A bit too expensive....
Nice product, but the price is way too high...
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Daily lowest price tracked across 3 Dutch retailers. The dotted line marks LEGO's recommended retail price.
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| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
| €849,95 | Special Bricks | In stock | |
| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
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| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
| €849,95 | Special Bricks | In stock | |
| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
| €849,95 | Special Bricks | In stock | |
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| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
| €159,99 | Geschikt Speelgoed | In stock | |
| €849,95 | Special Bricks | In stock |
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How LEGO 8043 compares to RRP and history.
For LEGO Motorized Excavator (8043), we track 2 retailers in the Netherlands, with 2 currently in stock. The current lowest price is €159,99. Use price history and stock data to judge whether this is a good time to buy.
Build it and get to work! No job is too big for this heavy-duty Motorized Excavator! Simply flip a switch on the LEGO® Power Functions dual infrared remote control to drive the excavator to job sites, rotate the cabin 360 degrees, maneuver the articulated arm, and dig with the shovel. Download instructions for rebuilding into a Tracked Loader. LEGO Power Functions include two infrared remote control handsets, 4 motors, 2 receivers, 4 linear actuators, and a battery box. Four motorized functions: Move! Dig! Spin! Lift! Deep scoop bucket comes equipped with strong digging claws! 2 in 1 model rebuilds into Tracked Loader Excavator measures over 18" (45 cm) long
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For LEGO Motorized Excavator (8043), we track 2 retailers in the Netherlands, with 2 currently in stock. The current lowest price is €159,99. Use price history and stock data to judge whether this is a good time to buy.
Build it and get to work! No job is too big for this heavy-duty Motorized Excavator! Simply flip a switch on the LEGO® Power Functions dual infrared remote control to drive the excavator to job sites, rotate the cabin 360 degrees, maneuver the articulated arm, and dig with the shovel. Download instructions for rebuilding into a Tracked Loader. LEGO Power Functions include two infrared remote control handsets, 4 motors, 2 receivers, 4 linear actuators, and a battery box. Four motorized functions: Move! Dig! Spin! Lift! Deep scoop bucket comes equipped with strong digging claws! 2 in 1 model rebuilds into Tracked Loader Excavator measures over 18" (45 cm) long
The current lowest price is €159,99 across 2 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 Special
Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced
Part ID 88323 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 76
Technic Pins
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots
Part ID 6558 · Blue
Qty 52
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise
Part ID 43093 · Blue
Qty 43
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole]
Part ID 32054 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 33
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges
Part ID 32556 · Tan
Qty 3
Technic Pin 1/2
Part ID 4274 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 3
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots
Part ID 2780 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Pin 3/4
Part ID 32002 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Pin Double with Axle Hole
Part ID 32138 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise
Part ID 3673 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise
Part ID 3749 · Tan
Qty 1
Technic Axles
Technic Axle 3
Part ID 4519 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 36
Technic Axle 2 Notched
Part ID 32062 · Red
Qty 27
Technic Axle 4 with Stop
Part ID 87083 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 26
Technic Axle 5
Part ID 32073 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 21
Technic Axle 6
Part ID 3706 · Black
Qty 11
Technic Axle 4
Part ID 3705 · Black
Qty 9
Technic Axle 3 with Stud
Part ID 6587 · Dark Tan
Qty 8
Technic Axle 7
Part ID 44294 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 5
Technic Axle 8
Part ID 3707 · Black
Qty 4
Technic Axle 9
Part ID 60485 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Axle 12
Part ID 3708 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Axle 10
Part ID 3737 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Axle 8 with Stop
Part ID 55013 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Bushes
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced
Part ID 32123b · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 28
Technic Bush
Part ID 3713 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Connectors
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes
Part ID 42003 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 25
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular
Part ID 6536 · Black
Qty 18
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation]
Part ID 59443 · Yellow
Qty 15
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation]
Part ID 59443 · Black
Qty 13
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular
Part ID 6536 · Yellow
Qty 11
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Big Squared Pin Holes]
Part ID 87082 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 10
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1
Part ID 32013 · Yellow
Qty 9
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins
Part ID 48989 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 8
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle)
Part ID 6553 · Black
Qty 8
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180°
Part ID 32034 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 7
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole
Part ID 32039 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole
Part ID 32184 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Block 4 x 3 x 2 1/2 [Linear Actuator Holder]
Part ID 61904 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 6
Technic Pin Connector Toggle Joint Smooth Double with Axle and Pin Holes
Part ID 87408 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1
Part ID 32013 · Black
Qty 4
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular Long
Part ID 32557 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted]
Part ID 62462 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted]
Part ID 62462 · Yellow
Qty 3
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90°
Part ID 32014 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #5 - 112.5°
Part ID 32015 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5°
Part ID 32016 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation]
Part ID 59443 · Red
Qty 2
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #5 - 112.5°
