LEGO 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown: Set Guide

Specifications

Set number	76097
Release year	2018
Piece count	415
Minifigures	5
Theme	Super Heroes DC
Subtheme	Justice League
Building instructions	Download the instructions on lego.com

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LEGO set 76097, “Lex Luthor Mech Takedown”, depicts a Justice League confrontation built around a mech associated with Lex Luthor. Released in 2018 under the Super Heroes DC theme, it contains 415 pieces and 5 minifigures.

This set sits in the Justice League branch of the Super Heroes DC theme. Its subject is a direct clash between Lex Luthor and several DC heroes, with Batman, Wonder Woman and Firestorm included in the lineup. Cheetah adds another opposing character, giving the model a clear hero versus villain structure.

The main build is Lex Luthor’s mech, which provides the focal point for the scene. The 415 pieces support a compact action model with a strong connection to the included character selection.

The set is suited to play because the conflict is easy to stage and the character mix is varied. It can also fit into a displayed Super Heroes DC collection, especially alongside other Justice League entries.

Inventory of set 76097

The inventory of set 76097 lists 415 pieces, spare parts excluded: 165 different lots (one shape in one color) for 149 part shapes.

Colors of set 76097

Main color: black, making up 29% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (16%) and light bluish gray (14%).

Color	Parts	Share
Black	122	29%
Dark Bluish Gray	65	16%
Light Bluish Gray	60	14%
Dark Purple	35	8.4%
Green	34	8.2%
Trans-Bright Green	32	7.7%
Trans-Orange	19	4.6%
Pearl Gold	15	3.6%
Trans-Yellow	6	1.4%
Red	4	1%
Other colors (10)	22	5.3%

Part types

Type	Parts	Share
Plates Special	73	18%
Plates	49	12%
Plates Round Curved and Dishes	41	9.9%
Bricks Sloped	38	9.2%
Bricks Special	22	5.3%
Technic Special	18	4.3%

Most common parts in set 76097

Part	Color	Quantity
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141	Trans-Bright Green	19
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side 87087	Dark Bluish Gray	14
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted 99780	Black	14
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200	Trans-Bright Green	10
Plate 2 x 4 3020	Black	9
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Dark Purple	9
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) 18674	Dark Bluish Gray	6
Plate 2 x 2 3022	Dark Purple	6
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] 60478	Black	6
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] 60897	Dark Bluish Gray	6

128 of the 149 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 76097

5 part shapes in set 76097 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, 6 lots in the set are not found in any other set.

Part	Color
Torso Muscles with Light Nougat Neck, Gold Trim and Belt Print (Wonder Woman), Light Nougat Arms and Hands 973c02h02pr4133	Red
Sticker Sheet for Set 76097-1 37114
Minifig Head Special with Trans-Orange Flames and Reddish Brown Face, and Gold Headband Print (Firestorm) 26990c01pr0003	Red
Hips and Red Legs with Skirt and Light Nougat Legs (Wonder Woman) 970c22pr1460	Blue
Torso Muscles, White Straps with Red Circles Print (Firestorm), Red Arms, Yellow Hands 973c22h01pr4132	Yellow

No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 76097 relies on a little-shared assortment.

Size of set 76097 within its line

With 415 pieces, set 76097 ranks #55 out of 173 Super Heroes DC sets in our database, which have an average of 473 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2018, it ranks #111.

Included minifigures

Frequently asked questions

How many pieces does LEGO set 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown have?

LEGO set 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown has 415 pieces. It was released in 2018 as part of the Super Heroes DC theme.

What year was LEGO set 76097 released?

Set 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown was released in 2018 and belongs to the Super Heroes DC theme.

Which minifigures are included in set 76097?

Number of minifigures in LEGO set 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown: 5. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.

Where can I find the building instructions for set 76097?

The instructions for LEGO set 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 76097.

What is the main color of LEGO set 76097?

Black, with 122 out of 415 pieces, or 29%. Next come dark bluish gray (16%) and light bluish gray (14%).

How many different parts does set 76097 contain?

Set 76097 has 165 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 149 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in trans-bright green, with 19 copies.

Does LEGO set 76097 contain any exclusive parts?

Yes: 5 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Muscles with Light Nougat Neck, Gold Trim and Belt Print (Wonder Woman), Light Nougat Arms and Hands.

Which side does Cheetah represent in this set?

Cheetah is included as an antagonist alongside Lex Luthor. Her presence balances the group of Justice League heroes.

Is this mainly a Batman set?

No. Batman is included, but the set is framed as a Justice League scene with Wonder Woman and Firestorm as well.