People Pack - Space Research and Development

Name: LEGO People Pack - Space Research and Development 60230
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 60230
Rating: 4.27 (7 reviews)

80 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2019209 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

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"A Highly Recommended BrickScore of 80.1, backed by a perfect 5/5 play experience score from LEGO.com owners, confirms this as the standout People Pack of its wave: the 14-minifigure NASA roster, new geode pieces, and exclusive dual-molded astronaut helmet make it essential for city builders and space collectors alike."

Both The Brothers Brick (85) and Brickset (75) gave the Space Research and Development People Pack strong marks, centering their praise on an exceptional 14-minifigure lineup that covers the breadth of NASA careers rather than only astronauts. The new geode pieces, dual-molded helmet, and chrome-gold Valkyrie robot head were called out as standout parts additions. Owner signals are thin but enthusiastic: 7 LEGO.com ratings average 4.88 out of 5, all recommending the set, with play experience rated a perfect 5 out of 5.

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LOVED (8)

0114 minifigures representing diverse NASA roles, from rocket engineers to space biologists to media staff
02Brand-new geode pieces with trans-pink crystals
03New dual-molded helmet with trans-orange visor on the exclusive bright light blue astronaut
04Valkyrie-inspired space robot with chrome gold head, described as realistic in LEGO form
05Mars helicopter drone build praised for realism
06Alien head accessory (rubbery piece from Collectible Minifigures) as a delightful bonus
07Printed tiles and accessories offer strong MOC utility
08Multiple exclusive torsos and head prints not available elsewhere

CRITICIZED (7)

01Drone model is overly simple despite the high-tech theme
02Centrifuge build is comparatively bland
03Rocket testing stand is very basic and lacks decorative detail
04Several torsos appear plain (notably the EVA suit astronaut)
05Botanist's double-sided head features two nearly identical expressions
06Limited range of exclusive parts compared to previous People Packs
07Some builds are sketch-like rather than visually impressive

What reviewers are saying

"space exploration is the new Pirates. And the new Castle, too. Space is trending like never before."

The Brothers Brick

"LEGO Space has traditionally focused exclusively upon astronauts and their spacecraft but 60230 People Pack - Space Research and Development contains a broad selection of minifigures."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

LEGO City 60202 Outdoor Adventures — Unlike the Outdoor Adventures people pack which covers general outdoor activities, the 60230 Space Research and Development pack is devoted to a particular occupation—aerospace engineering and space exploration—making it more thematically focused.

LEGO Creator Expert 10266 NASA Apollo 11 Lunar Lander — Both sets feature astronaut minifigures with advanced spacesuit designs and similar helmet pieces. However, the 60230 astronauts have printed leg details, while the Apollo 11 Lunar Lander astronauts lack leg prints. The 60230 features more generic modern space explorers, while Apollo 11 features historically accurate representations. The reviewer notes the minifigure design was one of the Apollo 11 set's weaker points by comparison.

60234 People Pack - Fun Fair — The reviewer recommends the Fun Fair People Pack above this Space set

Previous People Packs — Maintains the established high standard of previous People Packs but features fewer exclusive parts than predecessors

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The Brothers Brick

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BUY

"space exploration is the new Pirates. And the new Castle, too. Space is trending like never before."

Key Pros

✓Outstanding collection of 14 minifigures with diverse NASA careers
✓Exceptional minifigure designs and alternative facial expressions
✓Brand new geode pieces with stunning visual appeal

Key Cons

✕Some builds are relatively weak and simple
✕Design team could have included a few more minifigure accessories

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Brickset Reviews

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BUY

"LEGO Space has traditionally focused exclusively upon astronauts and their spacecraft but 60230 People Pack - Space Research and Development contains a broad selection of minifigures."

Key Pros

✓Magnificent minifigure selection with broad variety (astronauts, scientists, engineers, media staff)
✓Exclusive bright light blue astronaut with new dual-moulded helmet
✓New dual-moulded helmet design is excellent with pleasing moulded detail

Key Cons

✕Limited range of exclusive parts compared to previous People Packs
✕Many elements also available in other new Space sets

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Value drivers

The Brothers Brick: The drone engineer with the brand new face design (red protective goggles, mask, lab overalls, hair cap appearing for first time since 2012) and the Valkyrie space robot figure with chrome gold head are likely value drivers due to their uniqueness and exclusivity to this set.

Brickset Reviews: The exclusive bright light blue astronaut with new dual-moulded helmet and trans-orange visor is a primary collectibility driver

Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: LEGO City set; retail availability through LEGO Shop Online, third-party sellers, Amazon, and eBay

Brickset Reviews: Contains exclusive minifigures (bright light blue astronaut, various torsos, welding mask) and exclusive special parts (dual-moulded helmet, soot-covered head). Wide retail availability.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (16)

Drone Engineer - White Safety Jumpsuit, Red Goggles and White Mask

Astronaut - Male, Bright Light Blue Spacesuit with Blue Belt, Trans-Orange Visor, Open Mouth Smile

Mechanical Engineer - Welding Mask

City Space Robot

Astronaut - Male, Blue Jumpsuit, Black Hair Short Tousled with Side Part, Queasy and Open Mouth Smile

Astronaut - Female, Blue Jumpsuit, Reddish Brown Hair Swept Back Into Bun, Open Mouth Smile

Astronaut - Female, Orange Spacesuit with Dark Bluish Gray Lines, Trans-Light Blue Visor, Freckles with Smirk and Winking

Astronaut - Male, Orange Spacesuit with Dark Bluish Gray Lines, Trans-Light Blue Visor, Large Smile with Eyes Closed and Smirk

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Geode pieces
Brand new for 2019 sets; available in three different colors (dark-tan, pink, and others). The mineral inside the rock looks magnificent, and two pieces can form a 'solid' rock. The contrast between matte outer surface and shining mineral inside is described as stunning. Breaking them in two is noted as 'oddly satisfying'
Printed slope/panel tile
Features buttons and indicators pattern printed on it; useful as a treadmill component but also 'will come in handy for custom spaceship cockpits and panels'
6×6 round plate in white
Part of the centrifuge build; valuable tile piece described as useful beyond this set's specific application
Remote control with printed tile
Features trajectories and indicators pattern; useful 'for any aircraft cockpit as well'
Transparent-blue helmet vizorValue
New helmet piece used on the astronauts in pumpkin suits (Advanced Crew Escape Suits)
Hair cap
Appears for the first time since 2012, worn by the drone engineer minifigure

What Owners Say · summarized from 6 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise the set's unique minifigures, creative parts, and value as a people pack, though one concern is pricing relative to piece count.

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