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Three More Epic Brickmania Kits Marked Down 30% thru Monday


We Raided Abner’s Precious Stash!

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We raided the kits Abner keeps in the Toyworks to sell on Second Saturdays.  Most of these were out-of-stock or low inventory items.  Head over to Brickmania.com and browse through our kits to pick up some deals.  Don’t forget to use the Memorial Day Sale code: REMEMBER to save 15%* on your order.  Ends Monday May 30th.


Filed under: New Releases Tagged: Brickmania, Custom Lego, Custom Lego Kit, Custom minifig, Daniel Siskind, Lego Military, World War 2, World War II, World War II Lego

New edition Panzer III – Out Now – With Limited Time Offer

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New Release Special Offer

The Panzer III is specially discounted 10% off the MSRP this week and we are offering free shipping on your entire order to select destinations* with purchase of this kit. Offer expires June 26th.

*Within the USA free shipping mean 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.

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About the Panzer III

Designed to be Germany’s tanks for fighting other tanks, the Panzer III saw it’s successful battlefield debut during the invasion of Poland. It proved to be a reliable and wining design and was continually upgraded and refined throughout the war. The Panzer III’s hull and chassis was also used to create the highly successful series of low-profile StuG III aussault guns and tank destroyers.

The Panzer III is one of Brickmania’s most popular kits and we are constantly making upgrades and improvements. This edition incorporates a lot of upgrades over the previously more austere version. There are lots of nice “extra” features such the new 1.5 wide Brickmania Track Links, a BrickArms MG-34 on the anti-aircraft mount (in addition to the one in the hull), accessible interior spaces (upper and lower hull sections separate to reveal the interior), and more.


Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The Panzer III has the following features:

  • Fully rotating turret with elevating main gun assembly
  • Fully articulated Brickmania Track Links™ tank treads
  • Three opening hatches on the turret
  • Radio antenna can be displayed in raised or lowered position
  • Custom pad-printed panzer commander minifig
  • BrickArms MG34s in the hull MG position and the anti-aircraft mlunt
  • Sturdy construction means lots of play possibilities
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models
  • Includes 501 genuine new-condition LEGO®, Brickmania 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, Brickmania Track Links, and BrickArms elements. This model comes disassembled, includes complete full color printed building instructions, and comes packaged in a sealed box. This is a limited edition kit and may be discontinued at any time.

Additional Photos of the Panzer III:

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Filed under: General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Lego, Lego Tank, Panzer, World War II

A New Version of the Messerschmitt Bf-109 Kit is Now Available!

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We can’t seem to make enough Messerschmitt Bf-109 fighters to keep up with demand, but we managed to sneak in another batch this month. We’ve already sold hundreds of copies and have no doubt this batch will sell out very quickly.  With a full schedule of new releases coming up, this could be your only chance to get one for a while!

Bf-109 kit


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Bf-109, BrickArms, Brickmania, Custom Lego Kit, Lego Military, messerschmitt, World War II

RESTOCK: Brickmania’s Classic WW2 US Rifleman is Back in Stock

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US Rifleman Torso

The WW2 US Rifleman is one of our original Brickmania minifig designs. dating back to 2013. We did plan to let this one go into retirement, but you’ve asked for more and we’ve listened. We have them available as either loose torsos or as complete minifigs with M1 Steel Pot Helmet and M1 Garand Rifle from BrickArms.

US Rifleman

WW2 US Rifleman comes with a Brown or Walnut (Dark Brown) M1 Garand Rifle.


