When Lego bricks meet automotive engineering, magic happens.
The Danish toy company and British supercar manufacturer McLaren have outdone themselves with their latest collaboration: a fully drivable, life-sized replica of the iconic McLaren P1 hypercar made almost entirely out of Lego Technic pieces.
A life-sized replica of the McLaren P1 hypercar made almost entirely out of Lego Technic pieces (McLaren)
A monumental undertaking
This isn’t your average weekend Lego project. A team of 23 dedicated professionals from Lego and McLaren spent more than 8,000 hours bringing this ambitious vision to life. The result is a 1:1 scale model of the McLaren P1 that is not just for show; it actually drives.
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A life-sized replica of the McLaren P1 hypercar made almost entirely out of Lego Technic pieces (McLaren)
By the numbers
The sheer scale of this project is mind-boggling. The team utilized a staggering 342,817 Lego Technic pieces to construct the replica. To power the car, they incorporated 768 Lego motors, which enable it to reach an impressive top speed of 40 mph. Weighing in at 2,690 pounds, this model is a tad lighter than the original P1, which weighs 3,075 pounds. In total, the development and construction process took an astounding 8,344 hours.
A life-sized replica of the McLaren P1 hypercar made almost entirely out of Lego Technic pieces (McLaren)
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From toy to track
What sets this Lego creation apart is its functionality. Unlike previous life-sized Lego vehicles, this P1 replica features fully functional steering, allowing it to navigate corners on a real racetrack. To put it to the test, McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris took the wheel and completed a lap of the legendary Silverstone Circuit, covering a distance of 3.66 miles.
Lando Norris and a life-sized replica of the McLaren P1 hypercar (McLaren)
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Engineering challenges
Creating a drivable car out of Lego pieces presented unique challenges for the team. They had to ensure that the structure could support its own weight while incorporating working steering and suspension systems. The compact design of the original P1 made fitting all the necessary components a puzzle in itself, requiring innovative solutions and meticulous planning.
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