LEGO SET 71746 - Alternate build | Jungle Dragon

Unleashing the Wild: 8 Inspiring Alternate Builds for the LEGO Ninjago Jungle Dragon (71746-1)

Imagine stepping into the heart of an ancient, overgrown temple deep in the Ninjago jungle. Vines snake across crumbling stone walls, and mist drifts through moss-laden archways. In the distance, the roar of a legendary beast echoes, its emerald scales glinting in shafts of sunlight. That beast is the Jungle Dragon—LEGO’s 71746-1 set—but what if you could reforge those same parts into entirely new creations? Whether you crave towering mechs, ferocious dinosaurs, or sleek cybernetic flyers, the humble Jungle Dragon provides a rich parts palette ripe for reinvention.

Each one of these alternate builds taps into a distinct facet of Ninjago’s jungle lore. You might channel the spirits of the forest with a tribal Shaman Mech, its staff aloft as it communes with ancient magic. Or imagine a Jungle Lizard, scuttling through underbrush, its articulated body lurking in ambush. For fans of sci-fi crossovers, these pieces can morph into Transformers-style bots like Cyclonus Jet or the fearsome Earthspark Megatron, blending lore with cutting-edge mech design. Even battle enthusiasts can stage epic clashes with a Shrine Battle diorama, complete with hidden traps and sacred totems.

Beyond the sheer variety, these MOCs demonstrate the power of thoughtful part reuse. Look closely at those wing panels, joint assemblies, and tail segments—they become mask details on robotic heads, stabilizers on flying vehicles, or limbs on giant beasts. By exploring these builds, you’ll not only expand your building repertoire but also learn to see your bricks in entirely new ways. Ready to venture off the beaten path? Scroll down to discover eight standout alternate builds, each rendered with a single set of Jungle Dragon parts. Click the images to dive into the instructions, then grab your set and bring a jungle of new creations to life!

Alternate Builds Gallery

Shaman Mech

By grohl
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-71472/grohl/shaman-mech-lego-ninjago-71746-alternate-build/

DJB-SP.02

By Sato Bricks
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-92190/Sato%20Bricks/71746-djb-sp02-by-pixel_me_crazy/

Transformer Dinosaur

By alanyuppie
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-104434/alanyuppie/transformer-dinosaur-from-lego-ninjago-71746-jungle-dragon/

Jungle Lizard

By re-creator
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-126240/re-creator/jungle-lizard/

Jungle Lizard 2.0

By re-creator
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-143351/re-creator/jungle-lizard-20/

Transformer Cyclonus Jet

By alanyuppie
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-115786/alanyuppie/transformer-cyclonus-jet-from-lego-ninjago-71746-jungle-dragon/

Lloyd’s Jungle Shrine Battle

By thekitchenscientist
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-74859/thekitchenscientist/71746-lloyds-jungle-shrine-battle/

Transformer Earthspark Megatron

By alanyuppie
Get the instructions with link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-154048/alanyuppie/transformer-earthspark-megatron-from-lego-ninjago-71746-jungle-dragon/