Set Facts
- This 2-in-1 includes a flip vehicle that consists of a tracked racer or a tracked exploration vehicle.
- It used the CONTROL+ app to operate the vehicle.
- The price of the set was increased from $139.99 to $149.99 RRP in August 2022.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
App-Controlled Transformation Vehicle Reviews
Brick Fanatics
“Although it looks to be similar to 42095 Remote-Controlled Stunt Racer from 2019 with caterpillar tracks on the blue vehicle. However, the twist featured is that by flipping the model, an orange build is revealed with a larger cabin giving it a more industrial appearance.”
The Brothers Brick
“It’s not cheap, but Technic sets tend to be a bit more expensive in general due to their complex parts. Also, any set with electronic components is going to quickly drive up your cost. That said, if you’re looking for these electronics, getting them in a set like this one is... More less expensive than getting them individually.”
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
21 mos (this set 22 mos)
Annual growth
+4.10% (this set +15.32%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
App-Controlled Transformation Vehicle currently ranks #119 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 App-Controlled Transformation Vehicle set 42140 was released in March 2022, retailing for $150, but has since been retired. New, unopened App-Controlled Transformation Vehicle sets are valued at $247, while used sets can be found for $120 in good condition.
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Kids aged 9+ can enjoy twice the fun with this LEGO® Technic™ App-Controlled Transformation Vehicle 42140 set. In a first for LEGO Technic sets, this vehicle toy flips over when it drives into a wall to reveal the second vehicle. No wall? No problem! Kids can turn the model over to switch vehicles. On one side is an aerodynamic tracked racer. On the other side is a tracked exploration vehicle. With suspension, a cockpit and tracks on both vehicles, plus a truck bed on the exploration truck, there’s lots for kids to discover.
Kids will love using the CONTROL+ app to operate their vehicle. Using the app, they can steer the vehicle and complete fun challenges. The app experience changes for each vehicle and cleverly switches screens when the model flips.
LEGO Technic buildable models feature realistic movement and mechanisms, making them a top gift idea for any LEGO builder who is interested in engineering.
2-in-1 fun – Build the first flip vehicle in LEGO® Technic™ history...
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