B-17G – WWII Heavy Bomber (Pre-Order)
This is a pre-order of the B-17G – WWII Heavy Bomber Brickmania kit designed by Cody Osell. This kit is expected to ship the second weekend of May 2018.
All pre-ordered kits will include boxes signed by the Cody Osell, as well as a signed Certificate of Authentication signed by Cody.
This kit will not ship until the second week of May 2018.
About B-17G – WWII Heavy Bomber:
Among all the aircraft produced during the Second World War, bombers provided military planners with a new tool to wage war – the destruction of production facilities, cities, and military targets far behind enemy lines. The production of bomber aircraft and anti-aircraft weapons continued to evolve as the war continued. Among these massive machines, the B-17 “Flying Fortress” is one of the best-known American aircraft produced during the war.
In the early months of the war, it became apparent that large bombers would need some kind of protection from enemy fighter planes. Although bombers were commonly sent with escorts, the B-17 was designed to deal with enemy fighters on its own, deploying up to thirteen .50 caliber machine guns. When the B-17 reached its target, it could drop a maximum of 12,700 pounds of bombs.
Bomber crews suffered some of the highest casualty rates in the war. As ground-based anti-aircraft technology advanced, crews were often met with high-explosive shells. These shells would force shrapnel through the aircraft, injuring the crew inside. The B-17 often faced the well-seasoned Luftwaffe over Europe where crews struggled to defend themselves against the veteran German pilots. Nonetheless, the Flying Fortress and the men that crewed these ubiquitous aircraft would earn their place in history as legends in both the Pacific and European theaters of war.
Specifications:
- Wingspan: 103 ft, 9 in (31.6 m)
- Crew: 6-10
- Engine: 4x 1200hp Wright R-1820-97 Cyclones with GE Type B-22 exhaust driven superchargers
- Top Speed: 287 mph (462 km/h)
- Maximum Range: 1000-3000 miles (based on bomb load)
- Armament: 10-13x .50 cal. machine guns; up to 12,700 lbs in bombs
- Total Produced: 12,731
Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:
The B-17G – WWII Heavy Bomber kit comes with the following features
- 10 custom-printed minifigures
- 10 .50 caliber BrickArms machine guns mounted on moving turrets
- Moving flaps, ailerons, and rudder
- Retractable landing gear
- Printed Elements and high-quality sticker sheet
- Four bombs with opening bomb bay doors
- Spinning propellers
- Detailed interior
- Designed by Cody Osell
- Includes full-color printed building instructions
- Includes 3,074 LEGO, and BrickArms elements
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.
Restock: WWII Japanese Soldier V2
The Pacific Theater saw some of the bloodiest and hard won battles of World War II. The Imperial Japanese Army quickly gained a reputation as some of the fiercest combatants during the war, seldom surrendering to enemy forces.
This Brickmania™ exclusive minifigure features artwork based on T98 Summer Field Trousers, T98 Summer Field Tunic, IJA Leather Ankle Boots, IJA Puttees, IJA Leather Belt, T30 Bayonet Scabbard with Leather Frog, T38 Ammo Pouches, and IJA Aluminum Canteen.
This minifigure also features a BrickArms® T90 Helmet with textured star insignia, and a LEGO element satchel.
This WWII Japanese Soldier V2 features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando!
LEGO and the LEGO Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or these products.
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Restock: WWII Japanese Officer V2
Charged with the sacred defense of the Empire, the Japanese Officer fearlessly lead his soldiers into battle against American forces.
This Brickmania™ exclusive minifigure features artwork based on the IJA Officer Tropical Jacket, IJA Officer Breeches, IJA Officer Leather Boots, Nambu Type 14 Leather Holster, and IJA Officer Canteen.
Additionally, this figure uses only genuine LEGO® and BrickArms® Elements with custom printing done in house at Brickmania’s HQ in Minneapolis, MN.
This figure includes:
- Nambu Pistol (Gunmetal)
- Kepi (Tan)
- Shamir (Silver)
- LEGO Helmet
This WWII Japanese Officer V2 features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando!
LEGO and the LEGO Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or these products.
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Restock: WWI Light Horse Infantry
Known for its rugged terrain, Australia has a long tradition of encouraging horsemanship and marksmanship. When the Great War broke out, Australia sent several light horse regiments to assist the Allies. Their mobility and crack rifle skills made them effective in open terrain, specifically in the Middle East against the Ottoman Turks. They would also provide excellent reconnaissance on the Western Front.
The WWI Australian Light Horse Infantry has artwork based on the Service Dress Jacket, jodhpurs, 1903 Pattern Bandolier, 1907 Pattern Bayonet, leather boots, and leather leggings.
This WWI Australian Light Horse Infantry features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando.
LEGO and the LEGO Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or these products.
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Restock: WWI Ottoman Turk Infantry
Simply dressed and armed, Ottoman soldiers were often common people conscripted into military service. Plagued by dubious supply lines and poor medical access, these soldiers were often subjected to shortages and disease. The open terrain and lack of resources made for difficult conditions in the Middle East. Nonetheless, many Turkish soldiers served for the duration of the war until its end in 1918.
