Star Patrol Launcher (1984) vs Space Probe Launcher (1981)
Author: Mark
6871: Star Patrol Launcher
6871-1: Star Patrol Launcher, 1984. Another iteration on the launcher concept. This time with two astronauts, blue ship, and balloon tires.
6846: Tri-Star Voyager
6846-1: Tri-Star Voyager, 1984. Small blue and white ship with plenty of lasers. Rear white wings lower to release an escape pod.
6824: Space Dart I
6824-1: Space Dart I, 1984. This small sleek fighter has thrusters and weapons to spare. First blue astronaut. ❤️ the trans-red antenna on the nose.
Surface Rover recolors
Surface Rover reworks in Futuron, Blacktron, M:Tron, and Blacktron II themes.
New Parts 1984
Some of the more important new parts for 1984. We’ll be seeing these utilized extensively in upcoming sets.
6804: Surface Rover
6804-1: Surface Rover, 1984. This little guy is adorable! Very compact build debuts the new space seat, space wing, and rocket thruster parts.
Space 1983 Roundup
… and that’s it for the 5 LEGO Space sets from 1983. Next stop: 1984.
New Parts 1983
Parts that were new (or new to the Space line) in ‘83. All used to good effect in the ‘83 models. The hinged windscreen will be widely used.
6980 vs 497
Galaxy Commander vs Galaxy Explorer
