60226 Mars Research Shuttle

The LEGO City Space Agency is calling all young space adventurers to embark on an exciting brick space mission to the planet Mars. Get ready to blast off in the Mars Research Shuttle and embark on a thrilling journey of exploration and discovery. Inspired by real-life NASA missions, this LEGO set is designed to ignite the imagination and curiosity of children.

The Mars Research Shuttle playset features a space shuttle toy with an opening cockpit, two large cargo doors, and ample space inside for the storage drone. Equipped with a new-for-June-2019 articulated grappling arm, laser, and tilting solar panels, the NASA-inspired Mars rover is ready to navigate the Martian surface. The storage drone comes with an opening compartment, while the helidrone boasts a spinning rotor blade and scanner to read a secret symbol discovered on Mars. The set also includes a Mars scenery build with a hidden symbol, adding an extra element of mystery and adventure.

With Instructions PLUS, available in the LEGO Life app for smartphones and tablets, any LEGO builder can have an amazing building experience. The intuitive building instructions allow builders to zoom, rotate, and visualize their creation using the special ghost mode. This feature is particularly helpful for younger builders, guiding them through the building process and fostering a sense of independence and achievement.

The set includes two LEGO City astronaut minifigures, adding to the immersive play experience. The astronauts are equipped with helmets featuring blue visors and Extra Vehicular Activity suits with golden visors. The set also includes a scanner and two new-for-June-2019 geodes with blue crystals, adding to the excitement of the Mars exploration mission.

Measuring over 9cm high, 23cm long, and 21cm wide, the research shuttle is an impressive model that captures the essence of space exploration. The Mars rover measures 5cm high, 7cm long, and 6cm wide, while the helidrone is 4cm long and 3cm wide. The storage drone and Mars scenery build both measure 3cm in height and width.

This LEGO set is not only a fun construction toy but also an educational tool that sparks interest in space and science. By recreating real-life NASA missions, children can learn about the wonders of space exploration while engaging in imaginative play. The attention to detail and realistic features of the set make it a great gift for kids who are fascinated by space and eager to embark on their own interplanetary adventures.

Safety is a top priority, and the LEGO City Space Agency ensures that this playset is suitable for children aged 5 and above. With 273 pieces, the set offers a challenging yet rewarding building experience that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor skills development.

So, join the LEGO City Space Agency and embark on an epic Mars research mission. Explore the red planet, recover geodes, and unlock the secrets of Mars with the Mars Research Shuttle playset. Let your imagination soar as you pilot the shuttle, navigate the rover, and uncover the mysteries of the universe. Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure that will inspire young space adventurers for years to come.