Set Details
- Set Number
- 8516
- Name
- The Boss
- Theme
- Technic
- Year
- 2000
- Pieces
- 122
- Complexity
- Quick
- Build Time
- 20-45 minutes
- Ages
- 6+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO The Boss
LEGO The Boss (set #8516) is a mid-sized build with 122 pieces from the Technic theme, released in 2000. The Technic line features mechanically complex models with gears, axles, and motors. This is a quick-level build suitable for ages 6+, with an estimated build time of 20-45 minutes.
Set Highlights
- 122 pieces at quick complexity — a 20-45 minutes build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 6+ builders.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 6+
The quick difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 6+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
122 pieces with an estimated 20-45 minutes fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Technic Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Technic 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 The Boss (#8516) 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 Boss FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 2000
All 2000 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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