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Price history 42178
We check Dutch retailers every day. This graph shows the full daily-low price series we have for this set.
Daily lowest price tracked across 18 Dutch retailers. The dotted line marks LEGO's recommended retail price.
Source: daily measurement at 18 Dutch retailers, 14 Dec 2025 – 1 Jun 2026. RRP via LEGO.com.
| Date | Price | Retailer | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| €36,99 | ALMAspeelgoed | In stock | |
| €30,15 | Coppens Warenhuis | In stock | |
| €34,95 | SpeelGoedNL | In stock | |
| €34,99 | BRICKshop | In stock | |
| €34,95 | Made in Billund | In stock | |
| €36,99 | ALMAspeelgoed | In stock | |
| €30,15 | Coppens Warenhuis | In stock | |
| €26,50 | Steentjesplein | In stock | |
| €34,95 | SpeelGoedNL | In stock | |
| €34,99 | BRICKshop | In stock | |
| €34,95 | Made in Billund | In stock | |
| €36,99 | ALMAspeelgoed | In stock |
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Context for 42178, prices and availability.
For LEGO Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178), we track 6 retailers in the Netherlands, with 6 currently in stock. The current lowest price is €26,50. Use price history and stock data to judge whether this is a good time to buy.
Inspire kids aged 8+ to adventure into outer space with the LEGO® Technic™ Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178) set. It makes a great gift for boys and girls who love space toys and construction vehicles. This space exploration toy is packed with realistic details inspired by cutting-edge space engineering designs. Kids can steer the loader and raise the cabin before using the crane to pick up and move the cargo. This set also features a special space air-lock element so kids can connect other compatible space LEGO sets (sold separately) for even more space adventures. The LEGO Builder app will guide your youngster on an intuitive building adventure, letting them zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save sets and track their progress.
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For LEGO Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178), we track 6 retailers in the Netherlands, with 6 currently in stock. The current lowest price is €26,50. Use price history and stock data to judge whether this is a good time to buy.
Inspire kids aged 8+ to adventure into outer space with the LEGO® Technic™ Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178) set. It makes a great gift for boys and girls who love space toys and construction vehicles. This space exploration toy is packed with realistic details inspired by cutting-edge space engineering designs. Kids can steer the loader and raise the cabin before using the crane to pick up and move the cargo. This set also features a special space air-lock element so kids can connect other compatible space LEGO sets (sold separately) for even more space adventures. The LEGO Builder app will guide your youngster on an intuitive building adventure, letting them zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save sets and track their progress.
The current lowest price is €26,50 across 6 tracked retailers.
Instructions & specifications
Dimensions, pieces, build steps, and the official PDF building instruction.
Parts inventory
Known set data around pieces and build context.
Technic Pins
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots
Part ID 61332 · Black
Qty 59
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 1 Center Slot
Part ID 42924 · Blue
Qty 33
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise
Part ID 43093 · Blue
Qty 17
Technic Pin 1/2 with Friction
Part ID 89678 · Red
Qty 14
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 2L Axle
Part ID 18651 · Black
Qty 10
![Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [2 Lateral Holes, Small Pin Hole] (65304)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/65304-71-22d7deef59fd.jpg)
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [2 Lateral Holes, Small Pin Hole]
Part ID 65304 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle
Part ID 11214 · Red
Qty 3
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball - Round Pin Hole
Part ID 66906 · Red
Qty 3
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise
Part ID 3749 · Tan
Qty 2
Technic Pin 1/2 with Anti-Stud
Part ID 65826 · Bright Green
Qty 1
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots
Part ID 61332 · Black · Spare
Qty 2
Technic Pin 1/2 with Anti-Stud
Part ID 65826 · Bright Green · Spare
Qty 1
Technic Pin 1/2 with Friction
Part ID 89678 · Red · Spare
Qty 1
Technic Bushes
Technic Bush
Part ID 3713 · Red
Qty 11
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced
Part ID 32123b · Yellow
Qty 5
Technic Bush
Part ID 3713 · Red · Spare
Qty 2
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced
Part ID 32123b · Yellow · Spare
Qty 1
