Power Up Your Builds!
With the Medium Angular Motor

Bring your LEGO creations to life with precise movement and control. Perfect for STEM learning and advanced robotics projects.

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Set #88018

Medium Angular Motor

Medium Angular Motor is the precision powerhouse for your LEGO Technic creations.

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Who it's for
Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for robotics students, STEM learners, and Technic builders upgrading their motorized models
Build
1 pieces · about 0.1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$39.99 list price · $39.99 per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.6 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Builders praise the exceptional precision and integrated rotation sensor for robotics projects, though some note the higher price point for a single electronic component.

📝 Our Take

AI-assisted editorial summary, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

Medium Angular Motor is the precision powerhouse for your LEGO Technic creations. With an integrated rotation sensor that reports both speed and position, this component elevates simple motorized models into programmable, highly accurate robotic builds.

This set is perfect for STEM enthusiasts, robotics builders, and advanced Technic fans. It seamlessly integrates with the Powered Up ecosystem to provide precise control over steering, lifting mechanisms, and complex automated functions.

Skip this if you are strictly a static display builder or only use older Power Functions systems. Without a compatible Hub like the Large Hub 88016, this motor cannot function on its own.

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🧱 Building Experience

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1
Pieces
⏱
0.1h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
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6+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Plug-and-play integration with the Powered Up Large Hub
  • Integrated rotation sensor for exact speed and position tracking
  • Compact medium-form-factor design fits easily into tight chassis
  • Essential component for programmable robotics and automated functions

📈 Investment Analysis

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Not enough price history for a trend
B+
Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
As a specialized electronic component from the Powered Up ecosystem, the Medium Angular Motor holds a steady niche value among Technic and robotics builders. Because LEGO electronics are produced in lower quantities and eventually phased out or updated, retired motors tend to retain their value well on the secondary market. Educational institutions and MOC builders constantly search for these motors to upgrade existing builds. While electronic elements don't always appreciate with the explosive growth of retired UCS or modular sets, they provide reliable liquidity and consistent demand. If you acquire these below retail or as part of a lot, they are safe bets for resale, though storage and testing require a bit more care than standard plastic bricks.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to the basic Large or Small motors, the Medium Angular Motor includes built-in feedback sensors that make it superior for automated steering and precise positioning in robotics builds.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
1
Parts cataloged in this inventory
1 unique parts, 1 pieces
This set consists solely of the Medium Angular Motor featuring an integrated rotation sensor and connecting cable for the Powered Up system.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Motor, Medium Servo SPIKE (1x) $39.99
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$39.99

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Programmable robotic rovers and autonomous vehicles
🚗 Custom Technic cars with precise steering and drive mechanisms
🏛 Automated factory machinery and sorting lines

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Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos
3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
BlockTalk AI

LeggoMyJamesO, under the channel BrickTsar, consistently provides positive reviews of LEGO train sets, particularly those that are rare, vintage, or offer unique designs. The reviews focus on the value, collectibility, and playability of the sets, highlighting their historical context and aesthetic appeal.

Community Sentiment

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Reddit

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YouTube

3.0 /5
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BlockTalk AI Analysis

LeggoMyJamesO, under the channel BrickTsar, consistently provides positive reviews of LEGO train sets, particularly those that are rare, vintage, or offer unique designs. The reviews focus on the value, collectibility, and playability of the sets, highlighting their historical context and aesthetic appeal.

What the Community Says

5 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk AI Summary

BrickTsar's reviews cover a range of LEGO train-related sets, from complete collections to individual stations and railways. The reviewer emphasizes the unique features, design, and overall satisfaction with the sets, particularly praising the colors, stickers, and clean design of the Logging Railway.

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

Charts Inventory Statistics

1
Unique Parts
1
Official Piece Count
1
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1

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