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LEGO The Wooden Duck

Set #40501 · 2020 · 621 pieces · Substantial build

LEGO The Wooden Duck set 40501 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
40501
Name
The Wooden Duck
Year
2020
Pieces
621
Complexity
Substantial
Build Time
2-4 hours
Ages
10+
Type
Both play and display
LF
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About LEGO The Wooden Duck

LEGO The Wooden Duck (set #40501) is a large, detailed build with 621 pieces from the LEGO Exclusive theme, released in 2020. At 621 pieces, this is a substantial-level build with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours, suitable for ages 10+.

Set Highlights

  • 621 pieces at substantial complexity — a 2-4 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 10+

The substantial difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 10+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

621 pieces with an estimated 2-4 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a LEGO Exclusive Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their LEGO Exclusive 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 The Wooden Duck (#40501) 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.

The Wooden Duck FAQ

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