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🏛 Bionicle
Set #8995

Thornatus V9

The Thornatus V9 is a unique and formidable vehicle from the Bionicle universe.

🏆 Best For: Bionicle fans and Technic builders who enjoy complex vehicle models ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 438 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the Thornatus V9 for its unique design and complex build, but some find the color scheme less appealing than other Bionicle sets. The sphere-launching function is a highlight, but the overall playability is limited.

📝 Our Take

The Thornatus V9 is a unique and formidable vehicle from the Bionicle universe. Released in 2009, it showcases the ingenuity of the theme with its complex Technic construction and striking design, making it a standout model for collectors and fans alike.

This set is perfect for Bionicle enthusiasts and builders who enjoy Technic challenges. The building experience is engaging, resulting in a robust and visually impressive model that's great for display or imaginative play.

Skip this if you're not a fan of the Bionicle theme or prefer simpler building experiences. Consider other Technic sets or LEGO vehicles from themes like Star Wars or City for a different kind of build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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438
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Intricate Technic construction
  • Functional steering mechanism
  • Unique sphere launching feature
  • Robust and imposing final model

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
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The Thornatus V9 holds moderate investment potential due to its status as a retired Bionicle set. Bionicle has a dedicated fanbase, and unique sets like this one tend to appreciate over time. However, its investment potential is somewhat limited by the theme's niche appeal compared to more mainstream LEGO themes. Keeping the set sealed and in excellent condition will maximize its potential return. While not a guaranteed high-return investment, it's likely to hold or slightly increase in value, especially among Bionicle collectors.

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Compared to other Bionicle vehicles, the Thornatus V9 stands out for its complex Technic construction and unique sphere-launching function. While sets like the Toa Terrain Crawler (8926-1) offer different play features, the Thornatus V9 provides a more intricate building experience. Collectors interested in Technic functionality and unique Bionicle designs may prefer this set.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 93 unique parts • 363 total pieces