Technic Beams
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick
Part ID 32526 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 10
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick
Part ID 32140 · Black
Qty 9
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Bent (4 - 4) Thick
Part ID 32348 · White
Qty 6
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick
Part ID 32525 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick
Part ID 32523 · Yellow
Qty 5
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick
Part ID 32524 · Black
Qty 5
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick
Part ID 40490 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 5
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole
Part ID 60483 · White
Qty 5
Technic Beam 2 x 3 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thick
Part ID 71708 · White
Qty 5
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick
Part ID 60484 · Black
Qty 3
Technic Beam 1 x 4 Thin with Stud Connector
Part ID 2825 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick
Part ID 32009 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick
Part ID 32316 · White
Qty 2
Technic Connector Beam 3 x 3
Part ID 39793 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin
Part ID 41677 · Red
Qty 1
Technic Connectors
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple
Part ID 63869 · Black
Qty 10
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular
Part ID 6536 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 10
![Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Square Holes] (65487)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/65487-71-18bf4a734349.jpg)
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Square Holes]
Part ID 65487 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 9
![Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] (18654)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/18654-71-fc396ee73f0b.jpg)
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam]
Part ID 18654 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 8
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1
Part ID 32013 · White
Qty 8
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Axle
Part ID 22961 · Black
Qty 7
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole
Part ID 32184 · White
Qty 7
![Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] (59443)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/59443-15-222eff567aef.jpg)
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation]
Part ID 59443 · White
Qty 5
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins (Squared Holes)
Part ID 65489 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 5
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pins
Part ID 2393 · Black
Qty 3
![Technic Driving Ring Connector Smooth [2 rounded and 2 flat side walls] (42195)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/42195-71-c0edddcc31b5.jpg)
Technic Driving Ring Connector Smooth [2 rounded and 2 flat side walls]
Part ID 42195 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 3
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle)
Part ID 6553 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 3
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Axles
Part ID 27940 · White
Qty 2
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180°
Part ID 32034 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 2
![Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] (32530)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/32530-0-5d0f59bf19e7.jpg)
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top]
Part ID 32530 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes
Part ID 42003 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 2
![Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Small Squared Pin Holes] (44874)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/44874-71-2b96c77447ca.jpg)
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Small Squared Pin Holes]
Part ID 44874 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3 x 3 Bent with 4 Pins (Pin Ridges Along Part)
Part ID 49130 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
![Technic Driving Ring Connector Smooth [2 rounded and 2 flat side walls] (42195)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/42195-4-14e579597448.jpg)
Technic Driving Ring Connector Smooth [2 rounded and 2 flat side walls]
Part ID 42195 · Red
Qty 1
Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam]
Part ID 18654 · Light Bluish Gray · Spare
Qty 2
Technic Axles
Technic Axle 5
Part ID 32073 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 7
Technic Axle 2 Notched
Part ID 32062 · Red
Qty 6
Technic Axle 3
Part ID 4519 · Yellow
Qty 6
Technic Axle 4 with Stop
Part ID 87083 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 6
Technic Axle 7
Part ID 44294 · Yellow
Qty 5
