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LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler is a Space set valued at $162 for new and sealed sets, up 131% from an original retail price of $69.99. The set retired in January 2015 with annual appreciation averaging 6.44% since. On the used market, values range from $50 to $69 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $146 and $179. Momentum is on the rise for this set, driven by recent gains in value as well as growth ahead of similar sets.

Hive Crawler Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Hive Crawler since September 2021. Very high accuracy
LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler is a Space Galaxy Squad set released in 2013, containing 560 pieces and 3 minifigures. It includes Billy Starbeam of the Red Team, his robot sidekick with a jetpack, and an alien mantizoid, along with two insectoid creatures. The main build is a large insectoid walker with articulated, moving legs and a function that deploys insectoid eggs. A small hero speedster is also included and can split into a sky speeder and a planet speeder.

A new and sealed Hive Crawler is currently valued at around $162, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Galaxy Squad sets. The average used price is $57 for those in good overall condition. The 3 included minifigs account for approximately 46% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $152 to $180. The set was available for 20 months, from May 2013 to January 2015.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) Space: Hive Crawler (70708)
BrickEconomy Choice
$150.00
(US) Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler (70708) $150.00
-7.1%
(US) Space: Hive Crawler (70708) Retired New Sealed Box $150.00
-7.1%
(US) Hive Crawler from BrickLink seller padolf $150.00
-7.1%
(US) Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler (70708) Brand New Sealed Rare $154.95
-4.1%
(US) Year 2013 Lego Galaxy Squad 70708 - HIVE CRAWLER with 3 Minifigures (560 Pcs) $154.99
-4.0%
(US) Hive Crawler from BrickLink seller TheBrickGuys $156.75
-3.0%
(US) 70708 Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler NEW Sealed Retired 2013 Set $159.00
-1.6%
(US) Brand New LEGO Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler 70708 $159.99
-0.9%
(DE) 70708 Galaxy Squad HIVE CRAWLER 2013 Retired Set Space Alien Sci-Fi Red NEW $167.18
+3.5%
(US) Brand New Sealed Rare Lego Galaxy Squad Space 70708 Hive Crawler Retired $179.99
+11.4%
(US) Space Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler 70708 $180.00
+11.4%
(US) 70708 HIVE CRAWLER galaxy squad LEGO set NEW space alien conquest BUGS $189.99
+17.6%
(US) Hive Crawler from BrickLink seller DDSEnt $198.99
+23.2%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 70708 Hive Crawler.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 70708 Hive Crawler.

Market Momentum

Bullish
The Hive Crawler's value has climbed over the last three months, outpacing similar retired Space Galaxy Squad sets. Member interest remains steady as collectors track this 2013 release featuring Billy Starbeam and the alien mantizoid.
DemandUpper half in Space
High demand
12 months agoToday
SupplyMore than most in Space
Fewer copies than a year ago
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+13% typical for Galaxy Squad
+35% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:7% bearish·53% neutral·40% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Galaxy Squad sets

Hive Crawler ranks 8th of 12 Galaxy Squad sets. On the plus side, the market holds fewer copies of it than of most sets ranked lower. On the other hand, most sets ranked above it cost less than half as much at launch.

#8 of 12
By growth since retail, +131%
+50%+355%
In the bottom half of the group.
$0.29 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$0.29
Typical
$0.29
Close to the group's typical value per piece.
Top sets by growthSince retail
170701 Swarm Interceptor+355%
270703 Star Slicer+296%
370707 CLS-89 Eradicator Mech+218%
870708 Hive Crawler+131%

Sets in Space / Galaxy Squad

70709 Galactic Titan

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 1,012 / 5
Availability Retired
70709 LEGO Galaxy Squad Galactic Titan
Retail $99.99
Value $300.00
Growth  +200.0%
Annual growth 8.0%

70705 Bug Obliterator

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 711 / 4
Availability Retired
70705 LEGO Galaxy Squad Bug Obliterator
Retail $79.99
Value $128.73
Growth  +60.9%
Annual growth 3.2%

70704 Vermin Vaporizer

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 506 / 3
Availability Retired
70704 LEGO Galaxy Squad Vermin Vaporizer
Retail $59.99
Value $119.89
Growth  +99.8%
Annual growth 4.9%

70707 CLS-89 Eradicator Mech

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 440 / 2
Availability Retired
70707 LEGO Galaxy Squad CLS-89 Eradicator Mech
Retail $39.99
Value $127.33
Growth  +218.4%
Annual growth 7.2%

70703 Star Slicer

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 311 / 3
Availability Retired
70703 LEGO Galaxy Squad Star Slicer
Retail $39.99
Value $158.52
Growth  +296.4%
Annual growth 8.9%

