A mid-sized Technic vehicle that does its job without doing anything memorable — the LT78 is competent, but competent doesn't move the needle at $35.
The parts alone are worth about 151% of the street price — the basis for this C+ price read.
BargainThe parts alone are worth more than you pay — $36 of parts for $24.
The Surface Space Loader LT78 slots into Technic's growing space-adjacent lineup as a solid entry point — nothing more. At 435 pieces for $35, the pricing is fair enough that you won't feel robbed, but the build doesn't reward you with any moments that stick. The mechanical functions are present and reasonable for the scale, though hardcore Technic builders will exhaust the interesting bits quickly. Display potential is limited; this reads more as a playset prop than a shelf centerpiece. It's a decent pick for someone new to Technic or a younger builder stepping up, but veterans will likely move on fast. The C+ across the board says it all: not a mistake to buy, not a must.