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TECHNIC is a LEGO theme primarily based on creating model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams and connectors. The theme is designed for ages 9 and up, and was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977. In 1984 it was renamed as "TECHNIC".
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History [ edit ]
Pre-TECHNIC [ edit ]
TECHNIC did not introduce gears or cross axles. The first gears were introduced in 1965 and were available only in North America as they were manufactured under license by Samsonite. [1] They had round holes in the centre, as the cross axle did not exist.
LEGO released the first European gears in 1970. [2] At the same time, cross axles and bushes were introduced, which are still used in TECHNIC sets today. The first universal joint also appeared around this time.
The gears before TECHNIC are much larger and incompatible with those introduced with the TECHNIC theme.
TECHNIC [ edit ]
The TECHNIC theme is characterized by the presence of TECHNIC bricks, axles, gears, connector pegs, and many other parts rarely seen in typical LEGO System sets. TECHNIC is still currently an active theme, and is one of the longest-lasting themes in LEGO history.
In recent years, System sets have begun to adopt previously TECHNIC-exclusive parts, particularly in Exclusives and Star Wars sets. Many modern sets, including TECHNIC sets themselves, blur the distinction between the two systems to a considerable degree.
Mindstorms, a LEGO line of robotic products, also uses a large number of TECHNIC pieces, although it is sold as a separate line of products. Both the Mindstorms NXT (August 2006) and EV3 (2013) are based on the stud-less construction method.
Components [ edit ]
The major parts in LEGO TECHNIC are listed below:
- Beams - Beams are long blocks with rows of round holes. All beams are one stud wide, but they can have varying lengths. They constitute the basic structure of the TECHNIC system. Before 2000, the TECHNIC system used TECHNIC bricks, essentially standard bricks with holes along the sides. Beams are part of "studless construction", which allows TECHNIC models to be more compact. They have rounded edges and no studs.
- Pegs - Pegs are small cylindrical pieces that latch into holes in beams. The two most common types of pegs are called connector pegs, which join two beams together. Black or blue connector pegs hold the two beams together stiffly, while grey or tan connector pegs form loose hinges. Pegs have also been seen in System sets.
- Axles - Axles, sometimes known as cross axles, are cross-shaped rods. They are most often used in rotating parts. When inserted into beam holes, they can turn freely. Like beams, axles are measured in stud lengths; axles with even lengths are colored black, and axles with odd lengths are colored grey. There are some specialty axles that are colored differently.
- Gears - Gears are flat cylinders with holes in the center; most have teeth around the edges. A large majority of gears can fit snugly onto axles. When used with rubber bands or strings, some gears can form pulleys. Most of the modern gears are one stud wide and have peg holes in them.
Other components [ edit ]
- Rubber bands - Rubber bands can have various uses in TECHNIC sets. They can be used for pulleys by connecting two pulley wheels, and can form tire treads if one loops a small rubber band around a single large wheel.
- Pneumatic - This system mimics real-life pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems by using compressed air to move linear actuators.
- Springs - Springs are used for shock absorbers and suspension.
- String - String is used for cranes and winches.
- Decoration - Decorative elements, e.g. panels, stickers, are used to decorate a model or label controls.
Motors [ edit ]
TECHNIC has always had a variety of different electric motors. Some are connected via built-in batteries, others use connected battery boxes, and still others run on mainly electricity using a transformer. Most modern sets use batteries.
Early TECHNIC motors used the standard 4.5V system, interchangeable with the Trains theme and consisted of a large brick with a small protruding axle. When the motor is activated, the axle rotates. From 1990 onward, this was changed to the 9V system in line with other LEGO themes. The output rotation has a high RPM, but low torque, so it cannot be used to turn heavy objects without additional gears. Later motors contained a hole into which an axle of any length can be inserted.
In late 2007, a new motor system was released. It was named Power Functions, and was first used in the set 8275 Motorized Bulldozer. The system consisted of a set of motors, two infrared receivers, a battery box, and an infrared remote control. One receiver would connect to the battery box, and the other would connect to the motors.
TECHNIC Figures [ edit ]
TECHNIC Figures were a form of minifigure that were used in some TECHNIC sets ranging from the mid 1980's to 2001. They mainly appear in the Arctic Action and Competition themes. TECHNIC figures were much larger than conventional minifigures, and had more joints. These were similar to Belville Figures.
