How many pieces are in the Excavator Transport?

Excavator Transport contains 305 pieces.

When was the Excavator Transport released?

Excavator Transport was released in 2012.

🏛 Construction

Set #4203

Excavator Transport

The Excavator Transport is a solid addition to any LEGO City construction layout.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Younger LEGO fans and those new to the Construction theme.
Build: 305 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the set's classic construction theme and the inclusion of both a truck and excavator, providing good play value. Some reviewers find the build to be too simple and the set somewhat lacking in detail compared to more recent construction sets.

Best Price

$89.00

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📝 Our Take

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The Excavator Transport is a solid addition to any LEGO City construction layout. Released in 2012, this set provides a classic combination of a truck and excavator, offering plenty of play possibilities and display appeal.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO enthusiasts and those new to the Construction theme. The build is straightforward, providing a satisfying experience without being overly complex, and the inclusion of two minifigures enhances the play value.

Skip this if you're looking for a more challenging build or advanced Technic features. Consider larger Technic construction vehicles for a more intricate building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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305

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward build
Good introduction to vehicle construction
Includes both a truck and an excavator
Features functional elements like a rotating excavator arm

📈 Investment Analysis

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C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Excavator Transport, while not the most sought-after set, holds some investment potential due to its retired status and the enduring popularity of the LEGO City Construction theme. Its relatively low piece count and common minifigures may limit significant appreciation, but well-maintained, sealed sets could see a modest increase in value over time. Keep in mind that its original MSRP was reasonable, so explosive growth is unlikely.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to larger LEGO Technic construction vehicles, the Excavator Transport offers a simpler build experience suitable for younger builders. While sets like the LEGO City Loader and Tipper Truck offer alternative construction vehicles, the Excavator Transport's combination of truck and excavator provides unique play opportunities.

2 Minifigures Included

Miner, Dark Red Flannel Shirt, Dark Tan Legs, Mining Hat, Goatee Beard and Goggles

5 parts

Miner, Dark Blue Shirt with Harness, Red Cap, Stubble

4 parts

The set includes two construction worker minifigures, adding to the playability. These minifigures are fairly common, which slightly diminishes the overall value of the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 305
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 104 unique parts, 296 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The piece count includes the 9 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

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Plate 2 x 3

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Plate 2 x 2

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Plate 4 x 4

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Plate 2 x 8

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Technic Axle 5

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Plate 1 x 8

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Brick Sloped Inve...

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Plate 1 x 6

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Plate 1 x 6

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Technic Pin witho...

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Black

Part #: 3795 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Red

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right

Part #: 3821 1× Green

Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left

Part #: 3822 1× Green

Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2

Part #: 3823 1× Trans-Brown

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Red

Tool Pickaxe

Part #: 3841 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Equipment Cup / M...

Part #: 3899 1× Yellow

Plate 6 x 6

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Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

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Plate 8 x 8

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Brick Sloped 33° ...

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Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

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Part #: 59443 1× Reddish Brown

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Trans-Orange

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 10× Light Bluish Gray

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Equipment Dynamit...

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Vehicle Base, Tra...

Part #: 87058 1× Light Bluish Gray

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Plate 2 x 14

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Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

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Part #: 92593 1× Dark Bluish Gray

The set contains a good selection of basic bricks and plates in useful colors, making it a decent source for general building parts. The inclusion of several grille tiles and small tires can be valuable for MOC builders focused on vehicles.

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✓ In Stock

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (13x) $1.30

Black Tyre 21 x 12 with Offset Tread Small Wide and Center Band (10x) $1.50

Light Bluish Gray Wheel 11 x 12 with Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin (10x) $1.00

Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (8x) $0.80

Green Plate 1 x 6 (7x) $0.35

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.95

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Mobile crane truck MOC

🚗 Modified excavator with enhanced functionality

🏙 Construction site diorama expansion

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Iгорюшины ИгрУши provides a positive Russian-language unboxing and build of the LEGO City Excavator Transport 4203. The video details the included parts and demonstrates the final assembled model, emphasizing the excavator and transport platform.