Off-Roader
8297-1 Technic 2008 1097 parts 4.5% repair risk Intermediate
Experience realistic engineering with the LEGO Technic Off-Roader set 8297-1. This rugged truck boasts impressive working details and functions, just like the real thing! Use the built-in motorized LEGO Power Functions to effortlessly raise and lower its ground clearance, operate the powerful front-mounted winch, and activate the bright LED headlights. The set includes a battery box, lights, switch, and motor for these exciting features. Admire the distinctive gull-wing doors, an opening trunk, and a functional hatch. Under the hood, a detailed V8 engine features moving pistons, complemented by a working steering system. This impressive vehicle measures 15 inches (39cm) long and can be rebuilt into a Buggy, with instructions available. It requires 6 AA (1.5V) batteries for full functionality.
Parts Inventory
| Part | Qty | LEGO price each |
|---|---|---|
![]() Tile 1 x 4 with Groove 2431 | 1× | €0,12 |
![]() Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] 2444 | 3× | Check price → View |
![]() Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] 2654 | 2× | €0,12 |
![]() Technic Axle Towball 2736 | 4× | €0,13 |
![]() Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | 142× | Check price → View |
![]() Technic Steering Wheel Small (3 Studs Diameter) 2819 | 1× | €0,34 |
![]() Technic Engine Cylinder with Side Slots 2850a | 8× | Check price → View |
![]() Technic Engine Piston Round 2851 | 8× | €0,18 |
![]() Technic Engine Connecting Rod 2852 | 8× | €0,11 |
![]() Technic Engine Crankshaft 2853 | 2× | €0,16 |
![]() Technic Engine Crankshaft Center 2854 | 3× | Check price → View |
![]() Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I] 2905 | 8× | Check price → View |
Repairability
Can you fix Off-Roader if a piece goes missing?
6 of the 134 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 Off-Roader
1,097 pieces puts this build +68% against the average Technic set and +191% against the average 2008 release.

Vs average Technic set
Average Technic set: 652 pieces across 453 other sets.
Vs average 2008 set
Average 2008 set: 377 pieces across 206 other sets.
Color profile
Dominant color
Black
Unique parts
1.7 pieces per unique type
Repeat factor
Average pieces per unique type.
Most used part
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots
142xResults are based on official LEGO part inventories. Accuracy improves as you confirm set completeness.
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![Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/244426.jpg)
![Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/6163901.jpg)







![Technic Beam Triangle Thin [Type I]](https://cdn.rebrickable.com/media/parts/elements/4211653.jpg)