LEGO Traffic: Street Sweeper (2005)

The LEGO 7242 set, titled “Street Sweeper,” is a charming addition to the LEGO City line, released in the year 2005. This compact set features 63 pieces that come together to build a small, yet detailed, street sweeping vehicle, complete with rotating brushes designed to keep the LEGO city streets clean. The set includes one minifigure, a street sweeper operator, who is equipped with a shovel and broom accessories, highlighting the sets focus on urban maintenance and cleanliness. The Street Sweepers design is characterized by its bright color scheme, predominantly in yellow and black, with transparent elements for the windshield, enhancing its playful and realistic appearance. Suitable for children aged 5 and up, set 7242 offers a fun and straightforward building experience, encouraging imaginative play and interest in community services. The inclusion of this set in a LEGO City collection helps bring to life the everyday heroes who work behind the scenes to keep our communities clean and orderly.

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