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New LEGO Technic Summer 2019 Sets Revealed

Following the reveal of the LEGO City 2019 summer sets at the Nuremberg Toy Fair, German LEGO fan correspondent Zusammengebaut continues his coverage of the events as they unfold at the LEGO showroom at the prestigious European toy fair. We’ve heard the first line-up of summer 2019 LEGO City sets, and this time, we now know that we will be getting four additional LEGO Technic summer 2019 sets slated to be available in August 1.

Spider Crane (42097)

Car Transporter (42098)

Off-Road Vehicle (42099)

Liebherr 9800 (42100)

The Car Transporter (42098) is interesting since Zusammengebaut describes it as 2 builds in 1, with one build as the same size as that of the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (42093), and another for the Car Transporter itself. This set is second to the largest of the four sets coming in at 2,493 pieces.

The Spider Crane (42097) is another 2-in-1 set that comes in 920 pieces, while the Off-Road Vehicle (42099) comes with the new CONTROL+ system, three Power Functions motors, and independent suspensions.

The last set in the list could be the most complex among the four LEGO Technic Summer 2019 sets. The Liebherr 9800 (42100) comes at 4,108 pieces and includes seven Power Function motors that are individually controllable allowing for a wider range of movement. It also has two smart hubs and features the new digital CONTROL+ system.

It definitely looks like LEGO is levelling up its next generation of Technic sets following these new innovations. I’m not so much into LEGO Technic, but this are surely exciting sets to watch out for in August.

Stay tuned for more updates! Special thanks once again to Zusammengebaut for keeping us in the loop and sharing these images.

2019 LEGO Technic Official Images and Complete Product Descriptions

Following the release of the official images and product descriptions of next year’s LEGO Speed Champions sets, LEGO now rolls out its first wave of 2019 LEGO Technic sets all slated to be released on January 1. One of LEGO’s longest-running themes (spanning more than 400 LEGO Technic sets for the past 41 years), this particular theme has not shown any signs of slowing down, having a solid fan base and a good number of followers. So if you’re a fan of the LEGO Technic system, then read on to have a glimpse of all the official images and product description under this line of LEGO products. Remember to just click on the links below if you wish to visit LEGO Shop@Home and add the sets that you like in your LEGO wish list. Please take note that not all of these sets are currently listed at the US portal of shop.LEGO.com, with all of them already up and listed at the LEGO Shop@Home’s regional UK portal.

Cherry Picker (42088)

155 pieces; $9.99 USD

Reach dizzying heights with the awesome LEGO® Technic Cherry Picker!

Help your young LEGO® builder understand the basics of gears, force and movement with this cool LEGO Technic 42088 Cherry Picker. This 2-in-1 model comes with realistic functions and features, including a detailed lifting mechanism with working boom and basket, 4 hazard warning lights, 2 warning beacons and chunky tires. Rebuild this 2-in-1 LEGO Technic set to create a robust Tow Truck.

Features a detailed lifting mechanism with working boom and basket, brick-built hazard warning lights and warning beacons, and working wheels with chunky tires.
Drive the cherry picker into position, then operate the boom and raise the basket into the air.
This LEGO® Technic set is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
Help your young LEGO® builder understand the basics of gears, force and movement with this realistic LEGO Technic set.
This set is a great introduction to the LEGO® Technic system of building.
2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Tow Truck.
Cherry Picker (with boom lowered) measures over 2” (7cm) high, 5” (14cm) long and 1” (5cm) wide, and more than 4” (12cm) high with boom extended.
Tow Truck measures over 2” (7cm) high, 4” (12cm) long and 1” (5cm) wide.

Power Boat (42089)

174 pieces; $18.99 USD

Race over the waves with the LEGO® Technic™ Power Boat!

Thunder to the finish line with the aerodynamic 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic™ 42089 Power Boat replica, featuring a sporty aerodynamic design, open cockpit with steering wheel and tinted windshield, and a red and black color scheme with racing stickers. Maneuver this robust powerboat model to activate the moving engine pistons and spinning propeller, and rebuild it to create a sleek Hydroplane for a double build-and-play experience!

