jay and Lloyd's Velocity Racers2020 · 323 pieces
71718 Wu's Battle Dragon2020 · 322 pieces
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71708 Gamer's Market2020 · 228 pieces
71707 Kai's Mech Jet2020 · 226 pieces
71712 Empire Temple of Madness2020 · 820 pieces
71703 Storm Fighter Battle2020 · 166 pieces
71700 Jungle Raider2020 · 127 pieces
71701 Kai's Fire Dragon2020 · 81 pieces
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