Inspire kids to adventure into outer space with the LEGO Technic Surface Space Loader LT78 (42178) set. It makes a great birthday gift for 8 year olds who love space toys and construction vehicles. This space exploration toy is packed with realistic details inspired by cutting-edge space engineering designs. Kids can steer the loader and raise the cabin before using the crane to pick up and move the cargo. This space gift also features a special space air-lock element so kids can connect other compatible space LEGO sets (sold separately) for even more space adventures. The LEGO Builder app will guide your youngster on an intuitive building adventure letting them zoom in and rotate models in 3D save sets and track their progress. Contains 435 pieces. • WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Contains small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years. • Space vehicle for boys and girls – This space toy for exploration features steering a raising and lowering function a crane and an operator's cab for hours of imaginative play • Raise and lower the crane – Kids can raise the operator's cab and raise and lower the crane to pick up and move the cargo • Adapt to different terrains – Young space explorers can put the loader to the test as they imagine what it would be like to live and work on another planet • A gift idea for kids – This set makes a fun birthday gift for 8 year olds who love building space vehicle toys • Air lock connects to other models – A special space air-lock element lets kids connect other compatible space gifts (sold separately) for more adventures • Intuitive instructions – The LEGO Builder app guides your youngster on an intuitive building adventure with tools that let them zoom in and rotate models in 3D save sets and track their progress • Measurements – 435-piece set with a model measuring over 3.5 in. (9 cm) high 8 in. (20 cm) long and 7 in. (19 cm) wide • No Battery Required • Assembly Required