Customized for Adventure!
Build Your Own Pick-Up Truck

Experience the power and versatility of this 1,063-piece Technic set. With rugged suspension, a V6 engine, and a working winch, it's ready for any challenge!

🏛 Technic
Set #42029

Customized Pick up Truck

The Customized Pick Up Truck is a fantastic Technic set with a rugged design.

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Who it's for
Ages 10+ · Intermediate build Ideal for Technic fans and those interested in vehicle mechanics and functionality
Build
1,063 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$99.99 list price · 9.4¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 105 ratings

Fans appreciate the realistic design and functional features of the Customized Pick Up Truck. The optional Power Functions upgrade is a plus, but some find the building process repetitive due to the large number of pins used.

📝 Our Take

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The Customized Pick Up Truck is a fantastic Technic set with a rugged design. The set's large wheels, independent suspension, and tipping bed offer a realistic and engaging building experience, especially for those interested in vehicle mechanics.

This set is perfect for Technic enthusiasts and builders aged 10-16. The 1063 pieces provide a challenging but rewarding build, with the option to motorize it using Power Functions for added playability and functionality.

Skip this if you prefer minifigure-scale models or simpler builds. Consider Creator Expert vehicles like the Ford Mustang or Fiat 500 for a different building experience and display aesthetic.

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🧱 Building Experience

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1,063
Pieces
⏱
4.5h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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10-16
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Functional steering and suspension system
  • Detailed V6 engine with moving pistons
  • Tipping bed for realistic play
  • Optional Power Functions upgrade for motorized features

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
The Customized Pick Up Truck (42029-1) is a retired Technic set from 2014, featuring over 1000 pieces and the potential for motorization. Its appeal lies in its robust design and functionality, making it attractive to Technic collectors. Given its retirement status and the enduring popularity of Technic vehicles, this set has the potential to appreciate in value, especially if kept in good condition with the box and instructions. However, the investment potential is moderate compared to licensed themes or limited-edition sets.

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📖 About This Set

Drive off-road with this robust LEGO® Pick up Truck!

Transport heavy loads over rough terrain with the giant, red Pick Up Truck! This rugged vehicle has huge wheels, a robust chassis, fully independent suspension, a large V-6 engine, sturdy grill guard with winch and a tipping bed. Upgrade with the 8293 Power Functions motor set (not supplied) and you have a motorized winch and bed, plus bright LED headlights! Rebuilds into an awesome Forest Skidder.

  • Features huge wheels, fully independent suspension, tipping bed, sturdy grill guard with working winch, opening doors and front steering
  • Check out the powerful V-6 engine!
  • Open up the hinged doors
  • Tip the bed and deliver the load!
  • 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Forest Skidder
  • Upgrade with the 8293 LEGO® Power Functions set (not included) for working LED headlights and a motorized winch and bed 
  • Customized Pick Up Truck measures over 7” (19cm) high, 16” (41cm) long and 7” (20cm) wide
  • Forest Skidder measures over 6” (16cm) high, 18” (47cm) long and 6” (17cm) wide

