Unleashing Creativity: Alternative Builds with LEGO Set 60254-1 “Race Boat Transporter”

From the roar of engines to the splash of waves, LEGO Set 60254-1 “Race Boat Transporter” captures the excitement of high-speed aquatic racing. Yet hidden within its 265 pieces lies far more than just a transporter and its sleek orange race boat. By repurposing the same elements—beams, panels, wheels, and specialized connectors—builders can craft an entire fleet of vehicles and machines that extend far beyond the track. Imagine a rugged off-road cruiser towing your boat across desert dunes, or a futuristic jet car ready to launch into the stratosphere. Perhaps a nimble helicopter lifts the craft over a canyon, or a compact junior racer zips through a cityscape.

The beauty of these alternate builds lies in the set’s versatile parts: the frame of the transporter becomes the chassis of a road grader, while its wheels and axles form the base of a heavy cruiser. Transparent windscreens transform into cockpit canopies for a retro-futuristic jet, and the boat’s hull panels become aerodynamic fairings for speed drivers. Each model challenges you to think laterally about how one piece can serve multiple roles, fostering problem-solving skills and inventive thinking. Whether you’re a seasoned MOC designer or a newcomer seeking inspiration, exploring these possibilities will deepen your appreciation for modular design and open up new avenues for storytelling with LEGO.

Below, you’ll find unique alternative builds—all created using only the parts from Set 60254-1.

Get ready to embark on fresh adventures beyond the original race boat transporter!

60254 Race Team

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-43414/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-race-team/

60254 SUV with Trailer

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-37403/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-suv-with-trailer/

60254 Road Grader

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-39031/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-road-grader/

60254 10-in-1

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-40400/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-10in1/

60254 Speed Drivers

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-37430/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-speed-drivers/

60254 Helicopter

Designer: KlintIsztvud
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-44256/KlintIsztvud/60254-helicopter/

60254 Junior RACERS

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-55939/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-junior-racers/

60254 Air Adventures

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-69534/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-air-adventures/

60254 Retro Futuristic Jet Car

Designer: Keep On Bricking
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-130675/Keep%20On%20Bricking/60254-retro-futuristic-jet-car/

60254 Heavy Cruiser

Designer: Dinhdinhchannel – DDC
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-132399/Dinhdinhchannel%20-%20DDC/60254-heavy-cruiser/

60254 Jet Car

Designer: RodionARR
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-87585/RodionARR/60254-jet-car/

Each of these models showcases how a single set can multiply your creative toolkit—transforming a simple race boat transporter into a versatile garage of machines, racers, and vehicles. Which build will you tackle first?