How many pieces does the RC Tracked Racer have?

Set 42065 has 370 pieces and includes no minifigures.

Does the model run on wheels or tracks?

The RC Tracked Racer uses two caterpillar tracks instead of conventional wheels.

How many unique parts does the set contain?

The set has 63 unique parts, several of which repeat, for example as track links.

Technic

RC Tracked Racer

The RC Tracked Racer is a 2017 remote-controlled Technic set that runs on two tank-style tracks instead of wheels. With 370 pieces and no minifigures at all, the build is entirely about the mechanics. For anyone who prefers functional models over classic role play, this set offers a direct route into remote-controlled vehicles.

Set number: 42065
Year: 2017
Pieces: 370
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 63

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 63

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 (4)

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

Description

Tracks instead of wheels

Rather than tyres, the RC Tracked Racer runs on two caterpillar tracks, giving it a noticeably different feel from wheeled Technic vehicles. That layout is relatively uncommon among remote-controlled Technic sets, which makes the Racer stand out visually within a wider collection. At 370 pieces, the build stays function-heavy, with decorative elements taking a back seat, typical of a set built to move rather than to pose. Anyone who already owns wheeled Technic sets will notice a distinctly different building and driving experience here.

Only 63 unique parts

With 63 unique parts, the variety here sits well below many sets of similar size, a clear sign that several elements repeat throughout the build, such as track links, pins or beams. That often means repetitive but technically demanding building steps, where function takes priority over shape variety. The full parts list on this page shows exactly which Technic elements appear and in what quantity, which is especially useful when hunting for a specific replacement part.

Black, grey, blue and red

The black, light bluish grey, blue and red colour scheme is common across Technic vehicles and emphasises the model's technical, functional look rather than a flashy paint job. Red is used deliberately as an accent, while the grey and black sections let the mechanics recede into the background without hiding them entirely. The result reads more like a piece of working equipment than a toy car, which suits the character of a tracked vehicle well.

A set with no minifigures

Since the set includes no minifigures, the whole build is focused on the vehicle itself and how it works. For Technic fans mainly interested in building and mechanics, that is not a downside but the actual appeal of the set. Anyone assembling a small Technic collection spanning different drive types will find the tracked layout of the RC Tracked Racer a useful counterpart to sets built around conventional wheels.

FAQ

How many pieces does the RC Tracked Racer have?: Set 42065 has 370 pieces and includes no minifigures.
Does the model run on wheels or tracks?: The RC Tracked Racer uses two caterpillar tracks instead of conventional wheels.
How many unique parts does the set contain?: The set has 63 unique parts, several of which repeat, for example as track links.