NEW EVENT: May 5, Brick Boutique, Pasadena, CA
Brickmania is returning to SoCal on May 5th! We’ll have a full selection of Brickmania kits, BrickArms weapons, Roaglaan’s Customs decals, special deals and more. They’ve expanded into the adjoining ballroom, so expect a larger event than before. Best of all, admission is still free!
Brickmania is hitting the road a LOT in 2013. Check out the growing list of events we’re attending HERE.
NEW PRODUCT: Roaglaan’s Customs Water-Slide Minifig Decal Sets
Brickmania is now the world-wide distributor of Roaglaan’s Customs decals. Our initial product release is comprised of eight different Squad Packs, containing decal sets for five minifigures each, plus application instructions. Squad Packs available today are:
- World War II US Airborne
- World War II US Infantry
- World War II German Infantry
- World War II British Infantry
- World War II German Winter Troops
- World War II US Marines
- Vietnam War US Infantry
- Zombie Outbreak
More squad packs and complete figs TBA.
SPECIAL OFFER
We will automatically include four sheets of 2000 grit micro-fine sandpaper to help remove printing from torsos with the purchase of five or more Squad Packs.
NEW: SdKfz 10 Halftrack plus Pak 40 and Pak 43 Anti-Tank Guns
SdKfz 10 & Pak 40 Battle Pack
Brickmania is pleased to announce the release of three new World War II kits, plus a limited-edition combination Battle Pack. See below for individual descriptions (click on any image for more information, additional photos, and ordering links)
Limited Edition Battle Pack Includes:
- Complete Brickmania Sd.Kfz 10 kit
- Brickmania Pak 40/L48 kit
- 6 figs custom printed by Citizen Brick
- 6 BrickArms weapons
- 2 BrickArms “proto” artillery shells with dark gray warheads
SdKfz 10 Utility Halftrack
The Sd.Kfz (Sonderkraftfahrzeug) 10 was a German utility halftrack that saw widespread use throughout World War II. It’s main role was to serve as a prime mover for light to medium towed weapons and their crew. Numerous specialized variants were produced and its chassis was also adapted to become the SdKfz 250 light armored halftrack.
Features of this model:
- Fully articulated tracks
- Collapsable windscreen
- Space for up to 6 minifugure
- Storage bin, weapon rack and realistic tool stowage
- Trailer hitch for trailer or artillery piece
- 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
- The over-all color scheme of this model is light gray
Pak 40 7.5 cm Anti-Tank Gun
Designed shortly before the outbreak of World War II, the Pak 40 project 7.5 cm anti-tank project was shelved due to the lighting fast successes by the German army in the early stages of the war. When more heavily armored tanks were encountered in Russia, Pak 40 production was immediately ordered. The Pak 40 made its battlefield debut during the battle for Kharkov in May 1942. the PaK 40 was bigger and more powerful than its predesessors in every aspect, although it still had a remarkably low silhoutte, making it easy to conceal in spite of its increased size. The Pak 40 could defeat the armor of all but the heaviest Allied tanks up until the end of the war.
Features:
- Gun is poseable with a limited degree of elevation
- Lower gun shield folds up and tails fold in for transportation
- Can be towed behind any vehicle with a hook type hitch
- 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
- The over-all color scheme of this model is light gray
- Includes 70 LEGO elements.
Pak 43 / L71 8.8cm Anti-Tank Gun
The Pak 43/L71 was an adaptation of the Flak “88” anti-aircraft gun turned anti-tank gun. The Pak43 had an barrel length of 21 feet, giving it the incredible ability to penetrate 19 centimeters of armor at a reange of 1000 meters. The Pak43/L71 was produced in both the cruciform anti-aircraft mount and split tail mount typifying the dedicated anti-tank variation (designated Pak 43/41 L71). While the “88” was very effective against Allied armor, its large size made it less mobile and harder to hide than smaller Pak weapons.
Features:
- Gun is poseable with a limited degree of elevation
- Lower gun shield folds up and tails fold up and in for transportation
- Can be towed behind any vehicle with a hook type hitch
- 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
- The over-all color scheme of this model is dark gray
- Includes 93 LEGO elements.
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 polybag. All Brickmania building kits are limited production and may be discontinued at any time.
RESTOCK: HMMWV M1025 Armament Carrier (Gray Humvee)
It seems like we just can’t keep this one on the shelves! Fifty more humvees are rolling off the assembly line this week and more are in the pipeline. At they rate these have been selling they will not last long either!
A suggested technique for adding a trailer hitch to the M1025 (these parts are not included in the kit).
GALLERY: Brickmania at the Minneapolis Boat Show
Brickmania was an invited guest at the Minneapolis Boat Show last weekend, where we set up a large display, play area with bins of LEGO bricks, and small retail store. Thousands of people viewed our displays, entered our drawing, and stayed to play for a while. We usually display at events already themed around LEGO building, but this was one where we definitely had a chance to expose an entirely uninitiated crowd to custom LEGO building as a serious hobby. All in all it was a lot of fun, and probably something we’ll be doing once or twice a year from now on.
We do have some leftover kits we made up for the event. They are extremely limited edition and are available HERE while they last.
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- Dan’s LST on display
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- Brickmania Store
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- Duplo tank!
