Open up the world of engineering for kids with this LEGO Technic Heavy-duty Tow Truck (42128) toy model. Packed with details, it’s a great tribute to the world’s best-loved tow trucks. Check out its authentic grille, air filters, lights, exhaust pipe, and fresh colour scheme. Then explore all the pneumatic and mechanical functions that make this model so realistic. A construction toy packed with working functions, this tow truck toy with a crane is filled with impressive features. Open the bonnet to see the 6-cylinder inline engine with moving pistons. Steer by rotating the pin on the roof. Activate the crane, pump up the boom, pull out the winch and extend the outriggers. And for the first time in LEGO Technic history, this vehicle has a lifting axle to pull down extra wheels and spread the weight of loads. A great introduction to engineering for kids, LEGO Technic sets feature realistic movement and mechanisms that introduce LEGO builders to the universe of engineering in an approachable and realistic way. This tow truck with crane model measures over 8.5 in. (22 cm) high (with crane down), 23 in. (58 cm) long (with boom down) and 5.5 in. (14 cm) wide (with outriggers up). Features a tow truck toy with crane model with many functions, an ideal introduction to engineering for kids who love mechanical toys The model features pneumatic pump functions including an extending lifting boom, a lifting crane boom and an extending crane boom Just like a real heavy-duty tow truck, it features the lifting axle which pulls down extra wheels for uneven loads – a first for LEGO Technic! Explore the engineering brilliance of this classic build including mechanical functions like the rotating crane, working winch and outriggers Steer the truck by rotating the pin on top of the roof or open the bonnet to see the 6-cylinder inline engine with moving pistons Classic tow truck design details include the authentic grille, air filters and fresh colour scheme This truck toy set makes a cool gift for kids and teens aged 11 and up, it’s also a great set for children and adults to explore together. Age: 11+ Number of Pieces: 2017