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Experience high-speed action with this fully motorized, remote-controlled LEGO Technic set. With 370 pieces, build and power over obstacles with ease!

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🏛 Technic
Set #42065

RC Tracked Racer

The RC Tracked Racer is a fun, motorized Technic set with great playability.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for kids and teens interested in motorized LEGO Technic models ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 370 pcs 🎂 Ages 9+
★★★★☆ 4.2 from 6 reviews

Fans praise the RC Tracked Racer for its fun remote-control functionality and robust design, making it great for play. Some reviewers note that the build can be a bit repetitive, but the overall experience is positive, especially for younger builders.

📝 Our Take

The RC Tracked Racer is a fun, motorized Technic set with great playability. It offers a unique building experience focused on functionality and remote control, setting it apart from static display models.

This set is perfect for kids and Technic beginners interested in motorized functions. The build is engaging without being overly complex, and the remote control adds a dynamic element to play.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging build or a highly detailed display piece. Consider larger, more complex Technic sets like the Liebherr R 9800 Excavator for a more advanced experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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370
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
👤
9-16
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Assembling the tracked chassis and suspension system
  • Integrating the Power Functions motor and receiver
  • Learning about gear ratios and mechanical movement
  • Testing the remote control functionality and maneuverability

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B
Investment Grade
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The RC Tracked Racer, being a retired Technic set with motorized functions, presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its initial MSRP was reasonable, and the current aftermarket price reflects some appreciation. The playability factor and the Technic theme's enduring popularity support its potential for further value increase, especially if kept in sealed condition. However, the relatively low piece count compared to other Technic sets might limit its long-term growth potential. Its value is tied to the desirability of Power Functions components, which are becoming less common in newer sets.

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📖 About This Set

Spin, turn, clamber over obstacles and race at breakneck speed with this fully motorized, remote-controlled LEGO® Technic RC Tracked Racer, featuring a lime-green, white and black color scheme with decorative stickers, driver’s cab with roll bars and two large tracks, each powered by six wheels. Drive forward or backward, left or right and make 360° turns. Rebuild to create an RC Off-Road Truck.

  • Features a high-speed, fully motorized, remote-controlled vehicle with large tracks.
  • Check out the fresh lime-green, white and black color scheme with cool stickers.
  • Drive forward, backward, left and right, perform turns up to 360° and drive over large obstacles with ease.
  • A uniquely decorated LEGO® Technic 40th Anniversary brick is included with this model.
  • Includes the following LEGO® Power Functions components: two medium motors, one receiver, one battery box and a remote control.
  • This LEGO® Technic model is designed to provide an immersive and rewarding building experience.
  • This set offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 9-16.
  • Designed for indoor use only.
  • 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into an RC Off-Road Truck.
  • Batteries not included.
  • RC Tracked Racer measures over 3” (9cm) high, 8” (22cm) long and 6” (16cm) wide.
  • RC Off-Road Truck measures over 5” (15cm) high, 7” (20cm) long and 6” (16cm) wide.

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Technic sets in its price range, the RC Tracked Racer prioritizes playability and motorized functions over intricate detail. While sets like the Rally Car (42077-1) offer a more complex building experience and realistic aesthetics, the RC Tracked Racer provides the unique element of remote control. Consider the RC Tracked Racer if you prioritize active play and motorized features, but opt for other Technic vehicles if you prefer a more challenging build and detailed display.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 56 unique parts • 370 total pieces

Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Perpendicular Axles Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 10197 Black
Flag 2 x 2 Square, Flat Clip Edge [Thick Clips] Flag 2 x 2 Square...
Part #: 11055 White
Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 11214 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing #21 5L Small Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11946 White
Technic Panel Fairing #22 5L Small Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 11947 White
Technic Panel 3 x 11 x 1 Technic Panel 3 x...
Part #: 15458 Black
Technic Axle 5 with Stop Technic Axle 5 wi...
Part #: 15462 10× Reddish Brown
Battery Box, Power Functions 4 x 11 x 7 with Orange Switch and Dark Bluish Gray Covers [Complete Assembly] [New Version] Battery Box, Powe...
Part #: 16511 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Curved 7 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 24119 Black
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 39× Black
Sticker Sheet for Set 42065-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 29042 [No Color/Any Color]
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Blue
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 11× Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 Red
Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape Thin Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32056 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Technic Axle 5 Technic Axle 5
Part #: 32073 Yellow
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b 12× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Double with Axle Hole Technic Pin Doubl...
Part #: 32138 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32291 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 White
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 Lime
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick with Black '40 1977 - 2017' and 24 Tooth Gear Print Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523pr0001 White
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 White
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Black
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Lime
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 14× Red
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Lime
Technic Tooth 1 x 3 with Axle Hole [Rounded Underside] Technic Tooth 1 x...
Part #: 41669 Trans-Clear
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Split Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 41678 Red
Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] Technic Wedge Bel...
Part #: 4185 12× White
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 Black
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 18× Blue
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Tread Sprocket Wheel Large 10 Tooth Technic Tread Spr...
Part #: 57519 White
Motor, Medium, Power Functions, 3 x 6 x 3 with Dark Bluish Gray Bottom and 20cm Wire Motor, Medium, Po...
Part #: 58120 Light Bluish Gray
Control Unit, IR, Power Functions, with Dark Bluish Gray Bottom Control Unit, IR,...
Part #: 58122 Light Bluish Gray
Receiver Unit, IR, Power Functions Receiver Unit, IR...
Part #: 58123a Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 5.5 with Stop [Rounded Short End] Technic Axle 5.5 ...
Part #: 59426 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 60483 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 Black
Technic Axle 9 Technic Axle 9
Part #: 60485 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 63869 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 Lime
Technic Panel Fairing # 4 Small Smooth Long, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64391 White
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 White
Technic Panel Fairing # 3 Small Smooth Long, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64683 Lime
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 26× Blue
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 4L / 3.2cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c04 Black
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 13L / 10.4cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c13 Black
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Big Squared Pin Holes] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 87082 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced Technic Link Trea...
Part #: 88323 74× Black
The set features a large quantity of Black Technic Link Treads, ideal for creating custom tracked vehicles. It also includes a good assortment of Technic pins and connectors for building complex mechanisms.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Black Technic Link Tread Wide with Two Pin Holes, Reinforced (74x) $14.80
Black Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots (39x) $1.95
Blue Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots (26x) $2.60
White Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] (12x) $1.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$21.15

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Custom tracked vehicles with different functionalities
🤖 A small tracked robot with obstacle avoidance capabilities
🌳 A miniature tracked snow groomer

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What YouTubers Say

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Richard Martin from The Learning Tree presents a neutral review of the LEGO Technic 42065 RC Tracked Racer, noting the inclusion of Power Functions and two motors. He specifically points out the unique 40th Anniversary printed Technic beam as a key feature of the set.

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Richard Martin from The Learning Tree presents a neutral review of the LEGO Technic 42065 RC Tracked Racer, noting the inclusion of Power Functions and two motors. He specifically points out the unique 40th Anniversary printed Technic beam as a key feature of the set.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 4

RC Tracked Racer Instructions
42065_X_RC Off-Road Truck
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RC Tracked Racer Instructions
42065_X_Measurements
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RC Tracked Racer Instructions
BI 3019/68+4, 42065 V39
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RC Tracked Racer Instructions
BI 3019/68+4, 42065 V29
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Charts Inventory Statistics

56
Unique Parts
370
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1