- Lion Dance Guy (40540) in LEGO® BrickHeadz™ form – A buildable model inspired by the traditional Chinese lion dance to add extra fun to Chinese New Year celebrations
- Gift for kids – A fun and quick building experience for fans of Chinese culture aged 10 and up, who will be guided through the process with step-by-step instructions
- Play and display – The lion model stands over 4.5 in. (12 cm) tall and comes with 2 drums and a red lantern. Kids can play with the model or proudly show it off on its baseplate
Lego® BrickHeadz 40540 Lion Dance Guy
Current best price
LEGO 40540 is currently available from £17.99 incl. shipping at eBay. Only one retailer in our comparison stocks it.
Updated 1 November 2026 at 09:32
Lego 40540 price comparison: where is it cheapest?
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iFurther information
The Lego set Lion Dance Guy with the set number 40540 is part of the LEGO BrickHeadz theme and is recommended for ages 10+. It was released in January 2022. The model has 239 pieces, and we estimate it takes around < 1 hour to build. It was designed by Leonard Bahro.421 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The set weighs about 0.190 kg. The box measures 5.6 x 4.8 x 2.4 in (14.1 x 12.2 x 6.1 cm). The recommended retail price is £9.99.
Our Brickfact Lego price comparison compares the prices of 1 shop for this set. It is currently cheapest at eBay for £17.99 including shipping. That is £0.08 per piece. Unfortunately, the set is currently not available below its recommended retail price.
The Part-Out-Value (POV) is the sum of the average prices paid on bricklink.com for all parts of this set. It is about £14.09.
Lego 40540 product data
Set Information
Availability
Release
01/2022
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2023)
Price Information
RRP
£9.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
80
Part Out Value
£14.09
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Packaging
Weight
0.190 kg
Packaging dimensions
5.6 x 4.8 x 2.4 in
EAN (GTIN13)
5702017166919
Popularity with Brickfact users
- users have this set
- 421
- buyers in the last 12 months
- 11
421 Brickfact users have Lion Dance Guy in their collection. 11 users bought it in the last 12 months.
Based on anonymized Brickfact user collections; shown only for sets with at least 10 users. As of 1 November 2026.
Lego 40540 price trend
Average sale price on secondary marketplaces – not the new price at retailers.
- Current market value
- £8.47
- Growth vs. RRP
- −15.3 % £9.99
- Range
- £8.25 – £9.24
- Average
- £8.59
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Lego 40540 price history: how has the price changed?
Brickfact has been recording retailer prices since 23/10/2026. Best price so far: £16.20 (9 days ago).
- Current best price
- £17.99 +80% vs. RRP
- Best price since 23/10/2026
- £16.20 +62% vs. RRP · 9 days ago
Daily lowest prices at the tracked shops, including shipping. Gaps indicate days with no recorded price. The table lists each shop’s lowest price.
Lowest price per retailer (since 23/10/2026)
| Retailer | Current | Lowest price | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
 eBay | £17.99 | £16.20 | 29/10/26 |
Lowest price per day that Brickfact recorded at the retailers in the price comparison, including shipping where known – as in the comparison above. Amazon offers are not included in the price history.
Official Set Description for LEGO 40540 Lion Dance Guy
Celebrate Chinese New Year with the fun LEGO® BrickHeadz™ Lion Dance Guy (40540). This colorful and brilliantly decorated model has been inspired by the traditional Chinese lion dance and features a movable mouth to change the lion’s expressions. It is accompanied by 2 drums and a red lantern and can be displayed on its baseplate or played with by kids aged 10 and up.
Building Instruction for LEGO 40540 Lion Dance Guy
Part Lists for LEGO 40540 Lion Dance Guy
LEGO 40540 Frequently Asked Questions
How much does LEGO 40540 Lion Dance Guy cost?
The lowest price in the Brickfact price comparison is currently £17.99 incl. shipping at eBay. The RRP is £9.99.
Where can I buy LEGO 40540 cheapest?
Only one retailer in the Brickfact price comparison currently stocks LEGO 40540: eBay (£17.99).
Is LEGO 40540 still available?
LEGO has retired 40540 Lion Dance Guy. New copies are still available at 1 retailers in our price comparison while stocks last.
What is the LEGO® BrickHeadz™ Lion Dance Guy (40540) inspired by?
The LEGO® BrickHeadz™ Lion Dance Guy (40540) is inspired by the traditional Chinese lion dance.
What are the accessories included with the Lion Dance Guy (40540) set?
The Lion Dance Guy (40540) set comes with 2 drums and a red lantern as accessories.
What age is the Lion Dance Guy (40540) set suitable for?
The Lion Dance Guy (40540) set is suitable for kids aged 10 and up.
What is the height of the lion model in the Lion Dance Guy (40540) set?
The lion model in the Lion Dance Guy (40540) set stands over 4.5 inches (12 cm) tall.
When was LEGO 40540 cheapest?
Since tracking began on 23/10/2026, the lowest shop price recorded by Brickfact for LEGO 40540 was £16.20 on 23/10/2026 at eBay, including shipping. Amazon prices are not included.