Features a sporty aerodynamic design, open cockpit with steering wheel and tinted windshield, and a red and black color scheme with racing stickers.
Maneuver the Power Boat to activate the moving piston engine and spinning propeller.
Help your young LEGO® builder understand the basics of gears, force and movement with this realistic LEGO Technic™ set.
This set is a great introduction to the LEGO® Technic™ system of building.
Does not float.
2-in-1 LEGO® Technic™ set: rebuilds into a model Hydroplane.
Power Boat measures over 3” (10cm) high, 9” (23cm) long and 2” (7cm) wide.
Hydroplane measures over 2” (7cm) high, 8” (21cm) long and 3” (10cm) wide.

Getaway Truck (42090)

128 pieces $19.99 USD

Leave the competition behind with the Getaway Truck!

Enjoy high-speed action with the LEGO® Technic™ 42090 Getaway Truck, featuring a rugged design with extra-wide rims and huge chunky tires, 2 large side-mounted exhaust pipes, heavy-duty front bumper and a red, black and gray color scheme with flame stickers for a distinct bad-guy look! This robust model truck is also equipped with a powerful pull-back motor. Combine it with the 42091 Police Pursuit pull-back for action-packed car chases, or to create the Ultimate 4×4 combi model.

Features a powerful pull-back motor, extra-wide rims, huge chunky tires, 2 large side-mounted exhaust pipes and a heavy-duty front bumper.
Check out the red, black and gray color scheme with flame stickers for a distinct bad-guy look!
Bring on the 42091 Police Pursuit pull-back and let the chase begin!
Activate the pull-back motor to launch the super-rugged Getaway Truck.
This play vehicle will help budding LEGO® Technic™ builders develop their motor and creative skills.
Combine with the 42091 Police Pursuit pull-back to create the awesome Ultimate 4×4 combi model!
Getaway Truck measures over 2” (7cm) high, 7” (18cm) long and 3” (10cm) wide.
Ultimate 4×4 combi model measures over 3” (10cm) high, 9” (23cm) long and 3” (10cm) wide.

Police Pursuit (42091)

120 pieces; $19.99 USD

Outspeed the competition with the super-fast Police Pursuit vehicle!

Power up the pull-back motor and start a high-speed chase with the sturdy LEGO® Technic™ 42091 Police Pursuit vehicle! This police car toy features an awesome blue, white and black color scheme with cool police stickers, red and blue warning beacons, aerodynamic front bumper, large rear spoiler and wide black rims with low profile tires. Combine it with the 42090 Getaway Truck pull-back for action-packed car chases, or to create the Ultimate 4×4 combi model.

Features a powerful pull-back motor, red and blue warning beacons, aerodynamic front bumper, large rear spoiler and wide black rims with low profile tires.
Check out the blue, white and black color scheme with cool police stickers.
Bring on the 42090 Getaway Truck pull-back and let the chase begin!
Activate the pull-back motor to experience the awesome power of this Police Pursuit vehicle.
This play vehicle is ideal for budding LEGO® Technic™ builders, improving hand-eye coordination and sparking imaginative play.
Combine with the 42090 Getaway Truck to create the awesome Ultimate 4×4 combi model!
Police Pursuit model measures over 2” (6cm) high, 7” (20cm) long and 3” (10cm) wide.
Ultimate 4×4 combi model measures over 3” (10cm) high, 9” (23cm) long and 3” (10cm) wide.

Rescue Helicopter (42092)

325 pieces; $29.99 USD

Fly to the rescue with the LEGO® Technic™ Rescue Helicopter toy!

Call in the awesome 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic™ 42092 Rescue Helicopter, with an array of realistic features and functions including spinning rotors, opening side and rear doors, working winch and a rescue stretcher. This sturdy LEGO Technic helicopter for kids comes with an authentic red, white and black color scheme and can be rebuilt to create a futuristic Concept Plane for a double build-and-play experience!

Features spinning rotors, opening side and rear doors, working winch and a rescue stretcher.
Check out the cool red, white and black color scheme.
Open the side doors and operate the winch to lower the rescue stretcher.
This LEGO® Technic™ play helicopter model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
This easy to build set is ideal for budding LEGO® Technic™ builders.
LEGO® Technic™ sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms that introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering in an approachable and realistic way.
2-in-1 LEGO® Technic™ set: rebuilds into a Concept Plane.
Rescue Helicopter measures over 4” (12cm) high, 11” (29cm) long and 9” (23cm) wide.
Concept Plane measures over 2” (7cm) high, 10” (27cm) long and 11” (30cm) wide.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (42093)

579 pieces; $49.99

Build your very own Chevrolet Corvette ZR1!

