Lego® Technic 42128 Heavy-duty Tow Truck

The Lego set Heavy-duty Tow Truck with the set number 42128 is part of the LEGO Technic theme and is recommended for ages 11+. It was released in August 2021. The model has 2,017 pieces, and we estimate it takes around 4 - 6 hours to build. 614 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The set weighs about 3.205 kg. The box measures 22.9 x 14.9 x 4.6 in (58.2 x 37.8 x 11.8 cm). The recommended retail price is £159.99.
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 £193.32.

Lego 42128 product data

Set Information

Set ID
42128
Theme
Pieces
2017
Building Time
4 - 6 hours
Age Range
11+

Availability

Release
08/2021
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2023)

Price Information

RRP
£159.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
1280
Part Out Value
£193.32
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Packaging

Weight
3.205 kg
Packaging dimensions
22.9 x 14.9 x 4.6 in
EAN (GTIN13)
5702016913354

Popularity with Brickfact users

users have this set
614
buyers in the last 12 months
35

614 Brickfact users have Heavy-duty Tow Truck in their collection. 35 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 2 November 2026.

Lego 42128 price trend

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

Current market value
£159.61
Growth vs. RRP
−0.2 % £159.99
Range
£141.78 – £159.79
Average
£149.37

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Official Set Description for LEGO 42128 Heavy-duty Tow Truck

Open up the world of engineering with this LEGO® Technic Heavy-duty Tow Truck (42128) model. Packed with details, it’s a great tribute to the world’s best-loved tow trucks. Check out its authentic grille, air filters, lights, exhaust pipe, and fresh colour scheme. Then explore all the pneumatic and mechanical functions that make this model so realistic.

A construction toy packed with working functions
This tow truck toy with crane is filled with impressive features. Open the bonnet to see the 6-cylinder inline engine with moving pistons. Steer by rotating the pin on the roof. Activate the crane, pump up the boom, pull out the winch and extend the outriggers. And for the first time in LEGO Technic history, this vehicle has a lifting axle to pull down extra wheels and spread the weight of loads.

A great introduction to engineering
LEGO Technic sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms that introduce LEGO builders to the universe of engineering in an approachable and realistic way.

  • Explore the engineering brilliance of classic tow trucks with this LEGO® Technic™ Heavy-duty Tow Truck 42128 toy building kit. Enjoy the build, then explore the model’s many features and functions.
  • Just like a real heavy-duty tow truck, this model features pneumatic pump functions including an extending lifting boom, a lifting crane boom and an extending crane boom.
  • Check out all the mechanical functions like the rotating crane, working winch, outriggers, boom, plus the lifting axle which pulls down extra wheels for uneven loads – a first for LEGO® Technic™!
  • This truck toy set makes a cool gift for kids and teens aged 11 and up who love mechanical toys. It’s also a great set for kids and adults to explore together while learning about engineering.
  • This tow truck with crane model measures over 22 cm. (8.5 in) high (with crane down), 58 cm. (23 in) long (with boom down) and 14 cm. (5.5 in) wide (with outriggers up).
  • Steer the truck by rotating the pin on top of the roof. Open the hood to see the 6-cylinder inline engine with moving pistons.
  • Classic tow truck design details include the authentic grille, air filters and fresh colour scheme.
  • The LEGO® Technic™ universe offers advanced building toys for LEGO fans who are ready for their next building challenge.
  • LEGO® Technic™ components meet rigorous industry standards to ensure they are consistent, compatible and connect reliably every time.
  • LEGO® Technic™ components are dropped, heated, crushed, twisted and analysed to make sure they meet strict global safety standards.

Building Instruction for LEGO 42128 Heavy-duty Tow Truck

LEGO 42128 Frequently Asked Questions

Is LEGO 42128 still available?
LEGO has retired 42128 Heavy-duty Tow Truck, and no retailer in our price comparison currently sells it new. Its market value on secondary marketplaces is £159.61.

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