Lego unveils an F1 miniature designed in close collaboration with the British McLaren team. The single-seater is made up of 1,432 parts and adopts the new design linked to the regulations which come into force in 2022. The set will be available from March 1 at a price of €179.99.
The 2022 F1 season marks the arrival of new regulations with redesigned single-seaters. As the season kicks off on February 23 in Barcelona, manufacturers are gradually lifting the veil on their new cars. Even before the official presentation of the new McLaren, scheduled for Friday February 11 at 8 p.m., Lego Technic has already unveiled a replica of the car.
A faithful representation
This is the first time that the Danish toy manufacturer has offered an F1 of this scale. The McLaren F1 2022 Lego Technic measures 65 cm long, 27 cm wide and 13 cm high. The single-seater is represented in every detail, from its V6 engine with working pistons to its suspension, steering and differential lock. This reproduction also makes it possible to have an preview of the new F1 design with the new aero and the switch to 18-inch wheels.
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A kit of 1,432 pieces
Discerning eyes will notice that the livery worn by the McLaren is that of the season 2021. Whatever… Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris, the team’s official riders, are already fans! The F1 McLaren Lego set is made up of 1,432 pieces and will be reserved for older children. It will be available from 1er March on the manufacturer’s site as well as in stores and in concessions of the Woking firm at a price of €179.99.
It’s here. The first McLaren F1 @Lego_Group Technic model, inspired by our 2021 livery%u2026 And there’s two BIG fans already! %uD83D%uDE4CAvailable from 1 March. pic.twitter.com/N2cONC03PO
—McLaren (@McLarenF1) February 8, 2022
