The Lego set Fire Plane with the set number 42040 is part of the LEGO Technic theme and is recommended for ages 9 - 16. It was released in August 2015. The model has 578 pieces, and we estimate it takes around 1 - 2 hours to build. It was designed by Milan Reindl.85 Brickfact users have this set in their collection.
The set weighs about 1.170 kg. The box measures 15 x 10.3 x 2.8 in (38.2 x 26.2 x 7.1 cm). The recommended retail price is $49.99.
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 $70.29.

Lego 42040 product data

Set Information

Set ID
42040
Theme
Pieces
578
Designer
Milan Reindl
Building Time
1 - 2 hours
Age Range
9 - 16

Availability

Release
08/2015
Retiring Status
Retired (12/2016)

Price Information

RRP
$49.99
Insiders Points (for purchase at Lego)
325
Part Out Value
$70.29

Packaging

Weight
1.170 kg
Packaging dimensions
15 x 10.3 x 2.8 in
EAN (GTIN13)
5702015349772

Popularity with Brickfact users

users have this set
85
buyers in the last 12 months
11

85 Brickfact users have Fire Plane in their collection. 11 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 November 6, 2026.

LEGO 42040 price trend

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

Current market value
$97.88
Growth vs. RRP
+95.8 % $49.99
Range
$93.53 – $137.19
Average
$109.36

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Official Set Description for LEGO 42040 Fire Plane

Take to the skies for aerial firefighting adventures with the awesome 2-in-1 LEGO® Technic Fire Plane! This impressive model is packed with authentic details and features, including a detailed 2-cylinder engine, joystick-controlled elevators and ailerons and large pontoons. Watch the 3-blade propeller and engine pistons spring to life as you maneuver the mighty aircraft into takeoff position, then power over the ocean’s surface and soar into the air. When you reach the blaze, activate the cool water drop function to release the water cubes and extinguish the flames. It’s just like the real thing! Comes with a striking red and white color scheme and a selection of cool stickers. When you’re done fighting wildfires, rebuild the Fire Plane into a high-speed Jet Plane.

  • Features a spinning propeller, detailed 2-cylinder engine with moving pistons, water drop function with water cube elements and movable elevators and ailerons
  • Check out the cool red and white color scheme!
  • Spinning propeller and moving pistons
  • Joystick-controlled elevators and ailerons
  • Perform massive water drops!
  • 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Jet Plane
  • Fire Plane measures over 6” (17cm) high, 13” (34cm) long and 17” (44cm) wide
  • Jet Plane measures over 5” (14cm) high, 14”(38cm)long and 7” (19cm) wide

Building Instruction for LEGO 42040 Fire Plane

LEGO 42040 Frequently Asked Questions

Is LEGO 42040 still available?
LEGO has retired 42040 Fire Plane, and no retailer in our price comparison currently sells it new. Its market value on secondary marketplaces is $97.88.

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