About LEGO® Technic

LEGO® Technic launched in 1977 as the Expert Builder series. It was renamed Technic in 1984. The purpose of LEGO® Technic is to build advanced models using a different building style than brick-based LEGO® sets. Technic sets use specialized pieces, sometimes including motors and pneumatic elements, to create much more functionality than you can get with regular bricks. Technic pieces are very versatile and completely compatible with other LEGO® pieces, so you can often find them in other themes as well.

Technic sets come in all shapes and sizes. The first sets created were cars and a tractor. Since then we’ve added all sorts of models to the Technic collection –everything from supercars and motorcycles to helicopters and ships! You can browse the full range on our website here.