LEGO dropped the John Deere 9620R 4WD Tractor (42136) in 2022 as part of the Technic Licensed collection — a fun, focused build at 390 pieces with a retail price of $34.99.
At $0.090 per piece, the value here is reasonable — right in line with what you'd expect from Technic.
The John Deere 9620R 4WD Tractor is a solid entry in the Technic range — nothing flashy, but well-built and fun.
Key Features
390 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
$0.090 per piece — Better value than the Technic average
Licensed subtheme — A popular subcategory within Technic
2022 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's Technic theme is a powerhouse in the LEGO lineup with serious collector following, and the John Deere 9620R 4WD Tractor is a 2022 release that lands in a great entry point into the Technic theme at $34.99. The $0.090 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Technic right now.
Within Technic, the Licensed sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Technic for investment or just collecting, the Licensed releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
101% above retail. Now trading at $70.46, up 101% from $34.99 RRP — a 79% annualized return over 1.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.6x — Parts are worth $56.95 vs $34.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 1.9x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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