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LEGO Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs)

Set #1513 · 1972 · 901 pieces · Advanced build

LEGO Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs) set 1513 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
1513
Name
Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs)
Year
1972
Pieces
901
Complexity
Advanced
Build Time
4-8 hours
Ages
14+
Type
Both play and display
LF
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About LEGO Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs)

LEGO Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs) (set #1513) is a large, detailed build with 901 pieces from the Educational and Dacta theme, released in 1972. The Educational and Dacta line features classroom and learning-oriented kits for STEM education. At 901 pieces, this is a advanced-level build with an estimated build time of 4-8 hours, suitable for ages 14+. This set dates from the pre-minifigure era, before LEGO introduced its iconic yellow-faced figures in 1978.

Set Highlights

  • 901 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.
  • Vintage 1972 release — increasingly rare in complete, unplayed condition.

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

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

Expanding a Educational and Dacta Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Educational and Dacta 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

Vintage sets may show slight color variation from modern LEGO due to different ABS formulas. This is normal and part of the set's character, not a defect.

Finding Instructions

Instructions for older sets like #1513 (1972) may not always be available on LEGO.com. Try searching the set number directly, or upload a photo of the bricks to LegoFinder — the AI can identify vintage sets from their parts.

Denken mit Lego (Thinking with Lego 900pcs) FAQ

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