LEGO Reviews City60499

Airport Fire Engine

Name: LEGO Airport Fire Engine 60499
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 60499
Rating: 4.87 (115 reviews)

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Expert reviews

2analyzed

Owner ratings

115

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Airport Fire Engine scores a BrickScore of 71.8 and backs it up with outstanding owner enthusiasm: 115 buyers average 4.87 out of 5 and give play experience a perfect 5.0, making this a reliable choice for City and fire vehicle fans even though the price-per-piece is slightly elevated for the theme."

The Airport Fire Engine (60499) is a solid City set that earns a Recommended verdict with a BrickScore of 71.8, praised for its realistic detailing, satisfying play features, and family-friendly build experience. Owner response is enthusiastically positive: 115 ratings average 4.87 out of 5, with play experience scoring a perfect 5.0 at LEGO.com. Expert reviewer coverage is thin, so the owner signal carries significant weight here.

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LOVED (5)

01360-degree rotating rooftop water cannon with launching water stud elements
02Opening side equipment bays and functional storage compartments for tools
03Realistic airport fire truck proportions and detailing that resonates with actual emergency vehicle fans
04Clear numbered bag system with step-by-step instructions accessible to younger builders
05Sturdy finished model that holds up to active play without falling apart

CRITICIZED (3)

01At $0.101 per piece for a City set, the price-per-piece is on the higher side and value-for-money scores a modest 68.8 in the aspect consensus
02Minifigure and parts value scores are among the lower aspects (62.3 and 67.3 respectively), suggesting the figure lineup is unremarkable
03Age rating of 7+ may understate difficulty for true beginners; some parent reviewers found it more challenging than the label implies

What reviewers are saying

"it introduces a feature we almost never see in LEGO City vehicles"

RacingBrick

"This is a huge truck and it just feels so big. It's just so weird what we're doing these days with with scale for Lego Miniig compatible things."

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

LEGO City cargo crane (unspecified set number) — Reviewer uses the crane as comparison point for why steering is beneficial—large, heavy vehicles benefit from steering on non-slippery surfaces; fire truck steering is closer to an oil tanker than a sports car, but still better than fixed wheels

LEGO Technic rack-and-pinion steering systems — Hand-of-God steering is simpler and more appropriate for 7+ City theme; rack-and-pinion would make little sense here and would require different building solutions

7+ Technic vehicles — Reviewer checked 7+ Technic vehicles and did not find complex steering systems in them either, validating the simpler approach for this set

2014 Airport Fire Truck set — The 2026 version has twice as many pieces (691 vs ~350) but does not deliver twice as much play value or content. The 2014 set cost ~$40 USD adjusted for inflation; the 2026 set costs $70. The reviewer would prefer the 2014 approach: 'I really think that this could have been smaller than the one from 2014 and had all of the functionality, all the features.' The 2014 set included an actual jet engine that separated and appeared to be on fire or undergoing maintenance—a more imaginative play element than the current static fire elements.

CityTier 1Investment Grade

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Avg score

Consensus

BUY

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Expert Video Source

BUY

"it introduces a feature we almost never see in LEGO City vehicles"

Key Pros

✓Introduces steering mechanism (hand-of-God/turntable system), first in LEGO City sets
✓Large, detailed build with clean modern aesthetic
✓Multiple water-cannon play functions with good variety

Key Cons

✕Storage for small water elements (round 1x1 plate projectiles) is questionable—no dedicated compartment
✕Windshield cabin access not hinged (requires removal rather than hinged door)

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"This is a huge truck and it just feels so big. It's just so weird what we're doing these days with with scale for Lego Miniig compatible things."

Key Pros

✓Visually impressive and solid overall construction
✓Cab has plenty of space for four minifigures
✓Extended water hose is generous and functional for play

Key Cons

✕Oversized proportions without matching feature density
✕Steering mechanism has very limited range and 'doesn't do much'

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Buy now (1)Wait for sale (0)

Exclusivity

RacingBrick: Wide retail (LEGO direct and other retailers offering preorders)

Resale

RacingBrick: Not explicitly discussed; standard City set with no mention of retirement or scarcity concerns

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (4)

Fire - Female, Dark Tan Jacket and Legs with Reflective Stripes, Neon Yellow Fire Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Nougat Lips Smirk

Fire - Female, Dark Tan Jacket and Legs with Reflective Stripes, Neon Yellow Fire Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Open Mouth Smile

Fire - Male, Dark Tan Jacket and Legs with Reflective Stripes, Neon Yellow Fire Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Scuff Mark

Fire - Male, Black Open Jacket and Legs with Reflective Stripes and Red Collar, White Fire Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Reddish Brown Moustache

Standout parts (per reviewers)

2×6 seating plate
Brand-new for 2026; allows two minifigures to sit side by side while still using small City vehicle doors
Transparent curved tiles
Form headlights and follow the shape of the bodywork perfectly
Hand-of-God steering system (turntable with limiter parts)
First steering system in LEGO City vehicles; based on turntable design rather than Technic rack-and-pinion
Printed piece transitioning 6-stud underside to 5-stud top with center console
Described as not seen before in typical LEGO sets; enables proper seating for four minifigures in cab.
Extended water hose accessory
Longer than typical; reviewer notes it has 'possibly even a little bit more than it needs' for effective play, contrasting with past LEGO City sets that had inadequate hose length.

What Owners Say · summarized from 23 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise the set for clear instructions, quality build experience, and realistic details, though a few report difficulty level mismatches and rare quality control issues.

COMMON PRAISE

+Clear, easy-to-follow instructions
+High-quality pieces and sturdy construction
+Realistic details and functional features (rotating extinguisher, water shooter, opening compartments)
+Fun building experience for kids and adults together

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Difficulty level advertised as 7+ may be too high for younger builders
−Missing pieces reported in at least one case with poor customer support response
−Fewer stickers than expected for decoration

Family building experienceRealistic fire truck detailsClear instructionsQuality and durabilityPlay value

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.9

66 reviews

92%