In an exciting collaboration, McLaren Automotive and the LEGO Group have unveiled their latest masterpiece: the LEGO Technic McLaren P1. This set celebrates the iconic hybrid hypercar, renowned for its groundbreaking engineering and performance. With this release, the LEGO Technic team has captured the essence of the McLaren P1, bringing its spirit and innovation to life in stunning detail.
Capturing the Essence of the McLaren P1
The McLaren P1, famous for its advanced motorsport-based engineering, set new standards in the automotive world with its weight reduction, high-speed performance, powertrain, and aerodynamics. The LEGO Technic version, part of the Ultimate Car Concept Series, replicates these features in a 1:8 scale model. The set includes 3,893 pieces, making it a challenging and immersive build for enthusiasts. Key highlights include a 7-speed gearbox with two shifter drums, suspension, a V8 piston engine, an adjustable rear wing, and opening dihedral doors with an advanced mechanism, all designed to provide an authentic and engaging building experience.
Engineering Excellence and Collaboration
Designed in close collaboration with McLaren Automotive, the LEGO Technic team faced the challenge of incorporating as much functionality as possible into the model. The result is a testament to both the real McLaren P1 and LEGO Technic’s engineering excellence. According to Tobias Sühlmann, Chief Design Officer at McLaren Automotive, the collaboration aims to inspire future designers and engineers to push the boundaries of automotive innovation. LEGO designer Kasper Rene Hansen emphasized the effort to capture the intricate details of the P1, including the iconic butterfly doors, which required a new mechanism to stay open.
Availability and Special Offers
The LEGO Technic McLaren P1 will be available from August 1, 2024, at LEGO stores and on the official website. LEGO Insiders who purchase the set between August 1 and August 7, 2024, will receive a special gift with purchase: the LEGO Technic McLaren P1 Logo. This release is sure to excite both LEGO and automotive enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of creativity, engineering, and automotive history in a single set.
Details
- Price: $449.99
- Piece Count: 3,893
- Age: 18+
- Set Number: 42172
- Dimensions: 5.5 inches (14 cm) high, 23 inches (59 cm) long, and 9.5 inches (25 cm) wide
