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LEGO Mission to Mars

Set #10405 · 2018 · 871 pieces · Advanced build

LEGO Mission to Mars set 10405 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
10405
Name
Mission to Mars
Theme
Classic
Year
2018
Pieces
871
Complexity
Advanced
Build Time
4-8 hours
Ages
14+
Type
Both play and display
LF
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About LEGO Mission to Mars

LEGO Mission to Mars (set #10405) is a large, detailed build with 871 pieces from the Classic theme, released in 2018. The Classic line features open-ended brick boxes for freeform creative building. At 871 pieces, this is a advanced-level build with an estimated build time of 4-8 hours, suitable for ages 14+.

Set Highlights

  • 871 pieces at advanced complexity — a 4-8 hours build.
  • Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
  • Versatile build — display-worthy when complete, durable enough for active play.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Ages 14+

The advanced difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 14+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

871 pieces with an estimated 4-8 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a Classic Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Classic shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.

Build Tips

1

A five-minute sort by color or piece type before starting saves time hunting for specific bricks mid-step.

2

Follow the numbered steps in sequence — structural elements early in the build support everything that comes after.

3

Keep the instruction booklet after building — it's the most reliable reference for disassembly, cleaning, or reassembly after storage.

Finding Instructions

Building instructions for LEGO Mission to Mars (#10405) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.

Mission to Mars FAQ

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