Part ID 32015 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double
Part ID 32291 · Red
Qty 1
Wheels and Tyres
Wheel 11 x 8 with Center Groove
Part ID 42610 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 16
Technic Gears
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel
Part ID 6589 · Tan
Qty 14
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening]
Part ID 32269 · Tan
Qty 6
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel
Part ID 32270 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Driving Ring Extension, 4 Ridges
Part ID 32187 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Bevel
Part ID 32198 · Tan
Qty 4
Technic Tread Sprocket Wheel Large 10 Tooth
Part ID 57519 · Black
Qty 4
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Bevel with Pin Hole
Part ID 87407 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Technic Knob Wheel
Part ID 32072 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Gear 24 Tooth [New Style with Single Axle Hole]
Part ID 3648b · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Gear 8 Tooth
Part ID 3647 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Worm Gear
Part ID 4716 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Beams
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick
Part ID 32140 · Black
Qty 12
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick
Part ID 32278 · Black
Qty 12
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick
Part ID 32316 · Yellow
Qty 11
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick
Part ID 32526 · Yellow
Qty 10
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick
Part ID 32316 · Black
Qty 9
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole
Part ID 60483 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 9
Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape Thin
Part ID 32056 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 8
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick
Part ID 32523 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 8
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin
Part ID 41677 · Black
Qty 8
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin
Part ID 6632 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 7
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick
Part ID 32525 · Black
Qty 6
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick
Part ID 32525 · Yellow
Qty 6
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick
Part ID 41239 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 6
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick
Part ID 32278 · Yellow
Qty 4
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick
Part ID 40490 · Yellow
Qty 4
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (6 - 4) Thick
Part ID 6629 · Yellow
Qty 4
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thin
Part ID 32017 · Yellow
Qty 3
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick
Part ID 40490 · Dark Bluish Gray
Qty 3
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick
Part ID 41239 · Yellow
Qty 3
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin
Part ID 6632 · Black
Qty 3
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I]
Part ID 2905 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick
Part ID 32009 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick
Part ID 32009 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thin
Part ID 32065 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 4 Thin
Part ID 32449 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick
Part ID 32523 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick
Part ID 32524 · Black
Qty 2
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick
Part ID 32524 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick
Part ID 32526 · Blue
Qty 2
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick
Part ID 60484 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thin
Part ID 32250 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Beam 1 x 4 Thin
Part ID 32449 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Technic Steering, Suspension and Engine
Technic Universal Joint 3L [Complete Assembly]
Part ID 61903 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 8
Plates
Plate 1 x 3
Part ID 3623 · Black
Qty 7
Plate 1 x 12
Part ID 60479 · Black
Qty 4
Plate 4 x 6
Part ID 3032 · Yellow
Qty 2
Plate 1 x 4
Part ID 3710 · Yellow
Qty 2
Plate 1 x 8
Part ID 3460 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Beams Special
Technic Beam 3 x 0.5 Liftarm with Boss and Pin / Crank
Part ID 33299a · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 6
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick
Part ID 64179 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Technic Beam 5 x 11 with 3 x 5 Opening Frame Thick
Part ID 64178 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 1
Bricks Curved
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs
Part ID 50950 · Yellow
Qty 6
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs
Part ID 50950 · Black
Qty 2
Tiles
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove
Part ID 6636 · Yellow
Qty 6
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove
Part ID 4162 · Yellow
Qty 1
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove
Part ID 4162 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Panels
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface
Part ID 62531 · Yellow
Qty 4
Technic Panel Fairing #1 Small Smooth Short, Side A
Part ID 87080 · Yellow
Qty 2
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface
Part ID 62531 · Black
Qty 1
Technic Panel Fairing #2 Small Smooth Short, Side B
Part ID 87086 · Yellow
Qty 1
Technic Bricks
Technic Brick 1 x 10 [9 Pin Holes]
Part ID 2730 · Black
Qty 4
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes]
Part ID 32000 · Black
Qty 4
Tubes and Hoses
Axle Hose, Soft 11L
Part ID 32199 · Black
Qty 4
Electronics
Motor, Medium, Power Functions, 3 x 6 x 3 with Dark Bluish Gray Bottom and 20cm Wire
Part ID 58120 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 4
Control Unit, IR, Power Functions, with Dark Bluish Gray Bottom
Part ID 58122 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Receiver Unit, IR, Power Functions
Part ID 58123a · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Plates Round Curved and Dishes
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening)
Part ID 4032a · Black
Qty 3
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud]
Part ID 2654 · Black
Qty 1
Tiles Special
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Part ID 2412b · Trans-Red
Qty 2
Plates Special
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs]
Part ID 2444 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Bricks
Brick 1 x 3
Part ID 3622 · Black
Qty 2
Minifig Accessories
Equipment Signal Paddle
Part ID 3900 · Light Bluish Gray
Qty 2
Bricks Round and Cones
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Part ID 3941 · Trans-Yellow
Qty 1
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Part ID 3941 · Black
Qty 1
Stickers
Retailer reviews
Summarized retailer review data when available.
