Set Details
- Set Number
- 40540
- Name
- Lion Dance Guy
- Theme
- Brickheadz
- Year
- 2022
- Pieces
- 239
- Complexity
- Moderate
- Build Time
- 1-2 hours
- Ages
- 8+
- Type
- Collectible
About LEGO Lion Dance Guy
LEGO Lion Dance Guy (set #40540) is a mid-sized build with 239 pieces from the Brickheadz theme, released in 2022. The Brickheadz line features stylized collectible character figures with oversized cubic heads. This is a moderate-level build suitable for ages 8+, with an estimated build time of 1-2 hours.
Set Highlights
- 239 pieces at moderate complexity — a 1-2 hours 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.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 8+
The moderate difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 8+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
239 pieces with an estimated 1-2 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Brickheadz Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Brickheadz 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.
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 Lion Dance Guy (#40540) 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.
Lion Dance Guy FAQ
Related Reading
More Brickheadz Sets
See all Brickheadz →
Also Released in 2022
All 2022 sets →Similar Build Difficulty
Sets at roughly the same piece count and complexity tier — different theme and year, but a similar build experience.
Need Instructions for Lion Dance Guy?
Upload a photo of your LEGO Lion Dance Guy set and get the building instructions PDF in seconds.
Upload a Photo Now