[REVIEW] 42023 - Construction Crew

[Plastic Nurak]

This new set is a clear invitation to build something bigger, mixing all the pieces or so of the set. And perhaps, marketing researches by TLG eventually have suggested them that a number of fan and/or purchasers like more the multi-model/multi-ideas approaching with its many possibilities.

Edited December 4, 2013 by Plastic Nurak

[Gee]

Top review again Jim lad. I gave this set "Above Average" for the following reasons:

- It's a great set for kids, simple and with lots of functionality, plus 3 models so everyone can play together.

- 2 buckets, tracks and 2 different sized wheels give lots of options.

- Lots of potential to make mini-MOCs or 1 larger one.

- 2 different steering systems.

Things that I wasn't so keen on:

- The excavator chassis is very similar to the mini crane that I already have (it's not a biggie, just a personal one for me).

- The arm of the excavator looks very flimsy (but then it is a tiny model, so again, no biggie).

The fact that it doesn't have sophisticated build techniques and is not that challenging is a good thing. As is the fact that you get 3 mini sets and not one bigger more complex one. The target audience needs to be borne in mind I feel.

To be honest, I've probably echoed a lot of what has already been said. This is a set that I'll likely get. Will provide a useful stash of parts in various colours and looks like it'll be a good one to build and play with with my 4 year old (bought him 42010 for Xmas and will see how he gets on with that first).

[DarkShadow73]

Excellent review of this set! It doesn't appear to be available in the USA along with the other 1H2014 models which I thought was really odd as they are usually available around Christmastime, but Amazon.com has a couple of sellers that got it somehow. After reading your review, I believe I will order it, its kind of nice having a small loader and excavator again. Been a while on those, too many backhoes released in the past 3 yrs or so. Did order the 42024 Container Truck last Thursday(4-10), thanks for that review as well.

Edited April 13, 2014 by TechnicFreak

[rollermonkey]

Picked this up today, mostly as a parts pack for eventual amusement rides MOCs...

I laugh at the complaints that it's too simple, etc.

It is clearly intended as an entry-level Technic set. If you've been making multi-motor, massive-scale, remote operated multi-function MOCs for years, you're not the target audience. Get over it, guys!

Edited July 17, 2014 by rollermonkey