Convertables

Convertables (8244-1) is a set in the Universal Building Set theme, released in 1996. It has 273 pieces and 1 minifigure.

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Number:8244-1
Released:January 1996
Pieces:273
Box size:28.8 × 24 × 6 cm
Theme:Universal Building Set

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LEGO planned to retire this set in December 1998.

Product details

Number: 8244-1
Name: Convertables
Theme: Technic › Universal Building Set
Released: January 1996
Launched: January 1996
Retired: December 1998
Pieces: 273
Minifigures: 1
RRP: ≈ 61.79 USD (240.00 PLN) (PL)
Price per piece: ≈ 0.226 USD (0.879 PLN) (PL)

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PL ≈ 61.79 USD (240.00 PLN) gross No availability dates published.Recorded by BrickDb since 10/21/2026

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Parts in this set

107 inventory lines

Catalogue image of the part Sticker Sheet for Set 8244-1

Sticker Sheet for Set 8244-1 170906· [No Color/Any Color]

×1

Catalogue image of the part Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove

Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b· Black

×1

Catalogue image of the part Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420· Red

×2

Plate 2 x 2 Corner 2420· Light Gray

×4

Catalogue image of the part Tile 1 x 4 with Groove

Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431· Black

×4

Catalogue image of the part Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs]

Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] 2444· Black

×2

Catalogue image of the part Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud]

Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] 2654· Light Gray

×1

Catalogue image of the part Wheel 30 x 13 Model Team

Wheel 30 x 13 Model Team 2695· White

×4

Catalogue image of the part Tyre 24 x 13 Model Team

Tyre 24 x 13 Model Team 2696· Black

×4

Catalogue image of the part Technic Plate 1 x 5 with Toothed Ends, 2 Studs and Center Axle Hole

Technic Plate 1 x 5 with Toothed Ends, 2 Studs and Center Axle Hole 2711· Black

×2

Catalogue image of the part Technic Seat / Chair [3 x 2 Base]

Technic Seat / Chair [3 x 2 Base] 2717· Black

×1

Catalogue image of the part Technic Slope Long 1 x 6 with 3 Pin Holes

Technic Slope Long 1 x 6 with 3 Pin Holes 2744· Red

×2

Catalogue image of the part Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780· Black

×17

Catalogue image of the part Technic Steering Rack

Technic Steering Rack 2790· Light Gray

×1

Catalogue image of the part Technic Steering Gear Holder

Technic Steering Gear Holder 2791· Light Gray

×1

Catalogue image of the part Technic Steering Rack Top - Modified 1 x 8 Technic Plate with Toothed Ends

Technic Steering Rack Top - Modified 1 x 8 Technic Plate with Toothed Ends 2792· Black

×1

1 minifigures

Minifigures in this set

Technic Figure Black Legs, Light Gray Top with 2 Brown Belts, Black Arms - Black Helmet

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