Airtech Claw Rig was the most exciting Technic set I've ever built, doesn't matter whether it's the 1980's or the 2020's. It has never been equalled for the number of different functions relative to the number of pieces.
I'm very partial to the Arocs, but that is because it's the only modern technic set I own. I also lucked out and found it at a local Goodwill thrift store for about $35. Box was messed up, but the parts where still in their factory sealed bags. It now lives on my shelf with some regular sets that I own.
I do wish LEGO introduced some more pneumatics in their sets! Also hoping that we get more motorization/motor upgradeability in some of the cheaper LEGO Technic sets. The sets we are getting right now don't seem as playable/a good deal as the previous LEGO Technic sets from a few years ago. I hope LEGO Technic improves, and this is just a transition period between Power Functions and the new Powered UP and that LEGO explores some more possibilities with Powered UP in the future.
I got the unimog when I was 11 years old. Im 22 now and it still sits at the top of my shelf, fully functional. Ive done a few mods to it over the years, but Ive tried to keep it mostly original. The mods Ive done are ordering the parts for the snowplow for the front (so now it has a snowplow and crane), adding another air pump so it pumps twice as fast, adding a white air tank inside it, making the bed on the back dump with yet another cylinder, and adding some plates inside the cab to make the interior nicer. It is absolutely my favorite lego set that Ive ever seen or heard of, and theres no way Id ever part with it.
Nice to see you actually made this video. And I’m glad to see the LEGO Technic 8455 Pneumatic Backhoe get a mention! Also I have the 8455 which I bought sealed last year, opened it and built it. That’s 17 years after release, It was pretty expensive but it’s in mint condition and definitely worth it!
I prefer the Pneumatic over the gear drive ones. Wish they had a upgrade kit you could add to each set. Also seems like we got alot more Bang For our buck , way back when. lol
there used to be a lego education pneumatics set, 9641, but it is retired and now a sealed copy sells for 90-300 dollars. absolutely insane. It included 3 valves, 2 normal-size pistons, 1 normal-size pump, 1 small piston, 1 small pump, a pressure meter and air tank, as well as a bunch of pipes. Such a shame it was discontinued.
Phumatics are one thing that really changed lego for the best giving rise to very realistic machinery and other new functions honestly I would have to say I would say the newer phemuatics sets were just a little better than older sets but defiantly all phuematics sets are great thanks for a good video
I'm in team Arocs :)) it's the only set I own out of those and the most complicated out of the ones I own. The suspension really blew my mind 4 years ago when I took it. Very smart build. The suspension along with the steering I mean.
@@Unbrickme I've seen Sariel's review, and for a non-motorized set, it's decent, great looks, but I've seen some flaws in some mechanism that can't be forgiven coming from a designer. So overall if you like pneumatics (which I don't) I guess it's good.
@@l0lcol0l Well, I need a Servo to control the Pneumatic valve, and an M motor to pump air, whereas I would only need 1 motor to control a Linear Actuator. Plus... I don't have a Servo...
In my opinion, the mercedes arocs should have been No. 1. But opinions are opinions and they are different from Person to Person. I like that you also include Sets so old i do not even know them. Keep up with the great content!👍💪
The only reason I put the unimog at number 1 is personal nostalgia. If it weren’t for that the air tech claw rig would’ve been at number 1 followed closely by the arocs
i think that submarine model is one of the only ones including a mini figure, so far I know, lego technic never includes a mini figure but they do mostly fit in the seats which is cool
how about the new heavy duty tow truck? I have it and It's really worth the price as you get over 2000 pieces for 140 euros (that's the price I paid) the price lego asks is 160
I think its a pretty good set. you pay $200 but its almost the same building experience as the supercar sets for $360. plus the Land Rover defender is an iconic off roader
@@Unbrickme I think so to, I would love to see that drivetrain in action (that would be my first). It is always good to hear someone's other opinion :)
I live in the UK and the Ducati and mixer are both on sale: Ducati costs £43.99 and the mixer costs £67.99, I'm just curious wether you would still recommend the Ducati?
