How many pieces are in the Radio Control Racer?

Radio Control Racer contains 298 pieces.

When was the Radio Control Racer released?

Radio Control Racer was released in 1998.

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Set #5600

Radio Control Racer

The Radio Control Racer is a nostalgic trip back to late 90s LEGO innovation.

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Who it's for: Intermediate build LEGO Technic enthusiasts and collectors interested in vintage RC sets
Build: 298 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $79.99 list price · 26.8¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating

Fans appreciate the nostalgic value and unique RC functionality of this set. However, some criticize the limited range of the remote control and the relatively simple building techniques compared to modern Technic sets.

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The Radio Control Racer is a nostalgic trip back to late 90s LEGO innovation. Combining Technic building with early remote control functionality, this set offered a unique play experience for its time, standing out with its bright color scheme and robust design.

This set is perfect for LEGO Technic enthusiasts and collectors interested in vintage RC sets. The build provides a decent challenge, and the remote control function adds an interactive element not commonly found in sets of this era.

Skip this if you're looking for cutting-edge RC technology or a purely display-focused model. Modern RC sets offer more advanced features, and collectors might prefer the sleek aesthetics of newer Technic supercars.

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298

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Integration of early LEGO RC technology
Sturdy Technic frame designed for movement
Bright and eye-catching color scheme
Functional remote control steering and drive

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⏳ Retired

The Radio Control Racer presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its age and the nostalgia factor associated with early LEGO RC sets contribute to its appeal among collectors. The rising price trend indicates increasing demand. However, the set's play-focused design and potential wear on electronic components should be considered. Complete sets with working RC units will command the highest prices.

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Compared to modern LEGO Technic RC sets, the Radio Control Racer uses simpler RC technology. Sets like the 42124-1 Off-Road Buggy offer more advanced features and app control. However, the 5600-1 offers a unique retro charm and a glimpse into early LEGO RC development. Collectors interested in the history of LEGO RC technology may prefer this set over newer models.

1 Minifigure Included

Racer, Black Torso, Black Legs, Black Helmet

5 parts

The set includes a single Racer minifigure with a classic black torso and helmet, typical for early LEGO drivers. While not particularly rare, it contributes to the overall vintage appeal of the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 298
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 86 unique parts, 293 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 5 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.

Antenna 6H withou...

Part #: 104 2× Chrome Silver

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Chrome Silver

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 2× Green

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 2436 2× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 2× Green

Windscreen 10 x 4...

Part #: 2507pr0001 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2653 6× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Green

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 3× Black

Brick 2 x 4 with ...

Part #: 3001pr0006 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 4× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 3× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× Black

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 4× Green

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Yellow

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Green

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Green

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Green

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3038 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 4× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 3× Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 4× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Light Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with A...

Part #: 3069bpr0038 1× Black

Hinge Plate 2 x 5...

Part #: 3149bc01 2× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 2× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3297pr0022 1× Yellow

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 4× Yellow

Part #: 3475b 2× Black

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3585 1× Green

Wedge, Plate 7 x ...

Part #: 3586 1× Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Green

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 4× Yellow

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 4× Green

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 2× Light Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Green

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747a 1× Green

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747a 1× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747a 2× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 2× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Green

Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2

Part #: 3823 2× Trans-Light Blue

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 2× Red

Wedge Plate 8 x 4...

Part #: 3933 1× Black

Wedge Plate 8 x 4...

Part #: 3934 1× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3937 3× Red

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 3× Light Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Black

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 1× Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4085c 4× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4161 2× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4175 2× Light Gray

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4213 2× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 6× Green

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 4× Red

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 6× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4287a 2× Black

Hinge Vehicle Roo...

Part #: 4315 3× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4510 2× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 2× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 4859 1× Green

Ramp, RC Racer

Part #: 5600cdb01 2× [No Color/Any Color]

Bridge Panel (RC ...

Part #: 5600cdb02 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 8× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 6...

Part #: 6106 2× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 7× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 7× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 5× Yellow

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 6153a 1× Black

Plate Special 6 x...

Part #: 6205 1× Black

Brick 2 x 6 x 3 w...

Part #: 6213pr0008 3× Black

Brick 2 x 6 x 3 w...

Part #: 6213pr0009 2× Black

Brick 2 x 6 x 3 w...

Part #: 6213pr0010 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Yellow

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6564 1× Black

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6564 3× Yellow

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6564 1× Green

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6564 1× Red

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 3× Yellow

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 1× Green

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 1× Red

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 1× Black

Horn / Car Air Horn

Part #: 71182 2× Chrome Silver

Light Holder 1 x ...

Part #: 71183 4× Chrome Silver

Bar 4.5L with Sto...

Part #: 71184 4× Chrome Silver

Motor, RC Car Bas...

Part #: 71646c01 1× Black

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 71989 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Flexible Hose 8.5...

Part #: 73590c02b 2× Yellow

Hose Rigid 3mm D....

Part #: 75c11 2× Yellow

Bumper for RC Racer

Part #: upn0111 1× Yellow

Control Unit, RC ...

Part #: upn0265c01 1× Black

The set features a good selection of basic Technic elements and standard bricks in black, yellow, green, and red. The chrome silver elements add a touch of flair, and the various plates and slopes are useful for MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] (8x) $1.20

Chrome Silver Light Holder 1 x 1 x 2/3 with Bar 1L (4x) $1.60

Black Brick Special 1 x 4 with Groove (6x) $0.90

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.70

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modernized RC car with updated suspension

🤖 Convert into a basic walking robot platform

🚗 Create a custom off-road vehicle

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

298

Official Piece Count

293

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

The official piece count includes the 5 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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