LEGO 4980 The Tunnel Transport is a Rock Raiders set from 1999 valued at $338 for new and sealed sets, up 575% from an original retail price of $49.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 6.18% since release. On the used market, values range from $131 to $167 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 $338, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Rock Raiders sets. The average used price is $139 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $314 to $348. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year.