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7697 LEGO Mars Mission MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush
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7697 LEGO Mars Mission MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush
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LEGO 7697 MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush is a Space set from 2007 currently valued at $180 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $29.99, the set has gained 500% in value since retiring in September 2008, with annual appreciation averaging 5.90%. On the used market, values range from $42 to $56 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush since June 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 7697 MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush is a Space/Mars Mission set released in 2007, containing 374 pieces and 3 minifigures. The set includes the MT-51 Claw-Tank equipped with a disc shooter, a functional claw, and 360-degree turning capability, alongside a small alien strike ship. Minifigures consist of one astronaut and two aliens.

A new and sealed MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush is currently valued at around $180, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Mars Mission sets. The average used price is $47 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $180 to $180. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $191 within the next year. The set was available for 11 months, from October 2007 to September 2008.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) 7697 Mars Mission MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush - Brand New
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$179.99
(US) 7697 Mars Mission MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush NEW IN BOX Sealed $180.00
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - Mars Mission 7697 Claw Tank Ambush
$39.99
--14.6%
(US) Used - Space: Mt-51 Claw-Tank Ambush (7697)
$48.97
(US) Used - Complete with box and instructions. $54.00
(US) Used - All bricks, minfigures, ammo, applied stickers and instructions in great condi... $55.00

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 7697 MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush.

Sets in Space / Mars Mission

7690 MB-01 Eagle Command Base

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 760 / 8
Availability Retired
7690 LEGO Mars Mission MB-01 Eagle Command Base
Retail $89.99
Value $428.37
Growth  +376.0%
Annual growth 5.8%

7699 MT-101 Armored Drilling Unit

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 635 / 5
Availability Retired
7699 LEGO Mars Mission MT-101 Armored Drilling Unit
Retail $79.99
Value $216.84
Growth  +171.1%
Annual growth 4.3%

7692 MX-71 Recon Dropship

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 435 / 6
Availability Retired
7692 LEGO Mars Mission MX-71 Recon Dropship
Retail $39.99
Value $271.31
Growth  +578.4%
Annual growth 9.4%

7691 ETX Alien Mothership Assault

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 434 / 7
Availability Retired
7691 LEGO Mars Mission ETX Alien Mothership Assault
Retail $49.99
Value $207.62
Growth  +315.3%
Annual growth 4.2%

7693 ETX Alien Strike

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 246 / 3
Availability Retired
7693 LEGO Mars Mission ETX Alien Strike
Retail $19.99
Value $152.74
Growth  +664.1%
Annual growth 8.7%

7694 MT-31 Trike

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 95 / 2
Availability Retired
7694 LEGO Mars Mission MT-31 Trike
Retail $9.99
Value $101.90
Growth  +920.0%
Annual growth 8.5%

7695 MX-11 Astro Fighter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Mars Mission
Year 2007
Pieces / Minifigs 57 / 2
Availability Retired
7695 LEGO Mars Mission MX-11 Astro Fighter
Retail $4.99
Value $55.00
Growth  +1002.2%
Annual growth 7.9%

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MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush Reviews

66 reviews
4.7
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Brickipedia
“The Claw-Tank is armed with a clamp arm, a blaster arm, a rocket launcher on top of the cockpit and a firing "energy disk" launcher. The upper half of the claw tank swivels 360 degrees. The lower half has working suspension for the treads and two translucent orange pods; one... More for holding crystals and the other for holding an alien.”
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Brickset
“The title for this tank is well chosen. The tank is strong, sturdy, and very very cool! The Tank: The tank is very well though of this is the first set beyond Exo-Force that has a disk launcher, and I am impressed. This is a good set with minor flaws. I can't wait to get the... More dropship.”
Full review at brickset.com

About Space Mars Mission

Mars Mission was a LEGO Space subtheme released in 2007 that consisted of 17 sets whose story focused on the adventures of a team of Astronauts as they land on Mars and are forced to contend with a dangerous alien race. The humans are a group of astronauts that have journeyed to Mars in search of powerful yellow-green energy crystals found on the Martian surface to power their futuristic devices and technology. The Aliens have originated from an unknown place in the cosmos, and are also searching for the crystals as well. Both races wish to use these crystals as power sources, which can be used to supply energy to all of their respective vehicles and systems and as such they fought each other.

Mars Mission consists of 17 sets that ran from 2007 to 2008. As of today, 7649 MT-201 Ultra-Drill Walker is the most valuable Mars Mission set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $570.
Summary
Space Mars Mission MT-51 Claw-Tank Ambush set 7697 was released on October 24, 2007, retailing for $30, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $180, used ones can be found for $47.
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The ultimate robotic tank!

With its disc shooter, storage tanks, and a powerful claw for capturing crystals and alien attackers, the hi-tech MT-51 Claw-Tank is ready to defend the Mars Mission team against the alien strike ship. Includes futuristic mining tank, alien strike ship, astronaut minifigure and 2 glow-in-the-dark alien minifigures! Features working treads, rolling wheels and poseable arms to vanquish any foe! Load and launch the disk shooter! MT-51 Claw-Tank turns 360 degrees to capture any alien!
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