Recreate engineering excellence with this LEGO® Technic™ 42093 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. Developed in partnership with Corvette, this exclusive model really captures the essence of the iconic supercar and comes with an authentic orange and black color scheme, black spoked rims with low-profile tires, large rear wing and 4 tailpipes. This Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 replica also features working steering and a visible detailed V8 engine with moving pistons. Rebuild this awesome 2-in-1 model to create a realistic Hot Rod replica.

Exclusive Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 replica model with a wealth of realistic features, including a large rear wing, 4 tailpipes, black spoked rims with low-profile tires, working steering and a detailed V8 engine with moving pistons.
This collectible toy car comes with an authentic orange and black color scheme plus a cool sticker sheet for additional detailing.
Operate the working steering and maneuver the vehicle to activate the visible V8 pistons.
2-in-1 LEGO® Technic™ set: rebuilds into a Hot Rod.
This LEGO® Technic™ model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
LEGO® Technic™ sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms that introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering in an approachable and realistic way.
Suitable for ages 9+.
Chevrolet Corvette measures over 3” (8cm) high, 11” (29cm) long and 4” (12cm) wide.
Hot Rod measures over 3” (8cm) high, 9” (23cm) long and 4” (12cm) wide.

Tracked Loader (42094)

827 pieces; $79.99

Discover the multifunctional Tracked Loader!

Enjoy a rewarding build and play experience with the LEGO® Technic™ 42094 Tracked Loader. This realistic construction vehicle model comes with a unique combination of features and manual functions, plus a classic yellow and black color scheme with sticker detailing. You can rotate the cab through 360°, lift and lower the boom and operate the claw to grab the included tree trunk elements. Other features include a working 2-speed winch and rugged ground-gripping tracks. This 2-in-1 advanced building set also rebuilds into a rugged Tracked Dumper for a double build-and-play experience.

Features a working boom and claw, 2-speed winch, rotatable cab and rugged ground-gripping tracks.
Comes with a classic yellow and black color scheme and a sticker sheet for additional detailing.
Open the cab doors and rotate it through 360°.
Lift and lower the boom and operate the claw to grab and move the included tree trunk elements.
This LEGO® Technic™ set is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
Discover the building blocks of real-life mechanical machines with realistic LEGO® Technic™ gear mechanisms.
2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Tracked Dumper.
Tracked Loader measures over 6” (17cm) high, 13” (35cm) long and 5” (15cm) wide.
Tracked Dumper measures over 5” (14cm) high, 9” (25cm) long and 5” (13cm) wide.

Remote-Controlled Stunt Racer (42095)

324 pieces; $99.99

Perform amazing turns, spins and wheelies with the Remote-Controlled Stunt Racer!

Pull high-speed wheelies, spins and turns, and traverse rough terrain with this fully motorized LEGO® Technic™ 42095 Remote-Controlled Stunt Racer. This tough model features large ground-gripping tracks with large rear sprockets for optimal acceleration, plus a modern design with a fresh yellow and blue color scheme and decorative stickers. Drive forward, backward, left or right and make 360° turns. Rebuild this 2-in-1 remote-controlled tracked vehicle to create a Remote-Controlled Racer for a double build-and-play experience.

Features a high-speed, fully motorized, remote-controlled vehicle with tracks and large rear sprockets for amazing acceleration.
Check out the fresh yellow and blue color scheme with cool stickers.
Traverse rough terrain and obstacles, drive forward, backward, left and right, perform 360° turns and pull awesome wheelies at high speed.
Includes the following LEGO® Power Functions components: 2 large motors, receiver, battery box and a remote control.
This LEGO® Technic™ set is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience, and features realistic movement and mechanisms, helping young builders enhance their motor skills, hand-eye coordination and imagination.
This 2-in-1 motorized toy rebuilds into a Remote-Controlled Racer.
Remote-Controlled Stunt Racer measures over 6” (17cm) high, 8” (22cm) long and 5” (15cm) wide.
Remote-Controlled Racer measures over 4” (12cm) high, 7” (20cm) long and 7” (19cm) wide.

