Set Details
- Set Number
- 246
- Name
- Santa with Sleigh and Reindeer
- Theme
- Seasonal
- Year
- 1977
- Pieces
- 68
- Complexity
- Quick
- Build Time
- 20-45 minutes
- Ages
- 6+
- Type
- Collectible
About LEGO Santa with Sleigh and Reindeer
LEGO Santa with Sleigh and Reindeer (set #246) is a quick, accessible build with 68 pieces from the Seasonal theme, released in 1977. The Seasonal line features holiday and seasonal themed builds and gift sets. This is a quick-level build suitable for ages 6+, with an estimated build time of 20-45 minutes. This set dates from the pre-minifigure era, before LEGO introduced its iconic yellow-faced figures in 1978.
Set Highlights
- 68 pieces at quick complexity — a 20-45 minutes build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Display-focused design — the finished model holds together well on a shelf without support.
- Vintage 1977 release — increasingly rare in complete, unplayed condition.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 6+
The quick difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 6+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
68 pieces with an estimated 20-45 minutes fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Seasonal Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Seasonal shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
Build Tips
Check the piece count on the bag against the parts list before starting — knowing what you have prevents mid-build surprises.
Even in small sets, connection order matters. Follow the steps rather than building sections independently.
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 #246 (1977) 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.
Santa with Sleigh and Reindeer FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 1977
All 1977 sets →Similar Build Difficulty
Sets at roughly the same piece count and complexity tier — different theme and year, but a similar build experience.
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