LEGO Racers 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge

Specifications
| Set number | 8143 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2007 |
| Piece count | 690 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Racers |
| Subtheme | Ferrari |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge, released in 2007 as part of the Racers line, has 690 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 172 different lots, across 10 colors.
Inventory of set 8143
The inventory of set 8143 lists 690 pieces, spare parts excluded: 172 different lots (one shape in one color) for 99 part shapes. The box also contains 10 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 8143
Main color: red, making up 32% of the parts, followed by black (29%) and yellow (27%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 220 | 32% | |
| Black | 200 | 29% | |
| Yellow | 189 | 27% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 29 | 4.2% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 23 | 3.3% | |
| White | 9 | 1.3% | |
| Pearl Light Gray | 8 | 1.2% | |
| Trans-Red | 6 | 0.9% | |
| Metallic Silver | 3 | 0.4% | |
| Trans-Orange | 2 | 0.3% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 217 | 31% | |
| Tiles | 107 | 16% | |
| Bricks Curved | 58 | 8.4% | |
| Bricks | 56 | 8.1% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 43 | 6.2% | |
| Plates Special | 43 | 6.2% |
Most common parts in set 8143
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Yellow | 15 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Red | 14 |
| Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | Yellow | 14 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 14 |
| Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] 61252 | Black | 14 |
| Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420 | Red | 13 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Black | 13 |
| Brick Curved 3 x 1 No Studs 50950 | Yellow | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Black | 11 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Yellow | 10 |
96 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 8143
2 part shapes in set 8143 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 |
|---|---|
| Wheel Cover 7 Spoke V Shape - 36mm D. 58089 | Pearl Light Gray |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 8143-1 57858 |
Rebuilding set 8143 from another set
Share of the parts of set 8143 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8671 Ferrari 430 Spider 1:17 | 50% | 559 | 2006 |
| 8157 Ferrari F1 1:9 | 35% | 997 | 2008 |
| 8156 Ferrari FXX 1:17 | 34% | 626 | 2008 |
| 8169 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 | 34% | 741 | 2009 |
| 6753 Highway Transport | 31% | 1,294 | 2009 |
No similarly sized set goes above 50%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 8143 within its line
With 690 pieces, set 8143 ranks #16 out of 193 Racers sets in our database, which have an average of 215 parts. Among the 194 sets released in 2007, it ranks #30. That is 3.2 times the average Racers set size.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Magnus Forsberg, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge have?
LEGO set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge has 690 pieces. It was released in 2007 as part of the Racers theme.
What year was LEGO set 8143 released?
Set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge was released in 2007 and belongs to the Racers theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 8143?
LEGO set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 8143?
The instructions for LEGO set 8143 Ferrari 1:17 F430 Challenge can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 8143.
What is the main color of LEGO set 8143?
Red, with 220 out of 690 pieces, or 32%. Next come black (29%) and yellow (27%).
How many different parts does set 8143 contain?
Set 8143 has 172 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 99 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in yellow, with 15 copies.
Does LEGO set 8143 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Wheel Cover 7 Spoke V Shape - 36mm D..
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 8143?
Set 8671 Ferrari 430 Spider 1:17, released in 2006: it supplies 50%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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