Haul it all!
With the Technic Logging Truck

Experience the power of Power Functions with this 1308-piece set, featuring realistic steering, a working piston engine, and a motorized grabber arm for heavy-duty logging action! Rebuilds into a container truck with snowplow.

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🏛 Technic
Set #9397

Logging Truck

The Logging Truck is a fantastic example of Technic functionality.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for Technic fans and those who enjoy motorized and pneumatic functions in their builds. ⏱ 6 hr build 🧩 1,308 pcs 🎂 Ages 10+
★★★★☆ 4.0 from 5 reviews

Fans appreciate the realistic logging truck design and the working pneumatic crane, providing a satisfying build experience. However, some criticize the complexity of the pneumatic system and the reliance on stickers for detailing.

📝 Our Take

The Logging Truck is a fantastic example of Technic functionality. This 2-in-1 model features working pneumatic crane and a motorized winch, offering a realistic logging experience in LEGO form. It’s a great showcase of how Technic sets can blend aesthetics with impressive mechanical functions.

This set is perfect for Technic enthusiasts and builders interested in motorized functions. The build is challenging but rewarding, offering a deep dive into LEGO engineering. The finished model looks great on display and provides hours of interactive play.

Skip this if you prefer minifigure-scale builds or simpler construction projects. The Technic system may be intimidating for newcomers. Consider Creator Expert vehicles like the Ford Mustang for a more accessible building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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1,308
Pieces
6h
Build Time
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Advanced
Difficulty
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10-16
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Building the complex pneumatic system for the crane
  • Assembling the motorized winch mechanism
  • Understanding the gear ratios and mechanical functions
  • Appreciating the realistic logging truck design

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Logging Truck (9397-1) presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired Technic set with motorized and pneumatic features, it holds appeal for collectors and Technic enthusiasts. The rising price trend suggests increasing demand. However, its value is somewhat limited by its non-licensed nature and potential for functional components to degrade over time. Investing in pristine, unopened boxes is recommended to maximize potential returns. Compared to other Technic sets with licensed themes, its appreciation may be slower but steady.

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📖 About This Set

The massive Logging Truck is ready for some serious lifting action! Use the LEGO® Power Functions control box on the side of the truck to lower, raise and turn the motorized grabber arm, or to extend the outriggers. Then turn and open the claw to lift even the thickest logs. This huge model also features functioning steering, opening doors and hood, and with a detailed engine bay with working piston engine, it’s like the real thing! Rebuilds into a container truck with snowplow.

  • 2-in-1 model: Rebuilds into a container truck with snowplow
  • Features LEGO® Power Functions to move the claw arm and extend the outriggers
  • Claw arm turns, lowers and raises
  • Hood opens to reveal the detailed engine with moving pistons
  • Steer with realistic controls that really move the wheels!
  • Lower the rear wheels and tip the truck’s container!
  • Raise and lower the snowplow!
  • Tip the container truck’s cabin to check out the moving pistons using LEGO® Power Functions!
  • Measures 14” (36cm) high, 9” (23cm) wide and 20” (50cm) long
  • Container truck with snowplow measures 9” (22cm) high, 6” (15cm) wide and 22” (56cm) long
  • Alternative model building instructions only available for download from Technic.LEGO.com

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Compared to other Technic vehicles like the Tow Truck (42070-1) or the Mobile Crane MK II (42009-1), the Logging Truck offers a unique focus on logging operations. While the Tow Truck provides diverse rescue scenarios and the Mobile Crane features extensive crane functionality, the Logging Truck combines both motorized and pneumatic functions for a realistic logging experience. Its appeal lies in its specific theme and the integration of multiple Technic systems.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 118 unique parts • 1,097 total pieces

Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 20× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2444 Black
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Technic Steering Wheel Small (3 Studs Diameter) Technic Steering ...
Part #: 2819 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Engine Cylinder with Side Slots Technic Engine Cy...
Part #: 2850a Light Bluish Gray
Technic Engine Piston Round Technic Engine Pi...
Part #: 2851 Yellow
Technic Engine Connecting Rod Technic Engine Co...
Part #: 2852 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Engine Crankshaft Technic Engine Cr...
Part #: 2853 Yellow
Technic Engine Crankshaft Center Technic Engine Cr...
Part #: 2854 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 11.5 Double Bent Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32009 Yellow
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #1 Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32013 14× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32014 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32017 Yellow
Tyre 62.4 x 20 Tyre 62.4 x 20
Part #: 32019 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 13× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 10× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 18× Black
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 25× Red
Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape Thin Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32056 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 26× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32068 Black
Technic Knob Wheel Technic Knob Wheel
Part #: 32072 Black
Technic Axle 5 Technic Axle 5
Part #: 32073 12× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b 26× Yellow
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 Red
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 2 x ...
Part #: 32140 Yellow
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32184 14× Black
Technic Driving Ring Extension, 4 Ridges Technic Driving R...
Part #: 32187 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening] Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 32269 Black
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 32270 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 Yellow
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32278 16× Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32291 Red
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Red
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Yellow
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Bent (4 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32348 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 4 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32449 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 White
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32523 10× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32524 Black
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 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 12× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 Red
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Blue
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Yellow
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 Black
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 14× Red
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32556 Tan
Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular Long Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32557 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Technic Gear 8 Tooth Technic Gear 8 Tooth
Part #: 3647 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 24 Tooth [New Style with Single Axle Hole] Technic Gear 24 T...
Part #: 3648b Dark Bluish Gray
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 6 Technic Axle 6
Part #: 3706 10× Black
Technic Axle 12 Technic Axle 12
Part #: 3708 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 22× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 10 Technic Axle 10
Part #: 3737 Black
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 Tan
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 18× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 Yellow
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 40490 Light 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 Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Yellow
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41677 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 11× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Blue
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 84× Blue
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 43857 Yellow
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 63× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Worm Gear Technic Worm Gear
Part #: 4716 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub Perpendicular 3L with 4 Pins Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 48989 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Turntable Large Type 2, 24/56 Tooth with Black Outside Gear Section [Complete Assembly] Technic Turntable...
Part #: 50163 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 8 with Stop Technic Axle 8 wi...
Part #: 55013 Dark Bluish Gray
Wheel 30.4 x 20 without Pinholes, with Reinforced Rim Wheel 30.4 x 20 w...
Part #: 56145 Reddish Brown
Technic Axle Connector Hub with 3 Axles at 120° Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 57585 Light Bluish Gray
Battery Box, Power Functions 4 x 11 x 7 with Orange Switch and Dark Bluish Gray Covers [Complete Assembly] Battery Box, Powe...
Part #: 58119 Light Bluish Gray
Motor, Medium, Power Functions, 3 x 6 x 3 with Dark Bluish Gray Bottom and 20cm Wire Motor, Medium, Po...
Part #: 58120 Light Bluish 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 26× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 Yellow
Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 60483 24× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 3 x 3 T-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 60484 Black
Technic Axle 9 Technic Axle 9
Part #: 60485 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Metallic Silver
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Technic Universal Joint 3L [Complete Assembly] Technic Universal...
Part #: 61903 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Block 4 x 3 x 2 1/2 [Linear Actuator Holder] Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 61904 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Linear Actuator with Dark Bluish Gray Ends [Improved Version] Technic Linear Ac...
Part #: 61927b Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 19× Black
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 62531 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Curved 11 x 3 with 2 Pin Holes through Panel Surface Technic Panel Cur...
Part #: 62531 Black
Technic Gear Differential with Inner Tabs and Closed Center, 28 Bevel Teeth [Beveled Edge] Technic Gear Diff...
Part #: 62821b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Triple Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 63869 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 5 x 11 with 3 x 5 Opening Frame Thick Technic Beam 5 x ...
Part #: 64178 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick Technic Beam Fram...
Part #: 64179 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Panel Fairing #6 Long Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64393 Black
Technic Panel Fairing #13 Large Short Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64394 Black
Technic Panel Fairing #14 Large Short Smooth, Side B Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64680 Black
Technic Panel Fairing #5 Long Smooth, Side A Technic Panel Fai...
Part #: 64681 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 13× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 6536 14× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Ridged [with x Hole x Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 6538b Tan
Technic Driving Ring 2L, 4 Ridges Technic Driving R...
Part #: 6539 Red
Technic Gear 16 Tooth with Clutch [Smooth] Technic Gear 16 T...
Part #: 6542b 13× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 1.5 with Perpendicular Axle Connector (Technic Pole Reverser Handle) Technic Axle 1.5 ...
Part #: 6553 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 91× Blue
Technic Axle 3 with Stud Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 6587 Dark Tan
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 6589 Tan
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (6 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6629 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 10× Red
Technic Beam 1 x 3 Thin Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6632 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Changeover Catch - + opening Technic Changeove...
Part #: 6641 Red
Sticker Sheet for Set 9397-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 71530 [No Color/Any Color]
Technic Gear 24 Tooth Clutch with Dark Bluish Gray Center Technic Gear 24 T...
Part #: 76244 White
Wheel 43.2 x 18 with Flush Axle Stem Wheel 43.2 x 18 w...
Part #: 86652 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Big Squared Pin Holes] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 87082 23× Black
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 10× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Bevel with Pin Hole Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 87407 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Toggle Joint Smooth Double with Axle and Pin Holes Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 87408 Black
Technic Gear Rack 1 x 7 with Axle and Pin Holes Technic Gear Rack...
Part #: 87761 Black
Technic Linear Actuator Mini with Dark Bluish Gray Head and Orange Axle Technic Linear Ac...
Part #: 92693 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 16 Tooth Reinforced [New Style] Technic Gear 16 T...
Part #: 94925 15× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double 4L Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 98989 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Turntable Small Top Technic Turntable...
Part #: 99009 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Turntable Small Base, 28 Tooth Technic Turntable...
Part #: 99010 Black
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type II] Technic Beam Tria...
Part #: 99773 Yellow
Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type II] Technic Beam Tria...
Part #: 99773 Black
The set features a good selection of Technic pins, axles, and beams in light bluish gray and black, offering a solid foundation for MOC builders. The inclusion of pneumatic elements adds value for those looking to incorporate functional systems into their custom creations.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Blue Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots (91x) $9.10
Light Bluish Gray Technic Axle 3 (63x) $6.30
Light Bluish Gray Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] (26x) $3.90
Red Technic Beam 1 x 15 Thick (16x) $3.20
Light Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (20x) $4.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$26.50

💡 MOC Potential

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📖 Building Instructions 5

Logging Truck Instructions
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