Following the successful return of the Artemis rocket after a 10-day lunar orbit mission, demand for the Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket set has exploded by 320% week-on-week at major retailers. Priced at £55, this 632-piece kit captivates builders aged nine and older, offering an educational dive into the Artemis SLS program and rocket launch mechanics.

Key Features of the Lego Artemis Rocket Kit

Developed in partnership with NASA, the set accurately replicates the rocket’s separation stages during launch. Builders crank a handle to activate three distinct phases that propel the Orion spacecraft capsule. The kit includes four astronaut nanofigures representing the mission crew and an informative panel detailing the operation.

Assembled, the model stands 70cm tall, 16cm long, and 3cm wide, serving as both a learning tool for children and a display piece for adult collectors.

Alternative NASA-Inspired Building Options

For advanced builders aged 18+, the full-scale Lego NASA Artemis Space Launch System at £219.99 features 3,601 pieces, including a multi-stage rocket, solid-fuel boosters, Orion capsule, and mobile launch tower.

Other choices include the Revell scale model of the NASA Artemis SLS, now £42.52, which allows painting and assembly for all skill levels. The CaDa NASA Artemis Space Launch System, a 659-piece set at £39.99, boasts realistic engines, NASA markings, and movable parts.

Fan Reviews Highlight Appeal

The £55 kit earns a 4.9-star average rating. One builder shared: “It’s such a beautiful piece of Lego set, really enjoy building it, it’s like a mini spaceship, impressive.”

Another enthusiast noted: “This is such a cool toy! It’s perfect for both kids and adults who love to build. The rocket design is really neat and looks awesome. Definitely a fun addition to any collection.”

A reviewer praised: “My first Technic Lego for my husband. A space geek so this NASA Artemis Space Launch Rocket was right up his street. This is just so clever, the build as always was simple and easy to follow. The clever moving mechanism based at the bottom to separate the boosters is genius. My husband had fun building this!!”

Even the lone four-star review acknowledged: “This was a good build didn’t take too long to build the only problem is the actual rocket is many pieces and you can see all the joining holes in it.”