When was the Lift Truck 8071 released?

It was released in 2011 as part of the Technic range.

Does it come with minifigures?

No, the set contains 593 pieces and no minifigures.

Are the parts compatible with newer sets?

Yes, the greys are the bluish shades still used today, so the parts match current Technic models.

Technic

Lift Truck

The Lift Truck 8071 is a 2011 Technic set with 593 pieces. Its colour scheme is dominated by greys and black, with blue as the only strong accent.

Set number: 8071
Year: 2011
Pieces: 593
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 94

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 94

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 (11)

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

Description

A neutral parts pack in disguise

Look at the colour data first: light bluish grey, black, dark bluish grey and blue. That is an unusually neutral mix for a Technic vehicle, and it makes the set one of the more flexible sources of parts from its era. Grey and black elements are the ones most builders run short of when working on their own designs, and because these shades are still in use, every piece fits straight into current models without clashing.

Size and structure

With 593 pieces and 94 unique parts, 8071 is a mid-sized build with a lot of repetition. Pins, axles and connectors make up much of the count, which keeps the build flowing and sorting simple. By 2011, studless construction was firmly established in Technic, so the model is built from beams rather than studded bricks. That gives it a clean, compact look. The name tells you it is a vehicle designed for lifting, and the instructions show exactly how its mechanism is put together.

Who will enjoy it

This is a comfortable project for builders who already have a few Technic sets behind them and want a working vehicle that can be finished in an evening or two. It is also appealing to adult fans who prefer utility vehicles to sports cars. Once built, it is sturdy enough to handle, and the restrained colours suit a shelf of other workshop and industrial models. There are no minifigures in the set.

Rebuild or repurpose

The parts list on this page shows every element with its colour and quantity, which is useful when checking a secondhand copy. If you would rather turn the pieces into something else, the What can I build? tool compares your collection with other sets and shows which ones you could complete. Given how neutral the colours are, the matches can be surprisingly varied, from other vehicles to machines of quite different kinds.

FAQ

When was the Lift Truck 8071 released?: It was released in 2011 as part of the Technic range.
Does it come with minifigures?: No, the set contains 593 pieces and no minifigures.
Are the parts compatible with newer sets?: Yes, the greys are the bluish shades still used today, so the parts match current Technic models.