Future Set Wishes and Speculation

[a_h_adl]

Snow groomers have to work on extreme inclines, so it would need to be a self-leveling cup holder.

See? ideas are developing! if it's a coffee cup it needs to have a heater as well

[Brick-Nick]

Of all the models mentioned I find it difficult to feel enthusiastic about them because you guys don't say anything about them. Oh, it's a trike, it's a giant dump truck or a snow groomer. So what? If these were sets they could be great or completely terrible. Just saying what they are doesn't allow the reader into your imagination to see what's so special about your version of the model. So sell your ideas guys, make a case for your proposed set idea and say why you think it could be great. Does your trike have new wheels or a new chrome engine block piece and a chrome handle bar piece? Does it have a sequential transmission operated by the foot peddle? Does your dump truck have a new telescopic pneumatic cylinder and new wheels with inbuild planetary gear reduction and 3 different steering modes? Does your snow groomer have a cup holder? Sell it guys sell it!

To defend the snow groomer, I think my previous post about the groomer was pretty self-explanatory. What do you want more about it ? We need to let people keep their imagination running a bit ! Too much informations and then people will be disappointed by the sets if they don't have all the features they expected !

[Rygar]

Of all the models mentioned I find it difficult to feel enthusiastic about them because you guys don't say anything about them. Oh, it's a trike, it's a giant dump truck or a snow groomer. So what? If these were sets they could be great or completely terrible. Just saying what they are doesn't allow the reader into your imagination to see what's so special about your version of the model. So sell your ideas guys, make a case for your proposed set idea and say why you think it could be great. Does your trike have new wheels or a new chrome engine block piece and a chrome handle bar piece? Does it have a sequential transmission operated by the foot peddle? Does your dump truck have a new telescopic pneumatic cylinder and new wheels with inbuild planetary gear reduction and 3 different steering modes? Does your snow groomer have a cup holder? Sell it guys sell it!

You have a point, but I'm not a pro like several users here. I'm just a "customer", I can "try", but please, don't blame me. :(

First of all, this set could be "license free" (like the bucket wheel excavator). China is developing its own version.

The model could be cheaper.

In this forum, in Youtube and in another Lego site, some people are made some interesting MOCs, so it shouldn't be impossible to make a set.

Does your dump truck have a new telescopic pneumatic cylinder and new wheels with inbuild planetary gear reduction and 3 different steering modes?

Instead of pneumatic system I would like to suggest to use the linear actuators for the dump mechanism, so everything can be controlled via remote.

3 different steering modes... I think the real models have only one steering mode.

New wheels with inbuild planetary gear reduction (or a planetary gear reduction that can be connected directly to wheels) is an awesome idea, they can be used for lots of vehicles as well. This would reduce the number of gears per axle and make the overall transmission more compact and functional, but if Lego doesn't want to implement this new feature, traditional solutions are possible.

This is for the truck, I can spend some words for the other suggestions if you are interested.

Edited May 25, 2016 by Rygar

[arshiaIQ]

Just repeat the unimog once again... the best series of parts ever released, cv-u-joints, wheel hubs, driving rings, pneumatics, chassis and springs, panels and tyres!

Nearly flawless...

TLG should start thinking and finding what it hasent built yet... nearly every kind of vehicle is mentioned

I think in future, some parts and molds should be revised, like most bushes and connectors and u-joints, since they crack ridiculously easy

[Richard Dower]

a fire rescue vehicle...or a fire truck. we need more emergency service vehicles....

[Rygar]

It's time to revive the glory of the wonderful 8275 Bulldozer with a new model.

This new bulldozer has some new features that improve the fun and playability.

The frontal blade can lift, rotate and tilt.

https://www.youtube....p7vrsQ[/url]

The bulldozer's blade can be disengaged and can be used the multidirectional angledozer blade.

Or a "super blade" for heavier works.

The "single tooth" rear ripper can detached as well and can lift and tilt.

Blade and ripper are powered by linear actuators.

The model has lights.

New parts:

Bigger tread sprocket wheels. Bigger wheels increase the realism and give more traction.

New blade elements.

Longer linear actuators used to lift the frontal blade.

I hope you like this machine.

Edited May 30, 2016 by Rygar

[TheMindGarage]

I'm mostly about vehicles, cars to be precise. Here are the cars that I would like to see:

• LaFerrari - Iconic, famous, LEGO has already made a Creator F40.
  
• Nissan GT-R - Well-known and has plenty of history (think early Skyline GT-Rs).
  
