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Dino Research Compound

Dino Research Compound

5987-1·Adventurers·2000·6 minifigs·206 parts

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$137.53
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$203.44
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About Dino Research Compound

Dino Research Compound (5987-1) is a LEGO Adventurers set released in 2000, currently averaging $137.53 used on BrickLink. It comes with 6 minifigures worth a combined $21.06. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 206 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 15% of this set's value ($21.06 out of $137.53). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • This is a vintage set (2000). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Dino Research Compound (6)

Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet
Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet
adv006$2.76
Johnny Thunder (Desert)
Johnny Thunder (Desert)
adv010$2.47
Mike
Mike
adv014$2.51
Pippin Reed / Miss Gail Storm - Green Open Shirt, Red Legs, White Pith Helmet
Pippin Reed / Miss Gail Storm - Green Open Shirt, Red Legs, White Pith Helmet
adv016$3.17
Mr. Cunningham with Brown Hips
Mr. Cunningham with Brown Hips
adv020$4.91
Lord Sam Sinister / Baron von Barron - Tan Shirt, Light Gray Legs, White Pith Helmet, White Epaulettes
Lord Sam Sinister / Baron von Barron - Tan Shirt, Light Gray Legs, White Pith Helmet, White Epaulettes
adv039$5.24

Parts (206)

Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×4
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
×3
Wedge, Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 4 x 9 without Stud Notches
×3
Plant Leaves 6 x 5
Plant Leaves 6 x 5
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
×3
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
×6
Plant Leaves 4 x 3
Plant Leaves 4 x 3
×6
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×4
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
×4
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
×4
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×2
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
×3
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×5
Minifigure, Utensil Oar / Paddle
Minifigure, Utensil Oar / Paddle
×2
Boat, 14 x 5 x 2 with Oarlocks and 2 Hollow Inside Studs
Boat, 14 x 5 x 2 with Oarlocks and 2 Hollow Inside Studs
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom (Boat Stud)
Wheel 30mm D. x 13mm (13 x 24 Model Team)
Wheel 30mm D. x 13mm (13 x 24 Model Team)
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Holes
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Holes
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×12
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
×4
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×12
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×51
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×10
Plate, Modified 6 x 8 Trap Door Frame Horizontal
Plate, Modified 6 x 8 Trap Door Frame Horizontal
Plate, Modified 4 x 5 with Trap Door Hinge
Plate, Modified 4 x 5 with Trap Door Hinge
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Bar Arm Down
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 with Bar Arm Down
×2
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
Brick 2 x 8
Brick 2 x 8
×3
Brick 12 x 24
Brick 12 x 24
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×3
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
×3
Snake
Snake
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Pistol Revolver - Large Barrel and Solid Handle
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Pistol Revolver - Large Barrel and Solid Handle
×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
×6
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
×3
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Rifle
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Rifle
×2
Vehicle, Grille 1 x 2 x 2 Round Top with Lights
Vehicle, Grille 1 x 2 x 2 Round Top with Lights
Container, Crate 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 with Handholds
Container, Crate 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 with Handholds
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Magnifying Glass Thin Frame and Hollow Handle with Trans-Clear Lens
Minifigure, Utensil Magnifying Glass Thin Frame and Hollow Handle with Trans-Clear Lens
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Minifigure, Utensil Sextant / Quadrant
Minifigure, Utensil Sextant / Quadrant
Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
×5
Plate, Modified 2 x 4 with Pins and Thin Angled Supports
Plate, Modified 2 x 4 with Pins and Thin Angled Supports
×6
Minifigure Backpack Opening
Minifigure Backpack Opening
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 Double with 2 Hollow Studs
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 Double with 2 Hollow Studs
Scorpion
Scorpion
Slope 45 10 x 2 x 2 Double
Slope 45 10 x 2 x 2 Double
×3
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×7
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×6
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×5
Minifigure, Utensil Zipline Trolley with Handle and Pulley Wheel
Minifigure, Utensil Zipline Trolley with Handle and Pulley Wheel
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×12
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×4
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
×2
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
×2
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
×4
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical End
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Vertical End
×4
Hinge Brick 1 x 6 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End and 2 Fingers Vertical End
Hinge Brick 1 x 6 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End and 2 Fingers Vertical End
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×4
Hook with Tow Ball
Hook with Tow Ball
Hinge 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers and Tow Ball Socket
Hinge 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers and Tow Ball Socket
Technic, Link 1 x 5
Technic, Link 1 x 5
×4
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×4
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×8
Dinosaur Tail
Dinosaur Tail
Dinosaur Body Tyrannosaurus rex
Dinosaur Body Tyrannosaurus rex
Dinosaur Head Tyrannosaurus rex, Jaw Top
Dinosaur Head Tyrannosaurus rex, Jaw Top
Dinosaur Legs
Dinosaur Legs
Dinosaur Body Stegosaurus
Dinosaur Body Stegosaurus
Dinosaur Baby Sitting
Dinosaur Baby Sitting
Dinosaur Pteranodon with 2 Studs
Dinosaur Pteranodon with 2 Studs
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×11
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×10
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with White 'HC 514' in Rectangle Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with White 'HC 514' in Rectangle Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Minifigure and Dinosaur Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Minifigure and Dinosaur Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Red 82, Yellow and White Gauges Pattern
×2
Tile 1 x 1 with White and Red Gauge, Black Thick Needle and Screw Heads Pattern
Tile 1 x 1 with White and Red Gauge, Black Thick Needle and Screw Heads Pattern
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
×2
Arch 1 x 6 x 2 - Thick Top with Reinforced Underside
Arch 1 x 6 x 2 - Thick Top with Reinforced Underside
×5
Arch 1 x 8 x 2
Arch 1 x 8 x 2
×2
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Arch 1 x 6
Arch 1 x 6
×6
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×11
Tire 24mm D. x 8mm Offset Tread - Interior Ridges
Tire 24mm D. x 8mm Offset Tread - Interior Ridges
×5
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×6
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×16
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
×2
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 4 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 4 with Holes
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
×2
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Utensil Pickaxe
Minifigure, Utensil Pickaxe
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
×6
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Top Plate
×4
Plate 6 x 6
Plate 6 x 6
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
Dish 4 x 4 Inverted (Radar) with Solid Stud
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×9
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×21
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×2
Tile, Round 2 x 2
Tile, Round 2 x 2
Brick 8 x 8
Brick 8 x 8
Brick 8 x 16
Brick 8 x 16
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Plate 2 x 16
Plate 2 x 16
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
×4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheel Holder
Slope 10 6 x 8 with Rusting Sheet Metal Roof Pattern
Slope 10 6 x 8 with Rusting Sheet Metal Roof Pattern
×3
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Minifigure, Utensil Saucepan
Minifigure, Utensil Saucepan
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
×2
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×3
Bracket 3 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted (Space Seat)
Bracket 3 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted (Space Seat)
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
×2
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
×5
Propeller 3 Blade 5.5 Diameter
Propeller 3 Blade 5.5 Diameter
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Wheel  8mm D. x 6mm
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 14mm D. x 4mm Smooth Small Single (4624 / 3139)
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 14mm D. x 4mm Smooth Small Single (4624 / 3139)
×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Studs on 4 Sides
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Studs on 4 Sides
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 4 Double
×2
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple Inverted with Connections between 2 Studs
×2
Slope 45 4 x 4 Double with Hinge
Slope 45 4 x 4 Double with Hinge
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×3
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 Thin with Dual Wheels Holder - Split Pins
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 Thin with Dual Wheels Holder - Split Pins
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Cutout
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
×2
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
Bar 7 x 3 with 2 U Clips (Ladder)
Alligator / Crocodile / Dragon / Dinosaur Tail
Alligator / Crocodile / Dragon / Dinosaur Tail
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple without Stud Notches
Wedge 4 x 4 Triple without Stud Notches
×2
Slope, Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 4 Recessed Studs
Slope, Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 4 Recessed Studs
×2
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
×4
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
×3
Arch 1 x 12 x 3
Arch 1 x 12 x 3
×2
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
×2
Brick 1 x 12
Brick 1 x 12
×2
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
Dragon / Dinosaur Arm, Right
Dragon / Dinosaur Arm, Right
Dragon / Dinosaur Arm, Left
Dragon / Dinosaur Arm, Left
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Top Plate
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Top Plate
×3
Brick, Modified 24 x 24 without 12 x 12 Quarter Circle
Brick, Modified 24 x 24 without 12 x 12 Quarter Circle
Technic, Axle  3L with Stud
Technic, Axle 3L with Stud
Tile 1 x 6
Tile 1 x 6
×5
Net, String 10 x 10 Square
Net, String 10 x 10 Square
×2
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Top
×4
String with End Studs (40L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern
String with End Studs (40L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern

Common questions about Dino Research Compound

How much is LEGO Dino Research Compound (5987-1) worth?

Dino Research Compound sells for an average of $137.53 used and $203.44 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 5987-1?

This set includes 6 minifigures: Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet ($2.76), Johnny Thunder (Desert) ($2.47), Mike ($2.51), Pippin Reed / Miss Gail Storm - Green Open Shirt, Red Legs, White Pith Helmet ($3.17), plus 2 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $21.06. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Dino Research Compound?

The minifigures make up about 15% of the set value ($21.06 out of $137.53). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Dino Research Compound (5987-1) retired?

Yes, Dino Research Compound was released in 2000 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Dino Research Compound set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 6 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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