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8660 LEGO Technic Arctic Rescue Unit
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LEGO 8660 Arctic Rescue Unit is a vintage Technic set from 1986 valued at $273 for new and sealed sets, up 551% from an original retail price of $42.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.94% since release. On the used market, values range from $51 to $68 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Arctic Rescue Unit since March 2018. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8660 Arctic Rescue Unit is a Technic Arctic set released in 1986, containing 385 pieces and 2 Technic figures. The rescue vehicle features four-wheel steering on both front and rear axles operated by an overhead control or the cabin steering wheel, and includes a small snow plow stowed at the rear. It uses six large 13x24 Model Team wheels and was the first Technic model to employ them. It is also the first Technic set with more than four wheels and the first to introduce four-wheel steering.

A new and sealed Arctic Rescue Unit is currently valued at around $273, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other Arctic sets. The average used price is $57 for those in good overall condition. The 2 included figures account for approximately 14% of the set's total value. New and sealed listings currently range from $188 to $295.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) New very fine, one seal broken $170.00
-37.8%
(US) eBay listing for Arctic Rescue Unit $265.20
-3.0%
(US) This set is Brand New and Sealed. We are the original owner and bought it new off the... $275.00
+0.6%
(US) NISB - Very good example, seals tight, very minor corner/edge wear, almost no bowing ... $299.00
+9.4%
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For Sale (Used)

 (DE) Used - Technic Arctic - 8660 - Arctic Rescue Unit - COMPLETE
$45.74
--19.2%
(NL) Used - IN GOOD CONDITION, (some parts yellowed, otherwise good. priced accordingly) W... $46.01
(NL) Used - IN GOOD CONDITION, (only some yellowing on a few parts), WITH INSTRUCTIONS, NO... $49.88
(NL) Used - IN GOOD CONDITION, (only some yellowing on some parts) WITH INSTRUCTIONS, WITH... $50.18
(US) Used - TECHNIC Arctic Rescue Unit 8660 & Base 8680 No Figures Box Manual 1986 Inc
$75.00

Sets in Technic / Arctic

8680 Arctic Rescue Base

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 523 / 2
Availability Retired
8680 LEGO Technic Arctic Rescue Base
Retail $72.00
Value $505.68
Growth  +602.3%
Annual growth 4.3%

8640 Polar Copter

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 238 / 1
Availability Retired
8640 LEGO Technic Arctic Polar Copter
Retail $27.00
Value $205.18
Growth  +659.9%
Annual growth 5.2%

8620 Snow Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Technic / Arctic
Year 1986
Pieces / Figures 100 / 1
Availability Retired
8620 LEGO Technic Arctic Snow Scooter
Retail $14.00
Value $111.25
Growth  +694.6%
Annual growth 3.6%

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Arctic Rescue Unit Reviews

31 reviews
4.8
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Technicopedia
“Set 8660 was released in 1986 as one of 4 sets in the new Arctic Action theme. This set features four wheel rack and pinion steering, an opening rear ramp, and two of the new Technic figures with a helmet, skis, and poles. There is also a tracked snow plow which is stowed... More in the back of the vehicle.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com
Technic-Dialog
“The Arctic Rescue Unit from the Lego Technic series is not a particularly pretty model. But as one of the four Polar World models it complements this series really well. The construction doesn’t take a lot of time and is kept very simple. All in all, the stable construction... More of the expedition vehicle provides lots of fun, so there are a total of four stars in the overall rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de
Brickset
“It introduced the Technic Figures, and the worm gear which is now common in technic sets. The way the small snow-plough can fit in the back is awesome. The small ATV (8620) can fit, too! It's too bad they never continued the "action" theme - the closest thing to it was the... More 8286 set.”
Full review at brickset.com

About Technic Arctic

The LEGO Technic Arctic theme, active in 1986, features sets designed for Arctic exploration and rescue missions. Key sets in this theme include the "8680 Arctic Rescue Base," which serves as the central hub for Arctic operations with various mechanical functions. The "8640 Polar Copter" is a versatile helicopter equipped for Arctic conditions, featuring rotating blades and a winch mechanism. The "8660 Arctic Rescue Unit" includes a robust tracked vehicle designed to navigate harsh Arctic terrains, complete with functional steering and suspension.

Arctic was introduced in 1986 and currently consists of 4 sets. As of today, 8680 Arctic Rescue Base is the most valuable Arctic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $506.
Summary
Technic Arctic Arctic Rescue Unit set 8660 was released in September 1986, retailing for $42, but has since been retired. New, unopened Arctic Rescue Unit sets are valued at $273, while used sets can be found for $57.
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