The Lego set Drag Racer with the set number 42050 is part of the LEGO Technic theme and is recommended for ages 10 - 16. It was released in January 2016. The model has 647 pieces, and we estimate it takes around 1 - 2 hours to build. 55 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The box measures 15 x 10.3 x 3.7 in (38.2 x 26.2 x 9.4 cm). The recommended retail price is £54.99.
The Part-Out-Value (POV) is the sum of the average prices paid on bricklink.com for all parts of this set. It is about £61.79.

Lego 42050 product data

Set Information

Set ID
42050
Theme
Pieces
647
Building Time
1 - 2 hours
Age Range
10 - 16

Availability

Release
01/2016
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2017)

Price Information

RRP
£54.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
440
Part Out Value
£61.79
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Packaging

Packaging dimensions
15 x 10.3 x 3.7 in
EAN (GTIN13)
5702015591980

Popularity with Brickfact users

users have this set
55
buyers in the last 12 months
10

55 Brickfact users have Drag Racer in their collection. 10 users bought it in the last 12 months.

Based on anonymized Brickfact user collections; shown only for sets with at least 10 users. As of 6 November 2026.

Lego 42050 price trend

Average sale price on secondary marketplaces – not the new price at retailers.

Current market value
£72.22
Growth vs. RRP
+31.3 % £54.99
Range
£60.00 – £73.88
Average
£66.73

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Official Set Description for LEGO 42050 Drag Racer

Wheelie from the start line to the finish with the high-powered Drag Racer, featuring a vivid-blue and black color scheme with flame stickers, working steering and a detailed V8 engine with moving pistons. The body shell of this is robust 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic model can be lifted to reveal the chassis, exhaust pipes and working transmission. Upgrade with the 8293 Power Functions motor set (not supplied) for motorized driving and wheelie functionality. Rebuild into a Supercharged Dragster for a double build-and-play experience.

  • Features a huge, detailed V8 engine with moving pistons, working steering, huge rear tires, giant rear spoiler and large exhaust pipes.
  • Check out the vivid-blue and black color scheme with flame stickers.
  • Raise the body shell to reveal the detailed chassis, exhaust pipes and working transmission.
  • Activate the wheelie function to pull long wheelies!
  • Upgrade with the 8293 LEGO® Power Functions set (not included) for motorized driving and wheelie functionality.
  • This LEGO® Technic model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
  • Appropriate for children aged 10 to 16.
  • 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Supercharged Dragster.
  • Drag Racer measures over 5” (13cm) high, 18” (46cm) long and 6” (16cm) wide.
  • Drag Racer reaches over 9” (25cm) high in wheelie position.
  • Supercharged Dragster measures over 7” (19cm) high, 23” (60cm) long and 7” (18cm) wide

Building Instruction for LEGO 42050 Drag Racer

LEGO 42050 Frequently Asked Questions

Is LEGO 42050 still available?
LEGO has retired 42050 Drag Racer, and no retailer in our price comparison currently sells it new. Its market value on secondary marketplaces is £72.22.

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