If you're a LEGO fan who loves F1 racing, then this March is sure to delight you! The Danish LEGO toy company will be releasing F1 race cars of different specifications across three of its series: the Icons series' "McLaren MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna", the Speed Champions series' "76919 2023 McLaren Formula 1 Race Car", and the star of this article, the Technic series' "42171 Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance" 1/8 scale brick-built model! The suggested retail price is US$219.99.
This model, based on the Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team's 2023 race car (hereinafter referred to as W14), consists of 1642 pieces. Once assembled, it stands approximately 13 cm tall and boasts an impressive length of 63 cm, making for a truly commanding presence. It utilizes a large number of black Technic elements to construct a shape that closely mirrors the actual W14 car. In addition to the abundant white sponsor logos and aqua-green sticker accents, the red section of the cockpit is particularly striking, with the overall design exuding a powerful sense of technological sophistication.
Next, let's talk about playability. This W14 not only features the steering function driven by the steering wheel and roof knob common in the Technic series, a differential, and a six-cylinder engine with moving pistons (requiring the engine cover to be removed), but also includes an adjustable rear wing designed according to the DRS technology found in real F1 race cars. It's worth noting that the tires for all three F1 race cars released in March 2024 will feature a slick-like design – absolutely fantastic!
▼ The engine incorporates transparent elements – it's incredibly cool!
LEGO 42171 Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance
Suggested Retail Price: US$219.99, Total Parts: 1642 pieces, Estimated Release Date: March 1, 2024
Source: LEGO