LEGO Technic 8010 Darth Vader

Specifications
| Set number | 8010 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2002 |
| Piece count | 388 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Subtheme | Star Wars |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 8010 Darth Vader, released in 2002 as part of the Technic line, has 388 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 70 different lots, across 6 colors.
Inventory of set 8010
The inventory of set 8010 lists 388 pieces, spare parts excluded: 70 different lots (one shape in one color) for 64 part shapes. The box also contains 22 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 8010
Main color: black, making up 80% of the parts, followed by light gray (11%) and dark gray (3.6%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 309 | 80% | |
| Light Gray | 41 | 11% | |
| Dark Gray | 14 | 3.6% | |
| Trans-Red | 12 | 3.1% | |
| White | 10 | 2.6% | |
| Pearl Very Light Gray | 1 | 0.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Axles | 104 | 27% | |
| Technic Beams | 93 | 24% | |
| Technic Connectors | 87 | 22% | |
| Technic Pins | 55 | 14% | |
| Technic Bushes | 24 | 6.2% | |
| Technic Steering, Suspension and Engine | 6 | 1.5% |
Most common parts in set 8010
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Black | 35 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Black | 31 |
| Technic Axle 4 3705 | Black | 18 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin 41677 | Black | 18 |
| Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thin 32250 | Black | 16 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Reduced 32123a | Light Gray | 14 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Black | 14 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin 6632 | Black | 14 |
| Technic Axle Connector Ridged [with x Hole x Orientation] 6538b | Trans-Red | 12 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 11 |
58 of the 64 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 8010
3 part shapes in set 8010 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, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Large Figure Cape (Darth Vader) 42256 | Black |
| Large Figure Helmet, Darth Vader 43363 | Black |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 8010-1 42666 |
Rebuilding set 8010 from another set
Share of the parts of set 8010 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8458 Silver Champion | 71% | 1,433 | 2000 |
| 8466 4x4 Off Roader | 68% | 1,103 | 2001 |
| 8461 Williams F1 Team Racer | 67% | 1,484 | 2002 |
| 8448 Super Street Sensation | 61% | 1,406 | 1999 |
| 8482 CyberMaster | 56% | 897 | 1998 |
Set 8458 Silver Champion supplies 71% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 8010 within its line
With 388 pieces, set 8010 ranks #221 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 269 sets released in 2002, it ranks #31.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 8010 Darth Vader have?
LEGO set 8010 Darth Vader has 388 pieces. It was released in 2002 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 8010 released?
Set 8010 Darth Vader was released in 2002 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 8010?
LEGO set 8010 Darth Vader does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 8010?
The instructions for LEGO set 8010 Darth Vader can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 8010.
What is the main color of LEGO set 8010?
Black, with 309 out of 388 pieces, or 80%. Next come light gray (11%) and dark gray (3.6%).
How many different parts does set 8010 contain?
Set 8010 has 70 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 64 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Axle 2 Notched in black, with 35 copies.
Does LEGO set 8010 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 3 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Large Figure Cape (Darth Vader).
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 8010?
Set 8458 Silver Champion, released in 2000: it supplies 71%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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8011 Jango Fett2002 · 426 pieces
8430 Motorbike2002 · 315 pieces
8009 R2-D22002 · 239 pieces
8429 Helicopter2002 · 149 pieces
8431 Crane Truck2002 · 836 pieces
8465 Extreme Off-Roader2001 · 364 pieces
8008 Stormtrooper2001 · 361 pieces
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4588 Off Road Race Track2002 · 363 pieces
6763 Rapid River Village2002 · 356 pieces
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