How many pieces does the Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader have?

Set 42209 contains 973 pieces; no minifigures are included.

Is the set officially licensed by Volvo?

Yes, LEGO® Technic developed the model together with Volvo as a faithful recreation of the L120 wheel loader.

What functions does the model offer?

The steering and bucket are moveable, so the wheel loader can still be operated after the build is complete.

Technic

Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader

The Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader is a licensed Technic model of an electric wheel loader from the Swedish manufacturer Volvo. With 973 pieces and no minifigures, set 42209 focuses entirely on recreating real construction vehicle engineering.

Set number: 42209
Year: 2025
Pieces: 973
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 201

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 201

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (19)

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

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 17 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

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Description

A real construction vehicle as the model

Volvo is among the best-known makers of construction and commercial vehicles, and LEGO® Technic has licensed several of its models in recent years. In real life, the L120 is a wheel loader used on building sites to move earth, rubble or materials. The set recreates its distinctive articulated steering and large bucket faithfully, a level of accuracy that isn't a given at this size class of Technic model, and reflects years of collaboration between Volvo and LEGO® to get such details right.

201 unique parts for real functions

With 201 unique parts among 973 pieces overall, the focus sits clearly on working mechanics rather than looks alone. The parts list on this page shows numerous gears, axles and connectors needed for steering and bucket movement. Builders who have tackled other Technic construction vehicles will recognise plenty of familiar elements here, combined with new parts shaped specifically for the Volvo look. With 973 pieces in total, this Technic set shows how much construction fits into a single model.

Yellow and black as construction-site colours

Yellow is Volvo's signature construction-vehicle colour and dominates the model accordingly, joined by black for the cab and technical elements, plus light bluish grey and blue for detail on the drivetrain and bodywork. This colour combination gives the model strong recognisability and makes it instantly identifiable as a construction vehicle even from a distance. Compared with other Technic sets, this model has a clearly distinct character of its own. The parts list on this page remains the best way to track down specific colours and shapes.

Who this set suits

With no minifigures included, the L120 is aimed squarely at Technic and construction-vehicle fans who value mechanics and brand accuracy. As a display model, the wheel loader looks good on a shelf, but the moving bucket and steering keep it interactive after the build too. The parts list is also useful for spotting specialised technical pieces worth reusing in other construction vehicle projects, and pairing it with other Volvo sets builds out a small construction-site fleet.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Volvo L120 Electric Wheel Loader have?: Set 42209 contains 973 pieces; no minifigures are included.
Is the set officially licensed by Volvo?: Yes, LEGO® Technic developed the model together with Volvo as a faithful recreation of the L120 wheel loader.
What functions does the model offer?: The steering and bucket are moveable, so the wheel loader can still be operated after the build is complete.

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