LegoLEGO® Technic
Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78
- Set #
- 42178-1
- Parts
- 435
- Price/part
- 7.6 ct
- Release
- 2024
- Age
- 8+
Price comparison · 13 Offers · final prices incl. shipping
Where is Surface Space Loader LT78 cheapest right now?
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Used
22,19€BEST PRICE
10,71 € below cheapest new price22,19 €Usedincl. 6,19 € shipping · 2 to 4 days10,71 € below cheapest new priceBEST PRICEincl. 6,19 € shipping
- New32,90€3,07 € below usual price32,90 €Newfree shipping · 2 to 4 days3,07 € below usual pricefree shipping
New35,97€35,97 €Newincl. 5,99 € shipping · 2 to 3 daysincl. 5,99 € shipping
New37,45€37,45 €Newfree shipping · approx. 1 days.free shipping
New37,49€37,49 €Newincl. 7,50 € shippingincl. 7,50 € shipping
Price check · in short
What does Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178) currently cost?
On VERObricks, Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 (Set No. 42178) is currently listed by 12 shops across 13 offers. The lowest new price in the VERObricks comparison is 32,90 € (ebay), including free shipping. Other new offers range up to 55,94 €. Used, the set is available from 22,19 € (ebay). You currently save 9% (3,07 €) compared to the usual dealer price of 35,97 €. The manufacturer's RRP is 34,99 €. The current price per brick is 7,6 cents.
Notes on prices & affiliate links
Displayed prices may differ from actual offers. We update prices regularly, but offers on the linked pages may change quickly. Please note that we earn a commission on some qualified purchases made through partner links (e.g., from Amazon, eBay, or other shops). This only applies to links used within affiliate programs. There are no additional costs for you, and we also provide non-affiliate links to ensure a comprehensive overview of available offers.
Price history · Price development
Has Surface Space Loader LT78 ever been cheaper?
- Current
- 32,90 €
- New, best shop
- 30-day low
- 32,90 €
- on 28. Sept. 2026 · eBay
- Usual at dealers
- 35,97 €
- 90-day median, final price
- All-time low
- 19,92 €
- on 05. Mai 2024 · alza
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| Date | New | Used | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09. Nov. 2026 | 32,90 € | 22,19 € | eBay |
| 30. Okt. 2026 | 32,90 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 28. Okt. 2026 | 34,99 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 25. Okt. 2026 | 35,97 € | 24,92 € | steinehelden |
| 24. Okt. 2026 | 35,99 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 23. Okt. 2026 | 32,90 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 16. Okt. 2026 | 32,90 € | 19,19 € | eBay |
| 28. Sept. 2026 | 32,90 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 26. Sept. 2026 | 35,88 € | 24,92 € | steinehelden |
| 23. Sept. 2026 | 34,19 € | 24,92 € | eBay |
| 22. Sept. 2026 | 35,88 € | 24,92 € | steinehelden |
| 02. Sept. 2026 | 37,49 € | 35,99 € | duo-shop |
| 25. Juli 2026 | 39,98 € | 35,99 € | baustein-store |
| 24. Juli 2026 | 38,98 € | 35,99 € | duo-shop |
| 21. Juli 2026 | 39,98 € | 35,99 € | baustein-store |
| 20. Juni 2026 | 38,48 € | 35,99 € | duo-shop |
| 18. Juni 2026 | 38,98 € | 35,99 € | duo-shop |
| 11. Juni 2026 | 38,93 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 01. Juni 2026 | 37,97 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 24. Mai 2026 | 38,48 € | 35,99 € | duo-shop |
| 22. Mai 2026 | 39,64 € | 35,99 € | brickmo |
| 17. Mai 2026 | 29,46 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 11. Mai 2026 | 38,93 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 08. Mai 2026 | 37,97 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 01. Mai 2026 | 35,93 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 30. Apr. 2026 | 29,41 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 27. Apr. 2026 | 29,97 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 01. März 2026 | 33,97 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
| 25. Feb. 2026 | 33,97 € | 30,84 € | steinehelden |
| 29. Jan. 2026 | 33,97 € | 35,99 € | steinehelden |
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Details
Set details
At a glance
- Brand
- Lego
- Partcount
- 435
- Build Duration
- 1–2 h
- Age
- 8+
- Release / EOL
- 2024 – 2025
- RRP
- 34,99 €
- Price per Part
- 7.6 ct
- good value
- Part-Out Value
- 53,27 €
- POV Rate
- 1.6×
- very high part value
Building instructionsPDF from the manufacturer
Technical data9 entries
Product
- Name
- Surface Space Loader LT78
Dimensions
- Product weight
- 0,4 kg
- Packaging width
- 26,2 cm
- Packaging height
- 7,6 cm
- Packaging length
- 28,2 cm
- Packaging weight
- 0,7 kg
Identification
- MFR
- 42178-1
- EAN
- 57020175841260673419389204
- SKU
- 42178
DescriptionManufacturer text
This LEGO® Technic™ vehicle lowers and raises itself to drive on different surfaces and makes a fun space-themed gift for kids.
