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Mission Commander

Mission Commander

6986-1·Space·1989·2 minifigs·128 parts

Used Avg
$224.45
New Avg
$1652.70
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About Mission Commander

Mission Commander (6986-1) is a LEGO Space set released in 1989, currently averaging $224.45 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $17.05. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 128 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 8% of this set's value ($17.05 out of $224.45). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $1652.70 vs $224.45 used — a 636% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1989). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Mission Commander (2)

Blacktron I
Blacktron I
sp001$5.43
Space Police 1
Space Police 1
sp036×2$5.81

Parts (128)

Tail 4 x 1 x 3
Tail 4 x 1 x 3
Black×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Blue×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Black×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs with Space Police I Logo Pattern Model Left Side
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs with Space Police I Logo Pattern Model Left Side
Black×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs with Space Police I Logo Pattern Model Right Side
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs with Space Police I Logo Pattern Model Right Side
Black×2
Wedge, Plate 10 x 10 with 4 x 4 Cutout and Cut Corner
Wedge, Plate 10 x 10 with 4 x 4 Cutout and Cut Corner
Black×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Blue×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Black×4
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Blue×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Black×3
Technic Rack Winder
Technic Rack Winder
Black
Technic Rack 1 x 20 x 2/3
Technic Rack 1 x 20 x 2/3
Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel (2429 / 2430)
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel (2429 / 2430)
Blue×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Blue×3
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Black×6
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Black×4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Blue×2
Vehicle, Spoiler / Plow Blade 6 x 3 with Hinge
Vehicle, Spoiler / Plow Blade 6 x 3 with Hinge
Black
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Blue
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
Blue×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on Side
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on Side
Blue×2
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
Blue×4
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
Trans-Red×8
Panel 4 x 4 x 6 Corner Concave
Panel 4 x 4 x 6 Corner Concave
Blue×4
Panel 3 x 3 x 6 Corner Convex
Panel 3 x 3 x 6 Corner Convex
Black×4
Panel 3 x 3 x 6 Corner Convex
Panel 3 x 3 x 6 Corner Convex
Trans-Red×2
Windscreen 10 x 4 x 2 1/3 Canopy
Windscreen 10 x 4 x 2 1/3 Canopy
Trans-Red
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Blue×2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Blue
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Blue×6
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Black×10
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Black×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Black×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Blue×4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Black×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Black×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Blue×5
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Black×6
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Blue×15
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Black×17
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Blue×9
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Black×6
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Trans-Red×8
Plate 6 x 12
Plate 6 x 12
Black
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Black×3
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 10
Blue
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Blue
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Black×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Blue
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Black×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Black×4
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Black×4
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Black×5
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Blue×6
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Black×7
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Black×3
Slope 33 3 x 2 with Space Police I Logo Pattern
Slope 33 3 x 2 with Space Police I Logo Pattern
Black×3
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Black×4
Engine, Smooth Small, 1 x 2 Side Plate with Axle Holders
Engine, Smooth Small, 1 x 2 Side Plate with Axle Holders
Black×2
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Right
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Right
Black
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Left
Wedge, Plate 7 x 12 Wing Left
Black
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Blue×2
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Blue×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Black×9
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Blue
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Black×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Blue×6
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Black×16
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Blue×9
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Black×13
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Black
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Black
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Blue×5
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Blue×3
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Black×3
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Blue
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Blue
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Black
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 3
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 3
Trans-Red×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 6 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 6 with Holes
Black
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left without Underside Stud Notch
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left without Underside Stud Notch
Black
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right without Underside Stud Notch
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right without Underside Stud Notch
Black
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Right
Black
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Left
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Left
Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Blue×8
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Blue
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Black×8
Support 2 x 2 x 2 Stand (Undetermined Type)
Support 2 x 2 x 2 Stand (Undetermined Type)
Black×13
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Blue×2
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Black
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Blue×2
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Black×4
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Antenna 4H - Round Top
Trans-Red×8
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Black×2
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - Hollow Studs
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - Hollow Studs
Blue×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Black×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Plate, Round 1 x 1, 2 on Sprue
Trans-Red×5
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Black
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Black
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Blue×4
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Blue×3
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Black×3
Plate 2 x 16
Plate 2 x 16
Blue
Plate 2 x 16
Plate 2 x 16
Black
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Blue×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Black×2
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Blue×2
Wedge, Plate 8 x 8 with 4 x 4 Cutout
Wedge, Plate 8 x 8 with 4 x 4 Cutout
Blue
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
Blue×5
Hinge Plate 1 x 6 with 2 and 3 Fingers On Ends
Hinge Plate 1 x 6 with 2 and 3 Fingers On Ends
Blue
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
Trans-Red×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 Offset
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 Offset
Black×9
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Black×6
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 x 2/3 with Studs on Sides and Extended Stud Receptacle
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 x 2/3 with Studs on Sides and Extended Stud Receptacle
Black×2
Bracket 3 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted (Space Seat)
Bracket 3 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted (Space Seat)
Blue×3
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Black×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Horizontal Arm 6mm)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Horizontal Arm 6mm)
Black×4
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
White×4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Blue×2
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin and No Axle Hole
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin and No Axle Hole
Black
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Blue×4
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Black×2
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Trans-Red×2
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
Blue×2
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 6 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Black
Slope 45 4 x 4 Double with Hinge
Slope 45 4 x 4 Double with Hinge
Blue×2
Bar 1 x 6 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 6 with Open Studs
Black×2
Hose, Flexible  8.5L with (Same Color) Tabless Ends
Hose, Flexible 8.5L with (Same Color) Tabless Ends
Black×2

Common questions about Mission Commander

How much is LEGO Mission Commander (6986-1) worth?

Mission Commander sells for an average of $224.45 used and $1652.70 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 6986-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Blacktron I ($5.43), Space Police 1 ($5.81). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $17.05. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Mission Commander?

The minifigures make up about 8% of the set value ($17.05 out of $224.45). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Mission Commander (6986-1) retired?

Yes, Mission Commander was released in 1989 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Mission Commander set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 2 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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