LEGO Technic 42023 Construction Crew

Specifications
| Set number | 42023 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2014 |
| Piece count | 836 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic set 42023, Construction Crew, was released in 2014 as part of the Technic theme. With 836 pieces, it represents a construction subject built around technical assemblies and worksite machinery rather than minifigure based storytelling.
Construction Crew belongs to the LEGO Technic range of work vehicle and construction themed sets. Its subject is presented through mechanical building methods, exposed structures and functional looking assemblies, placing the emphasis on engineering style construction rather than a character driven scene.
Its build is based on Technic elements and structural subassemblies that convey a worksite theme.
It suits Technic collectors, builders interested in construction machinery and those looking for a parts based technical set. On display, it reads clearly as a worksite entry in the Technic theme. In a collection, it sits naturally beside other Technic models based on utility vehicles and working machines.
Inventory of set 42023
The inventory of set 42023 lists 836 pieces, spare parts excluded: 137 different lots (one shape in one color) for 98 part shapes. The box also contains 32 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 42023
Main color: black, making up 29% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (28%) and blue (16%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 241 | 29% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 230 | 28% | |
| Blue | 135 | 16% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 81 | 9.7% | |
| Red | 52 | 6.2% | |
| Yellow | 44 | 5.3% | |
| Tan | 29 | 3.5% | |
| Trans-Orange | 8 | 1% | |
| White | 5 | 0.6% | |
| Trans-Red | 4 | 0.5% | |
| Other colors (2) | 6 | 0.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 265 | 32% | |
| Technic Beams | 170 | 20% | |
| Technic Connectors | 101 | 12% | |
| Technic Special | 84 | 10% | |
| Technic Axles | 75 | 9% | |
| Technic Bushes | 35 | 4.2% |
Most common parts in set 42023
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 96 |
| Technic Link Tread with Beveled Edge 15379 | Black | 80 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Blue | 52 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 45 |
| Technic Bush 3713 | Light Bluish Gray | 19 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Light Bluish Gray | 17 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Light Bluish Gray | 16 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole 32184 | Black | 15 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thick with Pin Hole and Axle Hole 60483 | Dark Bluish Gray | 14 |
| Technic Axle 5 32073 | Light Bluish Gray | 13 |
95 of the 98 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 42023
One part shape in set 42023 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 42023-1 16139 |
Rebuilding set 42023 from another set
Share of the parts of set 42023 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42043 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 | 58% | 2,793 | 2015 |
| 9397 Logging Truck | 55% | 1,308 | 2012 |
| 42009 Mobile Crane MK II | 54% | 2,607 | 2013 |
| 45802 ANIMAL ALLIES Challenge Kit | 53% | 2,167 | 2016 |
| 42042 Crawler Crane | 53% | 1,400 | 2015 |
No similarly sized set goes above 58%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 42023 within its line
With 836 pieces, set 42023 ranks #120 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 478 sets released in 2014, it ranks #35.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 42023 Construction Crew have?
LEGO set 42023 Construction Crew has 836 pieces. It was released in 2014 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 42023 released?
Set 42023 Construction Crew was released in 2014 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 42023?
LEGO set 42023 Construction Crew does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 42023?
The instructions for LEGO set 42023 Construction Crew can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 42023.
What is the main color of LEGO set 42023?
Black, with 241 out of 836 pieces, or 29%. Next come light bluish gray (28%) and blue (16%).
How many different parts does set 42023 contain?
Set 42023 has 137 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 98 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots in black, with 96 copies.
Does LEGO set 42023 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 42023-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 42023?
Set 42043 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245, released in 2015: it supplies 58%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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