Oh, I so don't agree with your order... The Unimog was overrated in my opinion. They pushed Technic beyond its limits resulting in a car that wouldn't sit straight, had a ridiculous turning circle and just flexed everywhere. You want a great Technic Unimog? Set 8848 from 1981 is the set to get. The Backhoe belongs in the top 3, along with Airtech claw rig and the Volvo excavator. How a parts pack even made the top 10 is beyond me... Still, everyone is entitled to their opinion ;-)
I hope so too, the new powered up battery box (no blueooth) is too expensive. the power functions one cost $7 but this one is $35, for the exact same functionality
We’re all entitled to our opinion except when these opinions are straight up Lies. No way 8110 is better them 8455 or 8868. Heck, we both know 42043 is also better then 8110. I’m not trying to flex but I have them all and I couldn’t disagree with you more. Off with your head!!!. 😂
I understand that the 8110 isn't the greatest one in terms of functionality, and the only reason I put it at number 1 is due to personal nostalgia I have had with the set. I have a question, since you own all of them, does that mean you also own the original pneumatic excavator from 1984? Because that's absolutely awesome!!!
Airtech Claw Rig was the most exciting Technic set I've ever built, doesn't matter whether it's the 1980's or the 2020's. It has never been equalled for the number of different functions relative to the number of pieces.
As world is getting dumber, so are lego technics sets getting easier to put together. Airtech claw rig is also my favorite!!!
Video idea: most hated/disappointing lego technic sets
No.1 the ferrari
No.2 top gear rally car
No.3 jeep wrangler
thank you for the awesome idea!
@@Unbrickme no problem
8433 or 42070?
I'm very partial to the Arocs, but that is because it's the only modern technic set I own. I also lucked out and found it at a local Goodwill thrift store for about $35. Box was messed up, but the parts where still in their factory sealed bags. It now lives on my shelf with some regular sets that I own.
I do wish LEGO introduced some more pneumatics in their sets! Also hoping that we get more motorization/motor upgradeability in some of the cheaper LEGO Technic sets. The sets we are getting right now don't seem as playable/a good deal as the previous LEGO Technic sets from a few years ago. I hope LEGO Technic improves, and this is just a transition period between Power Functions and the new Powered UP and that LEGO explores some more possibilities with Powered UP in the future.
same here, I completely agree that a few years ago we got much more value for the same price as the current lego technic sets
I got the unimog when I was 11 years old. Im 22 now and it still sits at the top of my shelf, fully functional. Ive done a few mods to it over the years, but Ive tried to keep it mostly original. The mods Ive done are ordering the parts for the snowplow for the front (so now it has a snowplow and crane), adding another air pump so it pumps twice as fast, adding a white air tank inside it, making the bed on the back dump with yet another cylinder, and adding some plates inside the cab to make the interior nicer. It is absolutely my favorite lego set that Ive ever seen or heard of, and theres no way Id ever part with it.
Cant wait for a pneumatic set for summer technic summer 2021.
Hopefully it's good
@@timothycole9232 🤞🏼
summer 2021 sets are going to be epic! I can't wait too! especially the zetros set
@@Unbrickme yeah I agree.
@@Unbrickme yes but how expensive are they gonna be?
They are all very expensive.
Nice to see you actually made this video. And I’m glad to see the LEGO Technic 8455 Pneumatic Backhoe get a mention! Also I have the 8455 which I bought sealed last year, opened it and built it. That’s 17 years after release, It was pretty expensive but it’s in mint condition and definitely worth it!
I never knew some of these sets even existed! Great video!
thanks! I'm glad you were able to see some sets you didn't know about in this video :)
I am so hyped rn for the merc zetros..i cant even explain
Same! It’s going to be awesome!
