LEGO Technic 42103 Dragster

Specifications
| Set number | 42103 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 |
| Piece count | 225 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic 42103, Dragster, is a racing car model released in 2020 within the Technic theme.
Set 42103 depicts a dragster, a racing car type associated with rapid straight line acceleration. Within the Technic theme, it belongs to the smaller vehicle models that emphasize exposed structure, wheel layout and mechanical construction rather than a fully enclosed body.
The build uses typical Technic elements such as beams, axles, connectors and body panels, giving a clear view of how the chassis and wheels are assembled.
It suits builders who want a compact Technic racing vehicle for play, display or comparison within a collection.
Inventory of set 42103
The inventory of set 42103 lists 225 pieces, spare parts excluded: 69 different lots (one shape in one color) for 64 part shapes. The box also contains 11 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 42103
Main color: black, making up 31% of the parts, followed by blue (20%) and light bluish gray (15%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 70 | 31% | |
| Blue | 46 | 20% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 33 | 15% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 18 | 8% | |
| Yellow | 13 | 5.8% | |
| Red | 12 | 5.3% | |
| Lime | 6 | 2.7% | |
| Trans-Yellow | 6 | 2.7% | |
| White | 5 | 2.2% | |
| Trans-Orange | 4 | 1.8% | |
| Other colors (4) | 11 | 4.9% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 72 | 32% | |
| Technic Beams | 39 | 17% | |
| Technic Connectors | 35 | 16% | |
| Technic Axles | 19 | 8.4% | |
| Technic Panels | 11 | 4.9% | |
| Tiles Round and Curved | 11 | 4.9% |
Most common parts in set 42103
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Blue | 32 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 14 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 12 |
| Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Centered Friction Ridge] 65487 | Black | 10 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced 32123b | Yellow | 8 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Tile Round 1 x 1 98138 | Trans-Yellow | 6 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Light Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Technic Pin Connector Round 1L [Beam] 18654 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole Underneath 18677 | Black | 4 |
63 of the 64 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 42103
One part shape in set 42103 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 42103-1 65482 |
Rebuilding set 42103 from another set
Share of the parts of set 42103 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31313 Mindstorms EV3 | 50% | 601 | 2013 |
| 42094 Tracked Loader | 49% | 827 | 2019 |
| 42079 Heavy Duty Forklift | 48% | 592 | 2018 |
| 5005496 Technic 40 Year Anniversary Model | 48% | 573 | 2017 |
| 42106 Stunt Show Truck & Bike | 47% | 610 | 2020 |
No similarly sized set goes above 50%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 42103 within its line
With 225 pieces, set 42103 ranks #283 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 490 sets released in 2020, it ranks #218. That is less than half the average Technic set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 42103 Dragster have?
LEGO set 42103 Dragster has 225 pieces. It was released in 2020 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 42103 released?
Set 42103 Dragster was released in 2020 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 42103?
LEGO set 42103 Dragster does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 42103?
The instructions for LEGO set 42103 Dragster can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 42103.
What is the main color of LEGO set 42103?
Black, with 70 out of 225 pieces, or 31%. Next come blue (20%) and light bluish gray (15%).
How many different parts does set 42103 contain?
Set 42103 has 69 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 64 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots in blue, with 32 copies.
Does LEGO set 42103 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 42103-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 42103?
Set 31313 Mindstorms EV3, released in 2013: it supplies 50%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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