syy89 Posted July 10, 2014 Makes 8275 dozer look small Nice! If you have any of the past few Technic flagships, could you place it next to them to see how it sizes up to those? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheItalianBrick Posted July 10, 2014 Just ordered the new loader @ valuebrick.at for 169 Euro. Let's see if it's a good deal. you can order only one Set. Special offer price til 31 August. Apparently they don't ship to UK......anybody knows if it's true or if there a way get the sets shipped in UK?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superkalle Posted July 10, 2014 The b-model instructions are up now: http://www.lego.com/en-us/technic/products/new/42030-remote-controlled-volvo-l350f-wheel-loader/b Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pbat Posted July 19, 2014 I made an LDD version of the A-model over in this thread: Have a look and enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
-WINNER- Posted July 23, 2014 Will 42030 sell in Russia? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Traktor Posted August 2, 2014 I just opened mine, and it did not contain 2v receivers either. So I have sent a request to LEGO to get what i have paid for. Even though 1v might work just fine in this model, the graphics on the box clearly states that you will get 2v, so this just is not good enough LEGO. If this is the case for the whole first production LEGO might have screwed up big time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bricktrain Posted August 2, 2014 Jim has posted about the receivers already Let's keep this thread about the Volvo. Please start a different topic about instructions for B-models On a more important matter; I had mail conversation with the Technic Team today, after they had noticed the discussion about the V1 vs. V2 receiver, and wanted to let us in the fan community know a bit more what happened. Let me try to summarize the discussion: Apparently, the V2 IR Receiver was developed for use in the 9398 4X4 Crawler. The 4X4 Crawler Power Functions set-up (two L motors for driving and one Servo motor for steering on one IR Receiver) has some specific needs to make the model perform the way it does. That is why the V2 Receiver was developed. The 40030 Volvo Wheel loader has a different Power Functions set-up (four motors on two receivers) and for different reasons (e.g. different motor characteristics, different drive train in the model, model play experience etc.) this set-up is more suited for the “V1” IR Receiver. From what I could understand, the model will not perform well with the V2 Receiver! The only visual difference between the “V1” and V2 Receivers are the printed “V2” on the receiver. When developing the packaging TLG simply put the wrong pictures on the box – it should have been pictures of the “V1” Receiver, as this is what is in the model. I was told that they are now correcting this error, so that all boxes going forward will be correct! Hope this clarifies things a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jantjeuh Posted August 2, 2014 I just opened mine, and it did not contain 2v receivers either. So I have sent a request to LEGO to get what i have paid for. Even though 1v might work just fine in this model, the graphics on the box clearly states that you will get 2v, so this just is not good enough LEGO. If this is the case for the whole first production LEGO might have screwed up big time. They made an error in putting the wrong pictures on the box, that's all. V2 receivers aren't that great with M motors anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorfri2 Posted August 2, 2014 1300 danish kr. price right now .. later 2000 :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nalyd997 Posted August 3, 2014 The only thing I have against this set is the price to parts ratio, otherwise I would just buy it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bricktrain Posted August 3, 2014 For NZ buyers it is cheaper to buy from BL and pay shipping,it will still save about 20% on S@H prices. I think that with the PF pieces it is on a par with all the other sets for price. Just a pity us down under get crippled on prices they want us to pay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rollermonkey Posted August 3, 2014 ^That's crazy that TLG would price them that far out of reality down there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bricktrain Posted August 3, 2014 Price you pay for living in Heaven Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Traktor Posted August 3, 2014 ^That's crazy that TLG would price them that far out of reality down there. In Norway it costs even more, 2400 kr converts to 382 US dollars or 450 NZ dollar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorfri2 Posted August 3, 2014 http://www.bilka.dk/boern-og-baby/legetoej/legetoej/lego/42030-lego-technic-fjernstyret-volvo-l350f-hjullaesser/p/100135803?point=2&event=%26amp%3btext%3dlego&pp= Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
captainmib Posted August 3, 2014 That's a nice price (€ 175) in Denmark. Do they ship to the Netherlands? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorfri2 Posted August 3, 2014 I dont think so :( i just collected mine yesterday at the store :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropship Posted August 3, 2014 (edited) The fact that lego did not correct the box is quite sad, because the error was pointed out at least few times by the community. I wonder if they did even read the reviews, since all pointed out this error. Anyway, it's a nice set, but not an incredible set I would say. Although I think it will be hard to beat 8043 excavator, which is basically 1 big gearbox on threads :-) What I really dislike about the set is that the battery pack cannot be easily removed; you take it out with whole bumper. If you have few sets, but just 6 batteries, it is hard to move them - usually I would just exchange the battery box, but with 42030 it is not convenient. Anyway, here are few pictures where you can compare it to other sets. It is visibly bigger than 8043 or 42006; in fact 8043 looks like a compact excavator near it. Edited August 3, 2014 by dropship Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Freekysch Posted August 4, 2014 Looks great beside 8275 and 8043. The more i see it, the more i want it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conchas Posted August 4, 2014 Later than usual, but here it is my review for this set. http://www.technicbricks.com/2014/08/42030-Review.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
talos Posted August 4, 2014 I just finished assembly of mine, it took about 2 days, with constant interruptions. I am really happy with how it turned out. The jerky steering was a worry, but I found if you keep it moving before hitting the steering control, its not that big of a deal looks pretty smooth, need to learn to plan the path ahead, so can steer on the move. It is weird how the extra parts I ended up with are exactly the same as in the review. I always thought there was some randomness about it...I also thought I might of left a black pin out somewhere, I found it sitting where it shouldn't of been after one of my innumerable interruptions..but I have the same number left over...whew...LOL. Now I need to go clean off the tires, after a couple complete circuits of the house, I realize I need to vacuum up the pet hair...arghh. I did a test too, it kept going about 5 feet out of my view into another room before it stopped, that seems pretty good for the IR functionality... Mine is also V1, far as I can tell.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
therealjustin Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) Moved to the official 42030 thread. Edited August 5, 2014 by therealjustin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted August 5, 2014 Later than usual, but here it is my review for this set. As usual you have written a great review! I like the fact you have expanded the review with pros, cons and more judging criteria. Nice video too. I really like your work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conchas Posted August 5, 2014 Thanks Jim! It is amazing how we all find different details to highlight in our reviews, always! Keep the good work too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
