• Sets Redesigned During Production

    Compiled by ambrosius. Updated 12 November 2019. Contains 101 sets.
    These sets have two versions of instructions and it's usually quite apparent which one came first. Though a redesign may offer improvements in stability and playability, the initial design tends toward a sleeker look.

    Sources for instructions are listed whenever possible. A [box] flag means that versions are distinguishable without opening the set. The significance factor (in parentheses) is the number of affected lines in the parts list followed by the number of affected parts.
<h1>Motorized Train Set</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/113-2/Motorized-Train-Set'>113-2</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Trains'>Trains</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-4-5V'>4.5V</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Trains/year-1966'>1966</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1966 LEGO Group</div>

Motorized Train Set

©1966 LEGO Group

113: Motorized Train Set

Pieces
271
Value used
~€224.32
Related sets
European version of 113-3
Bricklist notes
On the roofs of the carriages, two 6 x 24 plates replace large numbers of 2 x 2 and 2 x 4 plates. Instructions for both versions are available from Peeron. (3/30)
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<h1>Front-End Loader</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/102A-1/Front-End-Loader'>102A-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND'>LEGOLAND</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Vehicle'>Vehicle</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND/year-1970'>1970</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1970 LEGO Group</div>

Front-End Loader

©1970 LEGO Group

Front-End Loader

Pieces
57
Bricklist notes
The motor is replaced by one with slightly different dimensions, and several other parts are replaced on the front and hood to compensate. Also, the "wall" at the back of the cab is removed and a single 5 x 6 plate is used for the top instead of five 2 x 3 plates. Swooshable has the early version instructions and Brickfactory has the redesign. (15/27)
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<h1>Police Heliport</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/354-1/Police-Heliport'>354-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND'>LEGOLAND</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND/year-1972'>1972</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1972 LEGO Group</div>

Police Heliport

©1972 LEGO Group

354: Police Heliport

Pieces
168
Designer
Jens Nygaard Knudsen
Value used
~€17.64
Related sets
European version of 560-2
Bricklist notes
On the landing platform, three large black plates are exchanged for three others, and a blue 1 x 4 brick is added underneath for support. Both versions of instructions are available at Swooshable. (5/7)
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<h1>Gravel Works</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/360-1/Gravel-Works'>360-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND'>LEGOLAND</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-LEGOLAND/year-1974'>1974</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1974 LEGO Group</div>

Gravel Works

©1974 LEGO Group

360: Gravel Works

Pieces
211
RRP
$14.00
PPP
6.6c
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€335.04
Value used
~€47.92
Notes
Released April 1974 in the UK.
Related sets
European version of 580-1
Bricklist notes
Support for the crane track is improved and 1 x 2 tiles are added to the crane dolly. Peeron has the early version instructions and Swooshable has the redesign. (4/13)
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<h1>Norton Motorcycle</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/393-1/Norton-Motorcycle'>393-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Hobby-Set'>Hobby Set</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Hobby-Set/year-1976'>1976</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1976 LEGO Group</div>

Norton Motorcycle

©1976 LEGO Group

393: Norton Motorcycle

Pieces
133
Value new
~€118.03
Value used
~€20.20
Bricklist notes
The redesign features a 1 x 4 arch over the front wheel and a heavier kickstand. Both versions of instructions are available at Brickfactory. (5/6)
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<h1>Harley-Davidson 1000cc</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/394-1/Harley-Davidson-1000cc'>394-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Hobby-Set'>Hobby Set</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Hobby-Set/year-1976'>1976</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1976 LEGO Group</div>

Harley-Davidson 1000cc

©1976 LEGO Group

394: Harley-Davidson 1000cc

Pieces
143
Value new
~€139.06
Value used
~€94.25
Also known as
Harley-Davidson Police Motor Cycle
Bricklist notes
The 2 x 2 tile used for a kickstand is replaced by a 1 x 2 brick and a 1 x 2 plate. Peeron has the early version instructions and Swooshable has the redesign. (3/3)
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<h1>Fork-Lift Truck</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/850-1/Fork-Lift-Truck'>850-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1977'>1977</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1977 LEGO Group</div>