Porsche 911 RSR (42096)

1580 pieces; $149.99

Enter the world of GT endurance racing with the Porsche 911 RSR!

Celebrate an icon of engineering excellence with the LEGO® Technic™ 42096 Porsche 911 RSR. Developed in partnership with Porsche, this authentic replica captures the vehicle’s powerful appearance with its sharp contours and aerodynamic detailing, including a rear wing with ‘swan neck’ mounts, extended rear diffuser and specially designed side mirrors. Functions include a visible, working differential, independent suspension and a six-cylinder boxer engine with moving pistons positioned in front of the rear axle, while the accessible cockpit features a radar screen, working steering, fire extinguisher system and even a track map of the Laguna Seca circuit printed onto the driver’s door. Black spoked rims, realistic head and tail lights and an authentic white, red and black color scheme with sticker detailing add the final touches to this awesome LEGO Technic Porsche 911 RSR model, a perfect display piece for the home or office!me or office!

Porsche 911 RSR replica model with a wealth of authentic features, including a rear wing with ‘swan neck’ mounts, extended rear diffuser and aerodynamic side mirrors, plus black spoked rims and realistic head and tail lights. Also includes a detailed cockpit, working differential, independent suspension and a six-cylinder boxer engine with moving pistons positioned in front of the rear axle.
This collectible toy car also features an authentic white, red and black color scheme and a sticker sheet for additional detailing.
Open the doors to access a cockpit packed with realistic details, including a radar screen, working steering, fire extinguisher system and a track map of the Laguna Seca circuit printed onto the driver’s door.
Check out the six-cylinder boxer engine with moving pistons.
This set includes 1,580 pieces.
This LEGO® Technic™ model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
Suitable for ages 10+.
LEGO® Technic™ sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms that introduce young LEGO builders to the universe of engineering in an approachable and realistic way.
Porsche 911 RSR measures over 5” (13cm) high, 19” (50cm) long and 7” (20cm) wide.

2019 LEGO Technic Set Images Revealed

After the reveal of 2019’s new batch of LEGO City and Creator sets, now comes another wave of reveals this time from the LEGO Technic line. Snapped again by avid LEGO fans over at store shelves of Mastermind Toys stores in Canada, we now have our first look at these new Technic sets courtesy of Brickset. These new 2019 LEGO Technic sets are expected to be available worldwide sometime this December.

From the looks of it, these seems to be the smaller LEGO Technic sets that are slated to be released next year, with two larger sets – a Corvette and a crane similar to that to the Forest Harvester – yet to be officially revealed.

Let’s take a look at these new sets and let us know what you think of them in the comments section below.

LEGO Technic Power Boat (42089) – 174 pieces

LEGO Technic Getaway Truck (42090) – 128 pieces

LEGO Technic Police Pursuit (42091) – 120 pieces

LEGO Technic Rescue Helicopter (42092) – 325 pieces

LEGO Stunt School Ad Features Ace Racer Ben Collins

The LEGO Technic line doesn’t just simply go for near-authentic mechanical functions for their sets; they can also include the odd gimmick now and then. This is illustrated in the new LEGO Stunt School ad video on YouTube, which showcases the long-released Technic sets WHACK! (42072) and BASH! (42073), plus a special guest.

Said guest is celebrated British racer Ben Collins, who also appeared on BBC’s Top Gear both as himself (presenter) and as one of the stunt performance drivers under the collective identity of “The Stig”. The video presents him as “driving” both the WHACK! (42072) and BASH! (42073) sets as open-faced and tinted-helm versions of himself.

The LEGO Stunt School video depicts a boy playing with the LEGO Technic WHACK! (42072) and BASH! (42073) sets, with clever camera editing that makes it look like both Technic sets have Collins on the wheel. Footage of the sets in motion are real, with the models running via their pull-back motor action as they wend their way around several other Technic sets, culminating in a neat sequence demonstrating the central sets’ primary Technic stunts.

42072 1 — The LEGO Technic WHACK! (42072)

42073 1 — The LEGO Technic BASH! (42073)

At one point the BASH! (42073) car collides with a wall, causing its engine to pop out – the other primary feature of it and its brother LEGO Technic set aside from its pull-back running function.

In interview, Ben “Stig” Collins remarked on the video, “This film was created not just for the awesome stunts but also to inspire children to think outside of the box when it comes to creative play. By showcasing my skills as LEGO’s official stunt driver, I hope to open children’s minds to the endless potential LEGO Technic offers when building.”

