2019 was the last time we saw a proper brick-built off-roader for the LEGO Technic theme but all of that is about to change on the 1st of August 2024. 42177 Mercedes-Benz G 500 PROFESSIONAL Line will fill the void left by 42110 Land Rover Defender retailing for $249.99 with a total of 2,891 pieces included. After today's official reveal it's now the second biggest LEGO Technic set of the year, behind this year's Supercar model of 42172 McLaren P1.
The Mercedes G Class is well known in the automotive world and so it's no surprise to see LEGO recreating the car in brick-built form. The LEGO Technic designers will be basing the model on 2017s Mercedes G500 4x4. Compared to the most recent version of the G500 in 2018, the 4x4 model has larger wheels and, thanks to its portal axles, it has particularly high ground clearance and off-road capability.
The LEGO Model of this Mercedes 4x4 is packed full of its real-life features and classic LEGO Technic play functions. 42177 includes working steering, a raised suspension, a 6-cylinder in-line piston engine in its openable hood and obviously a brick-built LEGO gearbox. The Mercedes-Benz vehicle can have all four of its doors opened to access a detailed LEGO Technic interior complete with four seats for the whole family.
Many concept models of the Mercedes G500 4x4 were produced in an ‘Electric Beam Yellow’ colour scheme but LEGO has gone with a more darker range of colours. The model is mainly a reddish-orange colour with plenty of prints and stickers for the car's branding, front and rear elements and other interior features. Some brick-built accessories are also included like the ladder, spare wheel and roof rack, plus the opening tailgate and hood.
42177 Mercedes-Benz G 500 PROFESSIONAL Line
Set Name - Mercedes-Benz G 500 PROFESSIONAL Line
Set Number - 42177
Age Range - 18+
Piece Count - 2,891
Price - $249.99
Release Date - 1st August 2024
42177 Mercedes-Benz G 500 PROFESSIONAL Line releases on the 1st of August 2024 but what do you think? Will you be purchasing 42177 in a few weeks time? What do you think of the Mercedes G Class? What other LEGO Technic sets are you hoping for in 2025? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.
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