Technic Axle 4
Part ID 3705 · Red
Qty 4
Technic Axle 5 with Stop
Part ID 15462 · Reddish Brown
Qty 3
Technic Axle 3 with Stop
Part ID 24316 · Reddish Brown
Qty 2
Technic Panels
Technic Panel Curved and Bent 6 x 3
Part ID 24116 · Reddish Orange
Qty 6
Technic Panel Fairing #21 5L Small Smooth, Side B
Part ID 11946 · White
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing #22 5L Small Smooth, Side A
Part ID 11947 · White
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing #9 Medium Triangle Smooth
Part ID 2395 · Reddish Orange
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing #10 Medium Triangle Smooth
Part ID 2403 · Reddish Orange
Qty 1
Technic Panel Curved and Bent 6 x 3
Part ID 24116 · Blue
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B
Part ID 64391 · White
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A
Part ID 64683 · White
Qty 1
Technic Panel Curved 5 x 7 Parallelogram Left
Part ID 80267 · White
Qty 1
Technic Panel Curved 5 x 7 Parallelogram Right
Part ID 80268 · White
Qty 1
Large Buildable Figures
Large Figure Weapon, Barrel with 2 Pin Holes and 3 Axle Holes
Part ID 98585 · White
Qty 6
Wheels and Tyres
Wheel 30.4 x 20 without Pinholes, with Reinforced Rim
Part ID 56145 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Tyre 56 x 26 Tractor
Part ID 70695 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Plates Round Curved and Dishes
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud
Part ID 6141 · Trans-Clear
Qty 4
![Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] (4740)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/4740-71-3394318252e1.jpg)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar]
Part ID 4740 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud
Part ID 6141 · Trans-Clear · Spare
Qty 1
Plates
Plate 2 x 3
Part ID 3021 · Black
Qty 3
Tiles
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove
Part ID 3069b · White
Qty 3
Tile 2 x 3
Part ID 26603 · White
Qty 1
Technic Beams Special
![Technic Beam 3 x 5 Thick [90° Offset Centre Beam Holes] (14720)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/14720-0-33e703174ec2.jpg)
Technic Beam 3 x 5 Thick [90° Offset Centre Beam Holes]
Part ID 14720 · Black
Qty 2
![Technic Beam 2 x 3 Thick [90° Offset Centre Beam Hole] (3167)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/3167-72-0ad871bc4dfe.jpg)
Technic Beam 2 x 3 Thick [90° Offset Centre Beam Hole]
Part ID 3167 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick
Part ID 64179 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Bricks Curved
Slope Curved 2 x 2 Inverted with 1 x 2 Cutouts
Part ID 1750 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Special
Technic Disc 3 x 3
Part ID 2723 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Linear Actuator Mini with Dark Bluish Gray Head and Orange Axle
Part ID 92693 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Bricks Round and Cones
Brick Round 2 x 2 x 2 Robot Body, Axle Holder '+' Orientation
Part ID 30361c · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Part ID 3941 · Blue
Qty 1
Technic Bricks
![Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] (3701)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/3701-0-2718fc2e0827.jpg)
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes]
Part ID 3701 · Black
Qty 2
Bricks Special
Brick Special 1 x 6 x 4 with 4 Pin Holes and Opening
Part ID 49699 · Reddish Orange
Qty 2
Bricks Sloped
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope)
Part ID 54200 · Blue
Qty 2
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope)
Part ID 54200 · Blue · Spare
Qty 1
Stickers
Sticker Sheet for Set 42178-1
Part ID 10105334 · [No Color/Any Color]
Qty 1
Windscreens and Fuselage
Windscreen 10 x 6 x 3 Bubble Canopy Double Tapered with Square Front Cutout
Part ID 10312 · Trans-Black
Qty 1
Tiles Round and Curved
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder
Part ID 14769 · Black
Qty 1
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Bacteria Print
Part ID 98138pr0197 · Trans-Clear
Qty 1
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Bacteria Print
Part ID 98138pr0197 · Trans-Clear · Spare
Qty 1
Plates Special
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper)
Part ID 15573 · White
Qty 1
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pin Holes
Part ID 2817 · Black
Qty 1
Plants & Trees
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals
Part ID 24866 · Lime
Qty 1
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals
Part ID 24866 · Lime · Spare
Qty 1
Bars, Ladders and Fences
Lever Small Base with Black Lever
Part ID 298c02 · Black
Qty 1
![Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Full Clip] (3484)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/3484-71-8d6a2ba36999.jpg)
Bar 1L with Clip [Cut Edges and One Side Hole] [Full Clip]
Part ID 3484 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Bar 1 x 3 (Radio Handle, Phone Handset)
