Go behind the scenes on the design of 2026's LEGO Technic F1 McLaren

Go behind the scenes on the design of 2026's LEGO Technic F1 McLaren

Hear from LEGO Technic Model Designer Andreas Jensen on what went into designing 42228 McLaren MCL39.

LEGO Technic 42228 McLaren MCL39 has been revealed ahead of its release on March 1. The 1,675-piece model is a miniaturised version of last year's rocketship on the track that earned the McLaren Formula 1 team both championship titles in 2025.

The LEGO Group's Andreas Jensen was at LEGO Fan Media Days to unveil the set and offer insight into some of the intricately detailed features included in 42228 McLaren MCL39. Brick Fanatics' Matthew was there to hear from him firsthand and see the LEGO Technic set in hand, and now you can too in our most recent YouTube video.

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LEGO Technic 42228 McLaren MCL39 will be available to buy from March 1, priced at £199.99 in the UK, $229.99 in the US, and €229.99 in Europe.

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