LEGO® Technic 42240 Aston Martin AMR26 Leak: The Adrian Newey Effect

2026 isn't a normal Formula 1 season, it's a full reset. New Active Aerodynamics rules and design legend Adrian Newey's move to Aston Martin have raised expectations across the sport.

The LEGO Technic Ferrari SF-24 showed us what a modern F1 Technic build looks like, and the leaked LEGO 42240 Aston Martin AMR26 looks set to go further. Word is LEGO's designers had early sight of Newey's "nimble car" approach, timed so this 1:10 scale model lands on shelves around when the real car hits the track.

Leaked Specs

Feature	Details
Set Number	42240
Set Name	Aston Martin AMR26 F1 Car
Piece Count	~1,547 Pieces
Release Date	July 1, 2026
Est. Price	$229.99
Key Innovation	Integrated Active Aero Flaps (DRS 2.0)

Design Deep Dive: A Serious Piece of Engineering

Fans have been joking about whether the LEGO 42240 might end up "faster" than the real AMR26, a dig at Aston Martin's recent form on track. Jokes aside, the specs on this set aren't a laughing matter.

The Active Aero Feature

Where sets like the LEGO Technic F1 McLaren or the older 42096 Porsche use fixed wings, the 42240 is rumored to have a working "X-mode" lever. That would let you switch the front and rear wings between a high-downforce and a low-drag setup, something the Technic car lineup hasn't offered before.

The Color Question

Fans want more than a flat, standard green on this one. A metallic-flecked brick or a high-gloss finish would do the Aston Martin livery justice, and if LEGO delivers it, this set could end up more sought after on the display shelf than the Technic Mercedes or the Red Bull Technic car.

Displaying a Model Like This

A 1,500-piece build of this quality shouldn't end up squeezed onto a crowded bookshelf. A proper model car display case keeps that museum-grade look intact.

Protecting the stickers. A high-grade acrylic case body helps prevent the AMR26's detailed stickers from lifting or peeling with humidity over time.

Saving space. If your race car LEGO collection keeps growing, a wall-mounted display case is worth considering. Mounted on the wall, the 1:10 scale AMR26 shows off its aerodynamic profile from the top down, its best angle.

Going all in. Pairing the AMR26 with an acrylic display box that has a custom pit-lane background turns the model from a plastic kit into something closer to a trophy piece.

Common Questions

Is the LEGO 42240 part of the Icons line or Technic?

Technic, through and through. LEGO Icons sets are built for looks, while the AMR26 is about mechanical function, including a working V6 engine and steering.

How does its size compare to the LEGO Technic Ferrari SF-24?

Since the 2026 F1 rules call for shorter, narrower cars, the 42240 will likely be a touch more compact than the SF-24, but more densely detailed for its size.

Will there be a Red Bull version of the 2026 car?

So far the leaks only cover Aston Martin. Given how popular the Red Bull Speed Champions sets have been, though, a 1:10 scale Technic RB22 seems likely to follow later in 2026.

Would this set interest Star Wars collectors too?

It might, actually. A number of collectors who own sets like the UCS X-Wing have crossed over into F1 Technic sets, since both hobbies reward the same love of intricate detail and strong display presence.

Final Thoughts

The LEGO Technic 42240 looks like more than a toy, it's shaping up as a 1:10 scale tribute to one of F1's greatest designers. Whether you're buying it for the Newey connection or just to grow your race car LEGO collection, have your display case ready before July 2026.

What do you make of the leaked specs? Let us know if $229.99 feels like a fair price for a Newey-designed set.