LEGO TECHNIC Log Loader (8049)

by LEGO

Product Features

• 2 models in 1
• Rebuilds into a log handler
• Features tractor with steering and log loader trailer that can be unhitched from the tractor
• Add compressor function by purchasing 8293 Power Functions Motor Set
• 525 pieces

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18.9 x 2.4 x 11.1 inches ; 2.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B002RL7WJC
• Item model number: 4567587
• Our recommended age: 9 years and up
• Manufacturer recommended age: 9 - 16 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #76,490 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

No logging job is too big for this impressive log loader. Use the control knob to steer the tractor to the trailer, then hitch them up. Take control of two pneumatic-like valves to operate the fully-articulated crane arm and pick up the log with the working grabber. Realistic and functional.

Product Description

Pieces: 525

Grab ?em, load ?em, and haul ?em away with the power of pneumatics!
No logging job is too big for this impressive log loader! Use the control knob to steer the tractor to the trailer, then hitch them up! Take control of two pneumatic-like valves to operate the fully-articulated crane arm and pick up the log with the working grabber. Realistic and functional! 2-in-1 model rebuilds into a rugged log handler vehicle.

• Features tractor with steering and log loader trailer that can be unhitched from the tractor!
• Log loader features two pneumatic-like valves that control the articulated crane arm!
• Add compressor function by purchasing 8293 LEGO Power Functions Motor Set!
• 2 models in 1: rebuilds into a log handler!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Return of Lego Pneumatics, January 1, 2010

By 

R. Ferguson (Earth) - See all my reviews
(TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (VINE VOICE)    (REAL NAME)   

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: LEGO TECHNIC Log Loader (8049) (Toy)

Normally I wouldn't give five stars to a tractor and trailer, but this set marks the return of the much beloved Lego pneumatics. Those cylinders operating the log-grabber are attached to hoses that lead from a pump underneath the trailer. You operate the pump with your finger and use valves to control the air to the pistons. Don't expect miracles from the pneumatic system; the pistons do not have a long throw and the grabber is not going to lift heavy weights. But it is fun and I think quite educational for the kids. For children, turning the spaghetti of pneumatic plumbing into a working artifact is a revelation. In fact, this set is probably more valuable for its creative possibilities in building different machines than it is as a log lifter. If you enjoy building machines with your kids, I recommend this set highly. The tractor is rather compact and spartan, but the kids have an easy time maneuvering it. And the trailer with the pneumatic log lifter is like a big robotic claw for them. The finger pump and the valves are not the easiest devices for some children to manipulate (i.e., age six or younger). You can purchase an accessory motor set (Lego 8293) to power the pump, however, and I recommend lengthening the valve levers so that little fingers have an easier time with them.

Update (January 2011): Lego delisted this set at the end of 2010. As the set becomes scarce, prices will become unreasonable. However, Lego has a big pneumatics set planned for latter 2011. Lego 8110 is a Unimog U400 with a pneumatic grabber; the early pictures suggest it is going to be a beautiful set, but expensive. Still, this appears to confirm that Lego sees a modest market for pneumatic technic sets.

Cheers

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Long-time LEGO fan thinks this is the best value yet!, March 5, 2010

By 

PhillyMusicLover (Philadelphia, Pa United States) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: LEGO TECHNIC Log Loader (8049) (Toy)

I've always been a fan of Legos, especially the Technics Legos. I've always thought the pneumatics added something special to the technics series. Apparently Lego brought the pneumatics back! I'm glad they did because this is the best lego set I've ever owned. It's the best bang for your buck you'll get. It's a ton of fun to put together (why I like legos) and when it's built it's very educational. Not to mention when you go online you get instructions for the "B" set, a log handler, also fun to build and a high quality model.

I would highly recommend this set, great design, fun to build, great value.