Paul B Technic

Another one: https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/07/lego-technic-42147-c-model-wheel-loader.html

That is coming along really well.

When it comes to versatility and expandability, the LEGO Technic 42209 Volvo L120 Front End Loader offers a solid platform – but what if you want to push it even further? Enter the Multi Function Equipment Trailer (MFET) – an original rear-mounted attachment that transforms the L120 into a true workhorse. Designed for Function and Flexibility The MFET builds on my new standard rear quick hitch system, making it easy to connect and remove with no tools and minimal fuss. Built primarily with Technic beams and panels, it provides a flatbed trailer platform that is both visually cohesive and functionally strong. Key features include: Dual axle setup for strength and stability Low-slung deck with clean white and black tiling for a sleek industrial look Side-rail pin holes for tying down equipment or adding modular accessories Integrated toolbox at the front for simulated storage – a fun visual detail Why a Trailer? In real-world construction and agriculture, front loaders often tow trailers for moving materials, tools, and small machinery. With the MFET, your LEGO Volvo 42209 can now do the same. Whether you’re transporting mini MOCs, tools, or just building your construction diorama, the trailer adds a whole new layer of realism and roleplay. Expandability in Mind This is just the beginning. The MFET is designed to work alongside future modular attachments like: A tilting dump tray Flatbed crane insert Livestock gates or construction fencing As with all my builds, the MFET follows the theme of increased play value through modularity. https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/multi-function-equipment-trailer-mfet.html

Nice work and great progress.

That is a very clever idea, thanks for sharing it.

You have done an amazing job with this.

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Dozer Blade Attachment I have recently been working on designing and building a front mounted dozer blade attachment for Lego Technic 42209, Volvo L120 Electric Frontend Loader. I came up with the idea for this after seeing some construction work on a highway near my home. It is attached using my normal front quick mount attachment points, it can be both raised and lowered and the angle of the blade can also be changed, Overall it works well and allows me to push around loads, using the L120. https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/lego-technic-42209-mod-dozer-blade.html

C Model Review - https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/lego-technic-42147-c-model-review-hook.html

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Rear Tow Mount Attachment Recently I have been researching some different attachments for my LEGO Technic 42209 Volvo L120 Front End Loader. I have started to design some rear mounted attachments but firstly I needed to find a way to attach these to the L120. My goal was to build an attachment that required the least amount of changes to the standard L120 build (to make changing it back easier), while still providing a solid mounting point for my attachments and also looking good. After looking at a few options, I came up with the below. The only change from "standard" is replacing 2 x 2L pins black with 2 x 3L pins blue, as can be seen circled in red below. These allow the beams to be attached to the chassis. A couple of pins were also used to attached it to the bottom beam. This will allow me to build various attachments but also easily swap it back to "standard" if I want.

Well done, this has a huge amount of detail and I love how you have presented it.

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Lift and Carry Crane Attachment I have recently been working on designing and building a front mounted lift and carry crane attachment for Lego Technic 42209, Volvo L120 Electric Frontend Loader. I came up with the idea for this last night and after some research online, I built this today, it only took about half an hour. It is attached using my normal front quick mount attachment points. Overall it seems to work fairly well and allows me to pick up loads and driving around using the L120. I am impressed with how high it can lift items. Video - https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/lego-technic-42209-mod-lift-and-carry.html

That is coming along really well.

That is very cool.

It is awesome to follow your journey, you have grabbed some great deals.

Very cool build and excellent video, that really shows how well it works.

Great to see the progress on this, even if you don’t make the competition cut off, it would still be worth finishing it when you can.

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Loading Claw Attachment I have recently been working on designing and building a front mounted loading claw for Lego Technic 42209, Volvo L120 Electric Frontend Loader. Over the past couple of days, I have spent some time design and building this attachment, it is attached using my normal front quick mount attachment points. While the opening of the claw is not quite as large as what I would like, I found overall it seems to work fairly well and allows me to pick up loads and driving around using the L120. I chose the colour schemes as I wanted a little bit of contrast to the yellow and black from the L120 itself. Overall this works quite well and I’m very happy with it. More photos and video - https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/lego-technic-42209-mod-loading-claw.html

Nice work on adding RC.

Nice work on these, I love how well they work.

That is looking really good and well built.

Thanks. I have some ideas for other attachments.

That is very cool, I love the light bar on the roof.

That is coming along well.

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Loading Forks Attachment One of the things I love most about LEGO Technic is how it invites experimentation and customization. While the official sets are impressive on their own, it's the aftermarket creativity that really unlocks their potential. That’s exactly what inspired my latest project—a new Loading Forks Attachment for the LEGO Technic 42209 Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader. Designed Around My New Quick Hitch System This attachment is the first in what I hope will be a long line of add-ons for the 42209. It makes full use of my recently developed quick hitch system, allowing for fast and easy swapping between tools. Whether you want to go from a bucket to forks or something entirely different, the hitch system adds flexibility and realism to play and display alike. The design maintains full lift and tilt functionality and integrates smoothly with the set’s existing controls. Because the forks are built to LEGO Technic proportions and structure, they remain lightweight enough not to overload the lifting mechanism, while still being strong and stable for play scenarios. Expanding Usefulness and Play Value The official set is already a compact powerhouse with a great parts selection. But adding swappable attachments like this takes it even further—opening up new play scenarios like: Pallet lifting and material transport Warehouse simulation Forklift vs. loader comparisons You’re no longer locked into just one configuration, and that modularity means more hours of engagement, especially for younger builders or display-focused AFOLs (like me). What’s Next? This Loading Forks mod is just the beginning. I have several other ideas planned that will take advantage of the same hitch setup, including: A snow plow A log grabber A dozer blade And more… By building onto the base 42209 set, I aim to create a whole ecosystem of tools that will make it one of the most versatile small Technic sets in your collection. Video - https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/06/lego-technic-42209-mod-loading-forks.html

LEGO Technic 42209 - Mod - Quick Change Hitch I have recently purchased and built the LEGO Technic 42209 Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader, with a view to designing and building some different attachments for the front of this. After looking at the current way it had the large bucket attached, I decided to make some modifications to this, both to improve the function and also allow me to be able to easily mount different attachments. This has included adding 2L lift arms to the end of the axels with stoppers, to allow me to easily pull these out. I have also replaced the thing lift arm on the bucket tilt arm with 7L beams in light grey. This allows me to easily swap attachments.