Fork-Lift Truck

©1977 LEGO Group

850: Fork-Lift Truck

3.8 87 ratings 6 reviews
Pieces
210
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€317.99
Value used
~€27.03
Also known as
Fork Lift Truck
Notes
Random set of the day on 19 Feb 2022
Related sets
European version of 950-1
Bricklist notes
Two 2 x 8 plates and one 1 x 4 plate are added underneath the seat platform to allow more clearance for the back tires. Both versions of instructions are available at Brickfactory. [box: left edge inside top flap] (2/3)
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<h1>Tractor</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/851-1/Tractor'>851-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1977'>1977</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1977 LEGO Group</div>

Tractor

©1977 LEGO Group

851: Tractor

4.4 50 ratings 12 reviews
Pieces
318
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€293.41
Value used
~€79.04
Also known as
Tractor
Related sets
European version of 952-1
Bricklist notes
The 3-point hitch is strengthened to handle heavier implements. Also, a spacer and a 1 x 8 plate are added to the main implement, and two 1 x 1 plates are added under the seat. Swooshable has the early version instructions and Brickfactory has the supplemental sheet and late version instructions. [box: left edge inside top flap] (5/9)
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<h1>Helicopter</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/852-1/Helicopter'>852-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1977'>1977</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1977 LEGO Group</div>

Helicopter

©1977 LEGO Group

852: Helicopter

4.6 22 ratings 7 reviews
Pieces
364
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€442.92
Value used
~€67.57
Also known as
Helicopter
Related sets
European version of 954-1
Bricklist notes
A 2 x 4 plate is replaced with a 4 x 4 plate to ensure the tail rotor spins freely. See box images. [box: left edge inside top flap] (2/2)
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<h1>Car Chassis</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/853-1/Car-Chassis'>853-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1977'>1977</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1977 LEGO Group</div>

Car Chassis

©1977 LEGO Group

853: Car Chassis

4.3 56 ratings 11 reviews
Pieces
601
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€132.86
Value used
~€142.10
Also known as
Car Chassis
Notes
Random set of the day on 10 Jun 2023
Related sets
European version of 956-1
Bricklist notes
Reinforcement to the steering system. Several seemingly unnecessary plates with holes are retained from pre-production versions of the steering. Swooshable has the early version instructions and the supplemental sheet, and Peeron has the late version instructions. [box: left edge inside top flap] (7/13)
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<h1>Space Command Centre</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/493-1/Space-Command-Centre'>493-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Space'>Space</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Classic'>Classic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Space/year-1978'>1978</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1978 LEGO Group</div>

Space Command Centre

©1978 LEGO Group

493: Space Command Centre

4.1 28 ratings 3 reviews
Pieces
189
Minifigs
4
Minifigs
sp005 sp006
Packaging
Box
Value used
~€621.04
Related sets
US version of 926-1
Bricklist notes
Two brick-built craters on a regular 32 x 32 baseplate are replaced by a special "crater" plate, resulting in a net reduction of 16 pieces. Peeron has the redesign under the European version of the set. [box: main image] (5/18)
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<h1>Mobile Crane</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/670-1/Mobile-Crane'>670-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Classic'>Classic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Town/year-1978'>1978</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1978 LEGO Group</div>

Mobile Crane

©1978 LEGO Group

670: Mobile Crane

Pieces
55
Minifigs
1
Minifigs
con014
Value used
~€16.17
Also known as
Mobile Crane
Related sets
European version of 558-1
Bricklist notes
Underneath the crane, two black 1 x 2 tiles are replaced by two black 2 x 2 tiles. Also, an additional sticker is placed on the back side of the crane. Swooshable has the early version instructions and Peeron has the redesign. (4/6)
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<h1>Mobile Crane</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/855-1/Mobile-Crane'>855-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1978'>1978</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1978 LEGO Group</div>

Mobile Crane

©1978 LEGO Group

855: Mobile Crane

3.9 19 ratings 4 reviews
Pieces
512
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€498.59
Value used
~€52.46
Also known as
Mobile Crane
Notes
Random set of the day on 18 Apr 2022
Related sets
European version of 955-1
Bricklist notes
Several parts, including a pair of 1 x 6 technic bricks that were newly released in 1979, are added to strengthen the crane boom. A supplementary instruction sheet is viewable on BrickLink. (5/15)
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<h1>Transformer / Speed Controller 12V</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/7864-1/Transformer-Speed-Controller-12V'>7864-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Trains'>Trains</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-4-5-12V'>4.5/12V</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Trains/year-1980'>1980</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1980 LEGO Group</div>

