LEGO Reviews Technic42080

Forest Harvester

Name: LEGO Forest Harvester 42080
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42080
Rating: 4.63 (202 reviews)

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LOVED (8)

01Introduces a vehicle type that hasn't been modelled in Technic before
02Impressive looking model with striking two-tone green and white colour scheme
03Body and cab are pretty close design-wise to real-world machines
04Relatively quick and easy build with no complex gearboxes or densely packed sections
05Great introduction to Technic pneumatic system for those unfamiliar with it
06New pneumatic switch variant allows side-by-side mounting
07For kids, building the pneumatic system and getting it to work is cool and satisfying
08Clear, mostly straightforward instructions

CRITICIZED (8)

01Operating is ultimately disappointing - pneumatic functionality is limited to two motions
02Overkill having battery box, motor, compressor and inches of pipework for limited functionality
03Arms are not accurate to real-world forest harvesters - should have single arm with additional articulation point
04Cutting head can only be twisted and rotated by hand, circular saw must be moved by hand
05Impossible to tell which position the pneumatic switch is in without peering behind the cab
06Most functions require manual intervention rather than automated control
07Expensive at £120/$150 for a 1000-piece set at initial price point
08A couple of superfluous extras included - suggests designers padding out to hit price point

What reviewers are saying

"Want a medium-sized LEGO Technic set which is packed with power functions and pneumatics? Let's find out if #42080 Forest Harvester offers a good introduction to Technic for a first-time Technic builder."

Brick Architect

"42080 Forest Harvester introduces a type of vehicle that hasn't been modelled in Technic before."

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Ecosystem

8443 Pneumatic Log Loader — In many ways it has very similar features to 42080; 2 pneumatic functions (lift & grab), multi-point steering & rocking suspension.

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Key Pros

✓Clear, mostly straightforward instructions
✓Clever building techniques (360-degree rotating cab, rocking axles simulating suspension, independent front steering)
✓Engaging forestry theme

Key Cons

✕Section three instructions lack clarity on how several sections attach
✕Complex debarking crane structure with frequent assembly errors during build

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"42080 Forest Harvester introduces a type of vehicle that hasn't been modelled in Technic before."

Key Pros

✓Introduces a vehicle type that hasn't been modelled in Technic before
✓Impressive looking model with striking two-tone green and white colour scheme
✓Body and cab are pretty close design-wise to real-world machines

Key Cons

✕Operating is ultimately disappointing - pneumatic functionality is limited to two motions
✕Overkill having battery box, motor, compressor and inches of pipework for limited functionality

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

60-tooth turntables (two)
One for rotating cab, second connecting front and back halves; key mechanical components for the complex steering and rotation system
Pneumatic cylinders and hose components
Enable the working debarking mechanism and crane lifting functions central to the set's play value
Module cylinders
Allow crane to raise and lower, providing realistic working functionality
Pneumatic switch (part number 6099773)
New variation of the pneumatic switch part - the third variation. This one is better suited for use in studless models and, being only one unit wide with connectors on the bottom rather than the side, they can be mounted side-by-side.

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