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Jeep® Wrangler

Know a kid who’d love to build their very own off-road 4X4? This LEGO® Technic™ Jeep® Wrangler (42122) is packed full of authentic details, making it a great toy for kids who love fun vehicles.With front steering, powerful axle-articulation suspension and a winch, kids can play out a world of off-roading adventures, inspired by the world-famous Jeep® Wrangler.This awesome model comes complete with authentic Jeep® Wrangler details, like the classic round headlamps, seven-slot grille, full-size spare tire and fold-down rear seats.Looking for the best toys for kids who love collectible car toys? This Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon model makes a great gift for young LEGO® fans who are ready for their next challenge.This Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon toy model measures over 4.5 in. (12 cm) high, 9.5 in. (24 cm) long and 5 in. (13 cm) wide, making this car a great size for play or display.Kids will love the car's eye-catching yellow-and-black color scheme and prestigious Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon branding.With opening doors and hood, it’s easy to explore the SUV toy car’s detailed interior.The LEGO® Technic™ universe opens up the world of engineering for young LEGO fans ready for their next building challenge.LEGO® components meet stringent industry standards to ensure they are consistent, compatible and connect reliably every time – it's been that way since 1958.LEGO® components are dropped, heated, crushed, twisted and analyzed to make sure they meet strict global safety standards.

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Posted:January 4, 2021

Davidloveslego

Age: 45-54 years old

Customer Type: LEGO Fan

Overall:

5 / 5

The wonder continues

" The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is my first LEGO Technic build for 30ish years. And while some things have moved on amazingly, the original wonder of the LEGO Technic experience remains.

As it sits there in its completed glory, I can almost hear my Jeep saying ‘Yeah OK, I’m a yellow/black box but I’m a solid and dependable yellow/black box that will take you where you need to go. It may get bumpy at times, but you can rely on me.’

And then I put my hand on it. Not only does it feel solid and reliable but it’s also smooth. I touch my old, wonderful LEGO Technic go cart and feel the sharp edges of the bricks. Nothing wrong with this but the rounded nature of these new big yellow structural elements and the rear roll bar, combined with the upbeat yellow vibe, make the Jeep seem friendly and inviting.

A few seconds later, I’m rocking it from side to side on its fab suspension. You may find it hard to resist the urge to do this! With springs in the rear suspension, it doesn’t just flop around; there’s a reassuring sense of controlled resistance as it moves. One area of potential improvement could be to give the rear suspension a slightly greater range of motion, but this doesn't detract from the experience for me.

Yes, I can drive it on the floor but I must admit I love putting my Jeep on a table where I can see the wheels move up and down at eye level as it climbs over books and other random objects (sorry, I mean dried out stream-beds and boulders). I can almost hear it humming a happy tune as this is what it’s designed for. Axles moving independently means maximum, adaptive four-wheel drive contact with uneven surfaces. Slow and steady really does win this particular race.

Turning it upside down, I’m reminded of the complexity underlying the clean outer form. Updated connecting elements bolt and weld together new and evolved components in more sophisticated ways compared to how things were done in the time before mobile phones. But my old go cart is just as great. Then, as now, LEGO Technic gets a gold star for both form and function.

Before buying it, I watched the official LEGO Jeep Wrangler Rubicon video and wondered how the moving axle/suspension would work. This core feature was one of the many new LEGO Technic components that made me smile and say things like ‘Wow! That’s so cool!’ out loud as I put the bits together. Rock the wheels from side to side and it just works. Fluid motion and strong attachment. Great design.

Building and playing with this Jeep gave and continues to give me many happy and therapeutic moments. Whether you’re an adult or a younger builder, I hope you’ll get much enjoyment from this characterful addition to the LEGO family. "

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