Part ID 6190 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Lever Small Base with Black Lever
Part ID 298c02 · Black · Spare
Qty 1
Technic Gears
Technic Knob Wheel
Part ID 32072 · Yellow
Qty 1
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel
Part ID 32270 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Knob Wheel 45° Offset
Part ID 5405 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
![Technic Gear 20 Tooth with Axle Hole [+ Opening] (69779)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/69779-321-3dfea22d37ac.jpg)
Technic Gear 20 Tooth with Axle Hole [+ Opening]
Part ID 69779 · Dark Azure
Qty 1
Technic Steering, Suspension and Engine
![Technic Steering Wheel Pilot's Yoke [Closed Top] (49151)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/49151-72-9f5a240a7fc5.jpg)
Technic Steering Wheel Pilot's Yoke [Closed Top]
Part ID 49151 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 1
![Technic Universal Joint 3L [Complete Assembly] (61903)](https://images.bricksdeal.com/parts/61903-71-ebea62e42a45.jpg)
Technic Universal Joint 3L [Complete Assembly]
Part ID 61903 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Minifig Accessories
Equipment Metal Detector, no Stud on Search Head
Part ID 93106 · Black
Qty 1
Retailer reviews
Summarized retailer review data when available.
My son and I had so much fun putting this Lego set together. It was easy to follow directions but it took time to get everything lot together correctly which was fun. It is now a fun toy that he can play with and it seems like it will last a long time. We love lego sets.
This Lego Surface Space Loader was so fun to put together! I didn't get a chance to take a picture because my grandson loved it so much that he took it back to his house. Easy to follow the directions, great price, and as all Lego sets it was fun to put together. Love Legos!
Very cool set. It’s amazing that it is actually functional. You can steer the the car with the steering wheel, it actually turns the wheels. There is a part that you twist to raise or lower the car. It does take a while to assemble, but the directions are easily followed for older kids or with assistance. The age range is pretty accurate as this seems to be more of a car that you would want to display or carefully play with. I would not recommend to play roughly with this car. It’s a space car so there is a lot of attention to detail within the car as it comes with “specimens” to test and detectors. I would recommend this set to others. I received this in exchange for my honest review.
This Lego set is great for kids. It has various pieces to allow the user to get creative and engage in building a set. It comes with instructions and the presentation is very nice. The pieces are safe and age appropriate as advertised and when the space truck is complete its very portable. It is nice to play with and also to showcase so it's child friendly and collector friendly!
My boys absolutely love Legos! It's a fun activity for the young and old alike. This little space loader turned out to be bigger than we anticipated which is a plus. My 8 year old and 17 year old sat down together and built it which was great bc that doesn't happen a lot lol great quality for the price! It's for ages 8 and up due to the small pieces being choking hazards.
Thank you Influenster for giving me the opportunity to share my thoughts on the Lego Technic Surface Space Loader LT78. This is so cool heavy duty 435 pieces not a bad price either 45 dollars. Small piece so please be careful with children under 8 years old. Both girl and boys can play with this for hours. Definitely recommend it
This is a kinda of a cheap set and you get a ton of fun!!!
It was an easy build, and really playful to do. My son had a lot of fun building it and is now playing with it. The quality versus price is very good..
Perfect set for somebody who just get started with Lego technic or is looking for a quick build. As a non experienced builder it took me a couple of hours to put this together. Very nice and fun activity to share with someone. Very nice design and well put together. I enjoyed it a lot.
If you’re kids dont know what to do in their free time i would definitely recommend you to give them this this is so gun and its value for money trust me . Also its safe for kids above 8 years !! They will spend all their time on this !!
The surface space loader is awesome, I love the continued use of the new orange and the color scheme all around. The crane mechanism is cool as a transporter so it is not too articulate, but the mechanism is very satisfying and cool with some imagination. The overall Main transition is the sickest part, even cooler when paired with a technic hub, it's awesome. My only critique is that it should have some of the new battery pieces to power the loader.
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