• Koenigsegg One:1 - Became instantly famous after reaching the 1kg/hp mark. And looks cool as well.
  
• Bugatti Veyron/Chiron - Fastest production car in the world (officially), iconic and recognisable.
  
• Ariel Atom - This track car would be very good as an RC model.
  
• Audi R18 e-tron quattro - This would be something "different" for LEGO to try. Another possibility is the Nissan GT-R LM-Nismo.
  

And the features:

• RC on at least one car. I'm not talking about sluggish models that do 20 cm/s - I would like to see it move at walking pace or faster. I know that 20kmph+ is possible with LEGO RC motors, so at least 10-15kmph should be feasable allowing for extra weight and stuff.
  
• Full independent suspension of course, preferably with features like camber/castor angle. Adjustable ride-height would be nice as well.
  
• Gearboxes. If LEGO makes an RC one, I wouldn't expect too much - maybe just a 2-4 speed automatic. But for the non-RC ones, LEGO is perfectly capable of making far better gearboxes than the Porsche's *cough* 1-3-2-4 *cough*. Depending on the car in question, a good 5+R or even 7+r would be good, and if the real car has paddle-shifters, LEGO should include them!
  

In short, TECHNIC should focus on features, not on looks. I would happily buy a highly-advanced TECHNIC car with all those amazing features, even if it had NO BODY. But you'll never see me buying models with no features, no matter how good they look.

As for other ideas, a mechanical counter/calculator would be a cool set.

[Brick-Nick]

I'm mostly about vehicles, cars to be precise.

I respect your wish to get more cars, I just find they do not offer anything new functions to Technic. There is only so much you can do on a car : direction, fake engine driven by 2 or 4wd, gearbox that just changes the speed in the engine (a bit boring in my opinion) and opening/closing doors, hood & trunk... otherwise it is very limited ! Is there anything I don't think about?

[Lego Dino 500]

What about a big diesel locomotive? Like a GE ES44AC in BNSF colors, it'd be pretty cool.

It could have a intermodal car or two, a snowplow, and it could be packed full of functions. A sequential gearbox, opening doors and engine compartments, fake engine, pretty much all the features you can have in a diesel locomotive shoved in a big model of one. They could do something of a pretty decent size and scale, about 8x8x48 and still stay in the $60-$70 range if they forgoe the accessories and cars.

[Bartybum]

I just want a flagship backhoe. Doesn't even need to be licensed or full RC

What about a big diesel locomotive? Like a GE ES44AC in BNSF colors, it'd be pretty cool.

*snip*

It could have a intermodal car or two, a snowplow, and it could be packed full of functions. A sequential gearbox, opening doors and engine compartments, fake engine, pretty much all the features you can have in a diesel locomotive shoved in a big model of one. They could do something of a pretty decent size and scale, about 8x8x48 and still stay in the $60-$70 range if they forgoe the accessories and cars.

I really like trains, but I don't think they can offer much in the Technic department. They're essentially a long featureless block :(

[Beard]

What about a big diesel locomotive? Like a GE ES44AC in BNSF colors, it'd be pretty cool.

It could have a intermodal car or two, a snowplow, and it could be packed full of functions. A sequential gearbox, opening doors and engine compartments, fake engine, pretty much all the features you can have in a diesel locomotive shoved in a big model of one. They could do something of a pretty decent size and scale, about 8x8x48 and still stay in the $60-$70 range if they forgoe the accessories and cars.

I love this idea. Although I'd like it to be at a slightly higher price point, so that there would be more functions inside. I think the diesel / electrical engine takes most of the space inside, so the drivetrain will be the interesting part. So how about a steam engine, where a big part of the drivetrain is outside?

It would create a wealth of mods and different attachments (train cars).

[Rygar]

Sorry for the OT, but...

I love all kind of trains: steam, diesel, electric. Freight or passengers...

I am nostalgic about 12V Volt trains, because they were much more versatile ad funnier.

I'm not sure if Technic is the most appropriate way to give us realistic and funny trains, but... bring back the most interesting features!

Electric railroad switches, working signals, electric release wagons, maybe a working catenary for electric locomotives.

I think freight and passenger trains should have specific motors (one with more traction, maybe with one more axle and one faster).

[MaxSupercars]

What about a big diesel locomotive? Like a GE ES44AC in BNSF colors, it'd be pretty cool.

It could have a intermodal car or two, a snowplow, and it could be packed full of functions. A sequential gearbox, opening doors and engine compartments, fake engine, pretty much all the features you can have in a diesel locomotive shoved in a big model of one. They could do something of a pretty decent size and scale, about 8x8x48 and still stay in the $60-$70 range if they forgoe the accessories and cars.