Collins says his children are big LEGO fans and the toy brand’s a major part of their family life. “It’s been a real pleasure to be able to combine my love of stunt driving with my love of LEGO in The Chase. I hope it inspires kids everywhere to create their very own epic stunts!”

Check out the entire LEGO Technic range at Shop@Home. None of the sets are retired yet; just out of stock if not listed as available.

Life-Sized LEGO Bugatti Chiron is Headed to the UK on November

The hype may have long died down at this point, but we’re sure lifelong LEGO fans can still remember the warm reception given to LEGO’s unbelievable achievement of using Technic pieces to create a working replica of the life-sized LEGO Bugatti Chiron sports car. By now that life-sized LEGO car may perhaps be more popular than the actual LEGO Technic Chiron (42083) introduced earlier in June.

We know that LEGO has sent their brick-built Bugatti Chiron on a European tour, making stops at racetracks or car shows along the way. The last we heard was that it was an “honored guest” at the Paris Motor Show this early October. Its next stop: across the English Channel.

Indeed, the life-sized LEGO Bugatti Chiron that impressed even veteran professional drivers despite its sub par top speed will now be making its way across the UK. On the first day of November it’ll be on proud display at the Westfield London.

Next, brick car will move to Westfield Stratford on November 3, before finally arriving at the Bluewater Dartford on November 8. So next month it’ll be England’s turn to get a closer look at The LEGO Group’s proud creation. Visitors will be allowed to rev the Power Functions-powered engine and fiddle with its other features.

Build the Construction Machines of the Future With LEGO Ideas

Though the submission of entries for the LEGO Ideas Contest – Create Your Most Imaginative Voltron Scene is almost at its end by September 24 next week, the LEGO Ideas Team has launched another contest that challenges LEGO Technic fans to Build the Construction Machines of the Future. LEGO, together with Volvo Construction Equipment invites LEGO builders and futurists to come up with their visions of constructions machines using but of course, LEGO pieces. Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect from this latest brick-building contest.

BUILD THE CONSTRUCTION MACHINES OF THE FUTURE!

Build the construction machines of the future! We’ve teamed up with LEGO® TECHNIC and Volvo Construction Equipment to invite you to build the construction machines of the future – either autonomous or not! What will these construction machines look like, what tasks will they perform? Show us your design of what’s to come!

One Grand Prize winner will win a trip to the Volvo Customer Center in Eskilstuna, Sweden, to an unforgettable VIP test-drive of construction machines, visit to the Volvo Munktell Museum, Volvo Merchandise and LEGO Technics sets. There will also be two Runner Up winners that will get Volvo merchandise, and a collection of LEGO Technic sets.

The top 10 physical entries, to be selected by the judges, will also be invited to be displayed at the Volvo Munktell Museum in Sweden and photographed to be part of a digital campaign.

Similar to previous LEGO Ideas contests, there will be a Submission Phase from today until October 18 (6AM, EST); a Judging Phase from October 19 to November 9; and the Announcement of Winners which will be on November 21. Other than the usual guidelines of submitting an entry made entirely of physical LEGO elements or via LEGO Digital Designer, this particular contest also stipulates that entries must consist or made up of 50% LEGO Technic parts.

Speaking of winners, there will be one Grand Prize winner and two Runner-Ups at the end of the contest. Additionally, top ten physical contest entries will be invited and put on display at the Volvo Munktell Museum in Volvo’s headquarters in Sweden. The Grand Prize winner will also get a once-in-a-lifetime experience to test-drive Volvo’s coolest construction machines in Sweden. Check out what the winners can bring home for the LEGO Ideas Build the Construction Machines contest.

Grand Prize:

A trip to the Volvo Customer center in Eskilstuna, Sweden, to test-drive construction machines and visit the Volvo Munktell Museum
Volvo merchandise
The following LEGO Technic sets: 42079 Heavy Duty Forklift, 42080 Forest Machine, 42081 Volvo Concept Wheel Loader ZEUX and 42082 Rough Terrain Crane.

Runner Up:

Volvo merchandise
The following LEGO Technic sets: 42079 Heavy Duty Forklift, 42080 Forest Machine, 42081 Volvo Concept Wheel Loader ZEUX, 42082 Rough Terrain Crane.

