LEGO 6686 Construction Backhoe

Name: LEGO Construction Backhoe
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 6686-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.70 (16 reviews)

LEGO 6686 Backhoe is a vintage Town set from 1984 valued at $314 for new and sealed sets, up 4230% from an original retail price of $7.25. Annual appreciation has averaged 9.20% since release. Used copies are valued between $9 and $14 depending on condition. The set's market is keeping a steady course, with member interest holding even.

Backhoe Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Backhoe since January 2017. 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 Backhoe sells for around $314 today, after averaging 9.2% growth a year since retirement. Give it five years and our forecast has it near $369. The average used price is $10 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $363 to $400.

Collector and Investor Standing

A yellow and black backhoe from 1984 with a gear worked front bucket, a digging arm at the back and a tow ball, one of the working construction machines that made Classic Town building sites so playable.

62/100

Collector

A steady following

A Classic Town backhoe with gears

38/100

Investor

Weaker than most

Low activity cools the resale market

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(US) Set 6662 Construction Backhoe Tractor	BrickEconomy Choice $345.00
	(DE) Backhoe from BrickLink seller Rikki87	$233.92 -25.5%
	(ES) Backhoe from BrickLink seller leggodt	$375.71 +19.7%
	(US) Town: Backhoe (6686)- Brand New In Factory Sealed Box	$389.00 +23.9%
	(US) #6686 Backhoe 1984	$400.00 +27.4%
	(US) #6686 Backhoe 1984	$400.00 +27.4%
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Market Momentum

Neutral

This set's forecast trails similar sets and it is lagging its theme, so momentum is holding level.

BearishBullish

DemandLower half in Town

Moderate demand

12 months agoToday

SupplyTypical for Town

Listings steady this month

12 months agoToday

Growth vs peers-3% typical for Construction

-9% over the past year

12 months agoToday

Outlook:12% bearish·84% neutral·4% bullish

Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Backhoe Minifigs

Backhoe contains 1 minifigure. Construction Worker is exclusive to this set.

Compared with other Construction sets

#3 of 20

By growth since retail, +4,230%

+315%+6,818%

In the top quarter of the group.

$3.57 a piece

New and sealed value per piece

This set

$3.57

Typical

$2.43

About 45% above the group's typical value per piece.

#17 of 20

Used value as a share of new, 3%

2%17%

In the bottom quarter of the group.

#3 of 19 retired

Wanted for each member who owns it

This set

Typical

About 25% above the rate of the group's retired sets.

Top sets by growth		Year	Since retail
1	6603 Shovel Truck	1985	+6,818%
2	6527 Tipper Truck	1989	+6,705%
3	6686 Backhoe	1984	+4,230%

Backhoe Questions

What is LEGO 6686 Backhoe worth?

A new, sealed copy of Backhoe is worth about $314 today. Its value has eased 17% over the last 90 days. A used copy in good condition goes for about $10.

Has LEGO 6686 Backhoe been retired?

Yes. LEGO no longer makes Backhoe. Sealed copies are now found only on the secondary market, so the price follows what collectors will pay.

Has LEGO 6686 Backhoe increased in value?

Yes, by a wide margin. Backhoe has gained 4,230% on its original retail price of $7.25, about 9.2% a year. That beats the Construction average of 5.6% a year by a clear margin.

How much could LEGO 6686 Backhoe be worth in a year?

Our one-year forecast has Backhoe at around $318 a year from now, about 1% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. On balance, demand, supply and price are level. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How many pieces and minifigures are in LEGO 6686 Backhoe?

The set contains 88 pieces ($0.08 a piece at its retail price), with 1 minifigure: Construction Worker. Construction Worker is valued at about $6.14. Construction Worker cannot be found in any other set.

Top lists

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My Collection

I own this set

I want this set

Set Details

Set number

6686-1

Name

Backhoe

Theme

Town

Subtheme

Construction

Year

1984

Released

January 1984

Availability

Retired

Pieces

88 (PPP $0.08)

Minifigs

1 (Value $6.14)

(Exclusive)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$7.25

New/Sealed

Value

$313.90

Growth

+4229.66%

Annual growth

+9.20%

90-day change

-17.50%

1-year growth

+1.34% (12 month outlook)

Future growth

+3.79% (2-5 year outlook)

Used

Value

$9.61

Range

$8.53 - $14.24

Quick Buy

eBay

In stockBuy

Best price

$389.00

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$313.90

1 year forecast

$318.11+1.34%

5 year forecast

$369.08+17.58%

Weaker outlook

Stronger outlook

The forecast puts 6686 Backhoe at about $369.08 in five years. That is among the weaker outlooks of all sets.

Insights

Released in 1984 and retired long ago, Backhoe is a vintage Classic Town Construction piece whose nostalgic 80s design draws theme collectors and completionists, and limited sealed availability supports continued interest while remake risk and lack of unique molds keep expectations measured.

Set Facts

The Backhoe Loader includes a gear-operated knob to raise and lower the front bucket, while the rear bucket is manually adjustable with a tow ball connection.
It was also called "Excavator" and consists of a yellow and black backhoe with a functional scoop.

Backhoe Reviews

16 reviews

4.7

Collectors

Investors

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.”

Subtheme Analysis

Town / Construction

Sets

Years

1980 - 1997

Annual growth

+5.64% (this set +9.20%)

This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme

Community Stats

Backhoe currently ranks #18 out of the top most owned sets in Town Construction.

#2Backhoe

#18Backhoe

#19Dump Truck

#20Mini Loader

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, 6481 Construction Crew is the most valuable Construction set with an estimated new/sealed value of $327.

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 $314, while used sets can be found for $10 in good condition.

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6686 LEGO Construction Backhoe

Backhoe Value (New/Sealed)

For Sale (New/Sealed)

Market Momentum

Backhoe Minifigs

Compared with other Construction sets

Sets in Town / Construction

Backhoe Questions

What is LEGO 6686 Backhoe worth?

Has LEGO 6686 Backhoe been retired?

Has LEGO 6686 Backhoe increased in value?

How much could LEGO 6686 Backhoe be worth in a year?

How many pieces and minifigures are in LEGO 6686 Backhoe?

My Collection

Set Details

Set Pricing

Quick Buy

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Set Facts

Backhoe Reviews

Subtheme Analysis

About Town Construction