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Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (42242)

Name: Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42242

LEGO.com RRP:

£109.99

🧱 1189 pieces - : £0.09

Available From

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£109.99

Price updated: 14 Jun 2026

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Price Analysis

Lowest Price Ever

£109.99

at LEGO.com · May 2026

Average Price (12mo)

£109.99

Current vs Average

0.0%

Near average

Price Trend

Stable

Last 30 days

Value Score

10.0/10

Price-per-piece vs theme avg

The lowest price we've recorded for Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane is £109.99 at LEGO.com in May 2026. The current price is close to the 12-month average of £109.99.

Price History & Buying Verdict

VerdictNo strong signal yet

•On price-per-piece, this is one of the better-value sets in the Technic range (value score 10.0/10 vs theme average).

We've been tracking the price of LEGO Technic Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (1,189 pieces) for 42 days, recording 7 data points across LEGO.com and major UK retailers. Over that period the price has dropped 0 times below previous levels, with the lowest price ever recorded being £109.99 at LEGO.com in May 2026.

The 12-month average sale price for set 42242 works out to £109.99 — that's 0% above the LEGO RRP of £109.99. The highest price we recorded across our tracked retailers was £109.99, giving a range of about £0.00 between the cheapest and most expensive observation.

Want to see how LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (set 42242) compares against other sets? Browse the best-value LEGO sets or check the full price-history tracker.

Description

Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (42242) is a LEGO Technic set with 1,189 pieces, with an RRP of £109.99. Prices have been stable over the last 30 days. With a value score of 10.0/10, this set offers excellent value compared to other Technic sets.

SpecificationsTake model building to new heights with the LEGO® Technic™ Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (42242) construction truck toy for boys and girls ages 11 and up. This detailed model building kit is packed with features for kids to explore. Steer the Unimog, then drop the outriggers for added stability before trying out the crane. Use the pneumatic pump to lift and lower the knuckle boom crane, guiding it into position, ready to lift and transport the pallet. Other realistic features include 4- wheel drive, a 6-cylinder piston engine, suspended axles, opening hood and opening doors. This set makes a fun gift idea for kids who enjoy construction site play. LEGO Technic construction sets feature realistic movements and mechanisms that introduce kids to the universe of engineering in an approachable way. Build with confidence using the LEGO Builder app, which lets kids zoom, rotate in 3D and track progress with easy-to-follow digital instructions. This set contains 1,189 pieces.

Features

CONSTRUCTION TRUCK TOY – Give kids who love heavy-duty vehicles a rewarding project as they assemble this detailed Mercedes-Benz Unimog with Crane (42242) model for boys and girls ages 11 years up
PNEUMATIC FUNCTIONS – This building set introduces new engineering skills as kids use the precision controls to raise and lower the knuckle boom crane to lift and move the pallet
PACKED WITH REALISTIC DETAILS – This construction vehicle is filled with authentic details including 4-wheel drive, a 6-cylinder piston engine, suspended axles, an opening hood and opening doors
HANDS-ON FUN – Kids can imagine life on a busy construction site as they play with their crane and explore its features before proudly displaying the model on a shelf or a nightstand
GIFT IDEA FOR KIDS – This LEGO® Technic™ truck set makes a fun gift for boys and girls who love construction site play
DISCOVER MORE CONSTRUCTION TOYS – Explore more action-packed play with the range of LEGO® Technic™ sets (sold separately), featuring realistic movement and mechanisms to inspire young builders
A HELPING HAND – Discover digital instructions in the LEGO® Builder app, where kids can zoom in and rotate models using 3D instructions, track their progress and save sets
DIMENSIONS – A 1,189-piece set with a toy crane model measuring over 7 in. (18 cm) high, 12 in. (31 cm) long and 5 in. (13 cm) wide

Frequently Asked Questions about Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane

What is the best price for LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set 42242)?

LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) is currently priced at £109.99 on LEGO.com. We continuously monitor prices across multiple UK retailers to find you the best deals.

How many pieces are in LEGO set 42242?

LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) contains 1,189 pieces. At the LEGO.com price of £109.99, that works out to approximately 9.3p per piece.

What age is LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane suitable for?

LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) is recommended for ages 11+. This set is part of the LEGO Technic theme. View all Technic sets and deals.

Where can I find the building instructions for LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane?

You can download the official building instructions for LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) for free from LEGO.com. Download the building instructions here. The instructions are available as a PDF and can be viewed on any device.

Where can I buy LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane in the UK?

LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) is available from LEGO.com at £109.99. We're monitoring other UK retailers for availability. Check our recent price drops for updates.

What is the lowest price ever recorded for LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane?

The lowest price we've recorded for LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane (Set #42242) is £109.99 at LEGO.com in May 2026. That's 0% off the LEGO RRP of £109.99. Track the latest movements on our LEGO price history page.

Is LEGO Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane good value for money?

Comparing piece-count to price across the LEGO Technic theme, this set scores 10.0 / 10 for value. That works out to about 9.3p per piece. That puts Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 5023 with Crane in the top tier of Technic sets for raw build value — you're paying noticeably less per brick than the theme average. Compare against other contenders on our best-value LEGO sets page.