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Ultimate Defense

Ultimate Defense

3429-1·Sports·2003·2 minifigs·53 parts

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$52.52
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About Ultimate Defense

Ultimate Defense (3429-1) is a LEGO Sports set released in 2003, currently averaging $52.52 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $4.13. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 53 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 8% of this set's value ($4.13 out of $52.52). 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 (2003). 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 Ultimate Defense (2)

NBA Player, Number 2
NBA Player, Number 2
nba028$2.07
NBA Player, Number 5
NBA Player, Number 5
nba029$2.07

Parts (53)

Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
×2
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
Technic, Axle  1L with Tow Ball
Technic, Axle 1L with Tow Ball
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×4
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×3
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Slope 18 4 x 2
Slope 18 4 x 2
Sports Field Section 8 x 8
Sports Field Section 8 x 8
Tile 2 x 2 with Wide Black Arrow Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Wide Black Arrow Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Wide Black Arrow Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Wide Black Arrow Pattern
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1
×3
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90 degrees
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90 degrees
×2
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180 degrees
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180 degrees
Technic, Axle Connector with Axle Hole
Technic, Axle Connector with Axle Hole
Technic, Gear Timing Wheel 8 Tooth
Technic, Gear Timing Wheel 8 Tooth
Technic, Axle  2L Notched
Technic, Axle 2L Notched
×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
×3
Technic, Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel
Technic, Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin without Friction Ridges
×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×3
Technic, Axle  4L
Technic, Axle 4L
Technic, Axle  8L
Technic, Axle 8L
Technic, Axle 12L
Technic, Axle 12L
×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
Technic, Axle 10L
Technic, Axle 10L
Brick 1 x 6 x 5 with Basketball Backboard with White Rectangle and NBA Logo Pattern
Brick 1 x 6 x 5 with Basketball Backboard with White Rectangle and NBA Logo Pattern
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
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
Windup Motor 2 x 6 x 2 1/3 with Raised Shaft Base - Long Axle (Sports)
Windup Motor 2 x 6 x 2 1/3 with Raised Shaft Base - Long Axle (Sports)
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
Slope, Inverted 33 3 x 1
×2
Technic, Axle  1L with Pin with Friction Ridges
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin with Friction Ridges
Sports Minifigure Stand Basketball / Hockey Goalie
Sports Minifigure Stand Basketball / Hockey Goalie
Sports Hoop with 2 Studs and Axle
Sports Hoop with 2 Studs and Axle
Sports Basketball Net
Sports Basketball Net
Ball, Sports Basketball with Standard Black Lines Pattern
Ball, Sports Basketball with Standard Black Lines Pattern
×3
Technic, Axle  7L
Technic, Axle 7L
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin and Axle Hole
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin and Axle Hole
×3
Technic, Axle Connector 2L (Ridged with x Hole x Orientation)
Technic, Axle Connector 2L (Ridged with x Hole x Orientation)
Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges
Technic Cam
Technic Cam
×2

Common questions about Ultimate Defense

How much is LEGO Ultimate Defense (3429-1) worth?

Ultimate Defense sells for an average of $52.52 used 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 3429-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: NBA Player, Number 2 ($2.07), NBA Player, Number 5 ($2.07). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $4.13. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Ultimate Defense?

The minifigures make up about 8% of the set value ($4.13 out of $52.52). 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 Ultimate Defense (3429-1) retired?

Yes, Ultimate Defense was released in 2003 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 Ultimate Defense 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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