@@Daniel-nh7xj yeeeeees
mercedes metros will probably be more revolutionary than the arocs set if it has RC pneumatics
@@Unbrickme lulz
I prefer the Pneumatic over the gear drive ones. Wish they had a upgrade kit you could add to each set. Also seems like we got alot more Bang For our buck , way back when. lol
there used to be a lego education pneumatics set, 9641, but it is retired and now a sealed copy sells for 90-300 dollars. absolutely insane. It included 3 valves, 2 normal-size pistons, 1 normal-size pump, 1 small piston, 1 small pump, a pressure meter and air tank, as well as a bunch of pipes. Such a shame it was discontinued.
Phumatics are one thing that really changed lego for the best giving rise to very realistic machinery and other new functions honestly I would have to say I would say the newer phemuatics sets were just a little better than older sets but defiantly all phuematics sets are great thanks for a good video
thanks! yeah I agree all pneumatics sets are awesome!
Your 'no pressure, no pressure' reminds me of FitMC.
:) i watch fitmc
Set 8862, backhoe grader was the one that blew my mind. To my young eyes, at that time I'd never seen anything more detailed.
I love how you get to the video really quick so it doesn't get boring. Keep it up
I got that yellow submarine for about €20 'coz the toystore was having a clearout sale.
That blue air tank does hold a good reserve of air.
I have an idea for a video: Electric motors VS Pnumatic engines. If you think it would be a good video but no pressure.
Maybe video: best motorized sets?
awesome idea! thanks!
I'm in team Arocs :)) it's the only set I own out of those and the most complicated out of the ones I own. The suspension really blew my mind 4 years ago when I took it. Very smart build. The suspension along with the steering I mean.
Do you like the new heavy duty tow truck?
@@Unbrickme I've seen Sariel's review, and for a non-motorized set, it's decent, great looks, but I've seen some flaws in some mechanism that can't be forgiven coming from a designer. So overall if you like pneumatics (which I don't) I guess it's good.
I do like pneumatics, but I prefer Linear Actuators with PF or PU, because it's so much faster.
Same
What
Pneumatics go faster
Linears actuators are more precise
What?! pneumatics are far faster lol
@@l0lcol0l Well, I need a Servo to control the Pneumatic valve, and an M motor to pump air, whereas I would only need 1 motor to control a Linear Actuator. Plus... I don't have a Servo...
@@alex_hitman I would say linear actuators are better for remotely controlled vehicles, but pneumatics are better for manual models
regarding pneumatics the 8455 clearly is the winner
In my opinion, the mercedes arocs should have been No. 1. But opinions are opinions and they are different from Person to Person. I like that you also include Sets so old i do not even know them. Keep up with the great content!👍💪
Arocs has the same functions as Unimog, but the Unimog was released first.
@@parazels83 the arocs and the unimog are both mercedes so you are saying the arocs has the same functions as the arocs or the unimog
@@timothycole9232 edited )))))
The only reason I put the unimog at number 1 is personal nostalgia. If it weren’t for that the air tech claw rig would’ve been at number 1 followed closely by the arocs
@@Unbrickme that is totally reasonable for me
Video idea: Could you do top 10 excavators?
There were no so many excavators in Lego Technic history to choose top 10 of them.
top 10 excavators is an awesome idea!!! I will probably make this video sometime soon
Incredible video, really incredible did I mention that it was incredible absolutely incredible :)
Airtech Claw Rig 8868 is the king.
When seeing the 8049, it somewhat makes me think about my 42080. I like the 42080 quite a lot looking at the compact motorized compressor part of it.
Nice video
i think that submarine model is one of the only ones including a mini figure, so far I know, lego technic never includes a mini figure but they do mostly fit in the seats which is cool
The green tow truck had only two bad working small cylinders.
I wouldn't have included this set in the list.
perhaps but for only $130 it had a great deal
All of these are absolutely incredible!!
I agree!
Unbrickme don´t forget the end cards!
I will fix that right now thanks for reminding me
@@Unbrickme no problem :)
So where would you place 8462 (blue tow truck)? It has 2 air tanks.
i still have mine 8455 i bought back in 2004 :D and it was 2 models in one :)
Will you ever review the volvo ew160e?
8851 my Favorite :-D so simply and good workinig
We need an update!!
I really do enjoy these lists, but when comparing prices, please take into account inflation of all old sets
Very helpful video, thanks!
