LEGO Set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox: Pieces, Year, Figures

Specifications

Set number	76252
Release year	2023
Piece count	3,989
Minifigures	7
Theme	Super Heroes DC
Subtheme	Batman › UCS
Building instructions	Download the instructions on lego.com

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Released in 2023, it contains 3989 pieces and draws on Batman Returns through its character selection.

Batcave Shadowbox presents Batman’s underground base as a display focused model rather than a simple standalone scene. In the Super Heroes DC theme it sits under Batman, UCS, placing it in a collector oriented part of the range with a strong emphasis on presentation.

The build uses 3989 pieces and frames the Batcave as a compact shadowbox composition.

It is aimed primarily at Batman collectors, display builders, and fans who want a character lineup tied to Batman Returns. Among Super Heroes DC sets, it stands out through its enclosed shadowbox presentation and its focus on the Batcave as the central subject of the model.

Inventory of set 76252

The inventory of set 76252 lists 3,989 pieces, spare parts excluded: 515 different lots (one shape in one color) for 348 part shapes. The box also contains 54 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.

Colors of set 76252

Main color: black, making up 43% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (38%) and light bluish gray (5.4%).

Color	Parts	Share
Black	1,700	43%
Dark Bluish Gray	1,530	38%
Light Bluish Gray	215	5.4%
Flat Silver	132	3.3%
Yellow	100	2.5%
Trans-Yellow	53	1.3%
Tan	51	1.3%
White	51	1.3%
Blue	31	0.8%
Pearl Titanium	29	0.7%
Other colors (13)	96	2.4%

Part types

Type	Parts	Share
Bricks	882	22%
Plates	771	19%
Bricks Sloped	443	11%
Plates Special	265	6.6%
Bricks Special	251	6.3%
Tiles	243	6.1%

Most common parts in set 76252

Part	Color	Quantity
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Black	95
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200	Dark Bluish Gray	88
Brick 1 x 2 3004	Black	74
Brick 1 x 2 3004	Dark Bluish Gray	68
Brick 1 x 1 3005	Dark Bluish Gray	67
Plate 1 x 2 3023	Dark Bluish Gray	65
Creature Body Part, Horn (Unicorn) 89522	Flat Silver	56
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin 3040b	Dark Bluish Gray	54
Brick 2 x 2 Corner 2357	Dark Bluish Gray	53
Plate 1 x 1 3024	Black	53

324 of the 348 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 76252

6 part shapes in set 76252 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, 8 lots in the set are not found in any other set.

Part	Color
Torso Jumpsuit, Leather with White Stitches, Black Arms and Hands 973c03h03pr6562	Black
Sticker Sheet for Set 76252-1 10105705
Minifig Head Alfred Pennyworth, Dark Bluish Grey Eyebrows, Glasses, Wrinkles, Thin Smile / Displeased print 28621pr4005	Light Nougat
Minifig Head The Penguin, Dark Tan Eyeshadow, Angry Grin, Tan Teeth print 28621pr4004	Light Nougat
Minifig Head Catwoman, Leather Mask, White Stitches, Red Lips print 28621pr4003	Black
Torso Jacket, Dark Red Collar, White Shirt, Dark Bluish Grey Tie, Dark Tan Undershirt Print, Black Arms, Light Nougat Hands 973c03h02pr6563	Black

Rebuilding set 76252 from another set

Share of the parts of set 76252 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:

Set	Found	Parts	Release year
75419 Death Star	44%	9,031	2025
10333 The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr	33%	5,478	2024
910049 Adventure in Transylvania	29%	4,060	2025

No similarly sized set goes above 44%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.

Size of set 76252 within its line

With 3,989 pieces, set 76252 ranks #2 out of 173 Super Heroes DC sets in our database, which have an average of 473 parts. Among the 518 sets released in 2023, it ranks #9. That is 8.4 times the average Super Heroes DC set size.

Included minifigures

Frequently asked questions

How many pieces does LEGO set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox have?

LEGO set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox has 3,989 pieces. It was released in 2023 as part of the Super Heroes DC theme.

What year was LEGO set 76252 released?

Set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox was released in 2023 and belongs to the Super Heroes DC theme.

Which minifigures are included in set 76252?

Number of minifigures in LEGO set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox: 7. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.

Where can I find the building instructions for set 76252?

The instructions for LEGO set 76252 Batcave Shadowbox can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 76252.

What is the main color of LEGO set 76252?

Black, with 1,700 out of 3,989 pieces, or 43%. Next come dark bluish gray (38%) and light bluish gray (5.4%).

How many different parts does set 76252 contain?

Set 76252 has 515 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 348 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in black, with 95 copies.

Does LEGO set 76252 contain any exclusive parts?

Yes: 6 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Jumpsuit, Leather with White Stitches, Black Arms and Hands.

Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 76252?

Set 75419 Death Star, released in 2025: it supplies 44%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.

Does the set include more than one Batman minifigure?

Yes. The minifigure list contains two black suit Batman variants, distinguished by details such as the rubber cowl entry, the yellow Batman logo, and the cape reference.