Coming in at 172 pieces, the Avengers: Captain America vs. Hydra (76017) is a smaller set that's great for a quick session from the Marvel Super Heroes lineup. It debuted in 2014 at $19.99. You get 3 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.116, which is solid for what you're getting.
Licensed Marvel Super Heroes sets like this tend to attract both LEGO fans and franchise enthusiasts, which keeps demand high even after retirement.
Key Features
172 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.116 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Avengers Assemble collection — Sought-after corner of the Marvel Super Heroes lineup
Released 2014 — Marvel Super Heroes sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Avengers: Captain America vs. Hydra falls under the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme, sitting in the Avengers Assemble subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2014 at $19.99, it sits in the accessible end of Marvel Super Heroes. The $0.116 per piece is in line with Marvel Super Heroes averages.
The Avengers Assemble subcategory within Marvel Super Heroes has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Marvel Super Heroes collection.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Marvel Super Heroes lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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