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About the CMP FAT + 25 Pounder:

The CMP FAT, or Field Artillery Tractor, was an artillery tractor of the British and Commonwealth forces during WWII. CMP stood for Canadian Military Pattern, and was applied to a number of trucks and utility vehicles built in Canada that combined British design requirements with North American automotive engineering. As with other FATs, the CMP was usually used to tow either the 25-pounder howitzer or the 17-pounder anti-tank gun. A power winch was located above the rear axle for maneuvering the gun or unbogging the vehicle.

The first models were produced in 1940 and the body went through a number of design changes throughout the war. Post-war examples were supplied to Denmark who provided their own bodywork.

Specifications:

• Weight: 10,880 pounds (empty), 13,200 pounds (gross)
• Length: 14 feet 1 inch
• Height: 8 feet
• Crew: 1 + 5 passengers
• Armor: None
• Engine: Chevrolet, 6-cyl 216 cubic inch petrol 85 bhp
• Suspension: Wheel, 4 x 4

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The FMP FAT + 25 Pounder comes with the following features:

• CMP FAT has numerous opening doors and hatches.
• Functional steering for extra awesome playability
• Includes custom printed 1st Canaian Division insignia, blackout headlamp, convoy designator
• 25-Pounder Field Gun and No. 27 Ammunition Limber included
• Four custom printed Commonwealth artillerymen included
• Bren Gun, Sten, SMLEs and other custom weapons from BrickArms
• Just 50 kits have been made for initial release
• 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
• Includes 508 genuine new-condition LEGO® bricks and BrickArms® elements
• Intermediate Skill Level (3-5 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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A scroll saw is a small electric or pedal-operated saw used to cut intricate curves in wood, metal, or other materials. The fineness of its blade allows it to cut more delicately than a power jigsaw, and more easily than a hand coping saw. Like those tools, it is capable of creating curves with edges, by pivoting its table. Scroll sawing is a popular hobby for many woodworkers. The tool allows a substantial amount of creativity and requires comparatively little space.

While somewhat similar to a band saw, a scroll saw uses a reciprocating blade rather than a continuous loop. The scroll saw’s blade can be removed and placed through a pre-drilled starting hole, allowing interior cutouts to be made without an entry slot. The majority of scroll saws offer a small light on a flexible arm that illuminates the work area and a dust blower nozzle to keep the work space clear while working. Variable-speed support allows even finer control over cuts when working with delicate materials or when making intricate cuts.

This kit has the following features:

• Awesome scroll saw play action!
• Can pretend it cuts actual wood!
• Perfect for fine detail work!
• A must have for any workshop owner or DIY enthusiast!
• 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models
• Designed by Yitzy Kasowitz
• Includes 13 LEGO® 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.

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Special Offer:

Buy the SPAD S.XIII by February 20th and get free shipping on your entire order*

*Within the USA free shipping means delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.

About the SPAD S.XIII

The SPAD S.XIII was a French biplane fighter aircraft of WWI, developed by Société Pour L’Aviation et ses Dérivés (SPAD) from the earlier highly successful SPAD S.VII. It was one of the most capable fighters of the war, and one of the most produced, with 8,472 built and orders for around 10,000 cancelled at the armistice.

The SPAD S.XIII first flew on April 4, 1917 with deliveries to the French Air Service starting in the next month. The new fighter played an important part in the French plans for its fighter force, being expected to replace the SPAD S.VII, as well as the few remaining Nieuport fighters in front line service. The S.XIII eventually equipped virtually every French fighter squadron. The S.XIII was of similar layout to the S.VII, and came with a single engine and was mainly of wooden construction with fabric covering. Armament was two Vickers machine guns with 400 rounds per gun, replacing the single gun of the earlier aircraft. It was faster than its main contemporaries – the British Sopwith Camel and the German Fokker D.VII. Its relatively higher power-to-weight ratio gave it a good rate of climb.

Specifications:

• Role: Biplane fighter
• National origin: France
• Number built: 8,472
• Crew: 1
• Loaded weight: 1,888 lb
• Powerplant: 1 x Hispano-Suiza 8Be 8-cylinder vee-type, 220 hp
• Maximum speed: 135 mph at 6,560 ft
• Range: 171 mi
• Rate of climb: 384 ft/min
• Armament: 2 x .303-cal Vickers machine guns or 2 x Marlin M1917 or M1918 machine guns

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The SPAD S.XIII comes with the following features:

• Built with camouflage colors used by the US 94th Aero Squadron on the Western Front in World War I.
• Includes custom printed “Hat and Ring” Squadron tiles and premium vinyl sticker sheet depicting Captain Eddie Rickenbacker’s aircraft
• Armed with two custom-molded Vickers Machine Guns from Brickarms
• Custom printed World War I Allied Pilot minifigure
• Contains 343 genuine LEGO® and BrickArms® elements
• Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 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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Special Offer:

Buy the Spitfire Mk Vb by February 13th and get free shipping on your entire order*

*Within the USA free shipping means delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.

About the Spitfire Mk Vb:

The Spitfire MK Vb was a British plane used during WWII, and served as the only Allied fighter aircraft to fight in front line service from beginning to end. Post-war, the Spitfire’s service career continued into the 1950s. Its basic airframe proved to be incredibly versatile and adaptable. This included the capability of having far more powerful engines and far greater loads than its original role as a short-range interceptor had called for. These changes were made to combat the ever-improving enemy aircraft.

The VB became the main production version of the Mark Vs. Along with the new Merlin 34 series, the B wing was fitted as standard. Starting in early 1941, the round section exhaust stacks were fitted with six shorter exhaust stacks per side, similar to those of Spitfire IXs and Seafire IIIs. A constant flow of modifications were made as production progressed. A “blown” cockpit hood was introduced in an effort to further increase the pilot’s head-room and increase visibility. Different propeller types were fitted and an improved windscreen assembly was implemented to increase bullet resistance. The VB series were the first Spitfires able to carry a range of specially designed “slipper” drop tanks, which were fitted underneath the wing center-section. The VB could be identified by the large Vokes air filter fitted under the nose.

Specifications:

• Units produced (VA, VB, VC combined): 6,487
• Wingspan: 36 ft 10 in
• Loaded weight: 4,963 lbs
• Engine: Rolls-Royce Merlin 45
• Power: 1,470 hp at 11,000 ft
• Maximum speed: 371 mph at 20,000 ft
• Rate of climb: 3,250 ft/min at 15,000 ft
• Combat range: 470 mi on internal fuel
• Armament: 2x 20 mm Hispano II cannon; 60 round drum + 4 x 0.303” Browning machine guns; 350 rpg + 2x 250 lb or 1x 500 lb bombs

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The Spitfire Mk Vb comes with the following features:

• Authentic green and gray camouflage scheme for ETO (European Theater of Operations) duty
• Includes exclusive custom printed RAF pilot minifigure
• Has appropriate “b” configuration armament and features retractable main landing gear
• Includes super premium vinyl sticker set
• 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
• Includes 468 genuine new-condition LEGO® bricks and BrickArms® elements
• Intermediate Skill Level (3-5 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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