Lego Fast and Furious Dodge Charger R/T Car 42231

The Legend Arrives

The Lego Fast and Furious Dodge Charger R/T Car, set 42231, rolls onto the scene with 1516 pieces, crafting a substantial model measuring 4 inches (10.2 cm) high, 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide, and 14 inches (35.6 cm) deep. The deep black panels are assembled with clever SNOT work, capturing the iconic silhouette right from the start.

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Set # 42231
Released 2026
Pieces 1516
Price / Piece 10.6¢
Figures None
Age 18+
Scale & Brick Value Piece Volume & Pricing Ranks
Piece Rank #168 Top 11% active
Historic Scale #462 Top 3% of 20,150
Part Efficiency #931 10.4¢/pc • Top 61%
Collector Insights Verified Oct 11, 2026

Includes 9 exclusive molds and 6 rare elements recorded across official inventories.

This set also includes 2 light extensions
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Set 42231 Build Specifications & Overview

Complete build timeline, spatial dimensions, and display footprint analysis.

Value Breakdown

Est. Build Time (*Pieces per minute)
Casual 12.8h 2 ppm*
AFOL (Avg) 6.4h 4 ppm*
Master Builder 3.7h 7 ppm*
Avg Price / Hour
$25.00/hr
Price Per Basic Brick
$0.10

Priced perfectly inline with standard LEGO sets.

Display Dimensions

Height 4 in (10.2 cm) 10 Bricks + 1 Plate high
Width 7 in (17.8 cm) 22 Studs wide
Depth 14 in (35.6 cm) 44 Studs deep
Display Footprint 98.0 sq in (632.3 sq cm) 22 × 44 Studs

The Scale Check

Height equivalent to approx 2.5 minifigures stacked.

Display Fit
Standard Shelf Friendly (Kallax/Billy)
Building Instructions

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Third-Party Display Extension

Charging Up the Icon: Best LED Kits for the LEGO Dodge Charger R/T

BUILDS:2|STARTER: $28.99|PRO: $49.98|MEDIAN: $49.98

Lighting up the 42231 Dodge Charger R/T is a study in contrasts. You're choosing between a single, pre-soldered harness that mirrors the car's no-nonsense demeanor, and a modular micro-LED system that rewards careful installation with a cleaner finish and remote control. Prices span $28.99 to $49.98, with the median at the top tier for brickbling's flexible kits and expanded features.

BrickBling LED kit for LEGO 42231 Dodge Charger R/T showing headlights and supercharger illuminated with modular micro-LEDs
premium ceiling +$20.99(vs Cheapest Starter Kit)

For the collector who wants control and clean lines

$49.98
Starting At
Classic Version$49.98
Remote Control Version$59.98

BrickBling's kit sits at the premium end, starting at $49.98, and throws its light forward on the headlights and supercharger. It features modular micro-LEDs that hide well, and you have a choice between a Classic wired setup and a Remote Control version for easier access to switching. If you're steady-handed and want a refined result with remote operation, this is your fit.

Set Cost Ratio31.24%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteAvailable
Price Rank#2 of 2
Lightailing LED kit for LEGO 42231 Charger illuminating front headlights and taillights with pre-soldered harness
budget floor

For the purist who wants a no-frills glow

$28.99
Starting At
Standard Version$28.99

Lightailing's offering anchors the budget end at $28.99, focusing on the essentials: headlights, tail lights, and that supercharger. It uses a pre-soldered integrated harness with thicker wires, and it comes only in a single standard edition, so no guesswork. This is a straightforward solution for someone who wants a classic look and values simplicity over wireless control.

Set Cost Ratio18.12%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteNone
Price Rank#1 of 2

Lighting kits and display add-ons are custom third-party accessories produced independently. They are not manufactured, sponsored, or endorsed by the LEGO Group.