The WWI Ottoman Turk Infantry features artwork based on the Ottoman Turk uniform, puttees, leather ankle boots, German ammo pouches, German leather Y-straps, and the leather belt. The minifigure also includes a BrickArms Stahlhelm helmet.
This WWI Ottoman Turk Infantry features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando.
LEGO and the LEGO Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or these products.
Restock: PzKfw VI King Tiger
About the PzKfz VI King Tiger:
Enormous in both size and myth, the Tiger II was developed for Nazi Germany during the Second World War. Known as the Konigstiger or “King Tiger”, its armor matched the Tiger I for thickness while using the same sloped design that was seen on the Panther medium tank. Although it was heavily equipped with highly effective 100-185 mm of front armor and a long barreled 8.8 cm KwK 43 L/71 anti-tank cannon, the Tiger II’s weight was ludicrous for its time. Weighing in at almost seventy tons, the Tiger II was plagued by mechanical breakdowns and high fuel consumption. Development for the tank started as far back as 1937. Both Henschel and Porsche were the final contenders for the Tiger II design with Henschel officially winning and subsequently producing all Tiger IIs.
The high cost and effectiveness of Allied bombing resulted in only 492 units ever being produced. For every Tiger II produced, the Soviet Union could produce roughly ten T-34/85 medium tanks. These disparate numbers effectively neutralized the Tiger IIs technical advantage. The King Tiger was also unsuited for blitzkrieg-style tactics with its short range and slow speed. Despite its shortcomings, the Tiger II was formidable when it actually made it into combat. The front armor was nearly impossible to penetrate and the 88mm gun allowed it to destroy Allied tanks with ease.
There are several surviving Tiger II units at museums across the world. One was recently discovered underneath a French road in 2000 and was partially excavated with plans to unearth the entire enormous vehicle.
Specifications:
- Weight: 68.5 tons (early turret); 69.8 tons (production turret)
- Crew: 5 (commander, gunner, loader, radio operator, driver)
- Armor: 25-185 mm (1-7 in)
- Main armament: 1x 8.8 cm KeK 43 L/71 “Porsche” turret: 80 rounds; Production turret: 86 rounds
- Secondary armament: 2x 7.92 mm Maschinengewehr 34 w/ 5,850 rounds
- Engine: V12 Maybach HL 230 P30 gasoline
- Transmission: Maybach OLVAR EG 40 12 16 B (8 forward and 4 reverse)
- Operational range: Road – 110 mi; cross country – 75 mi
- Maximum speed: 25.8 mph (road); 9.3-12.4 mph (cross country)
Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:
PzKfz VI King Tiger comes with the following features:
- Fully rotating turret, posable main gun, plus AA mounted MG-34 for the commander
- Detailed engine compartment and seats for tank drivers
- Includes one fully printed “Dot 44” camouflage Panzer Commander minifigure
- Custom printed “Balkenkruez” tiles plus a sticker sheet with six different sets of turret numbers
- Designed by Daniel Siskind
- 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
- Includes 1028 genuine new-condition LEGO® bricks and BrickArms® elements
- Advanced Skill Level (6-8 years 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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Mad Minute Sale: Save big!
Save big on our Mad Minute sale going through Friday, April 13 (4/13/2018) at 11:59PM, for 20% off storewide*. The code can be used in our retail stores and on our website. Use the coupon code MADMIN04 at checkout, or show the retail associate this e-mail to save in-store.
*Cannot be used on Brickmania Elite Membership enrollment
BrickJournal Issue #50
DOUBLE-SIZE 144 PAGES – APRIL 2018
BrickJournal #50 pulls out all the stops with a special double-size BOOK (144 full-color pages, $17.95)! The magazine for LEGO enthusiasts celebrates its golden anniversary as photo editor GEOFF GRAY talks to editor JOE MENO about the beginnings of BrickJournal, starting way back in 2007! Then Joe reflects with TORMOD ASKILDSEN of the LEGO GROUP on the origins of the magazine, and how the LEGO fan community has grown along with the iconic toy company. Also, BrickJournal tracks down some of the best builders of the past 50 issues—where are they now, and what are they building? Plus: AFOLs (“Adult Fans of LEGO”) by cartoonist Greg Hyland, step-by step “You Can Build It” instructions by Christopher Deck, BrickNerd’s DIY Fan Art, Minifigure Customization with Jared K. Burks, and more!
New Release: WWI British Infantry – Squad Pack – Stickers
Equip your minifigures with this high-quality sticker sheet from Brickmania! The British Infantry had a long service record fighting alongside the French along the Western Front at places like the Somme and Verdun. This pack features a standard infantry squad with Lewis gun ammo pouches and splatter masks.
Add extra detail to your Brickmania collection with these awesome vinyl stickers! Designed by our very own Lando, these stickers are highly durable, and incredibly detailed.
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Restock: Modern Air Force ABU
This Brickmania™ exclusive minifigure features artwork based on the ABU Blouse, ABU Trousers, Bellville® 650ST Boot, Pilot G2® Gel Pen (Blue), Bic® Round Stic™ Ball Pen (Red).
Additionally, this figure uses only genuine LEGO® and BrickArms® elements with custom printing done in house at Brickmania’s HQ in Minneapolis, MN.
This Modern Airforce ABU features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando.
LEGO and the LEGO Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or these products.
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