Set PricingGood Investment
Set Facts
- The rear-wheel steering is controlled via the rear exhaust pipe, while raising and lowering the fork is controlled by rotating the warning light. Tilting the fork is done by a lever next to the driver’s seat.
- Heavy Duty Forklift was designed by LEGO designer Milan Reindl.
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Heavy Duty Forklift Reviews
Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“Most Technic sets have been increasing in value upwards of 5% per year but LEGO Heavy Duty Forklift has consistently outperformed this by 56% with a typical yearly return of 12%. Looks like a pretty decent investment so far.”
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Brick Architect
“This is a very nice smaller-midsize Technic set. It has a good list of realistic functions, the mechanisms are interesting and elegant, and they work well, giving a satisfying play experience. It would be a great first set for someone new to Technic, while the serious... More collector will likely want to pick one up. It makes a decent parts-pack, although perhaps a little expensive. I rate it “Highly Recommended” (4/5).”
New Elementary
“In front of me stands an attractive looking set, with the following functions: back wheel steering, a 2-cylinder fake engine, tilting the lifting section and raising and lowering the forklift itself. The initials on the stickers show this set was designed by Markus Kossman,... More who did some of the most impressive big sets the past few years.”
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
19 mos (this set 17 mos)
Annual growth
+5.48% (this set +12.32%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Heavy Duty Forklift currently ranks #84 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 Heavy Duty Forklift set 42079 was released in August 2018, retailing for $70, but has since been retired. New, unopened Heavy Duty Forklift sets are valued at $115, while used sets can be found for $51 in good condition.
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Experience the power and versatility of a Heavy Duty Forklift!
Take your LEGO® Technic™ experience to another level with the 42079 Heavy Duty Forklift truck, featuring a detailed driver’s cab, orange warning beacon, large tires and high-reach forks. Maneuver the vehicle to move the engine pistons, raise and tilt the forks, and operate the rear-wheel steering to lift and transport the pallet to its destination. This 2-in-1 LEGO Technic set also includes a cargo barrel with a hazard-warning label, and comes with a yellow and blue color scheme, and stickers for additional detailing. Rebuild to create a powerful Tow Truck.
Forklift truck features rear-wheel steering, 2-cylinder engine with moving pistons, and high-reach forks that can lift and tilt, plus a detailed driver’s cab, orange warning beacon and large tires.
Also includes a buildable pallet and a cargo barrel with hazard-warning stickers.
Maneuver the forklift to move the visible 2-cylinder engine pistons.
Raise and...
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