Minecraft Pig (Saddled Variant)
min009 · Minecraft
Micro-world / System Scale Base Game · 2014 (System-scale debut)
Figure ID
min009
Theme
Minecraft
Year Released
2014 (System-scale debut)
Rarity
Uncommon. This specific version with the saddle is more restricted than the plain pink pig, usually only appearing in sets featuring riding mechanics or farms.
Head
Standard 2x2x1 Minecraft Pig Head. Features pixelated eye and snout printing on a pink block with a specialized notch mold for the body connection.
Torso
The main body consists of a pink 1x2 brick with specialized leg protrusions. The top of the body is currently covered by a saddle build.
Legs
The legs are integrated into the specialized 1x2 pink 'animal body' mold used for Minecraft livestock. They are static and non-articulated.
Accessories
This figure is equipped with a brick-built saddle consisting of two 1x1 orange plates or one 1x2 orange plate (visible in photo). Often paired with a carrot-on-a-stick item (not pictured).
Color Scheme
Bright Pink (body/head) and Orange (saddle). Eyes are black and white pixel prints; snout is a darker shade of pink.
Printing Details
Pixelated pad printing on the front face of the head block. Minimal but accurate to the source material's 8-bit aesthetic.
Variants
Standard Pig (no saddle), Baby Pig (smaller head), and Zombie Pigman (humanoid variant). This specific version is the saddled adult.
Condition Notes
Prone to scratches on the flat surfaces of the 2x2 head block. Check for 'clutch power' on the neck notch, as frequent removal can loosen the fit.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $5.00 USD for a complete figure with saddle. Value is low due to high production numbers across the Minecraft line.
Price (New)
N/A (Typically included in sets ranging from $19.99 to $99.99).
Compatible Sets
21114 The Farm, 21115 The First Night, 21128 The Village, 21138 The Melon Farm.
Character Background
A passive mob from the Minecraft video game. Pigs can be saddled and ridden by the player using a carrot on a stick to guide them.
Design Notes
Uses the system-scale Minecraft animal design introduced in 2014 to move away from the 'Micro-world' sets. The head is a unique mold specific to this character.
Similar Minifigures
Minecraft Cow (min018), Minecraft Sheep (min010), Minecraft Pigman (min012).
Collectibility
Moderate for completionists of the Minecraft mob collection, but generally considered a 'bulk' figure rather than a high-value centerpiece.
History
First appeared in the 2014 wave of Minecraft System sets which revolutionized LEGO's approach to licensed gaming themes.
Interesting Facts
The Minecraft Pig was the first animal mob added to the Alpha version of the original video game, and its accidental 'long' model led to the creation of the Creeper.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a grassy farm MOC alongside Steve and a carrot-on-a-stick accessory to demonstrate the riding mechanic.
Modification Potential
The 2x2 head can be easily swapped onto other pink builds. The saddle can be resized using various plate colors like dark brown for a more realistic look.
Overall Assessment
A faithful and essential representation of a Minecraft icon. While common, its unique molded head and saddled configuration make it a staple for any LEGO Minecraft collection.