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Set 42022 Hot Rod
Technic

Hot Rod

Hot Rod is a 2014 LEGO® Technic set focused on function over figures, building a classic hot-rod-style car from moving mechanical parts rather than decorative bricks. It uses 414 pieces and, like most Technic sets, comes with no minifigures. The parts list on this page details all 90 unique elements used.

Set number
42022
Year
2014
Pieces
414
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
90
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Parts list 90

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Spare parts (11)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

A mechanical build, not a scene

The colour palette stays functional throughout: black and the two greys make up the chassis, panels and engine detailing, while blue adds accent colouring typical of Technic vehicle sets from this period. At 414 pieces, Hot Rod is a mid-size Technic model, substantial enough to include a visible engine or drivetrain detail alongside the bodywork, while remaining a single, focused build rather than a multi-model kit. It's designed to be handled and its mechanisms tested, not just displayed.

Only 90 unique parts

With just 90 unique parts spread across 414 pieces, this set leans heavily on repeated structural elements such as Technic beams, pins and axles, which is standard for the theme: Technic function comes from how standard parts connect, not from large numbers of specialised pieces. That makes a set like this a solid source of grey and black Technic beams and connectors for other builds. The full breakdown of all 90 parts is listed above.

No minifigures, by design

Hot Rod ships with 0 minifigures, which is standard for the Technic theme: these sets are built around realistic mechanical function such as steering, suspension or moving engine parts rather than figure-based play or display scenes. If you're building a Technic collection alongside System sets, this one contributes purely to the mechanical side rather than adding characters, keeping the focus squarely on the vehicle itself and how its parts move together.

Where Hot Rod sits in the Technic range

Released in 2014, Hot Rod represents the smaller end of Technic car models from that year, focused on a single vehicle build rather than a large multi-function machine. Because Technic elements are largely colour-standard and reusable, most of its 90 unique parts work just as well in other Technic projects once this model is taken apart. Compare the piece count and part variety above against other Technic sets to judge how this one fits your collection.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Hot Rod set have, and does it include minifigures?
Set 42022 has 414 pieces built from 90 unique parts, and like most Technic sets it comes with no minifigures.
What makes this a Technic set rather than a System set?
It's built from beams, pins and axles that create real mechanical function, such as moving engine or chassis details, rather than decorative System bricks.
Is 90 unique parts a lot for a Technic set this size?
It's a fairly typical, moderate figure for Technic, where function mostly comes from how a smaller set of standard connector pieces link together.

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