PS: you say "incredible" a lot lol
I thought 8462 was going to be there...
Great video!
I definitely should've included that set! It even had a pneumatic tank!
What about set 8462? It's definitely more impressive than some of the sets you've listed.
I got #8 42008 and it’s a good set
They did include thespecial codes for the supercars even if it wasent that exciting it was still a extra
definitely
All of the Mercedes Benz trucks that Lego ever made seem like they have pneumatics.
What are the best sets with the best gearboxes
you forgot 42144 42128 and 8285
THE lego technic mixer truck is not 120$ in ireland its 70$
how about the new heavy duty tow truck? I have it and It's really worth the price as you get over 2000 pieces for 140 euros (that's the price I paid) the price lego asks is 160
This video was made before the heavy duty tow truck released
My grandpa has 2 of the original pumps
Airtank > All
What do you guys think about Lego Technic Land Rover Derfender?
I think its a pretty good set. you pay $200 but its almost the same building experience as the supercar sets for $360. plus the Land Rover defender is an iconic off roader
@@Unbrickme I think so to, I would love to see that drivetrain in action (that would be my first). It is always good to hear someone's other opinion :)
Lego 9641 set is cool too
yeah that set is really awesome too!
The Mercedes’ truck is going for 850$ on Amazon, Jesus
I have the 8455 :) good video
that's awesome! thanks!
Would you recommend getting the lego technic mixer 42112 or the lego technic Ducati motorbike 42107
i think the ducati motorcycle provides a better value
@@Unbrickme okay thank you
I live in the UK and the Ducati and mixer are both on sale: Ducati costs £43.99 and the mixer costs £67.99, I'm just curious wether you would still recommend the Ducati?
Oh, I so don't agree with your order... The Unimog was overrated in my opinion. They pushed Technic beyond its limits resulting in a car that wouldn't sit straight, had a ridiculous turning circle and just flexed everywhere. You want a great Technic Unimog? Set 8848 from 1981 is the set to get.
The Backhoe belongs in the top 3, along with Airtech claw rig and the Volvo excavator. How a parts pack even made the top 10 is beyond me...
Still, everyone is entitled to their opinion ;-)
No pressure 🤣🤣🤣
You should make a top ten on your favorite Lego Technic Gearboxes.
I miss 8285 :(
Hopefully control plus prices go down.🤞
I hope so too, the new powered up battery box (no blueooth) is too expensive. the power functions one cost $7 but this one is $35, for the exact same functionality
@@Unbrickme and less motors per box.
Lego technic 42128?
When are you going to ppst another video?
February 12th at 9:15 AM pacific time
@@Unbrickme thanks also liked the video and all others
Thank you so much
@@Unbrickme is there 23.45 for you right now?
Yes
Why not 8421?
It's not really a pneumatics focused LEGO Technic set. It just has 2 pneumatic cylinders function as one actuator for the crane
Can you build unbrickme? And can you see my ferrari (beta)
Yeah I can build! For example I made the lego mindstorms beta Rex robot which is one of my favorites I have made
Yeah I can see your Ferrari I will check
It out
@@Unbrickme thank you I build now mercedes Benz AMG GTR from 42115 pieces
Yesss
thanks
@@Unbrickme i got the digger thing for trash that can be upgraded
The videos are good but i hate the sentencis no presure no presure. I hate this.
Idk maybe I’ll remove it
@@Unbrickme thx
Im not subscribed and watching many videos 🤣
Go change it NOW! :D
We’re all entitled to our opinion except when these opinions are straight up Lies. No way 8110 is better them 8455 or 8868. Heck, we both know 42043 is also better then 8110. I’m not trying to flex but I have them all and I couldn’t disagree with you more. Off with your head!!!. 😂
I understand that the 8110 isn't the greatest one in terms of functionality, and the only reason I put it at number 1 is due to personal nostalgia I have had with the set. I have a question, since you own all of them, does that mean you also own the original pneumatic excavator from 1984? Because that's absolutely awesome!!!