One thing I love with Technic Lego® is that they offer a bigger challenge for my kids to finish the complete build of the different sets, compared to the original build sets. I also think that the best part is the reproduction of the advanced, realistic technical functions of the beams and plates, gears, axles, connectors and special parts, wheels and tires, and so on. I love the idea to let kids learn through play since I believe that is the best way to explore new things and find new fields of interest.

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Item Info
Year Released: 2017
Weight: 1586g
Size: 48 x 28.2 x 9.1 cm
Instructions: Yes

Item Consists Of
1102 Parts

The fact that Lego® manage to reproduce realistic technical functions in their Technic series sets, helps both kids and parents as well (!) to learn by creative play. This opens up the opportunities to discuss the different functions in detail.

But hey, this was not why you have found this post right? Here follows my LEGO Technic Airport Rescue Vehicle 42068 Building Kit (1094 Piece) Review.

Product description of the Airport Rescue Vehicle

The set was launched in 2017. This set is for kids between ages 10-16 (or why not older!). This is a 2-in-1 model that can be rebuilt into a Fire Rescue Vehicle.

Give your kids get a rewarding building experience with their own authentic 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic Airport Rescue Vehicle, featuring a red, black and gray color scheme, working long versatile boom with multi-directional water cannon, 4-cylinder engine with moving pistons, large driver’s cab with detailed dashboard, wing mirrors, equipment storage compartment, twin-axle steering, double rear axle, and chunky tires.

The versatile pneumatic boom and grabbing bucket can be operated, the massive superstructure rotated, and the cab elevated for optimal visibility. It is possible to extend and secure the outriggers, lower the front blade, and lift the entire structure into the air for extra stability! This model has fantastic authenticity, right down to the detailed cab with a seat, armrests, sun visor, and adjustable mirrors.

Features working twin-axle steering, double rear axle, chunky tires, long versatile boom with multi-directional water cannon, a detailed 4-cylinder engine with moving pistons, driver’s cab with a detailed dashboard, warning beacons, and an opening equipment storage compartment.

It is also possible to operate the multi-directional boom to position the water cannon.

With this model, a uniquely decorated LEGO® Technic 40th Anniversary brick is included.

Rebuild this model to create a Fire Rescue Vehicle for a double build-and-play experience.

Airport Rescue Vehicle (with boom extended) measures over 16″ (42cm) high, 17″ (45cm) long and 5″ (15cm) wide, and 6″ (17cm) high with boom retracted.

Fire Rescue Vehicle (with boom extended) measures over 12″ (31cm) high, 21″ (55cm) long and 5″ (13cm) wide, and 5″ (14cm) high with boom retracted.

This set contains 1094 pieces.

To get a fully motorized boom and working lights, just upgrade with the LEGO Power Functions 8293 motor set (not supplied).

There is an interactive, 3D digital LEGO® building instruction app available online for both models.

What do the customer reviews say?

At amazon.com, for the time being (January 2018), this set has 17 reviews. The rating is 4,3 (out of 5) stars. 

At Lego.com, for the time being (January 2018), this set has 10 reviews. The overall rating is 4.9 (out of 5) stars. Play experience 4.1 (out of 5) stars and value for money 4.7 (out of 5) stars.

Pros with letting your kids play with Lego® Technic

1. It is an excellent way for kids to learn to think in three dimensions by creative play.
2. Kids learn how to use instructions. If you skip something, then the result will not be as expected. It gives the builder almost instant feedback.
3. It is one fantastic way to develop your kids’ skills when it comes to problem-solving, organization, and planning by construction.
4. It is a tool that is useful to enhance their communication and critical thinking.
5. It boosts kids’ creativity.
6. Kids’ motor development gets some practice.
7. It is a good tool to practice patience. If they give up, then they will not finish, and they will not have a fully functional toy.
8. LEGO® Technic toys are compatible with all LEGO® construction sets for creative building.

Cons of letting your kids play with Lego® Technic

1. It is not immediately intuitive, and require the builder to think several steps ahead. (A lot of parental support is required in the beginning to help your kid to get started in a good way, which is not necessarily a bad thing).
2. The sets are not very cheap. (Even though I say, you get what you pay for, a good quality toy).
3. Your kids will likely lose their patience.
4. A bazillion little pieces everywhere to keep track of. (A good opportunity for parents to teach kids how to organize things to make it easier. As an example, all the parts can be sorted by color).
5. There will likely be countless completed projects, decorating every level surface in your home.

Summary

LEGO® Technic is an excellent way to teach kids to think in three dimensions by creative play. It is a good way for your kids to learn how to work with instructions. The builders will get feedback almost instantly, and notice that if they skip something, then the result will not be as expected. The set is a fantastic way to help your kids develop skills when it comes to problem-solving, organization, and planning by construction. It is a tool used to enhance their communication and critical thinking. It is also a good way to improve their creativity. Kids’ motor development gets a boost and it is an excellent tool to practice patience.

Keep in mind that LEGO® Technic is not immediately intuitive, and require the builder to think several steps ahead. The sets are not cheap, even though I say, you get what you pay for, a good quality toy. Be prepared that your kids might lose their patience. There will be a bazillion little pieces everywhere to keep track of, but that is also an opportunity for your kids to learn how to organize to be able to handle it.

One thing is for sure, your kids will get a rewarding building experience with this 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic model, which has all the features of the Airport Rescue Vehicle. 

Just go and get your own Airport Rescue Vehicle.

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