Skid Steer Loader

No price history available yet.

LEGO Technic Skid Steer Loader (42116-1) is a compact but impressively detailed recreation of the real-world construction machine known for its tight turning radius and versatile lifting capability. Released in 2021, this set punches well above its weight class, delivering genuine Technic engineering in a small, satisfying package that serious builders will appreciate for its mechanical authenticity. Inside the box you will find 139 pieces, including a working boom arm with functional bucket that raises and lowers through a direct linkage mechanism. The set also features spinning wheels driven by the turning of the model itself, replicating the skid steering principle that gives this type of loader its name. The color scheme accurately mirrors the yellow and black palette of heavy construction equipment, and the compact footprint makes it an ideal display piece for shelves with limited space. This set is best suited for Technic enthusiasts who appreciate engineering concepts in a smaller format, as well as collectors who want a complete representation of the Technic vehicle lineup without committing to a large or complex build. It also serves as an excellent entry point for builders transitioning from System sets into the more mechanically focused world of Technic, offering a genuine taste of pin-and-beam construction without overwhelming complexity. From a collectibility standpoint, smaller Technic sets like this one tend to retire quietly and without much fanfare, which means secondary market prices can rise steadily once stock disappears from retail shelves. While currently still available, savvy collectors tracking availability on BrickHunter will want to act before it exits production. Its modest piece count and accessible build have made it consistently popular, and retired examples of similar compact Technic vehicles have historically commanded noticeable premiums over their original retail prices. Keeping a sealed copy alongside your built version is a strategy worth considering.