Race Kart
42048-1 Technic 2016 345 parts 2.4% repair risk Intermediate
Zoom around the circuit with the LEGO Technic Race Kart (42048-1), a detailed replica of a real-life racing machine. This 345-piece model features a vibrant purple and orange color scheme, complete with sporty racing stickers and slick racing tires on wide rims. The fully functional steering, cool foot pedals, and a two-speed gearbox provide precise control. Tilt the sleek orange racing seat to reveal the intricate working transmission. Under the hood, a detailed engine with a moving piston, fuel tank, and huge exhaust pipes demonstrates authentic mechanics. This 2016 set also offers a versatile 2-in-1 build, converting into a powerful Track Car for extended play.
42048-1
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Parts Inventory
| Part | Qty | LEGO price each |
|---|---|---|
![]() Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Perpendicular Axles 10197 | 2× | €0,18 |
![]() Technic Gear 8 Tooth [Reinforced] 10928 | 1× | €0,15 |
![]() Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle 11214 | 4× | €0,29 |
![]() Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 15100 | 25× | Check price → View |
![]() Technic Panel 3 x 11 x 1 15458 | 2× | €1,13 |
![]() Technic Axle 5 with Stop 15462 | 2× | Check price → View |
![]() Tile Round 2 x 2 with Hole 15535 | 1× | €0,07 |
![]() Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 2L Axle 18651 | 12× | €0,08 |
![]() Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] 18654 | 9× | €0,05 |
![]() Technic Panel Curved 3 x 13 18944 | 4× | Check price → View |
![]() Technic Gear 16 Tooth with Clutch on Both Sides 18946 | 2× | €0,42 |
![]() Technic Driving Ring 3L 18947 | 1× | €0,47 |
Repairability
Can you fix Race Kart if a piece goes missing?
2 of the 84 part+color combinations in this set appear in 3 or fewer sets ever made. Lose one of those and a replacement is very hard to find.
Theme average
6.5%
All sets
6.7%
Hardest to replace
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Build DNA
Parts inventory insights for Race Kart
345 pieces puts this build -47% against the average Technic set and +1% against the average 2016 release.

Vs average Technic set
Average Technic set: 653 pieces across 453 other sets.
Vs average 2016 set
Average 2016 set: 341 pieces across 439 other sets.
Color profile
Dominant color
Black
Unique parts
0.8 pieces per unique type
Repeat factor
Average pieces per unique type.
Most used part
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots
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