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Set 8256 Go-Kart
Technic

LEGO® Go-Kart

The Go-Kart belongs to the Technic line and came out in 2009 with 144 pieces. There are no minifigures, just a small vehicle made from Technic parts.

Set number
8256
Year
2009
Pieces
144
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
51
What can I build with it?

Parts list 51

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (5)

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.

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What can I build with it?

Description

Technic in miniature

Technic works differently from classic bricks: instead of studs on plates you join pins, axles and beams with holes. The Go-Kart shows this way of building in compact form. At 144 pieces it is a good starting point for getting a feel for the system without tackling a huge model straight away. The finished vehicle is sturdily built, rolls on four wheels and is fine for short runs across the table and the floor.

A driver without a figure

With no minifigure the kart remains a pure vehicle. That is common in Technic, where the construction counts for more than the scene. You can display it on a shelf or race it against other models by setting out tracks from books or cushions. If you are interested in steering and drive, you can study the model and try your own improvements, such as longer axles, larger wheels or a different structure around the seat.

Light grey, black, blue and lime

The main colours are light bluish grey, black, blue and lime. The lime green in particular sets a fresh accent rarely seen on vehicles, while grey and black look like technology and metal. The 49 different part types show that the small set holds many different Technic elements: beams, connectors, gears and axles. If you like to tinker, this offers a good assortment that mixes easily with other Technic sets from the same period.

Turning parts into new models

The parts list on this page shows the full contents, which helps when buying a second-hand copy. If you take the kart apart, “What can I build?” lists models that your collection allows. Technic parts are especially flexible, since a beam, an axle or a gear fits into many other constructions. A small vehicle can turn into a crane, a robot or a gearbox, and the bricks stay useful long after the playing is over.

FAQ

Does the Go-Kart have minifigures?
No, the set has no minifigures. It consists of 144 pieces in 49 different types.
Which line does the set belong to?
The Go-Kart belongs to Technic and was released in 2009.
What colours does the Go-Kart have?
Light bluish grey, black, blue and lime are the main colours.

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