With 866 pieces, the LEGO The Lonely Mountain (79018) is a solid build with a good amount of detail. It launched in 2014 under the The Hobbit banner at $129.99. You get 5 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
At $0.150 per piece, it runs a bit higher — but that often reflects larger or more specialized elements.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what The Hobbit does best.
Key Features
866 pieces — Solid build size with a good level of detail
5 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.150 per piece — Standard value for the The Hobbit range
The Battle of the Five Armies collection — Sought-after corner of the The Hobbit lineup
Released 2014 — The Hobbit sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The The Lonely Mountain falls under the LEGO The Hobbit theme, sitting in the The Battle of the Five Armies subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2014 at $129.99, it sits in a solid mid-to-upper range entry in The Hobbit. At $0.150 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for The Hobbit sets in this range.
The The Battle of the Five Armies subcategory within The Hobbit 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 The Hobbit collection.
Why This Set Is Special
Largest set in The Hobbit. At 866 pieces, this is the single largest set in the entire The Hobbit theme.
#2 most-wanted in The Hobbit — With 3,912 collectors wanting this set, it ranks #2 out of 17 The Hobbit sets by demand — top 11.8%.
Flagship The Hobbit set — At $129.99, this is the highest-priced set in the The Hobbit theme — flagship sets tend to be the strongest appreciators.
Frequently Asked Questions
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