Is Lego Technic discontinued?
LEGO Technic Some real heavyweights of Technic and CONTROL+ are due to retire in 2021, including the enormous 42100 Liebherr R 9800 Excavator and the uber-cool 42083 Bugatti Chiron.
What happens to retired LEGO sets?
LEGO® retired sets A set that is no longer produced by LEGO® is called end of life. This set can still be for sale, but the set is no longer made by LEGO®. Therefore it is sold as long as stores have the set in stock. If the last item is sold, you can no longer buy the set new.
What is the difference between LEGO and Lego Technic?
Lego Technic /ˈtɛknɪk/ is a line of Lego interconnecting plastic rods and parts. The purpose of this series is to create more advanced models with more complex technical functions, compared to the simpler brick-building properties of normal Lego. This method utilises beams and pins rather than Technic bricks.
Is Lego made in China?
Although LEGOs are not made in China, there are, unfortunately, no LEGO bricks or pieces manufactured in the USA. You’ll be the hero when you give these unexpected American made gifts for kids who love LEGO.
Is Lego House home of the Brick legit?
There’s a lot of scam sites and fake ads in circulation using the LEGO House brand and trying to sell LEGO products. They’re not in any way linked to the LEGO Group or LEGO House and we strongly advise you not to click on or buy anything from them.
When did the Lego Super Car 8880 come out?
The Super Car, set 8880, was first released in 1994. I’ll begin with a short personal story. 1994 is about the time that I started to collect Lego Technic. For several years I saw this set in the catalog and coveted it.
When did the Lego Technic racing car come out?
These are the instructions for building the LEGO Technic Racing Car that was released in 1994.
What kind of drive train does an 8880 have?
The complexity of the drive train of 8880 is unrivaled in any Technic set. As can be seen in the computer image below left, there are 3 differentials creating a fully functional all wheel drive system. The center differential is coupled to the 4 speed transmission which then connects to the engine.
How many wheels does a Lego Car have?
This means there is 4 wheel rack and pinion steering, all wheel drive using 3 differential gears, and 4 wheel independent double wishbone suspension. The wheels are linked to a 4 speed synchronized transmission, the first of its kind in Lego. There is a rear mounted V-8 reciprocating engine. There are 8 shock absorbers.