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 4 Thin with Stud Connector Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 2825 Black
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I] Technic Beam Tria...
Part #: 2905 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 Tan
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 Beam 1 x 5 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32017 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 14× Black
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 10× Red
Technic Axle 5 Technic Axle 5
Part #: 32073 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Double with Axle Hole Technic Pin Doubl...
Part #: 32138 Black
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 11× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 32198 Tan
Axle Hose, Soft 11L Axle Hose, Soft 11L
Part #: 32199 Black
Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thin Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32249 Black
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape with Quarter Ellipse Thin Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32250 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32271 Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 10× Tan
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32291 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Wishbone Suspension Arm 9L Technic Wishbone ...
Part #: 32294 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Black
Technic Gear 36 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 36 T...
Part #: 32498 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 Tan
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Black
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32556 Tan
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 Black
Technic Axle 12 Technic Axle 12
Part #: 3708 Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 11× Light Bluish Gray
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 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 Black
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Blue
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 28× Blue
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 2 Bent Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 44809 Light Bluish Gray
Large Figure Weapon Staff (Staff of Light Blade) Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 44813 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 12× Light Bluish Gray
Large Figure Skeletal, Limb, with 2 Ball Joints, and 3 Holes (Rahkshi) Large Figure Skel...
Part #: 45749 Dark Red
Large Figure Skeletal, Limb, with 2 Ball Joints (Toa Metru) Large Figure Skel...
Part #: 47297 Dark Red
Large Figure Foot, Toa Metru Large Figure Foot...
Part #: 47298 Dark Red
Large Figure Foot, Toa Metru Large Figure Foot...
Part #: 47298 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Skeletal, Torso with Beam, 2 Ball Joints, and 7 Tooth Half Gear Large Figure Skel...
Part #: 47306 Dark Red
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 48989 Light Bluish Gray
Large Figure Chest Cover (Toa Metru) Large Figure Ches...
Part #: 49423 Tan
Large Figure Limb Cover (Toa Inika) Large Figure Limb...
Part #: 53543 Dark Red
Large Figure Limb Cover / Torso Cover (Toa Inika) Large Figure Limb...
Part #: 53544 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Skeletal, Torso, Upper, with 2 Ball Joints (Toa Inika) Large Figure Skel...
Part #: 53545 Dark Bluish Gray
Large Figure Torso Cover, Armour, Toa Inika (Type 2) [Plain] Large Figure Tors...
Part #: 53547 Pearl Dark Gray
Large Figure Foot, Piraka Mechanical Large Figure Foot...
Part #: 53568 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector, Perpendicular with Extension Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 53586 Pearl Light Gray
Projectile, Large Figure Weapon, Zamor Sphere / Ball Projectile, Large...
Part #: 54821 16× Pearl Light Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3 x 3 Bent with 4 Pins (Pin Ridges Across Part) Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 55615 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Tread Sprocket Wheel Small with Glatorian Game Print Technic Tread Spr...
Part #: 57520pr0001 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Weapon Blade, Mahri Matoran Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 57563 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Weapon Claw, Barraki Protosteel Tri-Talon Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 57568 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Foot, Barraki Kalmah Large Figure Foot...
Part #: 58230 Pearl Dark 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 Light Bluish Gray
Wheel Hard Plastic Spoked Giant Thin 160 x 28 Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 59521 Black
Technic Axle Connector 2 x 3 with Ball Socket, Closed Sides, Squared Ends Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 60176 Black
Technic Axle Connector 2 x 3 with Ball Socket, Closed Sides, Squared Ends Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 60176 Dark Bluish Gray
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 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector 2 x 7 with Two Ball Joint Sockets [Squared Ends] Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 61054 Dark Red
Large Figure Weapon, Mistika Nynrah Ghost Blaster Scope with Crosshairs (Toa Gali) Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 61794 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Armor Panel / Shield Large Figure Armo...
Part #: 61805 Tan
Launcher, Large Figure Weapon Cannon, Midak Skyblaster with Black Housing [Complete Assembly] Launcher, Large F...
Part #: 62233 Pearl Light Gray
Large Figure Weapon Spined Long Blade Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 63149 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Beam 5 x 11 with 3 x 5 Opening Frame Thick Technic Beam 5 x ...
Part #: 64178 Light Bluish Gray
Large Figure Hand, Fist with Axle Hole, 3 Fingers Large Figure Hand...
Part #: 64251 Dark Bluish Gray
Large Figure Head Connector Block (Glatorian) Large Figure Head...
Part #: 64262 Trans-Neon Green
Launcher, Large Figure Weapon, Zamor Sphere Launcher, with Hole and Axle Hole Launcher, Large F...
Part #: 64275 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 2 with Ball Joint Straight, Smooth Ball Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 64276 Black
Large Figure Weapon Spiked Ball, Thornax Fruit with Black Band Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 64277c01 Pearl Gold
Technic Axle and Pin Connector 2 x 7 with Two Ball Joint Sockets, Squared Ends and Axle Hole in Center Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 64311 Black
Large Figure Mask Perditus/Sahmad Large Figure Mask...
Part #: 64328 Dark Red
Technic Panel Fairing #6 Long Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64393 Tan
Technic Panel Fairing #5 Long Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64681 Tan
Wheel Hard Plastic with Small Cleats and Flanges Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 64712 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 Black
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle) Technic Axle 1.5 ...
Part #: 6553 Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 35× Blue
Technic Axle 3 with Stud Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 6587 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 Light Bluish Gray
Hose, Ribbed 7mm D. 9L / 7.2cm Hose, Ribbed 7mm ...
Part #: 78c09 Pearl Light Gray
Hose, Ribbed 7mm D. 11L / 8.8cm Hose, Ribbed 7mm ...
Part #: 78c11 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Rubber Belt Medium [24mm ID] [Round Cross Section] Technic Rubber Be...
Part #: 85544 Red
Large Figure Mask Crast Large Figure Mask...
Part #: 85800 Pearl Light Gray
The set includes a variety of Technic beams and pins in useful colors like Tan and Blue, making it a good source of parts for MOC builders focused on Technic creations.

💎 Notable Parts

Blue Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots (35x) $3.50
Pearl Light Gray Projectile, Large Figure Weapon, Zamor Sphere / Ball (16x) $4.00
Tan Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick (10x) $1.50
Tan Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick (6x) $3.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$12.00

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate futuristic vehicle designs
🤖 Transform the parts into a large-scale Bionicle robot
🏙 Use Technic parts to create industrial cityscapes

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Charts Inventory Statistics

93
Unique Parts
363
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
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