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42040 LEGO Technic Fire Plane
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Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Fire Plane since October 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 42040 Fire Plane was a 578 piece Technic set released in 2015. It consists of a fire plane with a 2-cylinder engine, spinning propeller, joystick-controlled elevators and ailerons, and a water drop function. This 2-in-1 model rebuilds into a Jet Plane.

It was retired in October 2016 with a lifespan of 14 months. Today's value for a new, sealed Fire Plane is estimated around $150, with an average yearly gain of 9.1%, expected to level off to around 4.8% in the coming year. On secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $123 and $178. Current used prices for Fire Plane range from $56 to $84, depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $70 for those in good overall condition.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) *** Best US listing for Fire Plane *** - 100% Verified Authentic and New
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$219.00
(US) Box shows normal storage wear. $135.00
-10.0%
(US) Box sealed. Minor crush damage to top, back, right corner. Otherwise looks great. $135.00
-10.0%
(US) eBay listing for Fire Plane $145.49
-3.0%
(US) Seals broken on one end of the box but all contents inside are sealed $150.00
(US) Box is sealed and in good condition $169.00
+12.7%
(US) New and sealed in excellent condition. $169.00
+12.7%
(US) Technic Fire Plane Set 42040 - 100% Verified Authentic and New $219.00
+46.0%

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 42040 Fire Plane.

Sale Trends

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My Collection

Fire Plane Reviews

41 reviews
4.8
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Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“Over that last few years Fire Plane has been a particularly good investment for Technic collectors with an annualized growth of upwards of 9.1% per year. However, there is market indication that the set will experience a slight annual growth decrease in the coming years, but this should be only by a few percentage points at most. When compared to the vast majority of set in the Technic theme, this set is still an excellent investment for collectors.”
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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!”
Full review at www.newelementary.com
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

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 $150, 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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