LEGO Technic 8066 Off-Roader

Specifications
| Set number | 8066 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2011 |
| Piece count | 141 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic 8066, Off-Roader, is a compact off-road vehicle model released in 2011.
Set 8066 depicts an off-road vehicle within the LEGO Technic theme. Its subject is therefore best understood as a small technical interpretation of a rugged vehicle using the building language associated with Technic.
The build forms a compact Off-Roader with a recognizable vehicle profile.
This set suits collectors who organize Technic vehicles, as well as builders looking for a modest display model or a self-contained play vehicle. Within the Technic range, it sits as a compact off-road subject rather than a figure-led or licence-based release.
Inventory of set 8066
The inventory of set 8066 lists 141 pieces, spare parts excluded: 48 different lots (one shape in one color) for 45 part shapes. The box also contains 6 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 8066
Main color: black, making up 31% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (30%) and red (9.9%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 44 | 31% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 43 | 30% | |
| Red | 14 | 9.9% | |
| Blue | 14 | 9.9% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 12 | 8.5% | |
| Tan | 9 | 6.4% | |
| Trans-Clear | 2 | 1.4% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 1.4% | |
| Yellow | 1 | 0.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 35 | 25% | |
| Technic Beams | 32 | 23% | |
| Technic Axles | 22 | 16% | |
| Technic Connectors | 17 | 12% | |
| Technic Bushes | 12 | 8.5% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 9 | 6.4% |
Most common parts in set 8066
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Bush 3713 | Light Bluish Gray | 8 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 8 |
| Technic Beam 3 x 3 L-Shape Thin 32056 | Black | 6 |
| Technic Axle 5 32073 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with Centre Pin Hole 32184 | Black | 6 |
| Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise 3749 | Tan | 6 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 2 Thin 41677 | Light Bluish Gray | 6 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 5 |
| Technic Pin 3/4 32002 | Dark Bluish Gray | 5 |
| Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced 32123b | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
45 of the 45 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
No part in set 8066 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 8066 from another set
Share of the parts of set 8066 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45544 EV3 Core Set | 55% | 547 | 2013 |
| 8049 Tractor with Log Loader | 53% | 525 | 2010 |
| 8067 Mini Mobile Crane | 51% | 292 | 2011 |
| 9393 Tractor | 50% | 353 | 2012 |
| 42022 Hot Rod | 49% | 414 | 2014 |
No similarly sized set goes above 55%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 8066 within its line
With 141 pieces, set 8066 ranks #339 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 276 sets released in 2011, it ranks #134. That is less than half the average Technic set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 8066 Off-Roader have?
LEGO set 8066 Off-Roader has 141 pieces. It was released in 2011 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 8066 released?
Set 8066 Off-Roader was released in 2011 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 8066?
LEGO set 8066 Off-Roader does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 8066?
The instructions for LEGO set 8066 Off-Roader can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 8066.
What is the main color of LEGO set 8066?
Black, with 44 out of 141 pieces, or 31%. Next come light bluish gray (30%) and red (9.9%).
How many different parts does set 8066 contain?
Set 8066 has 48 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 45 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Bush in light bluish gray, with 8 copies.
Does LEGO set 8066 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 8066?
Set 45544 EV3 Core Set, released in 2013: it supplies 55%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
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