How many pieces does the Compact Tracked Loader have?

Set 42032 is made up of 252 pieces and includes no minifigures.

What makes the model mechanically interesting?

The vehicle runs on two tracks instead of wheels and has a movable loader bucket operated through typical Technic mechanics.

What colours is the set built in?

It is mostly black with light and dark bluish grey, plus blue as an accent. The full parts list with all colours is on this page.

Technic

Compact Tracked Loader

The Compact Tracked Loader is a smaller building vehicle from the LEGO® Technic line, modelling a tracked loader of the kind used on building sites and in agriculture. With 252 pieces and no minifigures, set 42032 from 2015 puts the model's mechanical function front and centre.

Set number: 42032
Year: 2015
Pieces: 252
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 62

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 62

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (11)

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

Description

A tracked loader as a Technic function model

Instead of running on wheels, the model moves on two tracks, matching the way real compact loaders gain extra grip on uneven ground. At the front sits a freely moving loader bucket, raised and tilted through the typical Technic mix of levers and connectors rather than any motor or electronics. That places the set firmly in the long line of smaller Technic construction vehicles, which recreate real machine functions in miniature using pure mechanics. Anyone wanting to understand Technic mechanisms has a manageable model to start with here.

Small footprint, clear function

With 252 pieces, the Compact Tracked Loader sits among the smaller models in its range, yet remains fully functional and can be finished in just a few building sessions. The 62 different parts keep the construction solid without being overloaded, and every element has a recognisable job, whether in the track, the bucket mechanism or the chassis. That combination of a modest piece count and clear mechanical function makes the set a good starting point for anyone new to how Technic models work. The solid base also leaves room for further modifications.

Colours and materials

The loader is mostly black with light and dark bluish grey, set off by blue as an accent colour on the chassis and cab, giving the model a technical, machine-like look. This colour choice is typical of Technic construction vehicles and also makes the parts easy to reuse in other Technic builds with a similar palette. The exact colours and shapes used in the set are listed in detail in the parts list on this page, useful for anyone hunting for specific Technic elements. That makes the set a handy source of parts for other builds too.

Who the set suits

The Compact Tracked Loader suits anyone who likes smaller Technic construction vehicles or wants a straightforward way into mechanical LEGO® models without jumping straight to sets with several hundred pieces. With no minifigures included, the focus stays firmly on building and mechanics rather than role play. Its compact size also makes it a good fit on a shelf alongside other small Technic machines, while the sturdy build can take a fair amount of play with the bucket. Overall, it remains a compact but mechanically satisfying function model.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Compact Tracked Loader have?: Set 42032 is made up of 252 pieces and includes no minifigures.
What makes the model mechanically interesting?: The vehicle runs on two tracks instead of wheels and has a movable loader bucket operated through typical Technic mechanics.
What colours is the set built in?: It is mostly black with light and dark bluish grey, plus blue as an accent. The full parts list with all colours is on this page.