Sequential gearbox for what? It does not have gearbox... The wheels are powered by traction motors built in bogies. Diesel engine just generates electric current...

Max

Edited June 3, 2016 by MaxSupercars

[nicjasno]

As much as i like diesel locos and trains in general, i don't think that'd make good technic model.

[Rygar]

Lamborghini Centenario is beautiful, but at the moment, Bugatti Chiron is my favourite car.

I guess it will be one of the most interesing cars because the W 16 engine, the integral traction, the 7 speed gearbox, active aerodynamics, adjustable seats, realistic suspension geometry.

A nice feature could be some color variants, so people can choose the model they like more.

[TheMindGarage]

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I respect your wish to get more cars, I just find they do not offer anything new functions to Technic. There is only so much you can do on a car : direction, fake engine driven by 2 or 4wd, gearbox that just changes the speed in the engine (a bit boring in my opinion) and opening/closing doors, hood & trunk... otherwise it is very limited ! Is there anything I don't think about?

RC, or better suspension systems.

Another idea: a working model of an engine (any kind will do - straight 4, V4, V8 etc) with pneumatics. It doesn't need to run fast, but I think it would be a cool education model. It could have a gearbox integrated into it as well.

[mobi]

I wish TLG re-releases 8880 with modern studless beams and with ALL the functions still same as what was offered in 8880.

The 42056 Porsche is a disappointment and functionally far simpler than 8880.

I have an uncanny feeling that 8880 will remain as best ever Technic set in next 20 years to come!

[NevynPA]

I wish TLG re-releases 8880 with modern studless beams and with ALL the functions still same as what was offered in 8880.

The 42056 Porsche is a disappointment and functionally far simpler than 8880.

I have an uncanny feeling that 8880 will remain as best ever Technic set in next 20 years to come!

While not exact, check out this:

http://www.moc-pages.com/moc.php/270408

[Didumos69]

I wish TLG re-releases 8880 with modern studless beams and with ALL the functions still same as what was offered in 8880.

I would also love to see that. Also a car for which suspension actually made sense

[aol000xw]

Well after long time wanting an 8880 successor or an UCS Technic set... and getting the Porsche I'll settle for something that works. even if it is red and ugly.

What are your expectations after the Porsche guys? Higher or lower?

[Brick-Nick]

So how about a steam engine, where a big part of the drivetrain is outside?

Love the idea of a steam engine ! I am wondering if it would be possible to have a technic M motor running a pump that would be linked to some pneumatic jacks to create the motion of the wheels. You would need to find a way to have the same M motor interacting with the pneumatic selectors somehow ! Or maybe linking these selectors to the jacks so when it is fully out, it triggers the switch in the selector !

[dr_spock]

Love the idea of a steam engine ! I am wondering if it would be possible to have a technic M motor running a pump that would be linked to some pneumatic jacks to create the motion of the wheels. You would need to find a way to have the same M motor interacting with the pneumatic selectors somehow ! Or maybe linking these selectors to the jacks so when it is fully out, it triggers the switch in the selector !

There are a number of pneumatic steam engine MOCs in EB's Train forum like http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=123799

[Lyichir]

It would be nice to see some new space-related Technic sets at some point. A space shuttle in particular would be amazing; we haven't had one of those since before studless Technic took over.

Additionally, while it wouldn't necessarily be marketed under the Technic umbrella, I'd love to see some new Technic-based Bionicle vehicles like the ones from 2008 and 2009.

[Brick-Nick]

There are a number of pneumatic steam engine MOCs in EB's Train forum like http://www.eurobrick...howtopic=123799

Thanks! This is great !

[Didumos69]

Love the idea of a steam engine ! I am wondering if it would be possible to have a technic M motor running a pump that would be linked to some pneumatic jacks to create the motion of the wheels. You would need to find a way to have the same M motor interacting with the pneumatic selectors somehow ! Or maybe linking these selectors to the jacks so when it is fully out, it triggers the switch in the selector !

I would also love to see a big steam locomotive with a realistic drive train. In real steam locomotives the drive mechanism also drives the selecter This mechnism is usually referred to as valve gear. There exist numerous valve gear mechanisms. The drive train normally also includes a forward-reverse selecter.

I would love to see a Lego model resembling the entire drive train, not necessarily motorized. Preferably a model with 4 cylinders:

Edited June 4, 2016 by Didumos69