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LEGO 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box is a Power Functions set valued at $130 for new and sealed sets, up 160% from an original retail price of $49.99. The set retired in April 2019 with annual appreciation averaging 9.66% since. Used copies are valued between $62 and $84 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $128 and $133.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Rechargeable Battery Box since April 2019. Very high accuracy
LEGO 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box is a Power Functions Accessories set released in 2009, containing 1 piece. It integrates a rechargeable lithium polymer battery pack and a built-in speed control dial to power and regulate LEGO Power Functions motors and lights. The unit connects to components via standard Power Functions ports. It requires the separate LEGO Power Functions Transformer/Charger for recharging.

A new and sealed Rechargeable Battery Box is currently valued at around $130, with annual growth of 6.5% that is expected to level off to around 5.0% in the coming year. The average used price is $67 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $133 to $154. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year. The set was available for 120 months, from April 2009 to April 2019.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) BrickLink store Moderno Bricks $129.99
0.0%
(UK) New. Sealed package. $134.71
+3.6%
(US) 8878 9V Rechargeable Battery Box Power Functions (charger sold separately)
BrickEconomy Choice
$135.99
+4.6%
(US) NEW SEALED LEGO Electric 9V Battery Box Power Functions Rechargeable 84599 8878 $149.99
+15.4%
(NL) NEW $162.70
+25.2%
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box $57.66
(LT) Used, great working condition $58.24

Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends (number sold) of new/sealed 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box.

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8869 Polarity Switch

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Year 2009
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
8869 LEGO Power Functions Polarity Switch
Retail $5.79
Value $15.16
Growth  +161.8%
Annual growth 4.3%

8870 Light Set

Theme / Subtheme Power Functions / Accessories
Year 2009
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
8870 LEGO Power Functions Light Set
Retail $6.49
Value $14.99
Growth  +131.0%
Annual growth 3.2%

8871 Extension Cable 50cm

Theme / Subtheme Power Functions / Accessories
Year 2009
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
8871 LEGO Power Functions Extension Cable 50cm
Retail $3.99
Value $19.99
Growth  +401.0%
Annual growth 9.8%

8879 IR Speed Remote Control

Theme / Subtheme Power Functions / Accessories
Year 2009
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
8879 LEGO Power Functions IR Speed Remote Control
Retail $12.99
Value $49.68
Growth  +282.4%
Annual growth 7.9%

8887 Transformer 10V DC

Theme / Subtheme Power Functions / Accessories
Year 2009
Pieces 1
Availability Retired
8887 LEGO Power Functions Transformer 10V DC
Retail $29.99
Value $49.33
Growth  +64.5%
Annual growth 3.8%

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Rechargeable Battery Box Reviews

35 reviews
4.7
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BrickTrains-Sets
“The Lego 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box is a Power Function accessory that is used in existing Power Function train sets, or custom trains. The set includes one piece, a large block that has a slot for Technic pieces, a power block, a light indicator, and a charge port.... More Unlike other battery boxes, it does not need batteries, and can be recharged. The set can be used in buildings other than train sets if so desired.”
Full review at bricktrains-sets.com
Eurobricks
“All I know for sure though that this is one of finest pieces of equipment TLG has ever released. As simple as that. The dial, the charging behavior. Perfect.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com

About Power Functions Accessories

Power Functions is a TECHNIC electric building system that consists of remote control units, power units, motors, lights and receivers that can be connected by cables with brick-shaped connectors. The core battery boxes deliver the power to different types of motors to make things move, light, remote control and even connection to a computer. Everything fits together in a system to let you build and control LEGO sets and inventions. The system was released in 2007

Accessories consists of 16 sets that ran from 2008 to 2018. As of today, 8878 Rechargeable Battery Box is the most valuable Accessories set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $130.
Summary
Power Functions Accessories Rechargeable Battery Box set 8878 was released on April 2, 2009, retailing for $50, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $130, while used sets sell around $67.
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No more disposable batteries! This rechargeable battery box has built-in Lithium polymer batteries for low weight and maximum power. Use it in your LEGO® Power Functions models and never have to use disposable batteries again! NOTE: You must use the #45517 10VDC LEGO Transformer to charge this battery box Motor speed can be controlled via the battery box speed control dial! Output voltage is 7.4 V!
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