Name: LEGO Technic Forklift Transporter
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 8872-1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80 (41 reviews)

LEGO 8872 Forklift Transporter is a vintage Technic set from 1993 valued at $253 for new and sealed sets, up 209% from an original retail price of $82.00. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.85% 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 Forklift Transporter since December 2019. Very high accuracy

LEGO 8872 Forklift Transporter is a Technic set released in 1993, containing 763 pieces. Also known as “Technic Transroll,” it includes three models—a truck tractor, a trailer, and a forklift. The tractor features rack-and-pinion steering operated via an overhead control behind the cab, a locking fifth-wheel coupling, and dual rear tires, while the trailer can be coupled and uncoupled from the towing vehicle. The forklift incorporates tilting forks controlled by a pole reverser on the left side.

A new and sealed Forklift Transporter is currently valued at around $253, with annual growth of approximately 3%. The average used price is $57 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $259 to $502. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $263 within the next year.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

	(ES) New in box. Seals are gone, and box with shelf wear 6/10 all sealed in polybags nothi...	$258.11 +1.9%
	(JP) Both seals are cut.Inner bags are all sealed.Shape are in good condition, but has man...	$262.18 +3.5%
	(JP) Technic 8872 Forklift Transporter Vintage MISB	$549.99 +117.2%

For Sale (Used)

	(US) Used - eBay listing for 8872 Forklift Transporter	$56.70
	(DE) Used - in very good condition. Without instruction, box and extra parts. See original...	$73.49

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Set Details

Set number

8872-1

Name

Forklift Transporter

Theme

Technic

Year

1993

Availability

Retired

Pieces

763 (PPP $0.11)

Set Pricing

Retail price

$82.00

New/Sealed

Value

$253.21

Growth

+208.79%

Annual growth

+3.85% Decreasing

90-day change

3.15%

Used

Value

$56.70

Range

$51.02 - $68.04

Quick Buy

eBay

Buy

Lowest price

$549.99

Bricklink

Buy

Lowest price

$258.11 (ES)

Highest price

$262.18

*Listings are for new/sealed sets.

Set Predictions

New/Sealed

Today's value

$253.21

1 year forecast

$262.95+3.85%

5 year forecast

$301.45+19.05%

$293

$310

8872 Forklift Transporter is projected to be valued between $293 - $310 within five years.

Insights

Released in the early 1990s and long retired, Forklift Transporter (8872) is a vintage Technic release whose scarce sealed examples and low remake risk have supported post-retirement appreciation, and collectors should note that completeness and sticker condition increase volatility and affect liquidity.

Set Facts

Includes three models in one - a truck, trailer and forklift. It was also called "Technic Transroll".
The tractor features rack and pinion steering, a locking 5th wheel coupling, and even has dual rear tires.
The tractor is a single rear axle unit with dual wheels and tires.
The rear wheels can be steered using an overhead control behind the cabin.
The trailer can be coupled and uncoupled from the towing vehicle.
The forks can be tilted via a pole reverser handle on the left side.

Forklift Transporter Reviews

41 reviews

4.8

Collectors

Investors

Technicopedia

“This tractor/trailer combination, released in 1993, was one of the physically largest Technic sets to date. It is effectively 3 sets in one box. Individually, none of the models would stand out from the pack. Taken as a whole, however, they make a rather unique addition... More to the Technic line. This method of combining multiple models in one was much more common in the Model Team theme.”

Full review at www.technicopedia.com

Technic-Dialog

“This model from the Lego Technic series is in my opinion on the border between the Lego Technic series and the Model Team series. At that time, the Lego Technic models still looked very abstract, which is not really the case here. It’s a nice model with many functions, which... More guarantees a lot of fun.”

Full review at technic-dialog.de

Theme Analysis

Technic

Sets

571

Years

1977 - 2026

Annual growth

+4.10% (this set +3.85%)

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

Community Stats

Forklift Transporter currently ranks #390 out of the top most owned sets in Technic.

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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.

Includes three models in one - a truck, trailer and forklift - all with a host of exciting features. From 9 years.

8872 LEGO Technic Forklift Transporter