Be sure to take time to read the complete set of contest rules right here. For the latest LEGO Technic sets, please visit shop.LEGO.com. Happy building!

Life-Sized LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron To Go On a European Tour

Last month, LEGO was able to prove the impossible when it unveiled its fully drivable and life-sized LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron during the kick-off of the Grand Prix Formula 1 racing tournament in Monza, Italy last August 30. Powered by 2,304 LEGO Power Function motors, this fully functional LEGO vehicle patterned from its smaller counterpart, the LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron (42083), managed to churn out a max speed of 20 km/h. Though this seemingly impossible MOC is still a far cry in terms of speed as compared to the 420 km/h top speed of its original predecessor, the brilliant engineering that went through in creating this brick masterpiece is simply amazing.

this MOC. According to Promobricks, this life-sized LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron will go on a European Tour, which already started in Milan, Italy. It will make the following road stops at these locations.

Dusseldorf, Germany (Schadowplatz) – September 20-23

Munich Airport, Germany – September 28 & 29

Paris, France (Motor Show) – September 30 to October 14

Utrecht, Netherlands (LEGO World) – October 18 to October 24

Great Britain (exact place to be announced) – October 30 to November 11

Wolfsburg, Germany (Autostadt) – November 11 to December 12

There is no exact location yet where in the UK will this LEGO engineering wonder will make a stop, and I’ll keep you posted once new information comes by. I hope this build will eventually find its way to the US and the rest of the world – it serves as a reminder that with LEGO bricks, building for real, even what seems to be the impossible, can be a reality. For now, check out these images shared by Promobricks. Special thanks also to Francesco Frangioja for snapping these images.

LEGO Unveils Its First Ever Life-Size and Drivable Custom LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron

Last week, LEGO teased a project that they deemed worthy of tagging as building the impossible, with the #BuildForReal attached to it. One can easily recognize that LEGO is hinting at something big in the likeness of its recently released LEGO Techic Bugatti Chiron (42083), but was particularly mum on the details of how it will be done. More so, LEGO claims to build this MOC as close to the real thing, which looks and drives exactly the same as the real Bugatti Chiron. It might sound impossible, but LEGO has proven once again that “impossible” is just a word. A few minutes ago at the Grand Prix Formula 1 racing tournament in Monza Italy, LEGO has now unveiled it’s first ever, life-size and drivable custom LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron made entirely of LEGO bricks. In fact, more than a million Technic pieces were used to build this MOC, powered by 2,304 LEGO Power Function motors.

This amazing feat of LEGO building and engineering weighs in at 1.5 tonnes and can generate up to 5.3 horsepower to make it run at a speed of 20 kph – yes, you read it right, it actually runs in spite of its massive weight. Read on for The LEGO Group’s official press release followed by an image gallery on how the project began.

First Ever Life-Size and Drivable LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron Is a Pioneering Piece of Engineering and Design

Testament that with LEGO Technic you can build for real, this non-glued, fully-functional and self-propelled LEGO Technic model can fit two passengers inside and accelerate to over 20km/h

Perfectly recreating the organic design lines of the world’s fastest production car – the iconic Bugatti Chiron – the LEGO Technic life-size model pushes the boundaries of what LEGO builders imagined was possible to build in LEGO elements.

The model is the first large scale movable construction developed using over 1,000,000 LEGO Technic elements and powered exclusively using motors from the LEGO Power Function platform. Packed with 2,304 motors and 4,032 LEGO Technic gear wheels, the engine of this 1.5 tonnes car is generating 5.3 horse power and an estimated torque of 92 Nm.

Lena Dixen, Senior Vice President of Product and Marketing at the LEGO Group said:

“This life-size model is a first of its kind in so many ways and with it, we wanted to push the boundaries of our own imagination. For over 40 years, LEGO Technic has allowed fans of all ages to test their creativity with a building system that challenges them to go beyond just creating new designs, to also engineering new functions. Our Technic designers and the engineers from the Kladno factory in the Czech Republic, the place which also builds the impressive models for LEGO Stores and LEGOLAND parks, have done an amazing job both at recreating the Chiron’s iconic shapes and making it possible to drive this model. It’s a fascinating example of the LEGO Technic building system in action and its potential for creative reinvention.”

