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Aerial Intruder

Aerial Intruder

6981-1·Space·1991·2 minifigs·84 parts

Used Avg
$107.18
New Avg
$429.25
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About Aerial Intruder

Aerial Intruder (6981-1) is a LEGO Space set released in 1991, currently averaging $107.18 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $9.07. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 84 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 8% of this set's value ($9.07 out of $107.18). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $429.25 vs $107.18 used — a 300% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1991). 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 Aerial Intruder (2)

Blacktron 2
Blacktron 2
sp002$3.94
Blacktron 2 with Jet Pack
Blacktron 2 with Jet Pack
sp055$5.12

Parts (84)

Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Panel 10 x 6 x 11 with Blacktron II Logo Pattern
Panel 10 x 6 x 11 with Blacktron II Logo Pattern
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
×10
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille without Bottom Groove
×2
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 2 Octagonal Canopy without Axle Hole
Windscreen 6 x 6 x 2 Octagonal Canopy without Axle Hole
×5
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×4
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 x 2 with Studs on Sides
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 x 2 with Studs on Sides
×4
Hinge Window Frame 1 x 4 x 3 with Octagonal Panel
Hinge Window Frame 1 x 4 x 3 with Octagonal Panel
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
Wedge, Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner
×2
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
×2
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×2
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
Panel 3 x 2 x 6
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Chainsaw Body with Handles and Studs
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Chainsaw Body with Handles and Studs
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
×2
Antenna Whip 8H
Antenna Whip 8H
×2
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×6
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×4
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×6
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×12
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×4
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×4
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×4
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2 with Yellow Arrow Long with Black Outline Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Yellow Arrow Long with Black Outline Pattern
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Red and Yellow Controls and Two White Stripes on Left Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Red and Yellow Controls and Two White Stripes on Left Pattern
×2
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×3
Tail 4 x 2 x 2
Tail 4 x 2 x 2
×6
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×4
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×4
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×2
Technic, Plate 2 x 4 with 3 Holes
Technic, Plate 2 x 4 with 3 Holes
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×3
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin without Connections between Studs
×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
×2
Minifigure Air Tanks
Minifigure Air Tanks
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
×8
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Left
×2
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right
Wedge, Plate 8 x 4 Wing Right
×2
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Right
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Left
Wedge, Plate 4 x 4 Wing Left
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base
×4
Bracket 2 x 2 - 2 x 2 with 2 Holes
Bracket 2 x 2 - 2 x 2 with 2 Holes
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×8
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
×2
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
×2
Engine, Strakes, 2 x 2 Thin Top Plate
Engine, Strakes, 2 x 2 Thin Top Plate
×6
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
×4
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
×4
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
×2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Hollow Studs
×4
Dish 6 x 6 Inverted (Radar) Webbed - Type 1 (underside attachable at any position)
Dish 6 x 6 Inverted (Radar) Webbed - Type 1 (underside attachable at any position)
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 5mm Wide Posts
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 5mm Wide Posts
×2
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
×3
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
×2
Brick, Round 2 x 2 x 2 with Fins
Brick, Round 2 x 2 x 2 with Fins
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Long Stud Holder (Space Wing)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Long Stud Holder (Space Wing)
×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
×2
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
×8
Bar 1 x 3 with Clip and Stud Holder (Robot Arm)
Bar 1 x 3 with Clip and Stud Holder (Robot Arm)
×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
Wedge, Plate 3 x 4 without Stud Notches
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
×2

Common questions about Aerial Intruder

How much is LEGO Aerial Intruder (6981-1) worth?

Aerial Intruder sells for an average of $107.18 used and $429.25 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 6981-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Blacktron 2 ($3.94), Blacktron 2 with Jet Pack ($5.12). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $9.07. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Aerial Intruder?

The minifigures make up about 8% of the set value ($9.07 out of $107.18). 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 Aerial Intruder (6981-1) retired?

Yes, Aerial Intruder was released in 1991 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 Aerial Intruder set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 2 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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