Up-Scaled Blue Astronaut Minifigure

Name: LEGO Up-Scaled Blue Astronaut Minifigure 40921
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40921
Rating: 4.7 (37 reviews)

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Synthesized Verdict

"The Up-Scaled Blue Astronaut Minifigure is a focused, well-executed nostalgia set that delivers exactly what it promises: reviewers across Brickset and LEGO.com land on a BrickScore of 77.1 and consistent praise for its statement presence and clever construction. The missing rotating head and absent standard minifigure are the only real quibbles in an otherwise crowd-pleasing entry."

The Up-Scaled Blue Astronaut Minifigure earns a Recommended tier with a BrickScore of 77.1, and reviewer sentiment is consistently positive across the Brickset source and the LEGO.com owner pool. The set taps deep nostalgia for classic 1980s LEGO Space, delivering a large-scale display recreation of the iconic blue astronaut that owners describe as a statement piece. Minor criticisms focus on the non-rotating head compared to similar up-scaled figures and the absence of a regular-sized astronaut minifigure in the box.

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LOVED (6)

01Strong nostalgic resonance with classic 1980s LEGO Space theme, immediately recognizable to adult fans
02Impressive visual heft and size as a shelf display piece
03Ingenious internal build techniques to achieve the figure's curves and proportions praised as rewarding to discover
04Backpack detail noted as particularly well executed
05Compatibility with other up-scaled minifigure sets in the series
06Interior use of classic space-era colored bricks (black, yellow, transparent) as a nod to the original aesthetic

CRITICIZED (4)

01Head does not rotate, unlike some predecessors in the up-scaled series
02No regular-sized astronaut minifigure included, which several reviewers called the obvious missing piece
03At least one buyer received a piece in the wrong shade of blue, requiring a replacement request
04Minor fit issues noted on the torso section with a small visible gap

What reviewers are saying

"This feels like a must-have for Classic Space fans, especially the Neo-Classic Spacers out there still creating stunning craft with original livery, who may require at least two."

New Elementary

"40921 Up-Scaled Blue Astronaut Minifigure is set to join the collection of 6-scale minifigures next month, a figure that fans of the 6x-scale models have been waiting for since they debuted in 2021."

Brickset Reviews

"LEGO calls this set their upscaled blue astronaut minifigure. It's a very straightforward and honest and accurate description of what this is."

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

6952 Solar Power Transporter — The droid design in 40921 is a slight variant on the droid from 6952; similar basic design was used in other 1985 sets

6931 FX Star Patroller — Similar droid design from 1985; featured black and trans-yellow droid; 40921 droid design shares basic structure from this era

6951 Robot Command Centre — 40921 presents inverse concept; in 6951 robots designed robots in their own shape; in 40921 a robot builds a giant robot in minifigure form, creating absurd alternate universe concept

926 Command Centre — The 1x6x5 panel in 40921 was preceded by a brick equivalent in this 1979 set with astronaut fixing satellite print; could serve as alternative to expensive originals for recreating classic sets

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By Reviewer · 3

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BUY

New Elementary

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BUY

"This feels like a must-have for Classic Space fans, especially the Neo-Classic Spacers out there still creating stunning craft with original livery, who may require at least two."

Key Pros

✓Must-have for Classic Space fans and neo-classic builders
✓Highly poseable completed figure with expected leg and arm joint movements
✓Unique helmet design with impressive air tank detail and sculpting

Key Cons

✕Structure feels slightly flimsy during construction; could frustrate younger builders under 10+
✕Hips come away from torso too easily, especially when rotating legs

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓Good rendition of a much-loved minifigure
✓Revised hip joint has increased stability
✓Air tanks look excellent

Key Cons

✕Could do with an accessory
✕Helmet chin area is a bit chunky

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JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

"LEGO calls this set their upscaled blue astronaut minifigure. It's a very straightforward and honest and accurate description of what this is."

Key Pros

✓Nostalgic classic space design
✓Large, impressive size appropriate to piece count
✓Highest quality classic space logo print

Key Cons

✕Three color mismatches (yellow on arm not visible on box, gray on two other spots)
✕False advertising in box photography (photoshopped out yellow)

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Value drivers

New Elementary: 1985 droid design with control panel detail and blue astronaut with Classic Space logo panel

Exclusivity

New Elementary: Seasons & Occasions release (limited availability window); likely to increase in value post-retirement

Brickset Reviews: 6x-scale exclusive released through LEGO.com; part of an ongoing collectible line.

Resale

New Elementary: Strong potential due to nostalgia, themed parts, and limited parts (especially rare blues); collector appeal for both original Classic Space and neo-classic builders

Brickset Reviews: Expected to maintain value; referenced as a 'day 1 purchase' by multiple collectors in comments.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (1)

Classic Space Droid - Light Bluish Gray and Blue with Yellow Eye and Light Bluish Gray Arms

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Brick Arch 1 x 4 x 2 1/3 Curved Top in Blue (6600117 | 5843)
New mould; described as 'the missing child in the family' of arch bricks; completes the standardised curve system; used for helmet chinstrap
Panel 1 x 6 x 5 in Blue with Classic Space Logo print (6595944)Value
Newly printed piece; described as 'the most thrilling element in the set for Classic Space builders'; triggers nostalgia with panel predecessor from 1979 set 926
Brick Round Corner 4 x 4 x 3 Quarter Dome Top in Blue (6600111 | 49612)
Recoloured piece (4x); coupled with arch brick to create top of helmet; curved profiles match perfectly
Brick Round Corner 3 x 3 x 1 No Studs in Blue (6311259 | 65617)
Recoloured piece; used for bevelled surface at front of neck bracket; perfect fit for neck design
Plate 1 x 12 in Blue (6607607 | 60479)
Recoloured piece (2x); never appeared in blue before despite being in ~950 sets since 2008
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 1 Double with 1 x 2 Recessed in Blue (6600109 | 32802)
Recoloured piece (2x); double inverted slope associated with 1980s space sets

What Owners Say · summarized from 36 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love the upscaled astronaut as a nostalgic throwback to classic 1980s Space sets with excellent build quality and display value, but wish the head rotated and want a regular minifigure included.

COMMON PRAISE

+Nostalgic callback to 1980s classic Space theme
+Fun, engaging build with good detail and design
+High-quality display piece with great heft and presence
+Strong improvements in leg articulation and overall construction

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Head does not rotate like the original classic spaceman
−No regular-sized blue astronaut minifigure included despite it being a missed opportunity
−Some quality control issues: miscolored pieces, small gaps in torso, parts not 100% flat
−Arm articulation could be stronger in future models

Nostalgia and childhood memoriesUpscaled minifigure collection appealDesign and build qualityDisplay and presentation valueDesire for variant colors and complementary figures

Buyer Ratings

LEGO.com4.7

36 reviews

79%

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