Set Details
- Set Number
- 7628
- Name
- Peril in Peru
- Theme
- Indiana Jones
- Year
- 2008
- Pieces
- 626
- Complexity
- Substantial
- Build Time
- 2-4 hours
- Ages
- 10+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Peril in Peru
LEGO Peril in Peru (set #7628) is a large, detailed build with 626 pieces from the Indiana Jones theme, released in 2008. The Indiana Jones line features adventure sets based on the Indiana Jones films. At 626 pieces, this is a substantial-level build with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours, suitable for ages 10+. As a licensed set, it recreates elements from the official Indiana Jones property.
Set Highlights
- 626 pieces at substantial complexity — a 2-4 hours build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 10+ builders.
- Officially licensed Indiana Jones set — faithful recreation of the source property.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Indiana Jones Fans
The natural overlap between Indiana Jones fans and LEGO fans makes this a go-to gift. The set brings recognizable characters and scenes into brick form.
Themed Play & Roleplay
Minifigures and themed accessories support imaginative play tied to the Indiana Jones universe — the play experience extends well beyond the initial build.
Collector's Display Piece
Many fans build licensed sets and display them complete. Limited or retired licensed releases often gain value over time, making them popular with serious collectors.
Build Tips
A five-minute sort by color or piece type before starting saves time hunting for specific bricks mid-step.
Follow the numbered steps in sequence — structural elements early in the build support everything that comes after.
For active play sets, key connection points (hinges, turntables, clip joints) can loosen over time — a small dab of LEGO's own tube clutch lubricant on the stud resolves most looseness without damage.
Finding Instructions
Building instructions for LEGO Peril in Peru (#7628) 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.
Peril in Peru FAQ
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