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8844 LEGO Technic Helicopter
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LEGO 8844 Helicopter is a vintage Technic set from 1981 valued at $183 for new and sealed sets, up 509% from an original retail price of $29.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.18% since release. On the used market, values range from $24 to $31 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Helicopter since April 2017. High accuracy
LEGO 8844-1 Helicopter is a Technic set released in 1981, containing 316 pieces. The model builds a helicopter with a mechanically driven main rotor operated by a crank on the left side. The rotor drive uses 24-tooth gears with a 1:1 ratio, and the helicopter also includes retractable three-point landing gear controlled by a separate mechanism.

A new and sealed Helicopter is currently valued at around $183, with annual growth of approximately 3%. The average used price is $26 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $188 within the next year.
It has been a few months since we last saw 8844 Helicopter available in either primary or secondary markets. Its true value may be slightly higher than our current estimate. The last brand new Helicopter was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 8844 Helicopter at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (NL) Used, good complete with instruction $26.24
(IT) Used - Vintage Set 8844 Empty Box Empty Box - Technic Helicopter (1981)
$28.49
(CA) Used - Technic 8844 EMPTY BOX Helicopter from 1981 GB35
$31.41

Sets in Technic

8859 Tractor

Theme Technic
Year 1981
Pieces 610
Availability Retired
8859 LEGO Technic Tractor
Retail $39.99
Value $1,580.00
Growth  +3851.0%
Annual growth 5.7%

8848 Power Truck

Theme Technic
Year 1981
Pieces 398
Availability Retired
8848 LEGO Technic Power Truck
Retail $29.99
Value $900.53
Growth  +2902.8%
Annual growth 7.8%

8845 Dune Buggy

Theme Technic
Year 1981
Pieces 174
Availability Retired
8845 LEGO Technic Dune Buggy
Retail $19.99
Value $256.04
Growth  +1180.8%
Annual growth 11.3%

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Helicopter Reviews

30 reviews
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Technicopedia
“Set 8844 was released under the "Expert Builder"series in 1981. This helicopter features rotating main and tail rotors, and retractable 3 point landing gear driven by chain. For the time, this set had surprisingly little traditional studded construction as the whole frame... More was pinned together.”
Full review at www.technicopedia.com
Technic-Dialog
“The Helicopter is the first helicopter from the Lego Technic series. It’s assembled from relatively few parts and it’s quite true to the original. Unfortunately, there are only two functions. Moreover, the overall construction is not particularly stable, which slightly ruins... More the fun. But if you compare it to other Lego Technic models of its time, 4 stars are justified in the overall rating.”
Full review at technic-dialog.de

About Technic

TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
Summary
Technic Helicopter set 8844 was released in August 1981, retailing for $30, but has since been retired. New, unopened Helicopter sets are valued at $183, while used sets can be found for $26.
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8844 Helicopter with working rotor and retractable undercarriage. LEGO Technical Sets are for skilled builders of 9 and over who enjoy the challenge of creating realistic detailed working models. Working pistons, differential gears, steering mechanisms and power transmission are just some of the impressive features to be found in these Technical Sets. Detailed construction diagrams are included in each set and now there’s a new Technical Ideas Book to help you design working models of your own.
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