How many pieces does the Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model have?

The set contains 573 pieces, including 109 unique elements.

Does the set include minifigures?

No — like most Technic sets, it focuses entirely on mechanics rather than minifigures.

Why is it called the 'Anniversary Model'?

It was released in 2017 as a special edition marking 40 years since LEGO Technic launched in 1977.

Technic

Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model

The Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model marked 40 years of LEGO Technic in 2017, a line that first launched in 1977. Built from 573 pieces with 109 unique elements, it's a compact special-edition model with no minifigures. The focus sits entirely on mechanics and function.

Set number: 5005496
Year: 2017
Pieces: 573
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 109

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 109

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Description

A special model for a 40th birthday

LEGO® Technic launched in 1977, built around gears, axles and realistic mechanics rather than standard bricks. The Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model arrived in 2017 as a special release marking that milestone, packing familiar Technic elements into a compact 573-piece build. As an anniversary model, it's aimed mainly at fans who know the line's history and want a set tied to this particular year. Collectors tracking down every anniversary model in the range will find this one marks a fixed point on the Technic timeline.

573 pieces, no minifigures

As is standard for the Technic range, the set includes no minifigures at all — the focus is on construction, mechanics and the finished model itself rather than play scenes with figures. At 573 pieces, the build stays manageable while still delivering enough substance for a functional model with moving parts, a hallmark of the line. That compact scope also makes the set approachable for newcomers to Technic without giving up the mechanics the line is known for.

109 unique elements for mechanics

109 unique elements out of 573 pieces total represents a solid share of specialised parts, typically used for connections, joints and mechanical function. The full parts list on this page breaks down exactly which Technic-specific elements — pins, axles and connectors — are included, useful for anyone hunting Technic pieces for their own builds. Anyone building a personal stock of Technic connectors will find a solid starting selection here.

Black, Light Bluish Grey, Blue and Dark Bluish Grey

The colour palette of Black, Light Bluish Grey, Blue and Dark Bluish Grey is classic Technic: neutral greys for structure and chassis, with blue used as the accent colour. This restrained scheme underlines the model's technical, functional character and fits the sober design language the line has used since 1977. The clear split between structural and accent colours also makes it easier to tell sub-assemblies apart while building.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model have?: The set contains 573 pieces, including 109 unique elements.
Does the set include minifigures?: No — like most Technic sets, it focuses entirely on mechanics rather than minifigures.
Why is it called the 'Anniversary Model'?: It was released in 2017 as a special edition marking 40 years since LEGO Technic launched in 1977.

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