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Custom Lego, Lego, Minifigure, US Army, World War II, WW2, WW2 US Rifleman

RESTOCKED: P-51D “Red Tail” Mustang

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P-51D

The P-51 “Mustang” was the answer to the Allied need for a long-range high performance fighter plane to escort heavy bombers deep over enemy territory. With a supercharged 12-cylinder Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, high capacity external fuel tanks, and six .50 caliber Browning M2 machine gun, the P51 could hold its own against any fighters the Axis could muster all the way to and from the bombing target. The P-51 could also be configured to carry bombs and 5″ rockets against ground targets, and was an effective fighter bomber in its own right. The P-51D was the most widely produced model of World War II and can be distinguished from earlier models by its bubble shaped canopy.  Read More…


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases, World War II Models Tagged: Brickmania, Brickmania Sale, Custom Lego Kit, Custom minifig, Daniel Siskind, Lego, Lego Military, Military, minifig, P-51, P-51 Mustang, Red Tails, World War 2, World War II, World War II Lego, WW2

NEW RELEASE: M1A1 Howitzer + M4 High Speed Tractor Battle Pack

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New Release Special Offer

Buy the M1A1 Battle Pack by July 24th and get free shipping on your entire order* plus 10% off the MSRP!

*Within the USA free shipping mean 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.

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About the M1A1 155mm Howitzer:

The M1 155mm Howitzer was one of the main “Heavy” guns used by the US Army during World War II (M1A1 specifically refers to the most common carriage type mated to the M1 Howitzer). This powerful weapon was to destroy buildings, entrenchments and moderately dug-in artillery pieces. Its high arcing fire made it ideal for neutralizing enemy in defilade positions. There were 163 battalions equipped with the 155mm Howitzer during World War II, making it the third numerous type after the lighter 105mm and 75mm howitzers. It’s ability to fire a 100 pound shell in excess of 16000 yards , plus a sustained a rate of fire eight rounds per minute, gave the 155mm howitzer a much more powerful punch than it’s smaller cousins. The effectiveness of the 155mm howitzer is often cited as a major factor in Allied victory in Europe and its modern day equivalent (M777) still provides the back bone of US artillery support to this day.

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The M1A1 155mm Howitzer kit includes the following features:

  • Fully elevating gun, in excess of 45°
  • Deployable carriage with firing pedestal, split tails, and deployable spades.
  • Made from 126 genuine LEGO® and BrickArms® elements
  • 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years of building experience recommended)

About the M4 Hight Speed Tractor:

A need developed for a specialized vehicle to tow heavy artillery pieces to keep pace with the expected rapid pace of the mechanized armies during the liberation of Europe during World War II. The M4 High Speed Tractor was one such vehicle, designed with a 16-ton towing capacity, intended for towing medium to heavy artillery pieces. It was built on the chassis of the M3 Stuart medium tank, taking advantage of proven equipment and simplifying maintenance requirements. The M4 was equipped with a powerful towing winch, enclosed cab for the gun crew, and stowage bins for ready ammunition. Typically, when available, the M4 would be equipped two per gun, with one to tow the gun itself and the other with an additional ammunition trailer in tow.

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The M4 High Speed Tractor kit includes the following features:

  • Includes BrickArms® M2HB .50 caliber machine gun
  • Functional tow winch and hoist
  • Crew cab with space for up to six minifigures
  • Stowage racks for up to eleven artillery shells
  • 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years of building experience recommended)

Battle Pack Features and Extras:

  • 4 genuine LEGO® minifigures, with custom printed US Army uniforms, plus weapons and accessories from BrickArms®
  • 11 howitzer shells from BrickArms®
  • 751 total pieces from LEGO®, Brickmania, and BrickArms®
  • Only 50 copies available!

This Brickmania model kit is made from genuine unused LEGO, Brickmania, and BrickArms elements 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.

M1A1 Howitzer

The M1A1 Howitzer is also available as a stand-alone kit.

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Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Lego, M1 155mm Howitzer, M1 Howitzer, M4 Hight Speed Tractor, World War II

RESTOCK ALERT: Type-95 “Ha-Go” Japanese Light Tank

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The Type 95 “Ha-Go” Light Tank was Japan’s standard issue light tank at the onset of World War II. It featured an armored hull that could withstand all contemporay battlefield small arms, and was armed with a 37mm gun capable of firing armor-piercing and high explosive rounds.  The Type 95 saw service in Manchuria, China, Southeast Asia and the Pacific island campaigns. While out-classed by more powerful Allied medium tanks, the Type 95 still provided an effective mobile punch against infantry and small fortifications throughout the entire war.

