LEGO 4980 The Tunnel Transport is a Rock Raiders set from 1999 valued at $345 for new and sealed sets, up 591% from an original retail price of $49.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.29% since release. On the used market, values range from $116 to $154 based on condition.
LEGO 4980 The Tunnel Transport is a Rock Raiders set released in 1999, containing 351 pieces and 2 minifigures. The set centers on the Tunnel Transport air vehicle, the largest Rock Raiders vehicle, with four propellers, headlights, twin lasers, and tool attachments such as a pickaxe and circular saw, plus a detachable magnet-equipped bucket for hauling rocks and dynamite. Two smaller builds are included: the Small Digger with a magnet, bucket, and front saws, and the Hoverboard hovercraft with a spotlight that docks at the rear of the Transport. The minifigures are Docs and Jet, and first-edition releases included a Rock Raiders comic.
A new and sealed The Tunnel Transport is currently valued at around $345, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Rock Raiders sets. The average used price is $128 for those in good overall condition. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $365 within the next year.