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LEGO 45026 Tubes is a Education set currently valued at $210 for new and sealed sets. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.19% since release. Used copies are valued between $171 and $269 depending on condition. With the set outpacing similar retired sets over the past year, the market holds steady for now.

Tubes Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Tubes since May 2020. Very high accuracy
LEGO 45026 Tubes is a LEGO Education DUPLO set released in 2020, containing 150 pieces. The set includes DUPLO bricks, tube elements, balls, doors, baskets, six building inspiration cards, and a Getting Started card for simple model ideas. Its parts are designed for building ball-run style layouts and other experimental structures, using straight and curved tube sections alongside standard DUPLO elements and decorated pieces. DUPLO tube elements were first introduced in 2002 and have appeared in only a limited number of sets, most of them in the LEGO Education line.

A new and sealed Tubes is currently valued at around $210, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other Duplo sets. The average used price is $174 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $219 within the next year.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 45026 Tubes at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 45026 Tubes $174.30
(CZ) Used, in good condition, complete except paper cards $179.20

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 45026 Tubes.

Market Momentum

Neutral
Since retirement, 45026 Tubes has held steady. It is growing faster than similar retired sets over the past year, though member interest remains low.
Growth vs peers+2% typical for Duplo
+25% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:7% bearish·74% neutral·19% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Duplo sets

#50 of 67
By growth since retail, +31%
+2%+1,101%
In the bottom half of the group.
$1.40 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$1.40
Typical
$1.40
Close to the group's typical value per piece.
Top sets by growthSince retail
19226 Hospital Set+1,101%
29229 Police Station Set+888%
39236 Garden Set+635%
5045026 Tubes+31%
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Sets in Education / Duplo

45028 My XL World

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2020
Pieces / Duplo figures 480 / 6
Availability Retired
45028 LEGO Education Duplo My XL World
Retail $239.95
Value $424.33
Growth  +76.8%
Annual growth 17.0%

45024 STEAM Park

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2017
Pieces / Duplo figures 295 / 3
Availability Retired
45024 LEGO Education Duplo STEAM Park
Retail $199.95
Value $224.99
Growth  +12.5%
Annual growth 6.8%

45021 Our Town

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2017
Pieces / Duplo figures 274 / 6
Availability Retired
45021 LEGO Education Duplo Our Town
Retail $121.95
Value $123.99
Growth  +1.7%
Annual growth 1.7%

45027 Letters

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2020
Pieces 130
Availability Retired
45027 LEGO Education Duplo Letters
Retail $109.95
Value $187.92
Growth  +70.9%
Annual growth 7.3%

45029 Animals

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2020
Pieces 91
Availability Retired
45029 LEGO Education Duplo Animals
Retail $134.95
Value $325.40
Growth  +141.1%
Annual growth 9.9%

45030 People

Theme / Subtheme Education / Duplo
Year 2020
Pieces / Duplo figures 26 / 18
Availability Retired
45030 LEGO Education Duplo People
Retail $84.95
Value $200.85
Growth  +136.4%
Annual growth 8.9%

Tubes Questions

What is the current value of LEGO 45026 Tubes?

Today's value for a new, sealed copy of Tubes is $210. On the used market, expect to pay around $174.

Has LEGO 45026 Tubes been retired?

Yes. Tubes has been retired by LEGO. Collectors now buy it on the secondary market, from sellers on sites like eBay and BrickLink.

Has LEGO 45026 Tubes increased in value?

Yes. Since it sold for $159.95 in shops, Tubes has risen 31% in value, about 4.2% a year. That is in line with the Duplo average of 4.1% a year.

How much could LEGO 45026 Tubes be worth in a year?

BrickEconomy's forecast, built on its long-run growth, puts Tubes near $219 in twelve months, about 4% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. Signals from demand, supply and price are mixed. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

What is the piece count of LEGO 45026 Tubes?

Tubes is built from 150 pieces, about $1.07 each at retail.

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Tubes Reviews

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“This product is best used in a guided learning setting rather than hoping for your child to build a giant marble maze without your help. That’s why it may make sense in a homeschooling setting where you want to keep older kids engaged with DUPLO a little longer rather than... More migrating them to LEGO products. It really is better suited for older builders who may be able to learn how to make these awkward connections on their own.”
Full review at brickarchitect.com

About Education Duplo

The LEGO Education Duplo sets are designed for educational purposes, targeting preschool and early elementary-aged children to support learning through play. The "World People Set" (45011) includes a variety of Duplo figures representing different cultures and professions, aimed at promoting diversity and community awareness. The "Community Transport Set" (9211) features vehicles such as cars, buses, and a helicopter, along with corresponding figures, to teach children about different modes of transportation and their roles in a community. The "Math Train" (45008) combines numeracy skills with imaginative play, featuring a train with numbered bricks and figures to help children learn counting and basic math. The "Story Tales" (45005) set includes a variety of Duplo bricks, characters, and props designed to encourage storytelling, language development, and creative thinking. These sets are often used in classroom settings to enhance educational experiences through interactive, hands-on activities.

Duplo consists of 77 sets that ran from 1999 to 2020. As of today, 9226 Hospital Set is the most valuable Duplo set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $776.
Summary
Education Duplo Tubes set 45026 was released on May 22, 2020, retailing for $160, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $210, while used sets sell around $174.
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LEGO Education Tubes lets children explore a world of fantasy animals and other creative builds – made from Tubes! Using a colorful collection of unique tube elements, LEGO DUPLO bricks, balls, doors and baskets, and 6 building inspiration cards, kids can create an egg-laying hen, dragon, little pooping larva and more. Tubes develops children's 21st century skills, such as problem-solving, collaboration and fine motor skills, while introducing them to cause and effect, symmetry and 3D shape recognition. This fun Early Learning set for preschoolers also includes a Getting Started card containing 5 simple ideas to inspire playful learning with Tubes in the classroom.

Using a colorful collection of unique tube elements, LEGO® DUPLO® bricks, balls, doors and baskets, and 6 building inspiration cards, kids can create an egg-laying hen, dragon, little pooping larva and more. Tubes develops children's 21st century skills, such as problem-solving, collaboration and fine motor...
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