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- Battle for Bikini Bottom
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- Black Pearl contest
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- Brickmania Booth
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- Dan’s Lighthouse
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- Battle for Bikini Bottom
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- Orphan orca found in the play area Sunday
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- USS Duluth on display
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- Battle for Bikini Bottom
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- Battle for Bikini Bottom
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- Jack Sparrow with the Black Pearl
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- Spongebob visited John’s Bikini Bottom diorama
RESTOCK: UH-60 Blackhawk Utility Helicopter
When we put together our first batch of these massive Blackhawk kits, it was inconceivable that they would sell out in less than two months. Fortunately we were able to scour our sources to obtain enough parts for a second limited run.
The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter was introduced in 1979 as the replacement for Bell UH-1 Iroquois, the previous utility helicopter of the US Army. With large shoes to fill, the Black Hawk was able to far exceed all of the capabilities of its predecessor with far greater speed, range, capacity and survivability. The UH-60 has been configured to serve a number of different roles, but the most significant numbers produced being the UH-60A (with updates now called UH-60M) utility configuration. This version of the Black Hawk has a four man crew and can carry up to 11 combat-ready soldiers, 2600 pounds of cargo, or a complete 105mm howitzer battery including its four-man crew. Black Hawks have participated in almost every American military operation since the 1980’s, up to and including the raid against Osama Bin Laden.
Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:
The UH-60 Black Hawk has the following features:
- Measures over 21 inches in length!
- Free spinning main and tail rotors and plus posable horizontal stabilizer
- 4 x minifigures with LEGO flak vests and helmets
- 2 x Miniguns from BrickArms
- Main rotor is pre-configured for motorization (extra parts not included)
- Built to the same 1/35 scale as other Brickmania kits
- Includes 761 new condition elements from Lego and BrickArms
- Comes with signed and number certificate of authenticity
- Advanced Skill Level (6-8 years experience with LEGO is recommended)
All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition LEGO bricks and this one includes compatable weapons by BrickArms. This model comes disassembled and includes completed printed building instructions and comes packaged in a sealed box. This is a limited edition kit and priduction may be discontinued at any time.
RESTOCK: More Kubelwagens and M1927s Now Ready!
New batches of these popular low-priced kits are now available:
Kubelwagen kit = $40
The Kubelwagen was German military’s general purpose utility car of World War II and was based on the Volkswagen automobile chassis. Features of this kit include a spare tire, collapsable windscreen and four doors that open like the real thing. There is room inside for four minifigures (sold separately). This classic Brickmania kit is one of the oldest and most popular kits in production.
M1927 = $13
The M1927 76mm Regimental Gun was used by nearly every Soviet infantry and cavalry regiment before and during World War II. Significant design changes to the carriage we implemented during a program to replace guns lost early in the war, giving the gun a new designation of M1943. Captured M1927s were also widely used by the German and Finnish armies.
M1927 (Early) = $12
BKM2004b: M1927 Regimental Gun (Early Style)
The M1927 76mm Regimental Gun was used by nearly every Soviet infantry and cavalry regiment before and during World War II. Significant design changes to the carriage we implemented during a program to replace guns lost early in the war, giving the gun a new designation of M1943. Captured M1927s were also widely used by the German and Finnish armies. We are introducing a second version of this kit with the original production spoked wheels, which by far represents the most prototypical example of the M1927.
RESTOCK: War and Pieces Brickmania T-Shirt
To coincide with a restock of our M2/M3 Bradley Kit, John printed up an encore batch of the popular “War and Pieces” T-shirts featuring Brickmania’s Bradley kit. These are double sided shirts with the Brickmania logo on the back. All sizes are currently in stock (Youth Extra Small through Adult 5XL) starting at $10 each.
(click image to order)
RESTOCK: M2/M3 Bradley Cavalry/Infantry Fighting Vehicle
By popular request, we have made another batch of Bradleys, this time without the budget-busting minifigs!
The M2/M3 Bradley is a tracked fighting vehicle designed to transport armored infantry at speeds matching the M1 Abrams tanks. The M2 Infantry Fighting Vehicle configuration has a crew of three and space for six infantry men, while the M3 version is designed as an armored cavalry vehicle with a crew of three, two scout troopers and space for additional ammunition. Both vehicles are armed with a powerful 25mm chain cannon, a 7.62mm coaxal machine gun, and twin TOW anti-tank rocket launchers. This model is based on the A3 upgrade package that includes reactive ERA armor and advance targeting and communications electronics.
Additional information about this Brickmania custom LEGO® kit:
NEW RELEASE: ZiS-3 Field Gun (M1942 Divisional Gun)
The ZiS-3 76mm Field Gun (Officially designated M1942 Divisional Gun) was the most common medium artillery piece used by the Soviet Union during the Great Patriotic War. Due to the innovated addition of the massive muzzle brake, per-war 76mm gun barrels could be mated to the light weight ZiS-2 anti-tank gun carriage. This created a compact, mobile, inexpensive, versatile and easy to produce artillery piece that was called, “A masterpiece of artillery systems design.” by Joseph Stalin. The ZiS-3 gun was the main armament used for the Su-76 self-propelled gun. Most ZiS-3 guns were withdrawn from the Red Army after World War II and were later supplied to satellite states. The ZiS-3 was used by communist forces in both the Korean and Vietnam wars.
Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:
- Gun is poseable with a good degree of elevation
- Lower gun shield folds up and tails fold in for transportation
- 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
- The over-all color scheme of this model is dark gray
- Includes 72 LEGO elements.
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 polybag. All Brickmania building kits are limited production and may be discontinued at any time.
Due to difficulties obtaining parts, this will be a very limited release kit. Purchase quantities are limited to just 3 per order.
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