Set Details
- Set Number
- 3628
- Name
- Perry Panda & Chester Chimp
- Theme
- Fabuland
- Year
- 1981
- Pieces
- 5
- Complexity
- Starter
- Build Time
- 5-15 minutes
- Ages
- 1+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Perry Panda & Chester Chimp
LEGO Perry Panda & Chester Chimp (set #3628) is a small, compact build with 5 pieces from the Fabuland theme, released in 1981. The Fabuland line features animal character sets for younger children. Designed for young children aged 1+, the larger Duplo bricks are easy to handle and safe for small hands. This set dates from the 1980s, widely considered LEGO's golden age of original themes.
Set Highlights
- Oversized Duplo bricks — safe for children aged 1+, no small-parts risk.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 1+ builders.
- Vintage 1981 release — increasingly rare in complete, unplayed condition.
Who Is This Set For?
Parent & Child Building Activity
Duplo bricks are sized for small hands. Building together is the intended experience — simple steps and large pieces make it accessible for children aged 1+.
Open-Ended Creative Play
After following the instructions, the bricks can be taken apart and rebuilt freely. Duplo encourages iterative, creative play beyond the box model.
First LEGO Gift
A popular first-LEGO choice for young children — safe (no small parts), durable, and engaging enough to grow with the child.
Build Tips
Build together with your child — the visual steps are designed for parent-guided assembly.
After the guided build, encourage free rebuilding: Duplo bricks are designed to come apart easily and be reconfigured.
Store pieces in the original box or a divided container to keep this set separate from others.
Finding Instructions
Duplo instructions for set #3628 use large, simple step-by-step diagrams designed for parents to follow alongside young children. You can find them free on LEGO.com or upload a photo of the set to LegoFinder for instant identification.
Perry Panda & Chester Chimp FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 1981
All 1981 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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