With 106 pieces, the LEGO Jay's Electro Mech (71740) is a neat little set. It launched in 2021 under the Ninjago banner at $19.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.189. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
For the price point, the Jay's Electro Mech delivers a clean Ninjago build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
106 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
2 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.189 per piece — Standard value for the Ninjago range
Tournament of Elements collection — Sought-after corner of the Ninjago lineup
From 2021 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2021 addition to Ninjago, part of the Tournament of Elements subcollection, the Jay's Electro Mech slots into the more affordable side of Ninjago. Ninjago is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $19.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.189 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for Ninjago sets in this range.
Collectors following Ninjago specifically should note the Tournament of Elements subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Ninjago lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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