42227 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

[damian_kane_iv]

This is a slight downgrade from the earlier Jeep Wrangler set to me. I like the little details like plaid seats, a rubber duck, and surf board, but the suspension looks awkward and out of proportion and they should have used Bronco tires instead. It would have been nice if they made more use of those tiny new suspension links introduced in the Bronco set though

I'm puzzled why they don't make a 1:12 or 1:10 Jeep or Bronco set at this point. This is coming from someone firmly based in the USA, but both vehicles are much more popular here than the G500, and I feel like the Jeep could be even more successful than that Ford Raptor model from long ago. 

Edited December 8, 2025 by damian_kane_iv

[gyenesvi]

16 minutes ago, damian_kane_iv said:

I'm puzzled why they don't make a 1:12 or 1:10 Jeep or Bronco set at this point.

I totally agree, not sure why we needed another Jeep on the same scale. I mean I like last year's Bronco's trend, a few more offroaders can fit in the same line, but I wouldn't have expected a Jeep next, which did already exist.

[Maaboo the Witch]

The only advantage this set seems to have over the previous version is the piston engine. No doors, no folding seat, and the steering is a bit of a step back as well. Using the spare wheel looks much less comfortable than the previous HOG gear.

[Auroralampinen]

More pictures :). 

[Auroralampinen]

Here is the V6 engine:). 

Here is one more new picture :). 

[Zerobricks]

So the front axle is pendular and free to swing, while the rear uses a ball joint to emulate a live axle suppored by two soft shock absorbers. The rear also drives the fake V6 and the spare wheel steers the front wheels. Seems like a good compromise in this small scale and an improvement of both the previous version and the Bronco, since at least one axle is now properly suspended.

[Bartybum]

1 hour ago, Zerobricks said:

an improvement of both the previous version and the Bronco

In regards to suspension I'm not sure I'd agree that it's an improvement over the Bronco. It's just incomplete in a different way.

[SNIPE]

Here is a spee-dbuild review

 

Edited February 20 by SNIPE

[Ngoc Nguyen]

All I see are new Turquoise parts that I can use in my MOC yay!

Other than that, not really impressed.

[Maaboo the Witch]

I'm still not a fan of that steering system. It looks supremely awkward.

[1gor]

It seems indeed that there are 4.5 axles at the rear...

...lots of flip flop beams used in interesting way...

[Timewhatistime]

For the moment, I will set aside my complaints about colour vomit in principle... but I really wonder who decided to combine teal parts and green parts in the same set for absolutely no reason. 

[Jundis]

22 minutes ago, 1gor said:

It seems indeed that there are 4.5 axles at the rear...

It is! At 2:00 in the parts list it's the only part in tan colour and a 4.5 next to it to distinguish it from the 5.5 in DBG. Will be useful indeed.

Other than that the chassis looks way more sturdy than the flabby Bronco.

[Auroralampinen]

Here is racingbrick's review:). 

 

[SNIPE]

So they basically made it worse than the bronco function wise.

[Jundis]

More like a trade-off: Better rear suspension but worse front-suspension :D

[Maaboo the Witch]

Oh right, it doesn't have a winch either.

[kbalage]

But it has 100% more duck!

[Maaboo the Witch]

Yay.

[Auroralampinen]

9 hours ago, Jundis said:

More like a trade-off: Better rear suspension but worse front-suspension :D

Yeah in 2013 the 42005 had a full suspension 4x4 steering, thought no drivetrain. But it had a B model:). 

Why after 13 years of developement we cannot have proper front and rear suspension, like the 42005 had:/. 

And interestingly the 42005 achieved all of these functions with only 329pcs. While the new off roaders uses over 700pcs:/.

 

 

Edited February 24 by Auroralampinen

[gyenesvi]

Finally, the rear suspension is getting more realistic, even though the springs are again placed in the trunk, and I'm not a fan of the rear end of the chassis build either, quite hackish. They completely butchered the proportions as a Wrangler, but it would be a cool one if it was a non-licensed off-roader.

[Paul B Technic]

Review: LEGO Technic Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon SUV 42227

 

The LEGO Technic Jeep Wrangler Rubicon SUV 42227 is one of those Technic sets that doesn’t try to be huge or overly complicated, but still manages to deliver a genuinely enjoyable build. For AFOLs used to large multi-day builds, this one is refreshingly quick, I had it together in about two hours, yet it never feels dull or overly simplified.

The colour scheme deserves a special mention. The teal and orange combination really pops. It’s bold, a little unconventional for Technic, but it works surprisingly well. Once finished, the model stands out immediately on the shelf and feels far more vibrant than the usual red, yellow, or grey Technic vehicles.

Mechanically, it’s simple but satisfying. The drivetrain powers a small inline engine through the differential, and everything spins smoothly when the vehicle rolls. The rear Hand of God steering works nicely and feels precise, while the suspension gives the model a bit of realism when driving it around. None of the mechanisms are groundbreaking, but they’re solid, reliable, and fun to interact with.

Of course, it’s impossible not to compare it with the earlier LEGO Technic Jeep Wrangler 42122. The older version had a more traditional Wrangler look, while this one takes a slightly different stylistic direction. Personally, I don’t see one replacing the other, they simply occupy different niches in the Technic ecosystem. One leans more toward classic styling, while the other feels more like a modern Technic interpretation.

Where this set may really shine for AFOLs is as a parts pack and C-model base. The structure is solid, the scale is practical, and there are enough useful pieces to make it a good starting point for alternate builds or modifications.

Overall:
This isn’t a flagship Technic monster, and it doesn’t try to be. Instead, it’s a colourful, well-engineered small Technic vehicle that’s genuinely fun to build and play with. For AFOLs looking for a quick, satisfying build with good modification potential, it’s well worth picking up. it Is a fun, vibrant Technic set that punches above its size and makes an excellent starting point for C-model creativity.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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