LEGO Reviews Ninjago71700

Jungle Raider

Name: LEGO Jungle Raider 71700
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 71700
Rating: 4.8 (4891 reviews)

79 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2020127 pcsHigh agreement · 96%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

4.9K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"A BrickScore of 79 and near-perfect owner ratings (4.8/5 across 4,891 ratings) confirm that the Jungle Raider punches well above its $10 price class, delivering a clever suspension system, a scarce Lloyd minifigure, and impressive detail in a compact package."

Reviewers consistently praised the Jungle Raider (71700) as a punchy, well-executed entry-level Ninjago set that delivers impressive detail and a genuinely clever suspension mechanism at a $9.99 price point. Expert analysis highlighted how this compact 127-piece redesign rivals or improves upon its larger 70755 predecessor, particularly in play functionality. Owners agree emphatically: across nearly 4,900 ratings, the set holds a 4.8/5, with 100% of LEGO.com reviewers recommending it.

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LOVED (8)

01Ingenious flex/rubber suspension with independent rear axles that actually compresses and bounces
02Excellent detail and accurate aesthetics for such a small, inexpensive vehicle
03Outstanding value at $9.99, praised across both expert and owner reviews
04Lloyd Garmadon Legacy minifigure, relatively scarce and only otherwise available in the much larger 71699 Thunder Raider
05Printed control console piece and trans-clear cockpit lights
06Best integration of the spring-loaded projectile system seen in the Ninjago line, with hidden mechanism and accurate aiming
07Only three stickers required
08Roll cage opens for easy minifigure access

CRITICIZED (6)

01Only one minifigure included; no villain figure reduces play variety compared to sets that include an opponent
02Lloyd's head protrudes slightly beyond the roll cage top
03No steering wheel in the cockpit despite space for one
04Front tires are low-profile, not ideal for an off-road buggy aesthetic
05Chest print on Lloyd reads 'MANTER' rather than a meaningful word, likely a design error
06Some light bluish grey bars would look better in black

What reviewers are saying

"this vehicle loses exceptionally little detail in that transition and the new model may improve upon 70755 Jungle Raider from 2015"

Brickset Reviews

"the jungle Raider itself is a pretty fun and tough looking off-road buggy"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

70755 Jungle Raider — Despite containing 61 fewer pieces (127 vs 188), this model appears comparably detailed. The functionality has actually been improved with the refined suspension mechanism with separate axles for each wheel. The price is halved (£8.99/$9.99 vs previous cost). The reviewer concludes: 'I think it might even surpass the larger 70755 Jungle Raider because of its compact design.'

70665 Samurai Mech — 71700 Jungle Raider appears reminiscent of 70665 Samurai Mech; both sets contain fewer elements than their notable predecessors but this vehicle loses exceptionally little detail in that transition.

Original Jungle Raider — This Legacy version is much smaller but maintains decent detailing; appropriate downscaling for current legacy line purposes; fits well for current fans and new Ninjago fans

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By Reviewer · 2

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"this vehicle loses exceptionally little detail in that transition and the new model may improve upon 70755 Jungle Raider from 2015"

Key Pros

✓Improved suspension mechanism with greater motion than predecessor
✓Green bodywork looks superb
✓Excellent aesthetic scaling from original design

Key Cons

✕Omitting the Anacondrai Cultist figure reduces play value compared to having opposition for Lloyd
✕Light bluish grey bars would be better as black components

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JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source · avg of 2

BUY

"the jungle Raider itself is a pretty fun and tough looking off-road buggy"

Key Pros

✓Flex suspension makes the vehicle fun to play with and bounce around
✓Staggered wheel sizes and suspension design allow traversal of rough terrain
✓Best integration of springloaded projectile system; hidden mechanism and accurate aiming

Key Cons

✕No steering wheel included in the cockpit

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: Lloyd Garmadon (Tournament of Elements Legacy version)

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Lloyd minifigure exclusive to this set and 71699 Thunder Raider

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Ninjago Legacy line

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (2)

Lloyd - Legacy, Rebooted, Ninjago Logogram 'MANTER' on Torso

Lloyd

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Pearl gold dao
Lloyd carries this accessory which returns from the 2019 range
Pearl gold katana
Same element found on 70755 Jungle Raider, scaled down on this occasion
Rubber Technic beams (suspension)
Two rubber Technic beams provide cushioning for rear wheels; ingenious suspension mechanism that works nicely and offers greater motion than original model
4x4 wedge slope with bars
Also found on 70755 Jungle Raider
Flex suspension system using long support pieces
Novel suspension design that doesn't use springs; allows the vehicle to bounce and flex
Staggered wheel/tire sizes front to back with lobe pieces
Unique wheel configuration; lobe pieces only halfway pushed onto axles for a specific effect

What Owners Say · summarized from 22 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise this compact Ninjago set for excellent value, quality detail, fun play features (especially the suspension), and an impressive Lloyd minifigure, though some wish for more minifigures and stickers.

COMMON PRAISE

+Outstanding detail and accuracy for a small set
+Excellent value for money at low price point
+Fun suspension feature on the vehicle
+High-quality Lloyd minifigure with dual faces

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Only includes one minifigure (Lloyd), no second villain or character
−Limited stickers compared to other sets
−Slightly overpriced by some accounts
−Delivery issues (damaged boxes, slow arrival times) from retailers like Walmart

Great value for moneyImpressive minifigure detailPlayable suspension featureKid-friendly buildSmall but mighty

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.8

4,795 reviews

85%

11%