Set Facts
- 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a replica of the iconic Mack LR garbage truck.
- Mack Anthem was designed by LEGO designer Milan Reindl.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Mack Anthem Reviews
Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“As a Technic set, 42078 LEGO Mack Anthem is a good investment and has been slightly outperforming a typical Technic set with an average annual growth hovering around 7%. While not the best year over year return for this theme, it still is not a bad investment for collectors.”
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The Lego Car Blog
“The Mack Anthem truck is a realistic replica of the real deal, being officially licensed from Mack and including some of both the biggest and smallest stickers ever fitted to a Technic set to help achieve the desired look. It’s also festooned with lights and intricate... More detailing (including a unique golden bulldog mascot piece), contains a fully equipped interior that even includes a bed in the sleeper portion of the cab, and features… well, not all that much Technic.”
The Brothers Brick
“The closer you get to the finish of the building process the clearer it becomes that this Mack isn’t just your next Technic set. It’s much, much more than an ordinary tractor, a mobile crane, or an excavator. This Mack takes a lot from the old Model Team sets, but shows what... More modern-day pieces are capable of. The truck is massive and heavy due to a huge amount of System pieces used for the hood and interior of the cabin.”
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
19 mos (this set 23 mos)
Annual growth
+5.28% (this set +6.70%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Mack Anthem currently ranks #22 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 Mack Anthem set 42078 was released in January 2018, retailing for $180, but has since been retired. New, unopened Mack Anthem sets are valued at $260, while used sets can be found for $189 in good condition.
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Explore state-of-the-art engineering and design with this authentic LEGO® Technic replica of the Mack Anthem truck and trailer. Developed in partnership with Mack® Trucks Inc., this model comes with an array of realistic technical details and functions, including front-axle steering, rear wheel drive and a 6 cylinder straight engine with working pistons and spinning radiator fan.
The detachable trailer has extendable outriggers, working landing legs, synchronized crane arms with side loading capability, and a loadable container with lockable doors, while the accessible driver’s cab has opening doors, adjustable seats, detailed dashboard, steering wheel, sun visors and a bunk bed. This 2-in-1 advanced building set also features a Mack bulldog hood ornament, and can be rebuilt into a detailed replica of the iconic Mack LR garbage truck.
Features authentically designed bodywork, front-axle steering, rear wheel drive, 6 cylinder straight engine with moving pistons and...
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