LEGO Technic 8292 Cherry Picker

Specifications
| Set number | 8292 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2008 |
| Piece count | 725 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic set 8292, Cherry Picker, depicts a vehicle mounted lifting platform for work at height.
Set 8292 sits within the Technic tradition of utility vehicles built around visible structure and mechanical form. A cherry picker is a practical work vehicle rather than a licensed subject, which makes the model a clear example of Technic focusing on machinery and vehicle engineering.
The build uses 725 pieces and presents a recognizable service vehicle with a lifting platform subject.
This model suits Technic collectors who want more than cars, trucks, or construction machines in the broadest sense. It can be displayed as a compact work vehicle with a distinctive raised equipment profile, and it can also be handled as an example of Technic construction methods. Within a Technic collection, it belongs naturally with service and maintenance vehicles.
Inventory of set 8292
The inventory of set 8292 lists 725 pieces, spare parts excluded: 110 different lots (one shape in one color) for 102 part shapes. The box also contains 15 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 8292
Main color: black, making up 32% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (25%) and blue (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 230 | 32% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 178 | 25% | |
| Blue | 103 | 14% | |
| Yellow | 81 | 11% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 65 | 9% | |
| Red | 37 | 5.1% | |
| Tan | 11 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Orange | 8 | 1.1% | |
| Trans-Clear | 8 | 1.1% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 0.3% | |
| Other colors (1) | 1 | 0.1% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 248 | 34% | |
| Technic Beams | 154 | 21% | |
| Technic Connectors | 100 | 14% | |
| Technic Axles | 95 | 13% | |
| Technic Bushes | 24 | 3.3% | |
| Technic Gears | 23 | 3.2% |
Most common parts in set 8292
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 89 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots 6558 | Blue | 48 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 39 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Light Bluish Gray | 22 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] 32054 | Light Bluish Gray | 21 |
| Technic Bush 3713 | Red | 20 |
| Technic Beam 1 x 7 Thick 32524 | Light Bluish Gray | 19 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 6536 | Light Bluish Gray | 17 |
| Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges 4274 | Blue | 16 |
| Technic Axle 5 32073 | Light Bluish Gray | 13 |
101 of the 102 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 8292
One part shape in set 8292 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 8292-1 62406 |
Rebuilding set 8292 from another set
Share of the parts of set 8292 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8258 Crane Truck | 60% | 1,877 | 2009 |
| 42043 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 | 59% | 2,793 | 2015 |
| 42009 Mobile Crane MK II | 58% | 2,607 | 2013 |
| 9397 Logging Truck | 58% | 1,308 | 2012 |
| 8421 Mobile Crane | 57% | 1,885 | 2005 |
No similarly sized set goes above 60%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 8292 within its line
With 725 pieces, set 8292 ranks #147 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 224 sets released in 2008, it ranks #28.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 8292 Cherry Picker have?
LEGO set 8292 Cherry Picker has 725 pieces. It was released in 2008 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 8292 released?
Set 8292 Cherry Picker was released in 2008 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 8292?
LEGO set 8292 Cherry Picker does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 8292?
The instructions for LEGO set 8292 Cherry Picker can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 8292.
What is the main color of LEGO set 8292?
Black, with 230 out of 725 pieces, or 32%. Next come light bluish gray (25%) and blue (14%).
How many different parts does set 8292 contain?
Set 8292 has 110 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 89 copies.
Does LEGO set 8292 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 8292-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 8292?
Set 8258 Crane Truck, released in 2009: it supplies 60%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
See also
Sets from the same theme
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