VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81

42181-1 Technic 2024 1365 parts 9% Intermediate

The LEGO Technic VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81 (42181) provides a detailed model for advanced interstellar cargo operations, featuring 1365 pieces. This futuristic craft executes transport missions to distant planets with its sophisticated mechanical functions. The model incorporates visible gears that synchronously rotate the VTOL engines, allowing for vertical takeoff and landing maneuvers. Builders can also activate the mechanism to extend and retract the sturdy landing gear and lower a functional claw to precisely grab the included cargo pod, which contains a miniature space rover for deployment. A robust handle integrated into the fuselage enables controlled movement during play. Furthermore, the spaceship features a special air-lock element, designed for seamless integration with other compatible LEGO space-themed playsets, expanding its utility within a larger cosmic fleet.

Parts Inventory

🧱 1365 parts

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Catalog rarity

How common are the parts in VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81?

9%Moderate rarity
more commonless common

16 of 178 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

Sticker Sheet 2 for Set 42181-1 · Unknown · only this set in our catalogSticker Sheet 1 for Set 42181-1 · Unknown · only this set in our catalogTechnic Panel Fairing #6 Long Smooth, Si… · Reddish Orange · only this set in our catalog
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Build DNA

Parts inventory insights for VTOL Heavy Cargo Spaceship LT81

1,365 pieces puts this build +110% against the average Technic set and +139% against the average 2024 release.

LEGO Technic

Vs average Technic set

+110%+715 parts
This set1,365
Average set650

Average Technic set: 650 pieces across 454 other sets.

Vs average 2024 set

+139%+794 parts
This set1,365
Average set571

Average 2024 set: 571 pieces across 561 other sets.

Color profile

15different colors

Dominant color

Black

Black650x
48%
Blue184x
13%
White137x
10%
Light Bluish Gray130x
10%

Unique parts

9.6 pieces per unique type

142

Repeat factor

Average pieces per unique type.

10x

Most used part

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots

Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots249x

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

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