Set Details
- Set Number
- 316
- Name
- Fire Fighter Ship
- Theme
- Boat
- Year
- 1978
- Pieces
- 142
- Complexity
- Quick
- Build Time
- 20-45 minutes
- Ages
- 6+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Fire Fighter Ship
LEGO Fire Fighter Ship (set #316) is a mid-sized build with 142 pieces from the Boat theme, released in 1978. This is a quick-level build suitable for ages 6+, with an estimated build time of 20-45 minutes. This set dates from 1978, the landmark year LEGO introduced the minifigure along with the first Castle and Space themes.
Set Highlights
- 142 pieces at quick complexity — a 20-45 minutes build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 6+ builders.
- Vintage 1978 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
142 pieces with an estimated 20-45 minutes fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Boat Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Boat 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 #316 (1978) 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.
Fire Fighter Ship FAQ
Related Reading
More Boat Sets
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Also Released in 1978
All 1978 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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