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Set 42066 Air Race Jet
Technic

Air Race Jet

Set 42066 Air Race Jet recreates a sleek racing aircraft, similar to those used in aerobatic and air racing events. With 1,151 pieces, it's a mid-sized Technic set from 2017. With no minifigures included, the focus sits entirely on aerodynamics, engineering and moving parts.

Set number
42066
Year
2017
Pieces
1,151
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
145
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Parts list 145

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Spare parts (10)

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Description

An aircraft built for air racing

The model takes cues from slim aerobatic aircraft used in air racing, with a pointed nose, narrow wings and a propeller mounted at the front. At 1,151 pieces, the build feels light and sleek despite its size. Construction follows the fuselage from front to back, with the wings and tail fitted only towards the end. That order makes progress easy to follow, since the aircraft's signature shape becomes recognisable quite early on, well before the wings are even attached.

Moving parts instead of minifigures

As with many Technic sets, minifigures are absent entirely, with the focus instead on moveable control surfaces operated by a lever. Anyone wanting to know exactly which specialised Technic pieces make up this mechanism can check the full parts list on this page, covering all 145 unique part types, listed individually by colour and shape. That makes it easy to judge in advance how involved the steering mechanism is compared with other Technic aircraft, and which levers and connectors it actually relies on.

A technical colour scheme

The colour choices stay functional: light bluish grey and dark bluish grey dominate the fuselage, while black takes over on the engine, undercarriage and technical fittings. Blue adds targeted accents on the wings and tail, echoing the racing liveries of real aircraft. This restrained palette suits the set's technical character. Compared with brighter Technic models, the Air Race Jet reads more like a real racing aircraft than a toy, which also appeals to adult fans of the theme.

Parts for other aircraft builds

With 145 part types across 1,151 pieces, the set includes several specialised Technic connectors that transfer well to other aircraft or vehicle projects. The parts list on this page shows exactly which specialty pieces are included, which is useful for Technic fans with their own build ideas before deciding to buy. The narrow wing connectors in particular transfer well to other custom aircraft builds beyond this set, such as smaller gliders or drone-style projects.

FAQ

Does set 42066 include any minifigures?
No, like most Technic sets, the Air Race Jet has no minifigures and focuses on engineering and aerodynamics.
How many pieces does the set have?
The model is made up of 1,151 pieces, including 145 unique part types.
What colours dominate the aircraft?
The fuselage is mostly grey, with black on technical parts and blue accents on the wings and tail.

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