Desert Racer

42027-1 Technic 2014 149 parts 4.1% Easy

The LEGO Technic 42027-1 Desert Racer is built for rugged off-road action. This vehicle features a pull-back motor, propelling it forward across challenging terrains. It mounts four chunky tires, specifically designed to conquer obstacles, complemented by a roll-cage for driver protection. Visible details include a front winch to navigate tough spots, a row of lights across the top, and an angled exhaust. The bodywork is finished with decals and a race number. For extended play, this Desert Racer combines with the LEGO Technic 42026 Black Champion Racer, forming a Race Truck with two pull-back motors, which measures over 21 cm long. The standalone model measures over 8 cm high, 17 cm long, and 9 cm wide.

Parts Inventory

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Catalog rarity

How common are the parts in Desert Racer?

4.1%Moderate rarity
more commonless common

2 of 49 recorded part+color combinations appear in 3 or fewer sets in our catalog. This does not measure replacement availability or price.

Theme average

6.5%

All sets

6.7%

Least common in our catalog

Technic Worm Gear 3L · Dark Bluish Gray · only this set in our catalogSticker Sheet for Set 42027-1 · Unknown · only this set in our catalog
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Build DNA

Parts inventory insights for Desert Racer

149 pieces puts this build -77% against the average Technic set and -45% against the average 2014 release.

LEGO Technic

Vs average Technic set

-77%-503 parts
This set149
Average set652

Average Technic set: 652 pieces across 454 other sets.

Vs average 2014 set

-45%-124 parts
This set149
Average set273

Average 2014 set: 273 pieces across 435 other sets.

Color profile

10different colors

Dominant color

Black

Black43x
29%
Light Bluish Gray38x
26%
Blue27x
18%
Lime19x
13%

Unique parts

3.2 pieces per unique type

47

Repeat factor

Average pieces per unique type.

3x

Most used part

Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots

Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots18x

Results are based on official LEGO part inventories. Accuracy improves as you confirm set completeness.

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