Technic

LEGO® Monster Jam El Toro Loco

Set 42135 Monster Jam El Toro Loco is part of the LEGO® Technic range, using 247 pieces to recreate one of the best-known trucks from the real Monster Jam series. With no minifigures included, the build focuses entirely on the Technic mechanics and the truck's distinctive design.

Set number
42135
Year
2022
Pieces
247
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
62
What can I build with it?

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Parts list 62

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Spare parts (8)

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Description

A real monster truck as the model

El Toro Loco is one of the most recognisable vehicles in Monster Jam, a real motorsport series built around oversized, heavily modified trucks. The LEGO® Technic set picks up on the bull-themed design of the real vehicle and translates it into a compact but functional 247-piece build. As a Technic set, the construction puts real weight on the mechanical build itself, not just the truck's outward shape. The oversized wheels and raised body typical of monster trucks are clearly recognisable features here, setting the model apart from more conventional Technic vehicles.

A pull-back motor for real movement

Like many smaller LEGO® Technic vehicles, El Toro Loco includes a pull-back motor that sends the model driving off on its own once wound up, adding genuine play value beyond the build itself. That mechanical function is what separates Technic sets from static display models, and it makes vehicle sets like this one worth keeping out for actual play rather than just a shelf. Building the mechanism step by step also gives a clear look at a simple but effective drive system, useful groundwork before tackling larger Technic sets with more complex functions.

Blue, orange and black colours

Black, blue, orange and light bluish grey define the colour scheme, reflecting the bold livery of the real El Toro Loco truck, known for its bull theme and vivid colours. That clear colour separation keeps the model easy to read even from a distance. The colour list on this page shows exactly how the 62 unique parts are distributed across these tones. That bold blue-and-orange combination stands out noticeably next to many other Technic vehicles, which tend to favour more muted colour schemes.

A parts list for Technic builders

The full parts list on this page catalogues all 62 elements individually, useful for anyone after specific Technic components for their own vehicle builds or replacing a missing piece. At 247 pieces, the set is also a manageable way to get familiar with core Technic mechanisms such as the pull-back motor. It's also worth comparing against other Monster Jam sets in the Technic range, showing which chassis parts turn up repeatedly and which were designed specifically for El Toro Loco.

FAQ

What is Monster Jam El Toro Loco?
El Toro Loco is one of the best-known trucks in the real Monster Jam series, recognisable for its bull theme and bold livery.
Does the set have a driving function?
Yes, like many smaller LEGO Technic vehicles, the model includes a pull-back motor.
Does the set include any minifigures?
No, set 42135 has no minifigures and focuses entirely on the vehicle model.

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