LEGO Technic 42123 McLaren Senna GTR

Specifications
| Set number | 42123 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2021 |
| Piece count | 830 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic set 42123, “McLaren Senna GTR”, represents a track-focused McLaren interpreted through the mechanical building style of Technic.
The model is based on the McLaren Senna GTR, bringing a licensed motorsport subject into the Technic range. Its low profile, angular bodywork and rear wing define the car’s visual identity. Within Technic, it sits among licensed vehicles where structural building, recognisable shaping and mechanical details are central to the design.
The build uses 830 Technic elements for the frame, body panels and visible exterior details. Known features of the model include working steering, opening doors and an engine with moving pistons, all built with the axles, connectors and panels typical of Technic construction.
This set is suited to builders who want a licensed McLaren model for careful play or display. In a Technic collection, it can be placed alongside other performance cars as a circuit-oriented interpretation, identified by the Senna GTR subject and by its emphasis on visible mechanisms.
Inventory of set 42123
The inventory of set 42123 lists 830 pieces, spare parts excluded: 131 different lots (one shape in one color) for 102 part shapes. The box also contains 14 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 42123
Main color: black, making up 53% of the parts, followed by blue (19%) and light bluish gray (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 440 | 53% | |
| Blue | 160 | 19% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 96 | 12% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 46 | 5.5% | |
| Red | 32 | 3.9% | |
| Yellow | 19 | 2.3% | |
| Reddish Brown | 15 | 1.8% | |
| Tan | 8 | 1% | |
| Trans-Clear | 6 | 0.7% | |
| White | 3 | 0.4% | |
| Other colors (2) | 4 | 0.5% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 298 | 36% | |
| Technic Connectors | 171 | 21% | |
| Technic Beams | 139 | 17% | |
| Technic Axles | 74 | 8.9% | |
| Technic Panels | 40 | 4.8% | |
| Technic Bushes | 31 | 3.7% |
Most common parts in set 42123
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 146 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 1 Center Slot 42924 | Blue | 68 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Blue | 30 |
| Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Centered Friction Ridge] 65487 | Black | 27 |
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Red | 22 |
| Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle 11214 | Dark Bluish Gray | 20 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes 42003 | Black | 19 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 6536 | Black | 19 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 17 |
| Technic Beam 2 x 4 L-Shape Thick 32140 | Black | 16 |
99 of the 102 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setobrick, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 42123
3 part shapes in set 42123 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. Counting colors, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 42123-1 72203 | |
| Technic Panel Car Mudguard Arched 9 x 2 x 3 with Light Bluish Grey/Black Decorations print 42531pr0002 | Blue |
| Technic Panel Car Mudguard Arched 9 x 2 x 3 with Light Bluish Grey/Black Decorations print 42531pr0001 | Blue |
Rebuilding set 42123 from another set
Share of the parts of set 42123 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42114 6x6 Volvo Articulated Hauler | 62% | 2,193 | 2020 |
| 42056 Porsche 911 GT3 RS | 55% | 2,704 | 2016 |
| 42098 Car Transporter | 50% | 2,493 | 2019 |
| 8110 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U400 | 47% | 2,048 | 2011 |
| 42069 Extreme Adventure | 47% | 2,382 | 2017 |
Set 42114 6x6 Volvo Articulated Hauler supplies 62% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 42123 within its line
With 830 pieces, set 42123 ranks #124 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 519 sets released in 2021, it ranks #81.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Philippe Hurbain, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 42123 McLaren Senna GTR have?
LEGO set 42123 McLaren Senna GTR has 830 pieces. It was released in 2021 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 42123 released?
Set 42123 McLaren Senna GTR was released in 2021 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 42123?
LEGO set 42123 McLaren Senna GTR does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 42123?
The instructions for LEGO set 42123 McLaren Senna GTR can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 42123.
What is the main color of LEGO set 42123?
Black, with 440 out of 830 pieces, or 53%. Next come blue (19%) and light bluish gray (12%).
How many different parts does set 42123 contain?
Set 42123 has 131 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 102 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots in black, with 146 copies.
Does LEGO set 42123 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 3 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Sticker Sheet for Set 42123-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 42123?
Set 42114 6x6 Volvo Articulated Hauler, released in 2020: it supplies 62%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is this model based on a road car or a track car?
It represents the McLaren Senna GTR, a track-focused version. The low body and rear wing support that motorsport presentation.
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