Do you dream of living and working on another planet? Well now you can imagine what it would be like as you build this the LEGO® Technic™ Surface Space Loader LT78 Set. This off-road vehicle is designed for interplanetary exploration play and can travel over different terrains. Steer the loader, raise the cabin and use the crane to pick up and move the cargo.
Space vehicle for kids aged 8+ – This space exploration toy for boys and girls features steering, a raising and lowering function, a crane and an operator’s cab for hours of imaginative play
Raise and lower the crane – Kids can raise the operator’s cab and raise and lower the crane to pick up and move the cargo
Adapt to different terrains – Young space explorers can put the loader to the test as they imagine what it would be like to live and work on another planet
A gift idea for kids – This set makes a fun gift for boys and girls who love building space vehicle toys
Air lock connects to other models – A special space air-lock element lets kids connect other compatible space-themed LEGO® gifts (sold separately) for more adventures
Intuitive instructions – The LEGO® Builder app guides your youngster on an intuitive building adventure with tools that let them zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save sets and track their progress
Measurements – 435-piece set with a model measuring ov er 3.5 in. (9 cm) high, 8 in. (20 cm) long and 7 in. (19 cm) wide
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can you buy Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78?
New stock is available at steinehelden, idee-spiel, duo-shop, ebay, brickstore, brickmo, michlsonlineshop, baustein-store, toymi, amazon.de-mp, amazon-it, amazon-fr (12 shops). Used copies are offered by ebay. Free shipping is available at ebay, amazon.de-mp. VERObricks compares all prices in real time and always shows you the lowest offer — for new and used stock, with shipping cost comparison.
Was Surface Space Loader LT78 ever cheaper? Price history & all-time low
VERObricks tracks the price history of Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 across all shops. The historical low for new is 19,06 €. The highest observed new price was 39,98 € — a range of 20,92 €. Currently, the price is 13,84 € (73%) above the all-time low. The lowest used price historically was 19,19 €. The price trend is upward — the price has risen recently. A price alert may pay off. With the VERObricks price alert you'll be notified instantly when the price reaches your target.
What is Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78? Contents, parts & details
Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 is a set by Lego from the "LEGO® Technic" theme (Set No. 42178, EAN: 5702017584126). According to the VERObricks database, the set includes 435 parts, Recommended age 8+. Manufacturer description: "This LEGO® Technic™ vehicle lowers and raises itself to drive on different surfaces and makes a fun space-themed gift for kids." On VERObricks you can find the set in these categories: LEGO® Technic, Technic, Vehicles, Space.
When was Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 released and how long will it stay available?
Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 was released in March 2024. The set retired at the end of 2025 (EOL, end of life). New copies come from remaining stock only; for used ones, use the eBay search on this page. The official building instructions are available as 2 PDF files directly from the manufacturer, linked in the set details section.
Can you also buy Surface Space Loader LT78 used?
According to VERObricks, Lego® Surface Space Loader LT78 is available used from 22,19 € at ebay. Compared to the lowest new price (32,90 €), you save 10,71 € — that's 33% off. Tip: Used building block sets are a sustainable and budget-friendly alternative. VERObricks compares all used offers from various retailers for you.
Is Surface Space Loader LT78 worth it at the current price?
At the current VERObricks best price of 32,90 € for 435 parts, that works out to 7,6 cents per part. That's in the typical range for Lego sets. Licensed themes and special parts can raise the price per part. The current discount of 9% off the usual dealer price is moderate.