syclone Posted April 10, 2016 (edited) Hello everybody! This is my first try to make a review, I hope you will like how I did it. Series: Technic Year: 2013 2H No: 42008 Pcs: 1276 PPP: 0,08€ Model B: Crane Truck with Semi-Trailer Model Weight:1100g Set weight: 1961g Instructions: 3 booklets , 100 steps Price: 114€ Parts list: -Bricklink -Rebrickable Packaging: It comes in a large box (47.5 x 37.5 x 9 cm)with dark background typical for technic sets. Inside you will find 17 unnumbered bags: 16 with pieces 1 with instructions and stickers Instructions: On back of the first and third booklets there is publicity, the second one ends with building step . On the last page there are some of the 2013 sets Parts: No exclusive parts in this one, athough it has exclusive and rare colors.Also includes new parts for 2013 Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick - exclusive Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick - rare(2 sets) Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick - rare (3 sets) Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick - rare (3 sets) Technic Fairing # 1 Small Smooth Short, Side A - rare (2 sets) Technic Fairing # 2 Small Smooth Short, Side B - rare (2 sets) Technic, Panel Fairing #21 Very Small Smooth, Side B - rare (2 sets) Technic, Panel Fairing #22 Very Small Smooth, Side A - rare (2 sets) Pneumatic Pump 1 x 6 - rare (2 sets) Technic Gear 8 Tooth [Reinforced] - New for 2013 Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thin with Axle Holes on Ends - New for 2013 Model It is large model with a lot of green and a tow crane at the back. Because of the color this model hits your sight instantly. Has a detailed interior and a lot of stickers. Functions: Steering - front two axles with different steering angles Opening doors - because the rear view mirrors are fixed to the roof , the drive should down the window before opening the door. Motorized functions: M-motor power a distribuition gearbox which has two levers o either side of the truck. Here is a page from instructions which shows what every lever does: First function : Rear stabilizers Works very smooth, and at decent speed .Powered by two mLAs Second function: Winch Has a lever that prevents it from unrolling and also has a clutch gear that keeps the motor from struggling. Pay attention to which way you switch the battery box to turn on the motor, as it should be powered in only one direction: unwinding the winch is done manually Third function: Rear boom lift Works at decent speed and probably lifts more than you will ever need to tow a vehicle. Power by a single LA. The next function is a single 6l compressor which powers two pneumatic switches. A: Wheel lift It uses one small cylinder and works good. B: Telescopic crane arm Nice add-on to the boom and uses a clever lever mechanism with another small cylinder. Ratings: Looks - 9/10 Nicely done set, the crane looks crude.The stickers are for looks ,the model can live without them. Functions - 8/10 Almost perfect - non-controllable pneumatics (you can't stop it half-way for example); one way winch Parts - 9/10 Main color is rare in the Technic line Value - 10/10 At PPP standing at 0,08€ you can't complain Total- 9/10 Very nice set , great parts pack I hope you enjoyed my first review ,feel free to post your thoughs about the model and the review Edited April 10, 2016 by LXF Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alasdair Ryan Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) Nice little review,I got this set too and I am using it as a parts pack. I can't believe how this set was released in 2013....time flys. Edited April 11, 2016 by Alasdair Ryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul B Technic Posted April 11, 2016 Great review, I also ended up using it as a parts pack... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Askan Posted April 11, 2016 Nice review. I really like this set as it was the first modern technic set I built and it brought me back into Lego. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gelloco Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) Nice little review,I got this set too and I am using it as a parts pack. Edited April 11, 2016 by gelloco Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wesyr Posted April 11, 2016 Very nice review. Good job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Didumos69 Posted April 11, 2016 Complete and to-the-point review. Enough to decide whether to buy this set or not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kolbjha Posted April 11, 2016 Very nice review! It's a fine model, and a great parts pack. Was this the first to feature both pneumatics and LAs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
syclone Posted April 11, 2016 Nice little review,I got this set too and I am using it as a parts pack. I can't believe how this set was released in 2013....time flys. Great review, I also ended up using it as a parts pack... Nice review. I really like this set as it was the first modern technic set I built and it brought me back into Lego. Nice little review,I got this set too and I am using it as a parts pack. Very nice review. Good job! Complete and to-the-point review. Enough to decide whether to buy this set or not. Very nice review! It's a fine model, and a great parts pack. Was this the first to feature both pneumatics and LAs? Thank you all for nice words!@kolbjha - As far as I know it is . Nice point ,will add it to the review ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonfensu Posted April 12, 2016 Simple but great review. I have mixed feelings with the set. Good parts pack,(Pneumatics + PF + LAs = win-win) but the color scheme is disgusting. The regular green is dull (I really prefer the bright green of 42039) and it's a bit hard to combine with other colors. About the concept of the set, is cool to see many functions in a small size, but finish of the truck is a bit boxy. Just my opinion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Killermike Posted April 29, 2016 Great review; I have this still in the box, but I don't know if I will ever build it. Like a lot of others, I may end up just using it as a parts pack however. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mantarri Posted May 8, 2016 (edited) I'm hoping to get this set for a parts pack, as the main model is meh, but it has pneumatics, LAs, and PF, so . Not anymore, Merceds-Benz Arocs 42043 FTW! Edited December 15, 2016 by XtremeBuilder Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