TECHNIC along with System is one of The LEGO Company's main lines. It is based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams and connectors to create details more accurately and smoothly. The theme is primarily designed for ages 9 and up, and was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, although in certain markets (such as the United Kingdom) they were marketed as Technical Sets. The theme was renamed as "TECHNIC" in 1984 and briefly introduced a new kind of figure, the TECHNIC Figure. Most Technic themes are now discontinued. A new type of constraction figure called Ultrabuild was released in 2013. Modern minifigures have never apeared in a TECHNIC set.
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History
The TECHNIC theme is characterized by the presence of axles, gears, connector pegs, and many other parts rarely seen in typical LEGO System sets. TECHNIC is still currently an active theme and is one of the longest-lasting themes in LEGO history.
Almost all TECHNIC sets are vehicles, and thus use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces. Computerised elements first appeared in 1990.
An example of a Technic Figure.
In recent years, System sets have begun to adopt previously TECHNIC-exclusive parts, particularly in the Exclusives and Star Wars sets. Many modern sets, including TECHNIC sets themselves, blur the distinction between the two systems considerably.
An example of a original TECHNIC set.
Mindstorms, a LEGO line of robotic products, uses an enormous number of TECHNIC pieces, although it is sold as a separate line of products. The next generation of the Mindstorms range, "Mindstorms NXT" (released in August 2006), is based on TECHNIC's stud-less construction method.
Components
The four basic TECHNIC components.
New (left) and old (right) TECHNIC beams.
The major parts in LEGO TECHNIC are listed below:
- Beams - Beams are long blocks with rows of round holes. All beams are one stud wide, but they can have varying lengths. They constitute the basic structure of the TECHNIC system. Before 2000, TECHNIC beams had studs like ordinary bricks, while modern sets have rounded edges and no studs (officially known as "studless construction").
- Pegs - Pegs are small cylindrical pieces that latch into holes in beams. The two most common types of pegs are called connector pegs, which join two beams together. Black or blue connector pegs hold the two beams together stiffly, while grey or tan connector pegs form loose hinges. Pegs have also been seen in System sets.
- Axles - Axles, sometimes known as cross axles, are cross-shaped rods. They are most often used in rotating parts. When inserted into beam holes, they can turn freely. Like beams, axles are measured in stud lengths; axles with even lengths are colored black, and axles with odd lengths are colored grey. There are some specialty axles that are colored differently.
- Gears - Gears are flat cylinders with holes in the center; most have teeth around the edges. A large majority of gears can fit snugly onto axles. When used with rubber bands or strings, some gears can form pulleys. Most of the modern gears are one stud wide and have peg holes in them.
Other components
- Rubber bands - Rubber bands can have various uses in TECHNIC sets. They can be used for pulleys by connecting two pulley wheels and can form tire treads if one loops a small rubber band around a single large wheel.
- Pneumatic - This system mimics real-life pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems by using compressed air to move linear actuators.
- Springs - Springs are used for shock absorbers and suspension.
- String - String is used for cranes and winches.
- Decoration - Decorative elements, e.g., stickers, are used to decorate a model or label controls.
Motors
The logo accompanying a set.
A 2001 Bionicle poster, with the Technic logo at the bottom.
TECHNIC has always had a massive variety of electric motors. Some are connected via built-in batteries, others use connected battery boxes, and still others run on mainly electricity using a transformer. Most modern sets use batteries.
Early TECHNIC motors used the standard 4.5V system, interchangeable with the Trains theme and consisted of a large brick with a small protruding axle. When the motor is activated, the axle rotates. From 1990 onward, this was changed to the 9V system in line with other LEGO themes. The output rotation has a high RPM, but low torque, so it cannot be used to turn heavy objects without additional gears. Later motors contained a hole into which an axle of any length can be inserted in.
In late 2007, a new motor system was released. It was called Power Functions and was first used in the set 8275 Motorized Bulldozer. The system consisted of a set of motors, two infrared receivers, a battery box, and an infrared remote control. One receiver would connect to the battery box, and the other would connect to the motors.
In 2018, Lego introduced the Powered Up motor system (known as CONTROL+ in Technic sets). This successor to Power Functions features hubs that connect with an app through Bluetooth to program and control the motors.
TECHNIC Figures
TECHNIC Figures were a form of minifigure that were used in some TECHNIC sets ranging from the mid 1986 to 2001. They mainly appear in the Arctic Action and Competition themes. TECHNIC figures were much larger than conventional minifigures and had more joints. These were similar to Belville Figures.
Lego Technic sets were first introduced in 1977, and they have been a hit with builders of all ages ever since.