Nice product, but the price is way too high...
My son was immediately enthusiastic about building it, and the building process itself is already enjoyable. He was amazed by each piece and how it related to the others, and how it should work. The result is also impressive; he is enjoying it to the fullest.
Very nice model, it can do everything a real crane can. I was also sold from the beginning, but I also collect all the technical LEGO with the "build" theme. A tip for future builders: pay close attention to the instructions when building, especially when working with the motorized parts, because if you don't have your head in the game, you could easily take your crane apart again (think of the gearbox and the many gear combinations). I also recommend sorting the parts beforehand, which may seem unnecessary, but you will benefit from it during the build (all the gears separately, all the yellow parts separately, all the black parts separately, etc.). When you're finished playing, put the crane in a position where all the shiny parts (the pistons) are no longer visible! These are lubricated and quickly collect dust.
A fully remote-controlled excavator or bulldozer that you can build yourself, who wouldn't want that...?? I was surprised by the complexity and the design. Brilliant toy. The price is definitely worth it..! As for anyone having problems switching between the main functions, I have discovered an error in the instructions. On page 79 of book 1, step 35, part 4206482 is shown, but it should be part 4186017, which you also have left over after building. (you can find the parts on page 44 of book 3). I replaced it and haven't had any problems since.
This model comes with 4 M-Motors, 4 Linear Actuators, 2 IR Receivers, 2 IR Remote Controls, and 1 Battery Box. Each IR Receiver requires 3 AAA batteries, and the Battery Box requires 6 AA batteries. These batteries are not included. I use rechargeable batteries, which work perfectly with this model. As far as I can tell, nothing is slower than it should be. In comparison to the 8275 Bulldozer, this model is much more complex. There are a total of 2 sets of 3 plus 1 functions: 1. Left track 2. Right track 3. Rotating 4. Arm up/down 5. Arm bend 6. Bucket tilt 7. Switching between the first three functions, and the last three functions. The switching between functions is a bit jerky, and the excavator sometimes slows down significantly while rotating. Additionally, the control of the bucket arm interferes with the arm bending function, resulting in clicking noises when the bucket is rotated. Furthermore, I feel that Lego has tightened the track slightly, as they also make some harmless clicking noises while driving. This was not the case with the Bulldozer. All of this is due to the many functions in this model, and Lego has ingeniously and elegantly incorporated the 68(!) required gears into the model. Building this model is a fun activity that can take 5-6 hours. The instructions are clearly laid out in the three instruction manuals, and you usually only need to add 3 parts per step, and many parts are first built as sub-parts before being added to the main model. Despite this, the model quickly consists of so many parts that it's important to check whether that piece goes in that hole or the hole next to it. My version (delivered on November 2nd) does not seem to have the problems that the previous reviewers mentioned, so for anyone considering buying it: Go for it!
Very nice Lego Technic model. Building it can be a bit challenging and takes a few hours of work. Once assembled, it's a very cool model that can be controlled with a remote control to move in any direction. The only downside is that the 9-volt motor for lifting and lowering the entire arm is actually too weak to do this task. However, the other movements that the crane can make are well within the capabilities of the motors. I use standard batteries (non-rechargeable because they can be weaker) and the gears are not too tight, so it's not that. Has anyone else experienced the same problem or found a solution? Four stars, definitely worth five stars if the motor was a bit more powerful!
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