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897 LEGO Mobile Rocket Launcher
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LEGO 897 Mobile Rocket Launcher is a vintage Space set from 1979 valued at $563 for new and sealed sets, up 7948% from an original retail price of $6.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 5.83% since release. Used copies are valued between $21 and $27 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Mobile Rocket Launcher since May 2020. High accuracy
LEGO 897 Mobile Rocket Launcher is a Space Classic subtheme set released in 1979, containing 76 pieces and 2 minifigures. The set builds a tractor unit with a rotatable platform and a trailer that transports a rocket and a satellite. It includes two Classic Space astronauts in red and white. This version was distributed in Europe, the UK, Australia, and Canada, with an identical set numbered 462 released in the United States.

A new and sealed Mobile Rocket Launcher is currently valued at around $563, with annual growth of approximately 4%, which is lower than other Classic sets. The average used price is $23 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $549 to $785. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $595 within the next year.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (CA) Very good condition. Crisp corners and edges. Great color. Ask for pics. $536.17
-4.7%
(DE) == Set is new and sealed in good condition. Please check pictures == $613.17
+9.0%
(DE) Classic Space: Mobile Rocket Launcher (897) BNIB $819.30
+45.6%
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For Sale (Used)

 (BE) Used - Complete set in good condition. Gold on figs is faded. Some small discolorati... $19.21
(US) Used - eBay listing for 897 Mobile Rocket Launcher $19.75
(NL) Used - Complete set in good to very good condition. Colors are nice. Minifigs in good... $19.95
(NL) Used - Minifigs Good, Both Are Stickered Type with more Square Heads (1st Gen). Sp006... $21.00
(NL) Used - 100% complete with instructions. No box. Gold moon torso's 75%. Condition 3/5. $21.98
(CH) Used - Complete with instructions, no box. Gold on red minifig torso print in excelle... $23.16

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462 Mobile Rocket Launcher

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1978
Pieces / Minifigs 76 / 2
Availability Retired
462 LEGO Mobile Rocket Launcher
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Value $565.10
Growth  +7444.7%
Annual growth 6.3%

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928 Space Cruiser And Moonbase

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Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 338 / 4
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Growth  +10038.4%
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920-2 Rocket Launch Pad

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Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 186 / 3
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920-2 LEGO Rocket Launch Pad
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Growth  +4790.0%
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926 Command Center

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 173 / 4
Availability Retired
926 LEGO Command Center
Retail $24.99
Value $4,644.87
Growth  +18486.9%
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924 Space Transporter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 170 / 2
Availability Retired
924 LEGO Space Transporter
Retail $9.99
Value $693.78
Growth  +6844.7%
Annual growth 11.0%

918 One Man Space Ship

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 86 / 1
Availability Retired
918 LEGO One Man Space Ship
Retail $7.49
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Growth  +7727.1%
Annual growth 9.7%

452 Mobile Ground Tracking Station

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 76 / 1
Availability Retired
452 LEGO Mobile Ground Tracking Station
Retail $7.49
Value $120.65
Growth  +1510.8%
Annual growth 6.1%

894 Mobile Ground Tracking Station

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 76 / 1
Availability Retired
894 LEGO Mobile Ground Tracking Station
Retail $7.49
Value $589.53
Growth  +7770.9%
Annual growth 6.5%

442 Space Shuttle

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1
Availability Retired
442 LEGO Space Shuttle
Retail $3.49
Value $472.10
Growth  +13427.2%
Annual growth 11.0%

891 Two Seater Space Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 39 / 1
Availability Retired
891 LEGO Two Seater Space Scooter
Retail $3.49
Value $377.32
Growth  +10711.5%
Annual growth 10.4%

889 Radar Truck

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 29 / 1
Availability Retired
889 LEGO Radar Truck
Retail $3.49
Value $245.00
Growth  +6920.1%
Annual growth 7.0%

885 Space Scooter

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 20 / 1
Availability Retired
885 LEGO Space Scooter
Retail $2.99
Value $186.06
Growth  +6122.7%
Annual growth 9.1%

886 Astro Car

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces / Minifigs 20 / 1
Availability Retired
886 LEGO Astro Car
Retail $1.99
Value $207.42
Growth  +10323.1%
Annual growth 7.2%

305 Two Crater Plates

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces 2
Availability Retired
305 LEGO Two Crater Plates
Retail $6.49
Value $89.99
Growth  +1286.6%
Annual growth 5.8%

306 Two Lunar Landing Plates

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces 2
Availability Retired
306 LEGO Two Lunar Landing Plates
Retail $4.99
Value $85.47
Growth  +1612.8%
Annual growth 3.2%

453 Two Crater Plates

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces 2
Availability Retired
453 LEGO Two Crater Plates
Retail $6.49
Value $58.06
Growth  +794.6%
Annual growth 4.8%

454 Two Lunar Landing Plates

Theme / Subtheme Space / Classic
Year 1979
Pieces 2
Availability Retired
454 LEGO Two Lunar Landing Plates
Retail $4.99
Value $56.20
Growth  +1026.3%
Annual growth 3.2%

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Mobile Rocket Launcher Reviews

31 reviews
4.9
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Brickset
“Lego should make more sets like these today. Lego Space was huge for the Lego Company and this is the reason why. This rocket launcher is very cool because it tips up and it is ready to launch. 5 out of 5 for a good set.”
Full review at brickset.com
“So, this is a great set to start with if you’re looking into collecting Classic Space sets. You get a good looking vehicle that stands out and is a necessity to any space theme, and 2 great, iconic minifigs. As for the rocket, I think it looks great! It has a detachable... More satellite which can be placed on the transporter or the tip of the rocket, which itself can move up and down.”
Full review at aminoapps.com

About Space Classic

The LEGO Classic Space was introduced in 1978 and was the first space theme. It features sets with peaceful space explorers with no enemies unlike other LEGO space sets. There were 5 astronaut minifigures the wore the same suites but in various colors including blue, red, white, yellow and black.

Classic consists of 90 sets that ran from 1978 to 2015. As of today, 926 Command Center is the most valuable Classic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $4,645.
Summary
Space Classic Mobile Rocket Launcher set 897 was released in April 1979, retailing for $7, but has since been retired. New, unopened Mobile Rocket Launcher sets are valued at $563, while used sets can be found for $23 in good condition.
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