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Set 8835 Forklift
Technic

LEGO® Forklift

The Forklift 8835 is a 1989 Technic model with 240 pieces. It has no minifigures and relies on mechanics alone.

Set number
8835
Year
1989
Pieces
240
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
76
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Parts list 76

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Spare parts (4)

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Description

Mechanics over minifigures

This one is about function, not role play. The Forklift comes from the 1989 Technic range and has no minifigures at all. Instead, gears, axles and linkages take centre stage, passing movement on to the forks. With 240 pieces it is a manageable model that can be finished in an afternoon. The inspiration is the familiar warehouse workhorse that lifts pallets and drives them around the hall, which gives the build a clear and recognisable purpose.

Light grey, black, red and white

The colour choice feels like a real industrial vehicle: light grey and black for the frame and drivetrain, red and white for bodywork and accents. The result looks sober and technical, very much in the style of Technic sets from this period. If you care about a coherent look, you get a lift truck that sits well on a shelf without appearing childish. At the same time it stays movable and invites you to try things out.

Sixty different elements

The inventory lists 240 pieces in 60 different types. Technic sets often rely on many identical connectors, pins and axles, which can be reused in other models. The full list with colours and quantities is on this page. Use it to check whether a second-hand copy is complete, or to order the pins and axles that tend to disappear first from older sets, instead of replacing whole assemblies. With the quantities listed, the comparison takes only a few minutes.

Trying your own versions

Thanks to the many standard connectors, the forklift invites modification: a different lifting mechanism, longer forks or a second drive. Use “What can I build?” to see which other Technic models your parts allow. If you own several sets from this line, you can mix the elements and design vehicles of your own. That makes the model a good entry point to mechanical building, without demanding a large project straight away. You also pick up a feel for how levers and gear ratios work together.

FAQ

How many pieces does the forklift have?
It consists of 240 pieces in 60 different types. No minifigures are included.
What year was the set released?
Set 8835-1 appeared in 1989 as part of the Technic range.
Can I use the Technic parts elsewhere?
Yes. Axles, gears and connectors fit many Technic models, and the parts list helps you plan.

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