Set Facts
- 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Jet Plane
- Fire Plane measures over 6” (17cm) high, 13” (34cm) long and 17” (44cm) wide
- Jet Plane measures over 5” (14cm) high, 14”(38cm)long and 7” (19cm) wide
- Fire Plane was designed by LEGO designer Milan Reindl.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Fire Plane Reviews
New Elementary
“The Fire Plane lacks open spaces, courtesy of the wide array of panels used. Aside from the formation of the front window and the steps that lead to the cabin, nothing looks unfinished or rushed. For a medium-priced set your household gets a cute and satisfying set that... More teaches you (or your offspring) the basics of aircraft engineering. And most important of all: it is extremely swooshable!”
Brickset
Amazing B and C model (Duck) — “This set packs two excellent planes with many play features each allowing AFOL parents to enjoy building and children to enjoy playing... and asking for upgrades. I normally wouldn't mention C models but the fact that it was published, privately, by the set designer and... More because it is so out-of-the-technic-theme it deserves a few pictures here. It is great to see it rolling and moving the head, wings and legs.”
Full review at brickset.com
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
21 mos (this set 14 mos)
Annual growth
+4.10% (this set +7.44%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Fire Plane currently ranks #101 out of the top most owned sets in Technic.
About Technic
TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
Summary
Technic Fire Plane set 42040 was released on August 2, 2015, retailing for $50, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $140, used ones can be found for $70.
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Take to the skies for aerial firefighting adventures with the awesome 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic Fire Plane! This impressive model is packed with authentic details and features, including a detailed 2-cylinder engine, joystick-controlled elevators and ailerons and large pontoons. Watch the 3-blade propeller and engine pistons spring to life as you maneuver the mighty aircraft into takeoff position, then power over the ocean's surface and soar into the air.
When you reach the blaze, activate the cool water drop function to release the water cubes and extinguish the flames. It's just like the real thing! Comes with a striking red and white color scheme and a selection of cool stickers. When you're done fighting wildfires, rebuild the Fire Plane into a high-speed Jet Plane.
Features a spinning propeller, detailed 2-cylinder engine with moving pistons, water drop function with water cube elements and movable elevators and ailerons Check out the cool red and white color scheme!...
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