A fascinating feat of design and engineering

Seen from a distance side by side, the resemblance of the two cars is striking. Get closer and you will find a fascinating and complex outer ‘skin’ structure, built of interconnected triangular segments made into a LEGO Technic ‘fabric’ designed to mimic the iconic shapes of the original Chiron. Peek inside and discover that every single detail of the original car has been carefully and precisely recreated in LEGO Technic elements – from seats, to dashboard and the steering wheel.

Equipped with a rear spoiler, speedometer, front and back-lights, detachable steering wheel and brake pedal, all fully functional and built of LEGO Technic elements, the model is a dream come true for any LEGO fan. Building it required the use of 339 types of LEGO Technic elements, and over 13,000 work hours of development and construction.

The Making of a Life-Sized and Drivable Custom LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron

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A test drive like no other

Building a one of a kind LEGO Technic life-size car is one part of the task. Testing if it can drive is another. And what better location than the same place where the real Chiron was first tested – Ehra Lessien proving ground in Germany – a unique facility built to handle speed.

One weekend afternoon, the LEGO model took off and accelerated to everyone’s joy and amazement. And while it may not match the original Bugatti Chiron’s mindboggling 420 km/h speed, the LEGO Technic’s power function motors have managed the impressive performance to propel it to a little over 20km/h – ultimately making the ‘Build for Real’ idea truly complete.

#BuildForReal

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Andy Wallace – the driver behind the LEGO Technic Chiron – former racing driver with multiple wins of the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Daytona, as well as many other races, and today official Bugatti pilot, said:

“When I first saw the LEGO Chiron, I was immediately impressed by the accuracy of the model and the minute attention to detail. In fact, from about 20 metres away it’s not obvious that you are looking at a LEGO car. I can only imagine how much time and effort went into making this model.”

“Driving the LEGO Chiron was a great experience, which I thoroughly enjoyed. All those years ago I could never have imagined that one day I would actually drive a LEGO car!”

The Chiron is the ultimate super sports car and the latest interpretation of Bugatti’s brand values ‚Art Forme Technique‘. With a power output of 1,500 HP, unprecedented for production vehicles, an exceptionally high torque value of 1,600 Nm between 2,000 and 6,000 rpm and a wide variety of technical innovations, the Chiron sets new standards in every respect. The Chiron is not only designed for maximum speed, but also meets the highest possible demands in terms of luxury, comfort, everyday drivability and durability. The Chiron combines the best in all these areas which makes it the world’s most complete super sports car.

For more images, videos and complete model factsheet, please visit: https://www.lego.com/themes/technic/bugatti-chiron/media

LEGO Technic Chiron Bugatti (42083) Official Images and Product Description Released

After the awe-inspiring reveal of the next LEGO Technic supercar model via live streaming from the LEGO House, LEGO has now uploaded to its servers the official images of the LEGO Technic Chiron Bugatti (42083). Truth be told, several images of this set have been leaked online a few weeks ago, but the LEGO Technic Chiron Bugatti is ought to be enjoyed in its pristine, crisp details. This latest supercar-inspired model follows the likes of its predecessor such as the LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS (42056) from 2016. This latest Technic offering comes in at 3,599 pieces and will be available for retail starting today at shop.LEGO.com for $349.99.

Here’s the complete product description for the LEGO Technic Chiron Bugatti (42083), together with its official images. In case you missed it, here is the set’s unveiling that streamed earlier inside the LEGO House in Denmark.

42083 LEGO Technic: Bugatti Chiron

Ages 16+. 3,599 pieces.

US $349.99 – CA $399.99 – FR 379.99€ – DE 369.99€ – UK £329.99 – DK 3199DKK

*Euro pricing varies by country. Please visit shop.LEGO.com for regional pricing.

Discover the Bugatti Chiron!

Build, experience and display this quintessential super sports car, featuring aerodynamic bodywork with an active rear wing, spoked rims with low-profile tires, and a detailed cockpit with movable paddle gearshift.