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Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

Features of this model:

  • Fully articulated Brickmania Track Links
  • Custom pad-printed Imperial Japanese Army minifugre
  • Turret rotates a full 360° and main gun can elevate
  • Opening commander’s hatch
  • Over-all three tone camouflage scheme used by Japanese throughout the war.
  • 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models

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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Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, IJA, Pacific, Type 95, World War II, WW2

Restock: M3A1 Half-Track – Armored Personnel Carrier

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About the M3A1:

The M3A1 Half-track was the main troop transport vehicle for the US Army during World War II and the Korean War. The M3A1 Half-track was designed to carry an entire rifle squad and their equipment (they would often tow a trailer with equipment, fuel, water or ammunition). The M3A1 was fitted with an armored “pulpit” mount for a M2HB heavy machine gun and had three pintle mounts for additional machine guns. The M3A1 was the most advanced version of personnel carriers of the M3 Halftrack family, of which more than 40,000 of all types were manufactured during World War II.

Specifications

  • Weight: 20,000 lbs
  • Length: 20 ft 2 5/8 in
  • Width: 6 ft 5-¼ in
  • Height: 7 ft 5 in
  • Crew: 1
  • Passengers: 12
  • Armor: 0.25-0.50 in
  • Engine: White 160AX at 147 hp (110 kW) – 3,000 rpm
  • Operational range: 200 mi
  • Speed: 45 mph (72 kph) on road
  • Steering system: Steering wheel

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The M3A1 Half-track comes with the following features

  • Custom-printed elements including US insignia tiles and 16 anti-tank mines
  • Working rear suspension and with articulated Brickmania Track Links
  • Two custom-printed US Army minifigures
  • Three opening doors for the crew and passengers
  • BrickArms M2HB ad M1919 machine guns included
  • Functional anti-ditching winch on the front bumper
  • Kit includes 415 genuine LEGO®, Brickmania and BrickArms® elements
  • Over-all color is dark gray
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania model kits
  • Intermediate building level (4-6 of years building experience 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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Restock: Opel Blitz

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About the Opel Blitz:

The Opel Blitz was the name given to various German light and middle-weight trucks built by the German Opel automobile manufacturer during 1930-1975. During the years preceding WWII, Opel was a subsidiary of General Motors. By 1934, there were four base versions offered of the 1-ton basic model, along with 14 versions of the larger 2 and 2- ½ ton trucks. From 1939, the reliable Blitz 3.6 three-ton version was used in large numbers by the German Wehrmacht during WWII.

In 1952 Opel presented the basic model in a modern rounded design, reminiscent of US pickup trucks. In the following years, Opel produced various vans and trucks with petrol engines, which was much less economical than diesel engines. In 1968, Opel finally offered a 2,100cm Indenor XDP 4.90 diesel engine, but it came too late to regain lost market shares. In 1975, the production of Opel commercial vehicles ceased.

Specifications:

  • Type: Multi-purpose medium utility truck
  • Country of Origin: Germany
  • Initial year of service: 1937
  • Production Total: 95,000 units
  • Maximum Speed: 50 mph (80 km/h)
  • Maximum Range: 255 miles (410 km)
  • Crew: 2
  • Weight: 2.3 US Short Tons (2,100 kg; 4,630 lb)
  • Power: 1 x Opel 6-cylinder gasoline engine with 74 horsepower
  • Armament: Usually none; occasionally armed w/ 7.92 machine guns, 20mm or 37mm cannons for anti-aircraft protection

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The Opel Blitz comes with the following features:

