Set Facts
- The set contains a secondary B-model. The B-model is a Fire Rescue Vehicle with a fully functional crane and a trailer with a small boat.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Airport Rescue Vehicle Reviews
Eurobricks
“This is a decent set. No more, no less. It doesn't have many interesting parts, nor does it have very unique features. The steering mechanism is done nicely and you can properly operate the extinguishing arm, although the nozzle needs to be operated manually. The front... More nozzle also needs to be operated manually.”
Brickset
“This is the fourth Technic fire truck and the second airport specific one. It's certainly a vast improvement on the previous models, particularly 8454 Rescue Truck, released in 2003 when Technic was going through its weird 'futuristic' phase. It's a great looking model but... More one that's lacking any real functionality. The steering mechanism is clever, and... actually that's pretty much all really. The gearbox is superfluous other than to make it possible to motorize the arm movement with a single motor.”
Full review at brickset.com
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
21 mos (this set 16 mos)
Annual growth
+4.10% (this set +8.62%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Airport Rescue Vehicle currently ranks #165 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 Airport Rescue Vehicle set 42068 was released in August 2017, retailing for $100, but has since been retired. New, unopened Airport Rescue Vehicle sets are valued at $237, while used sets can be found for $109 in good condition.
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Mobilize the Airport Rescue Vehicle!
Head for the runway with this authentic 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic Airport Rescue Vehicle, featuring a red, black and gray color scheme, working boom mechanism, 4-cylinder engine with moving pistons, large driver’s cab with detailed dashboard, wing mirrors, equipment storage compartment, twin-axle steering, double rear axle and chunky tires. Upgrade with the <a href="https://shop.lego.com/product?p=8293">8293 Power Functions motor set</a> (not supplied) for a motorized boom mechanism and working warning beacons. Rebuild this model to create a Fire Rescue Vehicle for a double build-and-play experience.
Features working twin-axle steering, double rear axle, chunky tires, long versatile boom with multi-directional water cannon, detailed 4-cylinder engine with moving pistons, driver’s cab with detailed dashboard, warning beacons and an opening equipment storage compartment.
Check out the authentic red, black and gray color scheme.
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