Transformer / Speed Controller 12V

©1980 LEGO Group

7864: Transformer / Speed Controller 12V

4.1 34 ratings 3 reviews
Pieces
33
Value new
~€89.59
Value used
~€25.71
Notes
Random set of the day on 26 Aug 2018
Bricklist notes
A black 1 x 6 plate and a black 4 x 6 plate are added to the lever assembly. [box: main image] (2/2)
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<h1>Tractor</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/8859-1/Tractor'>8859-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1981'>1981</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1981 LEGO Group</div>

Tractor

©1981 LEGO Group

8859: Tractor

3.8 38 ratings 5 reviews
Pieces
610
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€425.64
Value used
~€89.72
Also known as
Tractor
Notes
Random set of the day on 14 Aug 2019
Bricklist notes
On the driveshaft, an axle joint made of toothed connectors and a pin is replaced by a universal joint. (3/4)
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<h1>Post Office</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6362-1/Post-Office'>6362-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Postal'>Postal</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Town/year-1982'>1982</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1982 LEGO Group</div>

Post Office

©1982 LEGO Group

6362: Post Office

4.2 83 ratings 11 reviews
Pieces
133
Minifigs
1
Minifigs
post001
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€395.96
Value used
~€32.56
Also known as
Post Office
Notes
Random set of the day on 21 Aug 2018
Bricklist notes
A blue 1 x 2 tile and a white 1 x 2 tile are replaced by two light gray 1 x 2 tiles. See notes at Peeron. (3/4)
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<h1>Dragster</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/8847-1/Dragster'>8847-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Technic'>Technic</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Technic/year-1983'>1983</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1983 LEGO Group</div>

Dragster

©1983 LEGO Group

8847: Dragster

Pieces
250
Packaging
Box
Value used
~€58.88
Bricklist notes
On the steering shaft, a universal joint replaces an axle joint made of toothed connectors and a pin. Also, a 1 x 4 Technic brick replaces a 1 x 2 Technic brick. A supplemental instructions sheet is available from Brickfactory. (5/6)
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<h1>Police Command Base</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6386-1/Police-Command-Base'>6386-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Police'>Police</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Town/year-1986'>1986</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1986 LEGO Group</div>

Police Command Base

©1986 LEGO Group

6386: Police Command Base

4.2 119 ratings 9 reviews
Pieces
381
Minifigs
4
Minifigs
cop001 cop003
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€468.78
Value used
~€62.49
Also known as
Police Headquarters W/ Helicopter
Bricklist notes
The attachment of the rotor assembly on the helicopter was upgraded for increased stability of the rotor and tail section. (4/4)
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<h1>Metro Park & Service Tower</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6394-1/Metro-Park-Service-Tower'>6394-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Shops-and-Services'>Shops and Services</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Town/year-1988'>1988</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1988 LEGO Group</div>

Metro Park & Service Tower

©1988 LEGO Group

6394: Metro Park & Service Tower

4.2 92 ratings 11 reviews
Pieces
620
Minifigs
6 (2 unique to this set)
Minifigs
hor004 hor005 s004 shell002 trn026 trn078
RRP
$58.25
PPP
9.4c
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€283.77
Value used
~€160.59
Also known as
Parking And Service Centre
Notes
Random set of the day on 11 Jun 2018
Bricklist notes
The vehicle lift rail is strengthened by adding a third point of attachment and a yellow 1 x 2 tile at the base. (5/6)
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<h1>Message Intercept Base</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6987-1/Message-Intercept-Base'>6987-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Space'>Space</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Blacktron'>Blacktron</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Space/year-1988'>1988</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1988 LEGO Group</div>

Message Intercept Base

©1988 LEGO Group

6987: Message Intercept Base

4.7 93 ratings 11 reviews
Pieces
569
Minifigs
5
Minifigs
sp001
Packaging
Box
Additional images
1
Designer
Daniel August Krentz
Value new
~€902.67
Value used
~€279.49
Also known as
Blacktron Star Base
Notes
Random set of the day on 10 Jun 2021
Bricklist notes
In the hinging mechanism for the large opening panels, two 2 x 2 turntables are replaced by two 2 x 2 plates with pins, and other parts are adjusted as necessary. Peeron has the early version instructions and Swooshable has the redesign. (6/12)
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<h1>Black Seas Barracuda</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6285-1/Black-Seas-Barracuda'>6285-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Pirates'>Pirates</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Pirates/year-1989'>1989</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1989 LEGO Group</div>

