In 1981 LEGO released 5 Technic sets. The largest Technic set from 1981 was
8859 Tractor with a piece count of 610 and a retail price of $39.99. The current estimated value of all these Technic sets from this year is about $2,782.84.
TECHNIC is one of The LEGO Company's main lines based on creating detailed model machines and mechanical toys with specialized beams, axles, gears and connectors and primarily designed for older children and adults. The theme was first introduced as the Expert Builder series in 1977, but was officially renamed as TECHNIC in 1984. TECHNIC is still an active theme, and is one of the longest running themes in LEGO history. While most TECHNIC sets are vehicles that use pieces to mimic real vehicles, such as engine pieces, suspension, pneumatic, and transmission pieces, the TECHNIC parts have been used by various other System themes as well as LEGO Mindstorms.
1981 LEGO Sets
In 1981, LEGO continued to expand its thematic range to cater to the diverse interests of its global audience. This year saw the introduction of the LEGO Fabuland theme, designed for younger builders transitioning from DUPLO to regular-sized LEGO bricks. The Fabuland sets stood out due to their unique anthropomorphic animal characters and simple builds, offering stories that blended town and country life. Alongside this, the established Town and Space themes received new additions, bolstering LEGO's offering for fans of those lines.