How many pieces are in the Flatbed Truck?

Flatbed Truck contains 1,115 pieces.

When was the Flatbed Truck released?

Flatbed Truck was released in 2011.

🏛 Technic

Set #8109

Flatbed Truck

The Flatbed Truck is a solid Technic set with great functionality.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for teens and adults interested in learning about Technic mechanisms and functionality.
Build: 1,115 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $99.99 list price · 9.0¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

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

Fans appreciate the Flatbed Truck for its realistic functions and engaging build, though some find the color scheme a bit bland. Its a good introduction to Technic building, but some complain about the lack of more advanced features for experienced builders.

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📝 Our Take

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The Flatbed Truck is a solid Technic set with great functionality. This 2011 model features working steering, a functional flatbed tilting mechanism, and a winch, providing a good introduction to Technic functions.

This set is perfect for Technic beginners and intermediate builders. With a reasonable piece count and clear instructions, it's a rewarding build that demonstrates fundamental Technic principles. The play features also add to its appeal.

Skip this if you're looking for advanced building techniques or complex features. While functional, more recent Technic sets offer more intricate designs and challenging builds. Consider sets like the Mobile Crane MK II for a more complex experience.

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1,115

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Working steering mechanism
Functional tilting flatbed controlled by gears
Winch system for loading and unloading
Sturdy construction suitable for play

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⏳ Retired

The Flatbed Truck, released in 2011, is a retired Technic set that has seen moderate appreciation over time. Its appeal lies in its functional design and manageable piece count, making it attractive to both builders and collectors. While not a high-demand set, its rarity as a retired model contributes to its investment potential. However, the Technic theme can be unpredictable, and the set's value is largely dependent on its condition and completeness.

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Compared to other Technic vehicles around the same price point, the Flatbed Truck offers a good balance of functionality and build complexity. While sets like the Quad Bike may be cheaper, the Flatbed Truck provides a more substantial building experience. For those seeking more advanced features, the Mobile Crane MK II offers a more complex build but at a higher price.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 1,115
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 124 unique parts, 1,115 pieces

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

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 8× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Red

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2444 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 4× Trans-Clear

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 182× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2817 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Steering ...

Part #: 2819 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× White

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Red

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Yellow

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 7× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Trans-Clear

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Clear

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Orange

Part #: 30395 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 5× Trans-Orange

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 4× Black

Technic Pin 3/4

Part #: 32002 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32009 4× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32009 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 18× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32014 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32015 4× Red

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 9× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 5× Red

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 5× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 32054 25× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32056 10× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 37× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32063 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32068 2× Black

Technic Knob Wheel

Part #: 32072 2× Yellow

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 17× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 23× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Doubl...

Part #: 32138 5× Black

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 32140 6× Yellow

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 32140 12× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 32140 4× Red

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 32198 1× Tan

Axle Hose, Soft 11L

Part #: 32199 2× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32249 8× Red

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 32269 1× Black

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 32269 2× Tan

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 32270 9× Black

Part #: 32278 11× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32278 3× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32278 3× Yellow

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32291 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 5× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 4× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 21× Yellow

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32524 4× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32524 7× Yellow

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 4× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32526 4× Blue

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32526 6× Red

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32526 16× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 32526 2× Yellow

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 32556 8× Tan

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 33299a 3× Black

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× White

Technic Gear 8 Tooth

Part #: 3647 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 24 T...

Part #: 3648b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 10× Black

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 4× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Black

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 24× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 4032a 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 40490 4× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 40490 9× Yellow

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 40490 5× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 3× Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 3× Yellow

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 18× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 41678 5× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 16× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 20× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 56× Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 1× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 1× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 1× Red

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 43857 7× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 7

Part #: 44294 7× Light Bluish Gray

Tyre 43.2 x 22 ZR

Part #: 44309 6× Black

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 28× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Worm Gear

Part #: 4716 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 48989 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Orange

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Clear

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Red

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel 30.4 x 20 w...

Part #: 56145 6× Light Bluish Gray

String Cord Thin ...

Part #: 56823c50 1× Black

Battery Box, Powe...

Part #: 58119 1× Light Bluish Gray

Motor, Medium, Po...

Part #: 58120 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 18× Black

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 60483 18× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 60484 5× Black

Technic Axle 9

Part #: 60485 5× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Panel Car...

Part #: 61070 1× Yellow

Technic Panel Car...

Part #: 61071 1× Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Clear

String Reel 2 x 1...

Part #: 61510 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 3× Yellow

Technic Panel Cur...

Part #: 62531 2× Red

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 3× Yellow

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 63869 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 5 x ...

Part #: 64178 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64393 2× Yellow

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64681 2× Yellow

Technic Gear Rack...

Part #: 64781 2× Black

Technic Panel 5 x...

Part #: 64782 6× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 6536 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 6542b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 75× Blue

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 6587 3× Dark Tan

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 6589 2× Tan

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 6632 11× Black

Technic Changeove...

Part #: 6641 1× Red

Technic Gear 24 T...

Part #: 76244 1× White

Rubber Belt Small...

Part #: 85543 1× White

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 87080 2× Yellow

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 87080 1× Red

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 87082 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 87083 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 87086 2× Yellow

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 87086 1× Red

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 87408 2× Black

Technic Gear Rack...

Part #: 87761 1× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 88930 4× Yellow

Technic Gear 16 T...

Part #: 94925 2× Light Bluish Gray

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 95745 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set offers a good selection of Technic pins, axles, and beams in various colors, providing a solid foundation for MOC builders. The quantity of blue and light bluish gray elements is particularly useful.