To celebrate 75 years of the Land Rover Defender 90, Lego has created a special edition 2336-piece set, complete with all the accessories for an off-road expedition.

The set has a two-in-one format, allowing builders to create an everyday road-ready model or customise it for adventures.

The 32cm-long Lego model reflects this with accessories including a roof rack, raised air intake, front bumper with working winch, side rails and toolbox, plus traction plates for crossing mud and sand. It also has working steering and suspension, opening doors and bonnet and an interior with details based on the full-size Classic Defender.

Paul Barritt, Director of Land Rover Classic, said: “Defender is synonymous with adventure and this new Lego set is a perfect way to capture the spirit of an incomparable, unstoppable automotive icon, whilst also sharing the playful side of the vehicle.” 

Kurt Kristiansen, Lego Design Master, said: “Bringing the Classic Defender to life in bricks was no easy challenge. Defender can take you anywhere, so during the design process we wanted to infuse the set with that sense of adventure. We can’t wait to see fans’ reactions.”

The Lego Icons Classic Land Rover Defender 90 set is available from 1st April to Lego VIP members, 4th April at Lego.com and in Lego Stores, while Land Rover will retail it from July 1st. It is priced at NZ$399.