Black Seas Barracuda

©1989 LEGO Group

6285: Black Seas Barracuda

4.7 305 ratings 40 reviews
Pieces
909
Minifigs
8
RRP
$110.00
PPP
12.1c
Packaging
Box
Designer
Niels Milan Pedersen
Value new
~€2724.18
Value used
~€318.71
Also known as
The Pirate Ship Dark Shark
Notes
Random set of the day on 12 Feb 2018
Related sets
Re-released as 10040-1
Re-imagined as 21322-1
Bricklist notes
At the base of the main mast, four black 2 x 2 corner bricks are replaced by two black 2 x 4 bricks. Peeron has the redesign under the 2002 reissue of the set. (2/6)
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<h1>King's Mountain Fortress</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6081-1/King-s-Mountain-Fortress'>6081-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Castle'>Castle</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Lion-Knights'>Lion Knights</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Castle/year-1990'>1990</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1990 LEGO Group</div>

King's Mountain Fortress

©1990 LEGO Group

6081: King's Mountain Fortress

4.3 124 ratings 19 reviews
Pieces
435
Minifigs
8 (7 unique to this set)
Minifigs
cas097 cas112 cas147 cas170 cas171 gen002
RRP
$58.00
PPP
13.3c
Packaging
Box
Designer
Daniel August Krentz
Value new
~€1702.61
Value used
~€210.05
Also known as
The Haunted Castle
Notes
Random set of the day on 23 Nov 2018
Bricklist notes
In the top of the main tower, two gray corner bricks are added under one of the 6 x 10 plates. (1/2)
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<h1>Airport Shuttle</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6399-1/Airport-Shuttle'>6399-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Town'>Town</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-Monorail'>Monorail</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Town/year-1990'>1990</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1990 LEGO Group</div>

Airport Shuttle

©1990 LEGO Group

6399: Airport Shuttle

4.7 106 ratings 20 reviews
Pieces
767
Minifigs
9 (6 unique to this set)
RRP
$140.00
PPP
18.3c
Packaging
Box
Value new
~€4161.94
Value used
~€994.53
Also known as
Airport Shuttle
Notes
Random set of the day on 24 Oct 2023
Bricklist notes
At the back end of the battery car, a red 1 x 2 brick with a notch (cutout brick for wires) is replaced by a yellow 2 x 4 plate and a blue 1 x 2 plate. Several YouTube build videos show the new version. (3/3)
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<h1>Particle Ionizer</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/6923-1/Particle-Ionizer'>6923-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Space'>Space</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-M-Tron'>M-Tron</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Space/year-1990'>1990</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1990 LEGO Group</div>

Particle Ionizer

©1990 LEGO Group

6923: Particle Ionizer

4.4 120 ratings 6 reviews
Pieces
203
Minifigs
2 (1 unique to this set)
Minifigs
sp033 sp083
RRP
$24.00
PPP
11.8c
Packaging
Box
Additional images
1
Value new
~€662.92
Value used
~€59.34
Also known as
Cosmicopter [Uk], Exo-Copter [De], Zware M:Tron Girokopter [Nl]
Related sets
See also 6862-1
Bricklist notes
Two devices on the top of the ship are redesigned. Swooshable has the original version instructions and Peeron has the new version. (12/15)
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<h1>Road & Rail Maintenance</h1><div class='tags floatleft'><a href='/sets/4546-1/Road-Rail-Maintenance'>4546-1</a> <a href='/sets/theme-Trains'>Trains</a> <a class='subtheme' href='/sets/subtheme-9V'>9V</a> <a class='year' href='/sets/theme-Trains/year-1991'>1991</a> </div><div class='floatright'>©1991 LEGO Group</div>

Road & Rail Maintenance

©1991 LEGO Group

4546: Road & Rail Maintenance

4.1 46 ratings 3 reviews
Pieces
77
Minifigs
1
Minifigs
trn047
RRP
$10.00
PPP
13.0c
Packaging
Box
Designer
Torben Plagborg
Value new
~€117.82
Value used
~€23.42
Also known as
Rail And Road Combi-Vehicle
Bricklist notes
Two 1 x 2 hinge top plates in red are replaced by two 2 x 2 top plates in the same color for added stability. (2/4)
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