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Set 42242 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane
Technic

LEGO® Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane

The Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane 42242 recreates the well-known off-road utility vehicle and its crane attachment from the LEGO® Technic range. 1,189 pieces and no minifigures make clear the engineering is the star here.

Set number
42242
Year
2026
Pieces
1,189
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
220
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Parts list 220

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Spare parts (16)

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Description

A utility vehicle with function

220 unique parts capture the Unimog's distinctive silhouette and the movable crane arm. As a Technic set, the focus sits on functional assemblies rather than detail figures, matching the real vehicle: a rugged working truck built for off-road jobs. Setting the 1,189 pieces against the 220 unique parts shows a ratio that is typical for Technic sets, mixing recurring basic elements with more elaborate specialised pieces, which keeps the build varied without ever feeling unnecessarily complicated.

Colours of a working vehicle

Black, light bluish grey, red and blue define the look, with red providing the standout accent against an otherwise neutral chassis and crane. The parts list on this page shows how the 1,189 pieces split across those colours. This colour distribution is typical of Technic sets in this size range and directly shapes how uniform or contrasting the finished model looks on a shelf, something worth considering when building out a wider collection.

Who it suits

With no minifigures, this set targets Technic fans who value functional vehicle models, as well as anyone interested in real utility vehicles like the Unimog. At close to 1,200 pieces, it offers enough build time for a weekend project. Before buying, it is also worth checking the absence of minifigures, since that number signals whether the set leans toward extended play scenes or a single display piece, which makes the buying decision easier depending on how you plan to use it.

Functional parts in the list

With 220 unique parts across 1,189 pieces, the Unimog sits in the typical range for mid-sized Technic utility vehicles. The parts list on this page shows which specialised pieces go into the movable crane arm and chassis, useful if you want to reuse those functional elements in your own Technic projects. For collectors of real-vehicle Technic builds, it is also worth comparing this against other Technic construction models. Especially across Technic sets with a similar piece count, comparing several parts lists before buying is a good way to judge how much shape variety versus repetition each set actually offers.

FAQ

What does set 42242 recreate?
It recreates the Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with its crane attachment, a real off-road utility vehicle.
Is this a Technic set?
Yes, it's part of the LEGO® Technic range, built around functional assemblies rather than standard bricks.
How many pieces does the set have?
It contains 1,189 pieces across 220 unique parts.

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