LEGO dropped the Jungle Raider (71700) in 2020 as part of the Ninjago Tournament of Elements collection — a bite-sized build at 127 pieces with a retail price of $9.99. It comes packed with 1 minifig — always a nice bonus for collectors.
The price-per-piece lands at $0.079 — that's really strong value.
The Jungle Raider is a solid entry in the Ninjago range — nothing flashy, but well-built and fun.
Key Features
127 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
1 minifigure — Collectible character from Ninjago
$0.079 per piece — Better value than the Ninjago average
Tournament of Elements subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
2020 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's Ninjago theme is a powerhouse in the LEGO lineup with serious collector following, and the Jungle Raider is a 2020 release that lands in a great entry point into the Ninjago theme at $9.99. The $0.079 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Ninjago right now.
Within Ninjago, the Tournament of Elements sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Ninjago for investment or just collecting, the Tournament of Elements releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong appreciation at +79%. Market value of $17.87 represents a 79% premium over its $9.99 retail price.
Top 10% value in Ninjago — At $0.079 per piece (#26 of 359), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Ninjago.
Strong part-out value at 1.5x — Parts are worth $15.26 vs $9.99 retail (1.5x ratio). Theme average is 2.0x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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