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Shackleton's Lifeboat

40729 LEGO Shackleton's Lifeboat

Name: LEGO Shackleton's Lifeboat
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40729-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80 (24 reviews)

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LEGO 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is a Icons set currently valued at $95 for new and sealed sets. The set retired in December 2024 with annual appreciation averaging 34.20% since. Used copies are valued between $77 and $107 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $76 and $100.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Shackleton's Lifeboat since December 2024. Very high accuracy

LEGO 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is an Icons Promotional set released in 2024, containing 232 pieces and 2 minifigures. It was available as a free Gift with Purchase for LEGO Insiders with 10335 The Endurance starting on Black Friday 2024. The set models the James Caird lifeboat from Ernest Shackleton’s Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition and includes named minifigures of Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley, plus a camera, stove, oars, and a sleigh. The subject references the April 1916 voyage in which Shackleton and five crew sailed roughly 800 miles from Elephant Island to South Georgia, enabling the rescue of the Endurance expedition.

A new and sealed Shackleton's Lifeboat is currently valued at around $95. The average used price is $79 for those in good overall condition. The 2 included minifigs account for approximately 50% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $86 to $110.

All regions

All regions 60
United States 30
European Union 10
Canada 1
United Kingdom 1

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(RO) 40729 - Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat - Original packaging and new	$60.00 -36.8%
	(TH) =:New in Sealed box:=	$69.22 -27.0%
	(JP) BrickLink store TokyoBricks	$70.00 -26.2%
	(NL) BrickLink store BRICKSHOP Holland	$75.32 -20.6%
	(NL) BrickLink store Tombo Bricks	$75.33 -20.6%
	(KR) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED Express	$78.58 -17.2%
	(FR) BrickLink store Bricks Planet France	$78.62 -17.1%
	(BE) BrickLink store SpaceCastleBel	$78.62 -17.1%
	(BE) Brand new and factory sealed. Insured shipment.	$79.75 -15.9%
	(KR) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat 232pcs 2 Minifigs Retired Sealed Fast Ship	$79.80 -15.9%
	(BE) BrickLink store StarBricks95	$80.04 -15.6%
	(CA) BrickLink store TO.Bricks	$80.78 -14.9%
	(KR) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat 232pcs MISB New Sealed GWP Limited Edition	$85.00 -10.4%
	(US) LEGO Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 NEW & SEALED	$87.99 -7.3%
	(US) LEGO Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 NEW & SEALED	$87.99 -7.3%
	(US) LEGO Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 NEW & SEALED	$87.99 -7.3%
	(BE) BrickLink store all.inn.bricks	$88.99 -6.2%
	(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened	$89.00 -6.2%
	(US) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED	$89.99 -5.2%
	(US) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat - New & Factory Sealed	$91.00 -4.1%
	(FR) new	$91.14 -3.9%
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	(KR) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat GWP New Sealed Exclusive Retired Set	$91.86 -3.2%
	(US) NEW SEALED LEGO 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat GWP for the Endurance	$91.99 -3.0%
	(KR) Icons 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat Exclusive GWP Set New Sealed 232pcs	$94.48 -0.4%
	(GB) Shackletons Lifeboat (40729) Promotional item never sold retail	$94.94 +0.1%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat New In Sealed Box Exclusive Set	$94.99 +0.1%
	(US) The Endurance 10335 GWP Shackletons Lifeboat 40729 IN HAND SHIP TODAY	$95.00 +0.1%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 VIP GWP - NEW - SEALED	$95.00 +0.1%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat New In Sealed Box Exclusive Set	$96.99 +2.2%
	(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened	$98.48 +3.8%
	(JP) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat Set Antarctic Expedition Historical Model NEW	$98.99 +4.3%
	(KR) NEW LEGO 40729 GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat Unopened No Tariffs In US	$99.00 +4.3%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 GWP Sealed In Box NSIB 2025	$99.50 +4.9%
	(KR) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED	$99.82 +5.2%
	(PA) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat Set	$99.99 +5.4%
	(US) shackletons lifeboat 40729 Sealed In Excellent Condition	$99.99 +5.4%
	(US) 40729 - Shackleton's Lifeboat - 2024 - NEW & Sealed - dent	$100.00 +5.4%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 232pc 18+ Promotional Limited Edition	$100.00 +5.4%
	(KR) 40729 Icons GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened	$102.86 +8.4%
	(KR) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED Tracking	$104.82 +10.5%
	(KR) Icons Shackletons Lifeboat 40729 232 Pieces Display Build Kit New & Sealed	$105.98 +11.7%
	(KR) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED	$106.74 +12.5%
	(KR) 40729 GWP Shackleton's Lifeboat / Unopened	$109.86 +15.8%
	(US) Icons: Shackleton's Lifeboat (40729) - New Sealed Endurance GWP	$109.98 +15.9%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED	$109.99 +15.9%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat NEW & SEALED GWP	$110.00 +15.9%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat 40729 232 pcs 18+ Limited Edition GWP Box	$110.00 +15.9%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat New Sealed Endurance GWP Exclusive Set	$111.99 +18.0%
	(IT) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat Lifeboat Promotional New	$114.20 +20.4%
	(US) 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat, in hand and ready to ship. Same day shipping	$114.99 +21.2%
	(KR) Icon Shackleton's Lifeboat / #40729 / 232pcs / Express	$115.29 +21.5%
	(US) Icons Shackletons Lifeboat 40729 The Endurance Gift with Purchase Sealed	$119.95 +26.4%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat (40729) 2 Minifigures The Endurance 10335 GWP	$120.00 +26.5%
	(US) 40729 Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat	$120.00 +26.5%
	(US) 40729 Shackletons Lifeboat The Endurance GWP New/Sealed Rare 232 Pieces	$120.00 +26.5%
	(US) Icons Shackleton's Lifeboat (40729) 2 Minifigures The Endurance 10335 GWP	$125.00 +31.7%
	(US) Promotional 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat Exclusive Set BRAND NEW	$125.00 +31.7%
	(US) Icons GWP 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat New Factory Sealed	$149.99 +58.1%
	(US) ICONS #40729 James Caird Shackletons Lifeboat With Ernest Shackleton Min	$149.99 +58.1%
	(US) 40729 ICONS SHACKLETON'S LIFEBOAT SET SEALED GWP ONLYNO ENDURANCE 10335	$185.68 +95.7%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat.

