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Steam Shovel with Carrier

Steam Shovel with Carrier

730-1·LEGO·1973·50 parts

Used Avg
$46.54
New Avg
$201.93
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About Steam Shovel with Carrier

Steam Shovel with Carrier (730-1) is a LEGO LEGO set from 1973 valued at $46.54 on BrickLink. It contains 50 cataloged parts. This set has been retired and is only available on the secondary market.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $201.93 vs $46.54 used — a 334% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.

Parts (50)

Tire Smooth - Small Solid
Tire Smooth - Small Solid
×10
Brick 2 x 4 without Cross Supports
Brick 2 x 4 without Cross Supports
×3
Brick 2 x 3 without Cross Supports
Brick 2 x 3 without Cross Supports
×5
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2 with LEGO Logo Open O Style White with Black Outline Pattern
Brick 1 x 2 with LEGO Logo Open O Style White with Black Outline Pattern
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×4
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6 with Black Car Grille Pattern
Brick 1 x 6 with Black Car Grille Pattern
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 6 x 24
Plate 6 x 24
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
×2
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
×3
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Brick, Round  1 x 1 - Solid Stud, Bottom Lip
Brick, Round 1 x 1 - Solid Stud, Bottom Lip
Hinge Plate 2 x 4
Hinge Plate 2 x 4
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 - Male (Digger Bucket Holder)
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 - Male (Digger Bucket Holder)
×2
Hinge Plate 2 x 8
Hinge Plate 2 x 8
×3
Turntable 4 x 4 Complete, Faceted
Turntable 4 x 4 Complete, Faceted
×2
Vehicle, Digger Bucket Smooth 3 x 5 x 1 1/3 with Digger Bucket Arm Hinge
Vehicle, Digger Bucket Smooth 3 x 5 x 1 1/3 with Digger Bucket Arm Hinge
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 - Female (Digger Bucket Holder)
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 - Female (Digger Bucket Holder)
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Wheels Holder, Trans-Clear Bottom
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Wheels Holder, Trans-Clear Bottom
×6
Plate, Modified 4 x 6 with Hole
Plate, Modified 4 x 6 with Hole
Plate, Modified 5 x 6 with Hole
Plate, Modified 5 x 6 with Hole
Vehicle, Steering Gear with 2 x 4 Base and Wheels Holder
Vehicle, Steering Gear with 2 x 4 Base and Wheels Holder
Door 1 x 3 x 3 Left with Horizontal Handle with Molded Trans-Clear Window Pattern
Door 1 x 3 x 3 Left with Horizontal Handle with Molded Trans-Clear Window Pattern
Door 1 x 3 x 3 Right with Horizontal Handle with Molded Trans-Clear Window Pattern
Door 1 x 3 x 3 Right with Horizontal Handle with Molded Trans-Clear Window Pattern
Vehicle, Base 4 x 14 for Steering Gear
Vehicle, Base 4 x 14 for Steering Gear
Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Stud
Wheel Spoked 2 x 2 with Stud
×14
String Reel Winch 4 x 4 x 2 with Metal Handle (Red Drum)
String Reel Winch 4 x 4 x 2 with Metal Handle (Red Drum)
Tread with 30 Treads
Tread with 30 Treads
×2
String, Cord Thin (Undetermined Length)
String, Cord Thin (Undetermined Length)

Common questions about Steam Shovel with Carrier

How much is LEGO Steam Shovel with Carrier (730-1) worth?

Steam Shovel with Carrier sells for an average of $46.54 used and $201.93 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.

Is LEGO Steam Shovel with Carrier (730-1) retired?

Yes, Steam Shovel with Carrier was released in 1973 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.

How do I check if my Steam Shovel with Carrier set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece. 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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