8043 LEGO Technic Motorized Excavator

LEGO 8043 Motorized Excavator was a 1,123 piece Technic set released in 2010. It features a Motorized Excavator with 360-degree spinning cabin, an articulated arm, a digging shovel, and Power Functions for movement and digging and is remote controlled using four medium Power Functions motors in a 2x3+1 switch box.

It was retired in November 2012 with a lifespan of 27 months. The current value for a new and sealed Motorized Excavator is estimated at $665 with an average yearly gain of about 5%. On the secondary markets, the typical price range for the set MISB/NISB is between $641 and $793. The current used prices for Motorized Excavator can be found in the range of $225 and $299 depending on the set's condition, with an average price of $249 if it is in good overall condition.