I personally received my first Technic set when I was 10 years old. I thoroughly enjoyed working on fitting all of the gears, wheels, and plates together. Technic sets can be a lot more challenging to build than regular Lego sets, but in my opinion, they are definitely worth the effort!
Whether you are an avid Technic builder yourself or are looking to inspire another up-and-coming builder, please enjoy the photo gallery below where you will find all of the Lego Technic sets of 1,000+ pieces or more from the last decade.
- Into farming? Check out the Combine Harvester and Tractor with Trailer.
- Like construction equipment? Check out the Bulldozer and Excavator.
- Fascinated by fast cars? Check out the 24 Hours Race Car and Super Car.
Whatever you are into, there is literally something for everyone with the large Lego Technic building sets. (All sets are listed by date—newest to oldest). Enjoy!
Volvo EW160E
The Lego Volvo EW160E (42053) was released in 2016 and contains 1,166 pieces.
CLAAS XERION 5000 Trac VC 7
The Lego CLASS Xerion 5000 Trac VC 7 (42054) was released in 2016 and contains 1,977 pieces.
Bucket Wheel Excavator 25
The Lego Bucket Wheel Excavator 25 (42055) was released in 2016 and contains 3,927 pieces. (This is the largest Lego Technic set ever released!)
Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The Lego Porsche 911 GT3 RS (42056) was released in 2016 and contains 2,704 pieces.
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. Here are the most valuable LEGO TECHNIC sets from 2000 until recently.
8458 Silver Champion
42056 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
8457 Power Puller
The tractor pulls a sled which becomes progressively more difficult to pull, mimicking the behavior of actual tractors in a tractor pulling event.
8275 Motorized Bulldozer
This set was the first to include the LEGO Power Functions system unveiled in 2007. It includes a Power Functions remote control, two receivers, a battery box, two motors, and two XL motors. The two XL motors together supply the torque to drive the b
8285 Tow Truck
The primary model is a pneumatic tow truck and can be rebuilt into a flatbed truck as an alternate model.
8466 4X4 Off-Roader
8043 Motorized Excavator
8258 Crane Truck
8455 Back-Hoe
8421 Mobile Crane
8109 Flatbed Truck
41999 4x4 Crawler Exclusive Edition
42055 Bucket Wheel Excavator
When initially released, at close to 4000 pieces the massive Bucket Wheel Excavator is LEGO's biggest Technic set to date.
42100 Liebherr R 9800
The set model is based on the Liebherr R 9800, a mining excavator and the biggest hydraulic excavator in the world and was developed in partnership with Liebherr-Mining Equipment Colmar SAS in France
8464 Pneumatic Front-End Loader
42009 Mobile Crane MK II
42082 Rough Terrain Crane
This vehicle is a rather compact 4- or 6-wheel mobile crane with a telescopic boom suitable for work in stiff terrain, where jobsite flexibility is valued. The whole thing is powered by a large motor and battery box, these are from the original Power
8438 Pneumatic Crane Truck
42043 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245
8439 Front End Loader
The set is a release of sets 8459-1 and then released again as set 8464-1. The only major difference was the packaging as the model is the same.
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Land Rover Defender
Porsche 911 RSR
Lamborghini Sian FKP 37
Гоночный автомобиль Top Gear на управлении
Экстремальный внедорожник 4х4
Набор с мотором Power Functions
Фронтальный погрузчик
Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey
Bugatti Chiron
Экскаватор LIEBHERR R 9800
Dodge Charger Доминика Торетто
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Ford F-150 Raptor
Экстремальные приключения
Исследователь океана
Спасательный вертолёт
Мотоцикл для трюков
Сверхзвуковой истребитель
Моторная лодка
Шоу трюков на грузовиках и мотоциклах
Подъёмный кран для пересечённой местности
Гоночный автомобиль
Мобильный кран
Автовоз
Лесозаготовительная машина
Бетономешалка
Трюковой грузовик
Служба быстрого реагирования
Гоночный автомобиль
Гоночная яхта
BMW M 1000 RR
Гоночный автомобиль McLaren Formula 1
Квадроцикл
Monster Jam™ El Toro Loco™
Бэтмен: Бэтмобиль
Грузовик Mack Anthem
Мостовой кран
Полноприводный грузовик-внедорожник Mercedes-Benz Zetros
VOLVO колёсный погрузчик ZEUX
Тюнингованный пикап
Драгстер
Formula E® Porsche 99X Electric
Ford Mustang Shelby® GT500®
McLaren Senna GTR
Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245
