LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder is a Technic set valued at $232 for new and sealed sets, up 16% from an original retail price of $199.99. The set retired in November 2024 with annual appreciation averaging 5.60% since. Used copies are valued between $189 and $214 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $215 and $250. Listings are thinning out, yet the set holds steady as member interest climbs and it outpaces similar retired sets.

John Deere 948L II Skidder Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set John Deere 948L II Skidder since November 2024. Very high accuracy
LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder is a Technic Licensed set released in 2023, containing 1492 pieces. The model replicates the real John Deere 948L-II forestry skidder with articulated steering using two large turntables, controlled by a gear on top of the cab that also turns the operator’s seat slightly. It includes 4-wheel drive and a working engine with moving pistons. A pneumatic system powers the grapple claw with three functions and operates the front blade.

A new, sealed John Deere 948L II Skidder is worth around $232 today. It has grown about 5.6% a year since retirement, and our forecast has it 5% higher a year from now. The average used price is $193 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $230 to $280. The set was available for 15 months, from August 2023 to November 2024.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

(AU) TECHNIC: John Deere 948L-II Skidder (42157) BNIB $189.83
-18.2%
(IT) Technic 42157 John Deere 948L-II Skidder Set Pneumatic Functions $197.88
-14.7%
(US) TECHNIC: JOHN DEERE 948L-II SKIDDER (42157) | SEALED | RETIRED
BrickEconomy Choice
$218.99
-5.6%
(US) John Deere 948L II Skidder from BrickLink seller LunarSky $199.97
-13.8%
(US) John Deere 948L II Skidder from BrickLink seller Builder1210 $199.99
-13.8%
(US) John Deere 948L II Skidder from BrickLink seller d_marko $210.00
-9.5%
(US) TECHNIC 42157 John Deere 948L-II Skidder [NEW/SEALED] $219.99
-5.2%
(US) TECHNIC: John Deere 948l-II Skidder (42157) $220.00
-5.2%
(JP) TECHNIC John Deere 948L-II Skidder Block Building Toy 42157 $223.05
-3.8%
(GB) Technic John Deere 948L-II Skidder 42157 Retired Set - Sealed $227.85
-1.8%
(US) 42157 John Deere 948L-II Skidder Technic Construction Set Retired Sealed $229.85
-0.9%
(US) TECHNIC: John Deere 948l-II Skidder (42157) 1492 PCS UNOPENED BOX $229.99
-0.8%
(CA) 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder New $235.65
+1.6%
(US) Technic John Deere 948L-II Skidder 42157 NEW Factory Sealed 1492 Pieces $237.48
+2.4%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder.

Market Momentum

Neutral
This set's forecast is ahead of similar sets and it is outpacing its theme, but momentum is holding level for now.
DemandTop 8% in Technic
Very high demand and rising
12 months agoToday
SupplyMore than most in Technic
Listings down 17% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+4% typical for Licensed
+21% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:7% bearish·51% neutral·42% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other John Deere Technic sets

John Deere 948L II Skidder is on more wanted lists per owner than any of the group's retired sets and tops the John Deere Technic sets for value. It also has more pieces than any other set in the group.

#1 of 3
By value, $232
$9.99$232
The most valuable in the group.
#1 of 3 retired
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
About twice the rate of the group's retired sets.
John Deere Technic sets by valueValueSince retail
42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder$232+16%
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John Deere 948L II Skidder Questions

What does LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder sell for now?

Today's value for a new, sealed copy of John Deere 948L II Skidder is $232. Sealed copies typically change hands for $215 to $250. On the used market, expect to pay around $193.

Is LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder still available?

No. John Deere 948L II Skidder retired in November 2024, having been in production for 15 months, 11 months shorter than the typical Licensed set. Collectors now buy it on the secondary market, from sellers on sites like eBay and BrickLink.

Is LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder worth more than it cost?

Yes. Since it sold for $199.99 in shops, John Deere 948L II Skidder has risen 16% in value, about 5.6% a year. It has outgrown the Licensed average of 4.2% a year by a clear margin.

Will LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder go up in value?

Our forecast says yes. By this time next year, the forecast has John Deere 948L II Skidder near $244, about 5% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. The market signals are balanced for now. Like any forecast, this is an estimate.

What is the piece count of LEGO 42157 John Deere 948L II Skidder?

John Deere 948L II Skidder is built from 1,492 pieces, about $0.13 each at retail.

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Give John Deere fans an experience to remember as they recreate all the details of one of the iconic manufacturer’s biggest machines. Kids aged 11+ with a passion for engineering and agriculture will love exploring all the features packed into this LEGO® Technic™ John Deere 948L-II Skidder building kit. Authentic functions include steering, 4-wheel drive and a working engine. There’s also a range of pneumatic functions – just like on the real skidder – that operate the claw with its 3 different actions, the blade and the rotating seat.

A build for John Deere fans – Kids aged 11+ can build and explore a replica version of the manufacturer’s mighty machine with this LEGO® Technic™ John Deere 948L-II Skidder (42157) model toy set

Pneumatic functions – Kids can explore what this machine can do using the pneumatic features to operate the claw which has 3 different actions. A rotating seat adds extra realism

Mechanical functions – This build comes with features inspired by the...
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