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Set 42101 Buggy
Technic

Buggy

The Buggy 42101 is a 2020 Technic set with 117 pieces and no minifigure. It's built around the mechanics of a small off-road vehicle rather than around a play scene with figures. The full parts list and colours are set out on this page.

Set number
42101
Year
2020
Pieces
117
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
48
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 48

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 (6)

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

Description

Mechanics over minifigures

As is typical for the Technic range, this set focuses on functional building elements such as axles, connectors and moving parts rather than traditional minifigures. At 117 pieces, the Buggy sits toward the smaller end of the range, which keeps the build relatively short and accessible for anyone new to Technic. Despite its compact size, it still uses characteristic Technic features such as pin connections and moving axles, which set it apart from the simpler stud connections used in classic LEGO sets.

Black, red and bright light orange

The 48 unique parts come mostly in black, light bluish grey, red and bright light orange, a bold, sporty combination typical of off-road vehicles in the Technic range. For builders planning their own Technic creations, this colour mix is a useful source of orange functional pieces, which turn up less often in other LEGO themes. The parts list on this page sets out exactly which shapes and colours are included and in what quantities.

A compact addition to a Technic collection

With no minifigures included, the set works less as a play scene and more as a standalone mechanical model that stays on display once finished. At 117 pieces, the Buggy makes an accessible entry point into the Technic range before moving on to larger, more mechanically involved sets. Anyone who already owns Technic sets will also find individual functional elements among the 48 unique parts that are worth keeping for their own builds.

Where it sits in the Technic range

Within the Technic line-up, the Buggy counts as one of the smaller sets, aimed more at a short, focused build than a multi-hour project with hundreds of pieces. That size makes it a reasonable way to get familiar with characteristic Technic techniques such as axle connections and moving parts without committing to a larger set straight away. For anyone collecting smaller Technic models, the Buggy is a sensible addition alongside other compact vehicles in the range.

FAQ

Does the Buggy 42101 include a minifigure?
No, as is standard for the Technic range, the set has no minifigures and focuses on the mechanical build instead.
How many pieces does the set have?
The Buggy has 117 pieces across 48 unique shapes and colours.
What colours make up the model?
Black, light bluish grey, red and bright light orange dominate the Buggy's appearance.

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