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LEGO 42114 Technic 6x6 Volvo Articulated Hauler RC Truck Toy, Remote Control Car Construction Vehicle

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In “display mode,” there is at least one nice feature to share. The engine cover can be raised and propped open using a Technic rod. As I noted earlier, the engine build is pretty sweet, and having a way to show it off is a plus. Overall, though, I am impressed and I think it's the best Technic Control+ model thus far released. Attractive, clever, and quite fun to operate, at least at first, until the novelty wears off... Literally no kid would care if the Hauler was an accurate depiction of that exact Volvo or just some generic mining hauler, similarly, no one would care if instead of the Osprey, we just got a generic swivel Rotor transport aircraft.

But perhaps LEGO is working on a strategy of planned obsolescence. Once they discontinue the last set tied to this app-based platform, they can let it wither and die. They then might have plausible deniability and suffer few consequences in sales as a result. Then they can just move on to the next very expensive powering system that requires additional investment by fans, old and new. RC model remote systems are so much better, use those: well, the radio part of those and the Bluetooth used by PU are very similar hardware, so they share the same advantages and faults. The software is specific to each manufacturer (as with Lego) so it would make it impossible to support all of them - doesn’t sound practical.It's a huge, imposing and impressive model that introduces a first for Technic: a motorised automatic gearbox, which works rather well... The cab assembly is connected to the rear section via a turntable and universal joint which allows it to both turn and tilt independently. Common parts in large quantities: Yellow beams and panels. There are 46 yellow panels in this kit across a variety of shapes and sizes. The majority are used to make the tipper tray. There is one thing not related to the model that is bugging me quite a lot, and this comment section is a prime example of it: PU App-bashing." Honestly, it is no secret that Boeing does produce more than just civilian aviation equipment. It is also no secret what the Osprey is. Are TLG seriously trying to tell us that they did not know that? I mean, they made a specific licensing deal with Boeing for crying out loud.

Fact is they screwed up big time. Far better to blame it on some scapegoat than to admit that they were wrong in the first place. I'm honestly concerned... how long until someone says that sets like this Volvo promotes mining, and mining is bad because it destroys the environment? Let me preface the next bit by saying that as an electronics and software engineer this subject is right up my alley - or to put it simply: I know what I‘m talking about. The orange handrails of the prototype have been very accurately captured here and, like its use in 42053 Volvo EW160E, orange adds a welcome splash of colour to the model.Can’t argue against that, except that the functions are (currently) pretty limited. You only need a few kinds of controls. On the plus side, in the future, exciting new kinds of functions could be possible only being a software upgrade away. LEGO Technic construction vehicle playsets are ideal for LEGO fans ready for a new challenge with vehicles that look and drive like the real thing. My comments above could be construed as “bashing” but I don’t mean them to be. I’m pretty much embracing PU, having already bought a few of these sets. Pointing out shortcomings is an effort to suggest improvements. Huw are you able to say if you received a promo copy of the Osprey and if so are you allowed to post a review?" I have some real mixed feelings about 42114 Technic 6×6 Volvo Articulated Hauler. From the standpoint of a remote-controlled vehicle that you build yourself, LEGO did a great job here. The construction is intricate and challenging, the control app is put together well, and the remote controls really…remotely…control…things? From a LEGO Technic standpoint, though, I felt a bit let down. Without the app (and a decent charge in the 6-AA batteries you need to supply), this is just a lump of plastic after you finish the build. You can’t even reuse the motors or the hub in your own creations currently. (Unless you’ve have access to the Spike Prime control modules, anyway) And that’s decidedly not fun.

The main play feature is driving the hauler around – and that works pretty well. The app allows you to play with either automatic or manual transmission. While not fast, it moves along pretty cleanly. The turning radius is the main issue here, as it takes a LOT of space for this thing to corner. Let me rephrase, since there are already people saying that (while using a machine made with minerals extracted from mines btw). How long until Lego starts to listen to them over their own fan base?" It's operated entirely from the Control+ smartphone app, of which I've been provided with a pre-release version. What I've also noticed, is that so many of those new Technic sets, especially the flagships, don't push the envelope in terms of function design anymore. Sure we got the sequential gearbox thing, but that hardly is something, that's needed, when you don't have a motor in there and you can't even see the pistons moving. Flagships in the past were supposed to be the state of the art of what is possible with Lego Technic at a given time, now it's mostly just fancy shells in another kind of lego system. Agree with yacoub's comment, they needed to create new 45 degree right angle triangular panels to avoid the gaps at both the tipper end and the vertical wall, the 30 degree triangular panels will never look right.The second section’s focus is on the hauler’s cab. Once again, I took the time to lay everything out (somewhat) neatly. There was a decent variety of Technic elements in useful quantities. There were also three more large piles of connection pins to deal with. I like that Lego is still coming up with new mechanisms for us to enjoy even after half a decade of Technic, and the model looks quite good both in form and function when compared with the source material. With respect, that is just your opinion. Yes, if all you want to do is make a motor spin endlessly and aimlessly, then there is zero need for an app control system.

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