Lego - LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 - Reveal your racing soul

By Mulder, 08 february 2022

Reveal your racing soul with the new LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 race car

Drivers, get ready to live your passion for Formula 1 by preparing the new LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1™ race car for the start! With its refined design and many features, this new model will steal the show from any other collection.
 

 Just like the real thing, this gorgeous LEGO product is a gem of excellence and engineering. Designed in close collaboration between the experts at the LEGO Group and McLaren Racing, in parallel with the development of the team's new F1 car, it pays homage to McLaren Racing's iconic 2021 livery, while also revealing a glimpse of the car for the new season. The LEGO® Technic replica of McLaren's masterpiece is true to the original in every way, with a V6 engine with moving pistons, cockpit steering, suspension and differential lock.
 

The first LEGO brick Formula 1 car of this scale, this LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 product offers motorsport enthusiasts a meticulous reproduction of McLaren's pioneering design and cutting-edge technology. Formula 1 fans will be able to experience their passion for the sport in a new way, while taking time to relax through construction. "The partnership between the LEGO Group and McLaren grows stronger every time we come together for a new collaboration. We are always looking to excite and inspire fans by pushing the boundaries of what's possible with the technology and design we offer, both on the track and with LEGO models," says Neils Henrik Horsted, LEGO® Technic product manager. 
 

James Key, McLaren Racing Technical Director, added: "We are delighted to unveil this unique LEGO Technic replica of our F1 car. This model celebrates our 2021 livery while giving enthusiasts a glimpse of our 2022 F1 design. It was made possible by the agile collaboration with the LEGO Group team who truly embraced our spirit of bravery and boldness in design. The final product is truly fantastic and we can't wait to get it into the hands of our fans." 
 
The 1,432-piece model will undoubtedly bring a sense of pride to LEGO brick enthusiasts and McLaren Racing team lovers as they cross the finish line. Measuring over 13cm high, 65cm long and 27cm wide, the model is finished off with sponsor stickers to make it a true-to-the-original display piece. 
 

The LEGO Technic McLaren Formula 1 race car will be available from March 1, 2022 on LEGO.com, in all LEGO stores and through the McLaren global network at a suggested retail price of €179.99.

(Source: press release)