LEGO MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft
Set #7644 · 2008 · 795 pieces · Substantial build
Set Details
- Set Number
- 7644
- Name
- MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft
- Theme
- Space
- Year
- 2008
- Pieces
- 795
- Complexity
- Substantial
- Build Time
- 2-4 hours
- Ages
- 10+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft
LEGO MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft (set #7644) is a large, detailed build with 795 pieces from the Space theme, released in 2008. The Space line features spacecraft, moon bases, and interstellar exploration. At 795 pieces, this is a substantial-level build with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours, suitable for ages 10+.
Set Highlights
- 795 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.
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
795 pieces with an estimated 2-4 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Space Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Space shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
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 MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft (#7644) 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.
MX-81 Hypersonic Operations Aircraft FAQ
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