Customer Reviews

LEGO TECHNIC Hauler 8264

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The 2009 mid-size Hauler is a nice addition to the 2008 construction lineup from Lego, namely the 8294 Excavator and 8295 Telehandler. It is nice that this kit actually has the Power Functions included with it rather than having to buy them separately as you had to with 8294 and 8295. The Hauler was much larger than I had anticipated for a mid-size model and it operates smoothly with the small PF motor and linear actuator, and the articulated steering is smooth as well. I wasn't really too hot on the new linear actuators when first introduced in 2008 to replace the pneumatic functions, but I rather like them, they make movements much more smooth and realistic than having to continually hand pump air into the cylinders of a pneumatic system. The dumper is the better than the alternate model which is a rather simple and boring flatbed truck, although the bed tilts via the linear actuator which is a nice touch. The downside to the alternate model is you have to download the instructions from the Lego website and unless you have a top-notch laser color printer the pics come out pretty grainy and it is REALLY hard to distinguish between dark gray and black pieces. I actually had to mark on the printouts what I thought were what color and go to the back of the instructions for the main model where the parts inventory was and make sure I had enough of each color. I was wrong in many instances. All in all though, the Hauler is worthy of the price and it is a fun early year model. Can't wait to see what is in store for the larger mid-year Technic offerings.

My 12 year old son really enjoyed putting this one together. He has already taken it apart and put back together twice. All the moving parts function well and he has banged it around a good bit and it stays together. Pretty durable, considering the amount of pieces in this one.

This is a product that is quite complex, but overall a very good project to work on. This is great for instructional and learning how to do your own.

Very durable and great toy for children OVER 12. It will be too hard for children under 12! I enjoyed this very much, this coming from a 15 year old. It took a hours of work a day to finish it. But after working 3 hours everyday for 4-5 days I finished it. It definitley takes kids away from the pc unless they find it hard but it wasnt so hard for me. I couldnt get the back to lift at first but after my father messed around with it he got it to work. Two styles to make, flatbed and dump truck. Back lifts up and down for either truck but you have to use a hesky 6 double a batteries to work it. BUY BATTERIES WITH IT!

A huge LEGO enthusiast, my 10 year old loved this one. A year later, he still does. As always, another awesome LEGO product.

Hauler is a great product, fun to build, fun to play with.

But, the requirement to obtain the instructions to build the Flatbed Truck Option is onerous and, for most of us, "unworkable". Ideally include both sets of instructions (ala the 8296 Tractor/ Dune Buggy). Or at least an option to purchase the instructions.