How many pieces does Race Kart have?

The set has 345 pieces across 84 unique parts and includes no minifigure.

Can the kart actually steer?

Yes, the steering wheel is connected to the front axle, so the wheels genuinely turn.

Does it have an engine function?

A cylinder block at the rear has pistons that move visibly as the model is pushed.

Technic

Race Kart

Race Kart is a 2016 LEGO Technic set that recreates a go-kart at a compact scale. With 345 pieces and 84 unique parts, it builds a function-focused model rather than one built around a minifigure. Black, dark grey, light grey and blue give the finished kart a sporty, mechanical look.

Set number: 42048
Year: 2016
Pieces: 345
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 84

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 84

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 (8)

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

Description

Built around real function

Like most Technic vehicles, this set puts mechanics ahead of play with a figure. The steering wheel connects directly to the front axle, so the kart actually steers, and a small cylinder block sits at the back with pistons that visibly move as the model is pushed along. That combination of working steering and a mock engine is typical of the smaller Technic vehicles and gives a first taste of how these mechanisms work together in real vehicle design. The low, kart-style seating position also adds to the model's realistic overall proportions.

A short, focused build

At 345 pieces across 84 unique parts, the Race Kart sits among the smaller Technic sets, buildable in an hour or two. Construction starts with the chassis and axle assembly, then moves on to the seat and steering before finishing with the rear engine block. It works well as an introduction to LEGO Technic, covering pins, axles and gears without the part count of a larger set. The instructions walk through each assembly step clearly, keeping even the trickier connections easy to follow.

Colours and parts

Black and dark grey form the structural frame and engine parts, light grey picks out the chassis and wheel rims, and blue adds a sporty accent across the bodywork. That mechanical colour scheme is typical of Technic sets and makes the parts here useful for other vehicle projects that need grey or black functional pieces. The list on this page covers all 84 unique parts by colour, handy for tracking down specific axles, pins or engine elements.

Who it suits

Race Kart suits builders new to LEGO Technic who want a real steering and engine mechanism without a large part count. With no minifigure included, the focus stays firmly on the mechanics rather than roleplay. It also works well as a quick side project alongside a bigger Technic set, or as a first step for a child moving from System bricks into Technic building.

FAQ

How many pieces does Race Kart have?: The set has 345 pieces across 84 unique parts and includes no minifigure.
Can the kart actually steer?: Yes, the steering wheel is connected to the front axle, so the wheels genuinely turn.
Does it have an engine function?: A cylinder block at the rear has pistons that move visibly as the model is pushed.