Celebrate the golden age of LEGO® Space with 40712 Micro Rocket Launchpad. This 325-piece promotional set pays tribute to iconic LEGO® Space models from 1978–1983, recreating them at micro scale with the unmistakable blue, grey, and transparent-yellow styling of the era. The collection includes a rocket and launchpad, space station, rocket transport vehicle, and spaceship, plus two adorable micro space characters. Originally released as a limited Gift with Purchase in 2024, it’s a nostalgic collectible created especially for fans of Classic Space. Key Features Classic LEGO® Space tribute: Inspired by legendary LEGO® Space sets produced between 1978 and 1983. 4 micro-scale models: Build a rocket with launchpad, space station, rocket transport vehicle, and spaceship. Inspired by vintage sets: The models reference 483 Alpha Rocket Base, 6950 Mobile Rocket Transport, and 6803 Space Patrol. 2 micro space characters: Includes two tiny astronauts in classic-style spacesuits and helmets that can be placed inside the vehicles and base. 325-piece collectible: Packs multiple miniature builds and plenty of nostalgic detail into a compact display. Classic Space styling: Features the distinctive colors and design language that made the original LEGO® Space sets instantly recognizable. Limited promotional release: Originally introduced in 2024 as a LEGO® Gift with Purchase and subsequently offered during additional limited promotional periods. Display-friendly design: The rocket launchpad stands over 15 cm (5.5 in.) high. Why You’ll Love It Micro Rocket Launchpad is much more than a small space-themed build—it’s a miniature celebration of LEGO® history. By recreating several beloved Classic Space models in one set, 40712 delivers a strong dose of nostalgia without requiring the display space of the originals. The two tiny astronauts add plenty of personality, while the references to Alpha Rocket Base, Mobile Rocket Transport, and Space Patrol make this limited promotional release especially appealing to longtime LEGO® Space collectors. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this site.
