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LEGO 6686 Backhoe is a vintage Town set from 1984 valued at $579 for new and sealed sets, up 7890% from an original retail price of $7.25. Annual appreciation has averaged 10.88% since release. Used copies are valued between $9 and $14 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Backhoe since December 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 6686 Backhoe is a Town Construction set released in 1984, containing 88 pieces and 1 minifigure. The yellow-and-black backhoe loader features a gear-operated knob to raise and lower the front bucket, while the rear digging arm is manually adjustable; a tow ball connection is included. The set, also known as “Excavator,” represents a Classic Town construction vehicle with functional scoops.

A new and sealed Backhoe is currently valued at around $579, with annual growth of about 10.9% that is expected to level off to around 8.2% in the coming year, making it a solid investment. The average used price is $12 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $623 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $339 to $619.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) 6686 Legoland Construction Backhoe 1984 - Very Rare - Sealed - See picture
BrickEconomy Choice
$449.90
(FR) 6686 Backhoe (1984) New and Sealed Legoland construction equipment $581.55
+0.4%
(US) Set 6662 Construction Backhoe Tractor $645.00
+11.3%
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For Sale (Used)

 (DE) Used - BrickLink store NeonRingBricks $8.72
(US) Used - eBay listing for 6686 Backhoe $8.64
(HU) Used - 100% complete, good condition. With instruction, no box. Weight: 75g $8.73
(NL) Used - Gebouwd, in alternatieve verpakking zonder bouwbeschrijving $8.75
(NL) Used - Gebouwd in alternatieve verpakking zonder boekje $9.22
(BE) Used - Complete set in normal used condition. With instructions, no box. $9.54

Minifigs

Backhoe contains 1 minifig. The minifigure is exclusive to this set.
but031
Construction Worker
Minifigure wearing a blue shirt with 6 buttons, blue legs, and a blue construction helmet - but031
Exclusive
Value $47.86

Sets in Town / Construction

6481 Construction Crew

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 169 / 2
Availability Retired
6481 LEGO Construction Crew
Retail $26.99
Value $313.32
Growth  +1060.9%
Annual growth 6.8%

6581 Dig 'N' Dump

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1996
Pieces / Minifigs 127 / 2
Availability Retired
6581 LEGO Construction Dig 'N' Dump
Retail $13.25
Value $96.52
Growth  +628.5%
Annual growth 5.5%

6682 Cement Mixer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1985
Pieces / Minifigs 90 / 1
Availability Retired
6682 LEGO Construction Cement Mixer
Retail $12.99
Value $182.39
Growth  +1304.1%
Annual growth 3.3%

6662 Backhoe

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1992
Pieces / Minifigs 85 / 1
Availability Retired
6662 LEGO Construction Backhoe
Retail $7.25
Value $73.70
Growth  +916.6%
Annual growth 4.3%

6565 Construction Crew

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1997
Pieces / Minifigs 78 / 3
Availability Retired
6565 LEGO Construction Crew
Retail $16.50
Value $65.00
Growth  +293.9%
Annual growth 5.0%

6658 Bulldozer

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1986
Pieces / Minifigs 65 / 1
Availability Retired
6658 LEGO Construction Bulldozer
Retail $6.99
Value $242.84
Growth  +3374.1%
Annual growth 9.2%

6678 Pneumatic Crane

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1980
Pieces / Minifigs 60 / 1
Availability Retired
6678 LEGO Construction Pneumatic Crane
Retail $5.99
Value $199.99
Growth  +3238.7%
Annual growth 5.8%

6631 Steam Shovel

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1985
Pieces / Minifigs 47 / 1
Availability Retired
6631 LEGO Construction Steam Shovel
Retail $4.49
Value $135.16
Growth  +2910.2%
Annual growth 4.5%

6532 Diesel Dumper

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1991
Pieces / Minifigs 46 / 1
Availability Retired
6532 LEGO Construction Diesel Dumper
Retail $5.49
Value $63.20
Growth  +1051.2%
Annual growth 7.2%

6652 Construction Truck

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1983
Pieces / Minifigs 44 / 1
Availability Retired
6652 LEGO Construction Truck
Retail $4.58
Value $146.99
Growth  +3109.4%
Annual growth 4.1%

6527 Tipper Truck

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 43 / 1
Availability Retired
6527 LEGO Construction Tipper Truck
Retail $4.49
Value $304.50
Growth  +6681.7%
Annual growth 10.8%

6535 Dumper

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1995
Pieces / Minifigs 42 / 1
Availability Retired
6535 LEGO Construction Dumper
Retail $4.49
Value $46.24
Growth  +929.8%
Annual growth 6.8%

6648-2 Dump Truck

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1980
Pieces / Minifigs 42 / 1
Availability Retired
6648-2 LEGO Construction Dump Truck
Retail $4.49
Value $129.99
Growth  +2795.1%
Annual growth 7.0%

6512 Landscape Loader

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1992
Pieces / Minifigs 37 / 1
Availability Retired
6512 LEGO Construction Landscape Loader
Retail $3.25
Value $40.00
Growth  +1130.8%
Annual growth 7.6%

6630 Bucket Loader

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1981
Pieces / Minifigs 34 / 1
Availability Retired
6630 LEGO Construction Bucket Loader
Retail $2.49
Value $87.77
Growth  +3424.9%
Annual growth 6.0%

6507 Mini Dumper

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1989
Pieces / Minifigs 30 / 1
Availability Retired
6507 LEGO Construction Mini Dumper
Retail $2.49
Value $28.32
Growth  +1037.3%
Annual growth 3.7%

6603 Shovel Truck

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1985
Pieces / Minifigs 27 / 1
Availability Retired
6603 LEGO Construction Shovel Truck
Retail $2.49
Value $172.26
Growth  +6818.1%
Annual growth 8.6%

6504 Tractor

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1988
Pieces / Minifigs 25 / 1
Availability Retired
6504 LEGO Construction Tractor
Retail $2.49
Value $93.69
Growth  +3662.7%
Annual growth 7.9%

1633 Mini Loader

Theme / Subtheme Town / Construction
Year 1990
Pieces 24
Availability Retired
1633 LEGO Construction Mini Loader
Retail $2.49
Value $27.04
Growth  +985.9%
Annual growth 6.9%

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Backhoe Reviews

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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The Backhoe Loader offers a simple yet functional design with a focus on manual features, making it accessible for younger builders. It includes a gear-operated bucket that locks in place, adjustable outriggers, and a rear bucket with a good range of movement. While it lacks a B-model and has limited playability compared to some earlier sets in its price range, it provides decent value for its affordable price.”
 

About Town Construction

LEGO Construction is a subtheme of the Town introduced in 1980 and ran until 1997 that was based around various types of construction. Town Construction was later moved to the City theme.

Construction consists of 20 sets that ran from 1980 to 1997. As of today, 6686 Backhoe is the most valuable Construction set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $579.
Summary
Town Construction Backhoe set 6686 was released in January 1984, retailing for $7, but has since been retired. New, unopened Backhoe sets are valued at $579, while used sets can be found for $12 in good condition.
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