How many pieces are in the Space Research Rover?

Space Research Rover contains 514 pieces.

What age is the Space Research Rover recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Space Research Rover released?

Space Research Rover was released in 2024.

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🏛 Friends

Set #42602

Space Research Rover

Name: Space Research Rover
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42602-1

The Space Research Rover is an awesome addition to the LEGO Friends lineup.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for LEGO Friends fans and children interested in space exploration. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 514 pcs

★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the set's vibrant colors, play features, and unique alien figures. Some reviewers find the rover design slightly repetitive, but overall, the set is well-received for its playability and value within the LEGO Friends theme.

Best Price

$39.95

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📝 Our Take

The Space Research Rover is an awesome addition to the LEGO Friends lineup! This set brings the excitement of space exploration to life with its detailed rover, alien figures, and fun play features.

This set is perfect for kids and LEGO Friends fans who love space adventures. The build is engaging but not too challenging, and the included minifigures add to the play possibilities. It's a great set for imaginative play and storytelling.

Skip this if you're looking for a highly complex building experience or a massive display piece. While the rover is well-designed, it's geared towards a younger audience. Consider LEGO City space sets for more challenging builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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514

Pieces

⏱

4.5h

Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Engaging build with varied techniques for the rover's chassis and laboratory
Incorporates Technic elements for sturdy construction and moving parts
Features a detailed interior with lab equipment and sample containers
Includes fun play features like a crane and rock sample analyzer

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

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The Space Research Rover has decent investment potential, particularly among LEGO Friends collectors and space enthusiasts. Its moderate piece count, coupled with the popularity of the Friends theme, suggests it will likely hold its value and potentially appreciate over time, especially after retirement. The inclusion of two alien figures adds to its appeal. However, its investment grade is tempered by the Friends theme, which may not command the same premium as licensed themes like Star Wars or Marvel.

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The Space Research Rover offers a unique blend of space exploration and the LEGO Friends aesthetic. Compared to LEGO City space sets, it provides a more colorful and character-driven experience. While LEGO City sets may offer more realistic designs, this set stands out with its charming details and focus on collaborative play.

3 Minifigures Included

Alien, Medium Azure, Large

2x included

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📦 Full Parts Inventory - 136 unique parts • 474 total pieces

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This set offers a good selection of white and lavender elements, useful for building futuristic or fantasy-themed MOCs. The inclusion of several rounded corner pieces and curved tiles allows for smooth, organic designs.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

White Brick Round Corner 3 x 3 x 1 No Studs (16x) $1.60

Medium Lavender Tile 2 x 2 Curved, Macaroni (16x) $2.40

Bright Light Orange Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] (9x) $2.70

Opal Trans-Dark Pink Plant, Fern 2 x 3 x 2 (8x) $4.00

Dark Purple Plate 2 x 2 Corner (10x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$12.20

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Create a larger space station module

🚗 Build a futuristic off-road vehicle

🌳 Design an alien landscape diorama

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 7 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers give the LEGO Friends Space Research Rover (42602) a mixed reception, focusing on its unique design within the Friends line. Reviewers like Tiago Catarino express surprise at how cool the set is, while others, such as ellieV, humorously note the potential dangers of alien lifeforms.

LEGO 2024 Space Explorer Rover & Alien Life 60431 review! Rolling sci-fi goodness

JANG's LEGO Reviews • 69.1K views Review

LEGO Friends Research Rover REVIEW

Tiago Catarino • 56.9K views Review

Aw cute alien lifeforms what could possibly go wrong? Lego Friends Space Research Rover build review

ellieV • 47.8K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 7 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

4 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

JANGBRiCKS offers an early look at the set, encouraging viewers to use affiliate links when purchasing. Reviews, including those by JANG's LEGO Reviews, highlight the set's sci-fi elements and rolling functionality, appealing to both LEGO Friends fans and space enthusiasts.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

4 videos

LEGO 2024 Space Explorer Rover & Alien Life 60431 review! Rolling sci-fi goodness

JANG's LEGO Reviews

69.1K views Review

LEGO Friends Research Rover REVIEW

Tiago Catarino

56.9K views Review

Aw cute alien lifeforms what could possibly go wrong? Lego Friends Space Research Rover build review

ellieV

47.8K views Review

Another LEGO Space set reveal! Space Research Rover 42602 (Friends)

JANGBRiCKS

19.5K views Review

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

Inventory Statistics

136

Unique Parts

474

Total Pieces

Minifigures

Inventory Version: 1

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3 Minifigures Included

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 136 unique parts • 474 total pieces

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