70702 Warp Stinger

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 310 / 3
Availability Retired
70702 LEGO Galaxy Squad Warp Stinger
Retail $29.99
Value $92.02
Growth  +206.8%
Annual growth 8.5%

70701 Swarm Interceptor

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 218 / 2
Availability Retired
70701 LEGO Galaxy Squad Swarm Interceptor
Retail $19.99
Value $90.86
Growth  +354.5%
Annual growth 9.7%

70706 Crater Creeper

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 171 / 2
Availability Retired
70706 LEGO Galaxy Squad Crater Creeper
Retail $19.99
Value $30.00
Growth  +50.1%
Annual growth 2.8%

70700 Space Swarmer

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 86 / 2
Availability Retired
70700 LEGO Galaxy Squad Space Swarmer
Retail $11.99
Value $37.35
Growth  +211.5%
Annual growth 7.0%

30230 Mini Mech

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 28 / 1
Availability Retired
30230 LEGO Galaxy Squad Mini Mech
Retail $3.99
Value $7.36
Growth  +84.5%
Annual growth 3.4%

30231 Space Insectoid

Theme / Subtheme Space / Galaxy Squad
Year 2013
Pieces / Minifigs 27 / 1
Availability Retired
30231 LEGO Galaxy Squad Space Insectoid
Retail $3.49
Value $8.88
Growth  +154.4%
Annual growth 7.1%

Hive Crawler Questions

What is LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler worth?

A new, sealed copy of Hive Crawler is worth about $162 today, and most sealed copies sell for between $146 and $179. Its value has climbed 17% over the last 90 days. Used copies are worth about $57.

Has LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler been retired?

Yes. LEGO retired Hive Crawler in January 2015 after 20 months on sale, about as long as the typical Galaxy Squad set. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

How much has LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler gone up in value?

Hive Crawler is now worth 131% more than its $69.99 retail price, or roughly 6.4% a year on average. That is a little ahead of the Galaxy Squad average of 5.9% a year.

What will LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler be worth next year?

BrickEconomy's forecast, built on its long-run growth, puts Hive Crawler near $172 in twelve months, about 6% more than today. In the short term the market reads bullish too. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How many pieces does LEGO 70708 Hive Crawler have, and which minifigures are included?

Hive Crawler is built from 560 pieces, about $0.12 each at retail. The 3 minifigures included are Billy Starbeam, Mantizoid and Red Robot Sidekick. Together the minifigures are worth about $75, about 46% of the set's value, and Mantizoid is the most valuable at $49.

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Hive Crawler Reviews

30 reviews
4.7
Collectors
Investors
Brickipedia
“The Hive Crawler is a huge robotic bug with mostly green and red colors. It is the main part of the set. It has a pair of moving cannons on its back, four hinged teeth, legs that move as you push it, and an egg launcher on the back section.”
Full review at brickipedia.fandom.com
Eurobricks
“Overall, the Hive Crawler is a fantastic set, both for the small human vehicle/s and the titular alien one. As a flag-ship (or flag-bug), it really compliments the line, and adds a lot to the Galaxy Squad universe, introducing Elite warriors and larvae, as well as confirming... More the idea of a central hive guarded by new levels of the bug's cast system.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Space Galaxy Squad

Galaxy Squad was a LEGO Space subtheme released in 2013 whose story features a group of humans and their robots defending planets from an impending invasion evil alien buggoids called Alien Mosquitoids and Alien Buggoids. The humans and robots are split into different teams (Green, Red, Orange, Blue) each with different strengths and colors. Galaxy Squad released a total of 12 sets in 2 waves.

Galaxy Squad was introduced in 2013 and currently consists of 12 sets. As of today, 70709 Galactic Titan is the most valuable Galaxy Squad set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $300.
Summary
Space Galaxy Squad Hive Crawler set 70708 was released on May 29, 2013, retailing for $70, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $162, used ones can be found for $57.
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The alien mantizoid is on a mission across the galaxy in the creepy Hive Crawler with moving legs. Stop it from laying insectoid eggs and spreading the alien threat! Deploy Galaxy Squad red team leader Billy Starbeam and his robot sidekick in the split-function hero speedster! Dodge the double-rotating venom guns, razor-sharp legs and pinching mouth! Then launch a deadly double attack by splitting the hero speedster into a sky speeder for air assaults and a planet speeder for ground combat. Don’t let the insectoid eggs hatch! Includes 2 insectoids and 3 minifigures with weapons and accessories: red team leader Billy Starbeam, robot sidekick and an alien mantizoid.
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