Celebrate innovative engineering and design from one of the world’s most prestigious car manufacturers with this magnificent LEGO® Technic 42083 Bugatti Chiron model. Developed in partnership with Bugatti, the model captures the magic of the iconic supercar with its gleaming aerodynamic bodywork, logoed spoked rims with low profile tires, detailed brake discs and W16 engine with moving pistons. Open the doors and you’ll discover an elaborate cockpit, featuring a Technic 8-speed gearbox with movable paddle gearshift and a steering wheel bearing the Bugatti emblem. Insert the top speed key to switch the active rear wing from handling to top speed position or lift the hood to reveal a unique serial number and a storage compartment containing a stylish Bugatti overnight bag. A classic Bugatti duo-tone blue color scheme reflects the brand’s signature color, and a set of cool stickers for additional detailing adds the final touch to this exclusive model! The set is delivered in luxurious box packaging and includes a color collector’s booklet with comprehensive building instructions.

Exclusive 1:8 scale LEGO® Bugatti Chiron replica model with a wealth of luxurious features, including aerodynamic bodywork with an active rear wing, spoked rims with low-profile tires, detailed brake discs and a W16 engine with moving pistons.
Open the doors to access the detailed cockpit featuring a LEGO® Technic 8-speed gearbox with movable paddle gearshift and a steering wheel bearing the Bugatti emblem.
Insert the top speed key to switch the active rear wing from handling to top speed position
Lift the hood to access a compact storage compartment containing a stylish Bugatti overnight bag.
Check out the detailed W16 engine with moving pistons.
Includes a unique serial number located beneath the hood.
Comes with a classic Bugatti duo-tone blue color scheme that reflects the brand’s signature color, plus a set of cool stickers for additional detailing.
Delivered in luxurious box packaging.
Includes a color collector’s booklet with comprehensive building instructions.
This LEGO® Technic model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
Bugatti Chiron measures over 5” (14cm) high, 22” (56cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide.

This LEGO Paper Airplane Folding Machine Can Actually Make One – And Launch It

We’ve seen a lot of cool stuff lately on the different ways on how LEGO bricks can be used to make things easier: from dispensing tasty, chicken legs and nuggets, to dispensing toothpaste on a brush. These LEGO contraptions were meant to make things easier for us human beings in a funny, unusual way. So when someone thought, “Hey, let’s build a LEGO paper airplane folding machine,” it’s kind of hard putting it in the right context. Not at least if you’ll going to build as a tribute for a major electronics think-tank firm, and the one who’s doing it is a name that will appear on your screen when you Google, “World’s Best LEGO Robotics Designer.”

Truth be told, building a paper plane factory around the LEGO Mindstorm project is not exactly a novel idea. The idea was spawned already by a YouTuber that goes by the name ‘Hknssn’. Using more than 7,000 LEGO Technic and Mindstorm parts, she (he) showed that building the LEGO paper airplane folding machine, and being able to launch its product at the same time, is indeed complex rocket science. That was almost four years ago and as they say, technology eventually caught up.

In a similar vein, Arrow Electronics launched its campaign ‘Five Years Out’ with the expressed goal of encouraging innovation among young minds. What better way to do it than with the help of the creative minds behind promotions and marketing firm, Elevation Digital Media and the brilliant engineering and design skills of Arthur Sacek – and yes, it was his name that came up when Jon Stevenson, Director of Production for Elevation Media, Googled the flashy title.

Gizmodo has a pretty neat round-up of Sacek’s work including a Lego Pinblock animator, a copy machine, and a 360 degrees Milling Machine but none have been as wonderfully complicated as the LEGO paper airplane folding machine that can turn a single piece of paper into a flying contraption, and even launches it the end of the assembly line. The mission-inspired video excellently pictured Sacek’s machine, and the spirit of innovation behind Arrow’s work. You could almost feel that you’re part of something greater than yourself, as you listen to JFK’s ‘Why We Choose To Go To The Moon’ speech… OK, let’s put a break on the nostalgia, shall we.

Using multiple LEGO Mindstorms intelligent bricks, and quite a bit of custom code, Sacek’s design looks far more streamlined and reliable than the one we previously mentioned, both in aesthetics and final output of the paper-folded plane.

Arrow Electronics shared some of the behind the scenes action in the making of this LEGO masterpiece, showing how some parts of the paper airplane folding machine were designed and assembled. However, as it seems, Arrow and Sacek is a little keen in guarding and revealing their ‘trade secrets’, so it’s wise not to expect any instructions or building guides. Perhaps we’ll have a better chance with Hknssn – if we can get in touch with her (him?).