1976 LEGO Sets

In 1976 there were 75 LEGO sets produced overall.

Based on the 75 sets released for that year, the retail value was $834.42 with a current value of $20,412.72 for the combined new/factory sealed sets. As of present, the best performing theme for 1976 is currently Duplo which has seen an average annual growth of upwards of 10% to date. All together 1976 saw the release of sets covering 8 themes and 10 subthemes with LEGOLAND having the highest release count of 28 sets.

In 1976, LEGO continued expanding its product lineup with new sets and themes. One notable introduction was the LEGO Police theme, which featured police cars, motorcycles, and police stations, further developing the town and city-based play experience.

LEGO also expanded its Basic Building Set range, offering selections of standard bricks in various colors and shapes, along with instruction booklets that provided inspiration for builders. These sets emphasized open-ended creativity and became a staple of LEGO’s product lineup for years to come.

Additionally, 1976 saw continued advancements in the LEGO Train theme, with the introduction of new 12V electric train models, further enhancing the realism and playability of LEGO’s railway system.

However, contrary to some accounts, the LEGO Space theme had not yet been officially introduced. While some space-like elements appeared in general building sets, the first dedicated LEGO Space theme, complete with specialized elements and minifigures, would not launch until 1978.

Overall, 1976 was a year of refinement and expansion, as LEGO continued developing its city-focused themes and train system while laying the groundwork for future innovations.