Explore the Future – LEGO Technic Space Sets Slated for March 2024!

Just before the end of the previous year, the LEGO Group revealed that we will see more Space-themed sets in 2024. This latest venture with NASA promises an array of groundbreaking LEGO Technic Space sets inspired by the recent developments in space exploration, and are now beautifully rendered in LEGO bricks and pieces. Here’s an exclusive look at each of these upcoming LEGO Technic Space sets, detailing their features, price points, and anticipated release dates.

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Groundbreaking LEGO Technic Space Sets Inspire Us to Look Upwards and Forwards

LEGO Technic Space Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178)

435 pieces | $34.99 | Coming Soon on March 1, 2024

Prepare for liftoff with the LEGO Technic Space Surface Space Loader LT78, designed to ignite the imagination of young space explorers aged eight and above.

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Inspire kids aged 8+ to adventure into outer space with the LEGO® Technic Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178) set. It makes a great gift for boys and girls who love space toys and construction vehicles.

This space exploration toy is packed with realistic details inspired by cutting-edge space engineering designs. Kids can steer the loader and raise the cabin before using the crane to pick up and move the cargo. This set also features a special space air-lock element so kids can connect other compatible space LEGO sets (sold separately) for even more space adventures.

LEGO Technic Space Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit (42179)

526 pieces | $74.99 | Coming Soon on March 1, 2024

Behold the majesty of Earth and its lunar companion with the LEGO Technic Space Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit set, featuring a captivating display of celestial mechanics.

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Curious kids aged 10+ will love learning more about our solar system with this LEGO® Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit (42179) space toy set for kids. The interactive set makes it easy to understand different concepts like the orbit of the Earth and the Moon, the Earth’s gravitational pull and how the rotations affect the seasons. Cool features include a crankshaft that boys and girls can turn to create the rotations. There are also printed months and moon phases to show the progress of the Earth, Sun and Moon throughout the year. This set makes a great gift for kids who love planet toys. Check out more space gifts (sold separately) in the LEGO Technic range.

LEGO Technic building toys for kids include true-to-life details that introduce young LEGO builders to engineering through imaginative play. Give your youngster an easy and intuitive building adventure with the LEGO Builder app, where they can zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save sets and track their progress.

LEGO Technic Space Mars Crew Exploration Rover (42180)

1,599 pieces | $149.99 | Coming Soon on March 1, 2024

Delve into the mysteries of Mars with the LEGO Technic Space Mars Crew Exploration Rover – an awe-inspiring set comprising 1,599 pieces. Crafted for aspiring astronauts aged 11 and above, this kit promises an immersive building experience, coupled with thrilling space exploration adventures.

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Inspire kids to learn more about missions to Mars with the LEGO® Technic Mars Crew Exploration Rover playset (42180) for boys and girls aged 11+ who love space toys. This detailed Mars Rover toy set is packed with realistic features for young explorers. The model expands to reveal the truck bed, and kids can test out the suspension as they steer the rover into position. Next, they can use the crane to lift the robot rover, tools and fuel reactor. The crew’s living quarters include seating, a shower, toilet, treadmill and fridge. There’s an elevator function, plus recycling and sample containers and gas and water canisters.

This set features a special space air-lock element so kids can connect other compatible space-themed LEGO sets (sold separately) for even more space adventures. Kids enjoy an intuitive building adventure with the LEGO Builder app, where they can zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save sets and track their progress.

LEGO Technic Space VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 (42181)

1,365 pieces | $109.99 | Coming Soon on March 1, 2024

Embark on a journey to the stars with the **LEGO Technic Space** VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81, boasting 1365 intricately crafted pieces that bring futuristic space travel to life.

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Space enthusiasts can enjoy a build to remember with the LEGO® Technic VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 (42181) for kids aged 10+ who love space plane toys. This futuristic spaceship vehicle toy model has lots to ignite curiosity as kids play out exciting cargo transport missions on distant planets.

The set is packed with cool features including gears that rotate the engines, extend and retract the landing gear, and lower the claw to grab the cargo pod loaded with a mini space rover. There’s even a top handle so young space fans can swoop this futuristic spaceship around the room as they play.

To take space adventures to the next dimension, this set also includes a special space air-lock element to connect to other compatible space-themed LEGO playsets (sold separately). With the LEGO Builder App, kids can zoom in and rotate models in 3D as they build, save sets, and track their progress.

Experience the Future with LEGO Technic Space

On March 1, 2024, these groundbreaking LEGO Technic Space sets will launch into your local LEGO Stores and online. Stay tuned for more updates!

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