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A World War II British Infantry soldier, custom printed by Brickmania on a genuine LEGO minifigure.

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Staying warm in winter requires the proper gear. Blend into your surroundings with this winter parka uniform. German Army parkas were reversible, one side white and the other field gray, and were commonly issued with tan felt boots.  Designed to be paired with BrickArms® German Field Gear; this minifigure is easily customizable for a variety of German loadouts.

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About the WC54 Ambulance:

Deployed primarily during World War II and the Korean War, the WC54 Ambulance served as the primary transport vehicle for battlefield causalities. Although produced by American factories, the WC54 was deployed worldwide through the Lend-Lease Act and enjoyed popularity among Allied forces. It later served M.A.S.H. units during the Korean War. The WC54 would continue to see use through the 1960’s.

Although it was designated as an ambulance, few soldiers were ever treated inside the vehicle. Soldiers were often treated before they entered the vehicle or later at a battlefield hospital, depending on the severity of their injuries. The WC54 was marked as a medical vehicle under the Geneva Convention with a large red cross and a white background. These markings were designed to prevent the ambulance from taking enemy fire under international law, however, this didn’t always work as intended as the WC54 was a front-line vehicle.

Specifications:

• Crew: 2
• Weight: 3 tons (2,721 kg)
• Engine: Dodge T214 6-cylinder
• Speed: 54 mph (87 km/h)

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

Features of this model:

• Opening front and back doors
• Designed by Daniel Siskind
• Includes 248 genuine new-condition LEGO elements
• Sophomore Skill Level (2-4 years of experience with LEGO is recommended)
• Easily removable roof for interior access
• Room inside for driver and LEGO stretcher (not included)
• 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
• This over-all color scheme of this model is dark gray

This Brickmania model kit is made from genuine unused LEGO bricks and is shipped disassembled. Also included are full-color printed building instructions and is packaged in a sealed box.

All Brickmania building kits are limited production and may be discontinued at any time.

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Used to keep personal belongings, food, equipment, photos of loved ones, etc. The simple Pacific GI Footlocker Crate was an essential part of the wartime effort in the Pacific.

Includes

• Captured Nambu Pistol (Brickarms®)
• Captured Japanese Officer Katana (LEGO®)
• Custom Printed Captured Japanese Good Luck Flag (LEGO®)
• Custom Printed Crate (Brickarms®)
• Custom Printed Breakfast, Supper, Dinner Ration Tiles (LEGO®)
• Custom Printed “Clutchy Stud” Cigarette Pack Tile (LEGO®)

DISCLAIMER: REMEMBER KIDS, SMOKING IS FOR BLOCKHEADS

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About the F6F Hellcat:

The F6F Hellcat was the successor to the F4F Wildcat series of carrier aircraft used by the United States Navy in the Pacific Theater of WWII. The intention of this aircraft was to counter the Japanese Mitsubishi A6M Zero. Hellcats are credited with destroying a total of 5,223 enemy aircraft while in service.

During the Battle of the Philippine Sea, Navy fighter pilots shot down nearly 300 enemy aircraft in one day. The Hellcat produced more fighter aces than any other aircraft during WWII. The Hellcat proved invaluable as the US Navy conducted its operations across the Pacific Ocean. It is often noted that the appearance of the Hellcat had a significant impact in turning the tide to war in favor of American forces.

Specifications:

• Crew: 1
• Powerplant: 1 x Pratt & Whitney R-2800-10W “Double Wasp” two-row radial engine with a two-speed, two-stage supercharger
• Maximum speed: 391 mph
• Ferry range: 1,530 mi
• Armament:
•    Guns: 6 x 0.50 in M2 Browning machine guns, with 400 rounds per gun or 2 x 0.79 in AN/M2 cannon, with 225 rounds per gun and 4 x 0.50 in Browning machine guns with 400 rounds per gun
•     Rockets: 6 x 5 in HVAR or 2 x 11 ¾ in Tiny Tim unguided rockets
•     Bombs: up to 4,000lb full load including 1 x 2,000lb bomb or 1 x Ml.13-3 torpedo
•     Underwing bombs: 2 x 1,000 lb or 4 x 500 lb, 8 x 250 lb

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The F6F-5 Hellcat kit comes with the following features:

• Authentic V-17 Squadron likeness
• Retractable landing gear
• Foldable wings
• Custom-printed pilot minifigure with artwork designed by Lando
• Retractable Canopy
• High-quality sticker sheet, including squadron stickers
• 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models
• Designed by Cody Osell
• Includes 575 genuine new-condition LEGO® elements
• Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years of experience with LEGO is recommended)

All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition LEGO bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes complete printed building instructions and comes packaged in a sealed box. This is a limited edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.

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The Pacific Japanese Footlocker Crate held a Japanese soldier’s food and equipment while in the field. 

Includes:

• Custom Printed Japanese Emergency Ration
• Custom Printed Japanese Tuna Can
• Custom Printed Japanese Sake Bottle
• Custom Printed Japanese Tea Rations
• BrickArms^®  Type 90 Helmet
• Custom Printed Japanese Radio

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