LEGO Ninjago 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon

Specifications
| Set number | 71718 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 |
| Piece count | 322 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Ninjago |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon depicts a dragon associated with Master Wu in the Ninjago universe.
Set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon belongs to the Ninjago theme, where dragons, ninja, masters and opponents are recurring parts of the setting. The model focuses on a battle dragon connected with Master Wu, placing it firmly within the theme’s character driven fantasy conflict rather than a vehicle based build.
The build uses 322 pieces to create the dragon and the associated play content.
This set suits Ninjago collectors who want a Wu related dragon model, as well as builders interested in compact creature builds for display or play. In a wider Ninjago collection, it can be placed alongside other dragon focused sets and character based scenes involving heroes and adversaries from the same theme.
Inventory of set 71718
The inventory of set 71718 lists 322 pieces, spare parts excluded: 115 different lots (one shape in one color) for 99 part shapes. The box also contains 20 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 71718
Main color: white, making up 32% of the parts, followed by black (26%) and pearl gold (11%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 104 | 32% | |
| Black | 84 | 26% | |
| Pearl Gold | 37 | 11% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 34 | 11% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 17 | 5.3% | |
| Reddish Brown | 16 | 5% | |
| Tan | 5 | 1.6% | |
| Red | 4 | 1.2% | |
| Blue | 4 | 1.2% | |
| Flat Silver | 3 | 0.9% | |
| Other colors (8) | 12 | 3.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates Special | 104 | 32% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 30 | 9.3% | |
| Tiles Special | 27 | 8.4% | |
| Animal / Creature Body Parts | 19 | 5.9% | |
| Plates | 16 | 5% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 16 | 5% |
Most common parts in set 71718
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted 99780 | White | 18 |
| Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small 53451 | Pearl Gold | 15 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | White | 15 |
| Tile Special Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar 20482 | Black | 10 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs 35480 | Black | 9 |
| Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges 15712 | White | 8 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° 32016 | Black | 8 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket 14704 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) 15573 | Pearl Gold | 5 |
86 of the 99 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 71718
3 part shapes in set 71718 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.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Torso Vest, Dark Tan Layers Print, Dark Tan Arms, Yellow Hands 973c11h01pr9708 | White |
| Wing, Right, Dragon, Yellow and Orange Scales, Black Edges Print 67720b | |
| Wing, Left, Dragon, Yellow and Orange Scales, Black Edges Print 67720a |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 71718 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 71718 within its line
With 322 pieces, set 71718 ranks #175 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 490 sets released in 2020, it ranks #164.
Included minifigures
GleckQuantity : 1
Master Wu / Hero WuQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon have?
LEGO set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon has 322 pieces. It was released in 2020 as part of the Ninjago theme.
What year was LEGO set 71718 released?
Set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon was released in 2020 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 71718?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 71718?
The instructions for LEGO set 71718 Wu's Battle Dragon can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 71718.
What is the main color of LEGO set 71718?
White, with 104 out of 322 pieces, or 32%. Next come black (26%) and pearl gold (11%).
How many different parts does set 71718 contain?
Set 71718 has 115 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 99 part shapes. Most common part: Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted in white, with 18 copies.
Does LEGO set 71718 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 3 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Vest, Dark Tan Layers Print, Dark Tan Arms, Yellow Hands.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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71713 Empire Dragon2020 · 295 pieces
71717 Journey to the Skull Dungeons2020 · 402 pieces
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71707 Kai's Mech Jet2020 · 226 pieces
71710 Ninja Tuner Car2020 · 428 pieces
71703 Storm Fighter Battle2020 · 166 pieces
71702 Golden Mech2020 · 489 pieces
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