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Steam Shovel

Steam Shovel

6631-1·Town / City·1985·1 minifig·24 parts

Used Avg
$4.61
New Avg
$117.78
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About Steam Shovel

Steam Shovel (6631-1) is a LEGO Town / City set released in 1985, currently averaging $4.61 used on BrickLink. It comes with 1 minifigure worth a combined $2.35. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 24 pieces.

Part-out value

Minifig value: $2.35 out of $4.61 total (51%). Over half the set's resale value is in the figures. Sellers parting this set out should list the minifigs individually on BrickLink — they'll earn more than bundling everything together.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $117.78 vs $4.61 used — a 2453% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Minifigures in Steam Shovel (1)

Overalls Black with Pocket, Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet
Overalls Black with Pocket, Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet
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Parts (24)

Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Red Wheels with Black Tires 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (122c01 / 3641)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Red Wheels with Black Tires 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (122c01 / 3641)
×3
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Brick 1 x 4 with Red Danger Stripes Pattern (Printed Version)
Brick 1 x 4 with Red Danger Stripes Pattern (Printed Version)
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×3
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black Grille with 7 Vertical Lines Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black Grille with 7 Vertical Lines Pattern
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×3
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
×3
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Antenna Small Base with Light Gray Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Light Gray Lever (4592 / 4593)
Vehicle, Digger Bucket 2 x 3 Curved Bottom, Hollow, with 2 Fingers Hinge
Vehicle, Digger Bucket 2 x 3 Curved Bottom, Hollow, with 2 Fingers Hinge

Common questions about Steam Shovel

How much is LEGO Steam Shovel (6631-1) worth?

Steam Shovel sells for an average of $4.61 used and $117.78 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 6631-1?

This set includes 1 minifigure: Overalls Black with Pocket, Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet ($2.35). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $2.35. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Steam Shovel?

The minifigures make up about 51% of the set value ($2.35 out of $4.61). 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 Steam Shovel (6631-1) retired?

Yes, Steam Shovel was released in 1985 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.

How do I check if my Steam Shovel set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 1 minifigure. 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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