LEGO Technic history: 1977 to 2000 milestones
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LEGO Technic starts at 1977 and ends at 2000 in this history snapshot. The related sets range from 01-1 Chain Links in 1980 to 5227-1 Fiber Optic Cables in 2000.
Key facts
- Theme
- Technic
Quick answer
In this history snapshot, LEGO Technic runs from the first year 1977 to the last year 2000. The named set milestones include 01-1 Chain Links from 1980, 5099-1 Pneumatic Valves from 1997, several Technic entries from 1998 and 1999, and 5227-1 Fiber Optic Cables from 2000.
LEGO Technic timeline
- 1977: first year for the Technic theme in this data range.
- 1980: 01-1 Chain Links, 25 pieces.
- 1997: 5099-1 Pneumatic Valves, 1 piece.
- 1998: 5225-1 9v Motor with gear reduction, 1 piece.
- 1998: 5226-1 Cross Axles, 18 pieces.
- 1998: 5294-1 Toggle Joints & Connectors / Pegs, Bushings, & Couplers, 60 pieces.
- 1998: 5295-1 Racks & Pivots, 12 pieces.
- 1999: 5203-1 Silver Wheels, 4 pieces.
- 1999: 5204-1 Cyber Slam Accessories, 11 pieces.
- 1999: 5205-1 Pulleys and Rubber Belts, 14 pieces.
- 2000: 5227-1 Fiber Optic Cables, 8 pieces.
Why the 2000 marker matters
Within this Technic range, 2000 is the last year shown, and 5227-1 Fiber Optic Cables is the Technic set at that point. The preceding 1998 and 1999 entries include parts-focused names such as axles, wheels, belts, pulleys and connectors.
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