Minifigs

Shackleton's Lifeboat contains 2 minifigs. All 2 minifigs are exclusive to this set.

Sir Ernest Shackleton

Exclusive

Value $28.56

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Set Details

Set number

40729-1

Name

Shackleton's Lifeboat

Theme

Icons

Subtheme

Promotional

Year

2024

Released

November 29, 2024

Retired

December 2, 2024

Availability

Retired

Pieces

232

Minifigs

2 (Value $47.25)

(All exclusive)

Set Pricing

Retail price

Free promotional

New/Sealed

Value

$94.88

Annual growth

+34.20%

2025 growth

+0.58%

Future growth

+10.81% (2-3 year outlook)

90-day change

1.02%

Used

Value

$78.75

Range

$77.25 - $107.22

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$73.67

Highest price

$185.68

Amazon

Buy

Price

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Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$59.82 (NL)

Highest price

$91.14

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$94.88

1 year forecast

$100.52+5.94%

5 year forecast

$136.66+44.04%

$130

$141

40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is projected to be valued between $130 - $141 within five years.

Insights

An Insiders promotional GWP, Shackleton's Lifeboat (Icons, 2024) sold in a time-limited purchase-with-qualification window, and its exclusive named minifigures plus a displayable lifeboat give it crossover appeal for maritime and history collectors, while demand remains tied to the parent Icons ship and a modest market niche.

Set Facts

Shackleton's lifeboat, famously known as the James Caird, was one of the three lifeboats from the Endurance, Ernest Shackleton's ship during his 1914–1917 Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. After Endurance became trapped and ultimately crushed by pack ice in the Weddell Sea, Shackleton and his crew were stranded on the drifting ice floes.
In April 1916, Shackleton and five others embarked on an 800-mile journey in the James Caird lifeboat from Elephant Island to South Georgia to seek help. After 16 challenging days, they reached their destination, leading to the eventual rescue of all 28 men.

Barcodes

UPC

673419393973

Shackleton's Lifeboat Reviews

24 reviews

4.8

Collectors

Investors

BrickEconomy Member Review

“The LEGO Shackleton’s Lifeboat (40729) is a meticulously crafted 232-piece set, highlighting the historic Antarctic rescue with Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley as minifigures. This free gift with purchase of the LEGO Icons Endurance set captures key survival details with accessories like oars, a stove, and Hurley’s camera, bringing this iconic expedition to life.”

New Elementary

“The Shackleton lifeboat is an incredibly sturdy and stable build. While I wouldn’t recommend an arctic travel trip with it, it seems appropriate that it mimics its real life counterpart in that way.”

Full review at www.newelementary.com

Subtheme Analysis

Icons / Promotional

Sets

Years

2021 - 2026

Annual growth

+7.52% (this set +34.20%)

This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme

Community Stats

Shackleton's Lifeboat currently ranks #5 out of the top most owned sets in Icons Promotional.

#1Vintage Taxi

#2Moving Truck

#3The Lord of the Rings Smeagol & Deagol

#4Retro Food Truck

#5Shackleton's Lifeboat

#6Vintage Parade Car

#7Eiffel's Apartment

#8Corner Kiosk

About Icons Promotional

LEGO Icons (formerly LEGO Creator Expert) is a theme focused on more advanced models that includes builds of landmarks, modular buildings, classic vehicles, pop culture builds, and home décor sets. This theme caters to experienced builders looking for intricate and detailed projects, offering a rewarding building experience with high levels of realism and complexity. Each set is designed to provide not just a construction challenge but also a display-worthy model that can be appreciated for its craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Promotional was introduced in 2021 and currently consists of 9 sets. As of today, 40729 Shackleton's Lifeboat is the most valuable Promotional set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $95.

Step into the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration with this LEGO® Icons Shackleton’s Lifeboat (40729) model boat kit for adults. Enjoy a mindful experience as you recreate the legendary lifeboat salvaged from the icebound ship?Endurance?to navigate treacherous Antarctic terrain, ultimately leading to the rescue of the ship’s entire crew. This set includes captain Sir Ernest Shackleton and photographer Frank Hurley minifigures, plus accessories including a camera, stove, oars and a sleigh.

Set Pricing Models

BrickEconomy uses a number of methods to determine the value of a set.

New/Sealed

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$94.88

Value (in a year)

$114.35

Value (in 2 years)

$127.37

Accuracy

0.962500 Very high

Statistical Model

Value (today)

$83.66

Value (in a year)

(Possible plateau)

Value (in two years)

(Possible plateau)

Accuracy

0.231048 Very low

Used

Machine Learning/AI Model

Value (today)

$78.75

Value (low range)

$77.25

Value (high range)

$107.22

Accuracy

0.907500 High

To learn more about how we calculate pricing and forecasting, check out our article on BrickEconomy’s Approach to LEGO Pricing and Future Value Predictions.

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