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Technic vehicle sets in its price range, the Customized Pick Up Truck offers a good balance of complexity and functionality. Sets like the LEGO Technic Monster Jam series offer a different, more play-oriented experience. For a larger and more complex build, consider flagship Technic sets like the Land Rover Defender, but this set provides a more accessible entry point into Technic vehicle construction.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
1,063
Parts cataloged in this inventory
130 unique parts, 1,063 pieces
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Perpendicular Axles Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 10197 8× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Complete Underside Rib] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 10247 2× Red
Technic Gear 8 Tooth [Reinforced] Technic Gear 8 To...
Part #: 10928 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 11214 39× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 4 Bent - Beam with 90 Hole Ø 4.8 Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 11455 2× Black
Technic Panel Fairing #21 5L Small Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11946 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing #22 5L Small Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11947 1× Red
Technic Steering Portal with 2 Pin Holes and 2 Ball Joint Arms Technic Steering ...
Part #: 11949 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Steering Portal with 2 Pin Holes Technic Steering ...
Part #: 11950 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 10 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 11954 3× Red
Technic Beam 3 x 5 Thick [90° Offset Centre Beam Holes] Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 14720 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel 3 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 3 x...
Part #: 15458 2× Red
Technic Axle 5 with Stop Technic Axle 5 wi...
Part #: 15462 3× Dark Tan
Sticker Sheet for Set 42029-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 16179 1× [No Color/Any Color]
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 18575 1× Tan
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 2× Trans-Clear
Technic Axle Towball Technic Axle Towball
Part #: 2736 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 204× Black
Technic Steering Wheel Small (3 Studs Diameter) Technic Steering ...
Part #: 2819 1× Black
Technic Engine Cylinder without Side Slots, with Bottom Slots Technic Engine Cy...
Part #: 2850b 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Engine Piston Round Technic Engine Pi...
Part #: 2851 6× Yellow
Technic Engine Connecting Rod Technic Engine Co...
Part #: 2852 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Engine Crankshaft Technic Engine Cr...
Part #: 2853 2× Yellow
Technic Engine Crankshaft Center Technic Engine Cr...
Part #: 2854 2× Tan
Hook with Towball Hook with Towball
Part #: 30395 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 2× Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 3/4 Technic Pin 3/4
Part #: 32002 6× Tan
Technic Link 1 x 6 without Stoppers Technic Link 1 x ...
Part #: 32005a 2× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 4× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 3× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #5 - 112.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32015 2× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32017 4× Yellow
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 7× Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 46× Red
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 13× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 6 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32063 16× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32065 2× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32068 2× Black
Technic Axle 5 Technic Axle 5
Part #: 32073 18× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b 5× Yellow
Technic Pin Double with Axle Hole Technic Pin Doubl...
Part #: 32138 2× Black
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 11× Red
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 16× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 15× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Driving Ring Extension, 4 Ridges Technic Driving R...
Part #: 32187 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #4 - 135° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32192 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 32198 1× Tan
Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thin Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32249 2× Black
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 32270 4× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 2× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 10× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 4× Red
Technic Pin Connector Block 1 x 5 x 3 Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32333 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Bent (4 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32348 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Steering / CV Joint Technic Steering ...
Part #: 32494 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 7× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 6× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 4× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 12× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 3× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 7× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 13× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 4× Red
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 4× Blue
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32556 7× Tan
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular Long Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32557 2× Black
Technic Gear 24 Tooth [New Style with Single Axle Hole] Technic Gear 24 T...
Part #: 3648b 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 3× Black
Technic Axle 6 Technic Axle 6
Part #: 3706 7× Black
Technic Axle 8 Technic Axle 8
Part #: 3707 1× Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 25× Red
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 3× Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 8× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 4× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Split Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 41678 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 5× Red
Wheel 11 x 8 with Center Groove Wheel 11 x 8 with...
Part #: 42610 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 4274 11× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 9× Blue
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 43857 14× Red
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 3× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 2 Bent Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 44809 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 2 Bent Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 44809 8× Red
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 17× Light Bluish Gray
Tyre 81.6 x 38 R Balloon Tyre 81.6 x 38 R ...
Part #: 45982 4× Black
Technic Worm Gear Technic Worm Gear
Part #: 4716 1× Black
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 48989 8× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 8 with Stop Technic Axle 8 wi...
Part #: 55013 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3 x 3 Bent with 4 Pins (Pin Ridges Across Part) Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 55615 2× Light Bluish Gray
String Cord Thin (0.5mm) 100cm String Cord Thin ...
Part #: 56823c100 1× Black
Wheel 43.2 x 26 Technic Racing Small with 6 Pinholes Wheel 43.2 x 26 T...
Part #: 56908 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Steering Arm 5.5 x 2 with Towball Socket Rounded, Chamfered Technic Steering ...
Part #: 57515 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Light Cover 1 x 1 Round with Internal Bar / Bionicle Barraki Eye Light Cover 1 x 1...
Part #: 58176 2× White
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 21× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 60483 14× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 15× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 9 Technic Axle 9
Part #: 60485 8× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 6× Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Red
String Reel 2 x 1 x 2 Drum with Axle Hole String Reel 2 x 1...
Part #: 61510 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Universal Joint 3L [Complete Assembly] Technic Universal...
Part #: 61903 4× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Gear Differential with Inner Tabs and Closed Center, 28 Bevel Teeth [Beveled Edge] Technic Gear Diff...
Part #: 62821b 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 63869 8× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 5 x 11 with 3 x 5 Opening Frame Thick Technic Beam 5 x ...
Part #: 64178 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick Technic Beam Fram...
Part #: 64179 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing #17 Large Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64392 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing #13 Large Short Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64394 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing #14 Large Short Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64680 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing #18 Large Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64682 1× Red
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 1× Red
Technic Panel 5 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 5 x...
Part #: 64782 9× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 17× Black
Technic Axle Connector Ridged [with x Hole x Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 6538b 1× Tan
Technic Driving Ring 2L, 4 Ridges Technic Driving R...
Part #: 6539 1× Red
Technic Gear 16 Tooth with Clutch [Smooth] Technic Gear 16 T...
Part #: 6542b 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 93× Blue
Technic Axle 3 with Stud Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 6587 14× Dark Tan
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 6589 5× Tan
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 6628 6× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (6 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6629 8× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 1× Yellow
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 9× Red
Technic Changeover Catch - + opening Technic Changeove...
Part #: 6641 1× Red
Technic Shock Absorber 6.5L with Hard Spring, Tight Coil in Middle [Complete Assembly] Technic Shock Abs...
Part #: 76537 4× Yellow
Hose, Ribbed 7mm D. 11L / 8.8cm Hose, Ribbed 7mm ...
Part #: 78c11 2× Flat Silver
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Big Squared Pin Holes] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 87082 6× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Toggle Joint Smooth Double with Axle and Pin Holes Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 87408 2× Black
Technic Gear Rack 1 x 7 with Axle and Pin Holes Technic Gear Rack...
Part #: 87761 1× Black
Technic Linear Actuator Mini with Dark Bluish Gray Head and Orange Axle Technic Linear Ac...
Part #: 92693 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Steering / CV Joint Axle Technic Steering ...
Part #: 92906 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Steering Hub for Portal Axle Technic Steering ...
Part #: 92909 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 16 Tooth Reinforced [New Style] Technic Gear 16 T...
Part #: 94925 10× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 with Centre Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 99008 1× Tan
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type II] Technic Beam Tria...
Part #: 99773 2× Black
This set contains a large number of Technic pins, making it a great source for builders who need these common but essential parts for their own creations. The variety of beams and connectors in light and dark bluish gray are also useful for MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

204x Black Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots (204x) $10.20
93x Blue Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots (93x) $4.65
46x Red Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] (46x) $2.30
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$17.15

💡 MOC Potential

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📖 Building Instructions 5

Customized Pick up Truck Instructions
42029_X_42029 Forest Skidder 1 of 3
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Customized Pick up Truck Instructions
42029_X_42029 Forest Skidder 2 of 3
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Customized Pick up Truck Instructions
42029_X_42029 Forest Skidder 3 of 3
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Customized Pick up Truck Instructions
BI 3019/80+4*- 42029 V29/39 2/2
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Charts Inventory Statistics

130
Unique Parts
1,063
Official Piece Count
1,063
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
0
Minifigures
16
Spare Parts
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