With 1,492 pieces, the LEGO John Deere 948L-II Skidder (42157) is a solid build with a good amount of detail. It launched in 2023 under the Technic banner at $199.99.
At $0.134 per piece, it runs a bit higher — but that often reflects larger or more specialized elements.
Whether you're building for display or thinking long-term, the John Deere 948L-II Skidder has the piece count and theme appeal to make it worthwhile.
Key Features
1,492 pieces — Solid build size with a good level of detail
$0.134 per piece — Standard value for the Technic range
Licensed collection — Sought-after corner of the Technic lineup
Released 2023 — Technic sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The John Deere 948L-II Skidder falls under the LEGO Technic theme, sitting in the Licensed subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2023 at $199.99, it sits in a solid mid-to-upper range entry in Technic. The $0.134 per piece is in line with Technic averages.
The Licensed subcategory within Technic has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Technic collection.
Why This Set Is Special
Strong part-out value at 1.8x. Parts are worth $353.18 vs $199.99 retail (1.8x ratio). Theme average is 1.9x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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