Контейнеровоз
Роторный экскаватор
Ducati Panigale V4 R
Катамаран
Jeep Wrangler
Экскаватор Volvo EW 160E
Аварийный внедорожник 6х6
Тяжелый экскаватор
Драгстер
Дорожная техника
Полицейская погоня
Рекордсмен
Корабль на воздушной подушке
Контейнерный терминал
Красный гоночный автомобиль
Гусеничный кран
Телескопический погрузчик
Гоночный самолёт
Бульдозер
Сверхмощный вилочный погрузчик
Автомобиль спасательной службы
Спортбайк
Машина для побега
Пожарный самолёт
Зелёный гоночный автомобиль
Скоростной вездеход с дистанционным управлением
Гусеничный погрузчик
Приключения на BMW R 1200 GS
Сверхлёгкий вертолёт
Мотоцикл
Monster Jam™ Megalodon™
Грузовой эвакуатор
Спасательное судно на воздушной подушке
Трактор John Deere 9620R 4WD
Трактор Claas Xerion 5000 Trac VC
Машина-трансформер на дистанционном управлении
Грузовой самолет
Mini CLAAS XERION
Чемпион Гран При
Monster Jam Max D
Monster Jam Grave Digger
Арктический вездеход
Песочный Багги/Трактор
Автопогрузчик
Гоночный грузовик
Гоночный гидроплан
Внедорожник 4x4 Эксклюзивное издание
Лего Техник (Lego Technic)
Многие родители рано или поздно начинают замечать за своими детьми, что им невероятно интересен автотехнологический процесс. Детали подаренных машинок уже не разбросаны по всей квартире, а находятся на своих местах? Значит, самое время научить кроху автосборке. А поможет Вам в этом конструктор из серии Лего Техник.
Серия Лего Technic - это ярчайшее доказательство того, что фирма Lego шагает в ногу с техническим прогрессом, создавая новые качественные продукты, среди которых многие просто не имеют аналогов. Конструкторы Лего Техник рассчитаны для детишек от девяти лет, но все модели строительной и городской техники, представленные в этой серии, настолько точно повторяют оригинальный транспорт, что привлекают внимание даже взрослых любителей техники.
В уникальной серии Лего Technic представлены многофункциональные конструкторы, в состав которых входят две и больше моделей транспорта. Уникальность наборов Лего техник заключается в том, все игрушки являются точной копией настоящих машин не только по внешнему виду, но и функциональности: двери моделей Лего Техник открываются, колеса крутятся, а кузов грузовика откидывается.
Откройте для себя мир техники с серией Лего Technic
Конструкторы Лего Техник дают детишкам возможность самостоятельно собрать самую разнообразную авто-технику, окружающую нас в повседневной жизни. Ребенок сможет разобраться и понять, как устроены настоящие транспортные средства: самосвалы, бульдозеры, подъемные краны, вертолеты, гоночные автомобили, трактора и многое другое.
Каждый набор из серии Лего Technic имеет инструкцию по сборке той или иной модели, но в то же время у ребенка остается возможность для проявления фантазии. Ведь, иногда малыши способны создать такой транспорт, о котором создатели Лего Техник и подумать не могли. С помощью инструкций детишки разбираются с принципом действия и назначением определенных деталей, ну а дальше они могут импровизировать, придумывая с Лего Technic новые, оригинальные модели машин.
Все собранные модели являются игровыми и подвижными, к тому же, они оснащены пневматическими приводами и моторами Lego power function, что делает игру с ними еще более интересной.
Ваш ребенок может проворачивать подъемный кран, удерживающий красочные детали конструктора Лего, ковшом бульдозера разгребать завалы из строительных кубиков. А вертолет доставит Вам очередной груз в виде оригинального мотоцикла, собранного по Вашей схеме.
Надежность и безопасность конструкторов Лего Техник
При конструировании моделей создатели Technic позаботились и о безопасности Вашего ребенка. Все изделия изготовлены из безопасного и качественного пластика. Отметим, что конструкторы Лего бывают трех возрастных групп, каждая из которых состоит из кубиков разных размеров - самые большие для малышей, и более сложные, с огромным количеством мелких деталей, для детишек постарше. Чем старше ребенок, тем сложнее ребенок. Уровень сложности конструкторов в соответствии с возрастом детишек тщательно подбирают психологи. Воспитатели, инженеры и другие специалисты компании Лего. Для серии Лего Техник рекомендованный возраст 9-16 лет,
Наборы Техник - это отличный способ увлекательного времяпровождения для юных поклонников техники. Благодаря этим конструкторам у маленьких инженеров развивается абстрактное и логическое мышление, сообразительность, творческие способности, внимание и память.
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