  • Initial production run in classic “Wehrmacht” dark gray color
  • Includes custom printed national insignia, blackout headlamps, license plate and “Ogel Blitz” elements
  • Opening cab doors, tail gate and bed side gates.
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
  • Includes 267 genuine new-condition LEGO® bricks and BrickArms® 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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Restock: Pak 38 5cm Anti-Tank Gun

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The Pak 38 5cm Anti-Tank Gun was developed as a response to shortcomings found in the Pak 36 3.7cm AT Gun used during the Spanish Civil War. It was put into mass production in 1939 for the Wehrmacht and proved to be one of the few anti-tank weapons capable of penetrating the armor of the Soviet T-34 tank. While larger anti-tank guns would be introduced, the Pak 38 continued to be useful for the remainder of the war due to its small size and good ballistic performance.

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

  • Gun is posable with a limited range of elevation
  • Carriage and gun can be “broken down” for transport
  • 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 47 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.

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New Release: WWII German Afrika Korps – Squad Pack – Stickers

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Under the command of Erwin Rommel, the German Afrika Corps engaged the Allies in North Africa. Although severely under-equipped, Rommel and the Afrika Corps punished the inexperience of American forces, keeping the Allies busy for several months. This high-quality sticker pack includes an assortment of German Afrika Corp soldiers, good for any North African display!

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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New Release: WWII Polish Infantry – Squad Pack – Stickers

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WWII Polish Infantry - Squad Pack - Stickers

Attacked on all sides, Poland managed to hold both Germany and the Soviet Union for several weeks in 1939. Polish underground resistance continued until the end of the war. This high-quality sticker pack from Brickmania features an assortment of Polish infantry and officers.

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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New Release: Micro Brick Battle Semovante Da 90/53 – Desert Camo

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Add our official Semovente Da 90/53 – Desert Camo Micro-tank to your arsenal for our Micro Brick Battle tabletop game. This kit includes the parts and instructions to build the game piece, as well as an exclusive Semovente Da 90/53 – Desert Camo collectible game card for our upcoming Bricks of War card game.

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Restock: WWII German Heer Soldier V2

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WWII German Heer Soldier V2

This common German soldier formed the backbone of the Wehrmacht, serving on several fronts during the Second World War. This enlisted soldier is commonly pictured with the iconic Stahlhelm German helmet.

This Brickmania™ exclusive minifigure features artwork based on the M36 Tunic, M36 Trousers, Enlisted Man’s Black Leather Belt, and Jackboots. The BrickArms Stahlhelm features raised texture printing on side rivets. The uniform also features a printed fabric pattern to simulate historically accurate feldgrau color.


Restock: WWII US Marine V4

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WWII US Marine V4

The Pacific Theater saw some of the bloodiest battles of WWII. The United States Marine Corps was at the heart of the fighting and were instrumental in the United States’ victory in the Pacific Theater. This Brickmania™ exclusive minifigure features artwork based on the Pattern 1941 USMC HBT utility uniform, USMC canvas leggings, USMC leather boondocker boots, and frogskin camo helmet cover. This minifigure also features a BrickArms® M1 Steel Pot Helmet and genuine LEGO® elements (Torso assembly, leg assembly, head, and hands).

This WWII US Marine V4 features exclusive custom-printed artwork designed by Lando!

Restock: World War II German Heer Soldier (Tan)

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World War II German Heer Soldier (Tan)

Our World War II German Heer soldier, custom-printed by Brickmania on a genuine LEGO minifigure is available in the store again!

Restock: Churchill Crocodile Heavy Tank

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Churchill Crocodile Heavy Tank

Churchill Crocodiles were so terrifying in combat that German troops would often surrender at the mere sight of one approaching their position. You can again get one for yourself!

Restock: World War II German Heer Soldier – Light Gray

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Our World War II German Heer soldier in light gray is available again!

New Release: WWII WLA Motorcycle with Side Car

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WWII WLA Motorcycle with Side Car

About WWII WLA Motorcycle with Side Car:

Produced by Harley-Davidson for the war effort, the WLA Motorcycle with Side Car is one of the best-known Allied vehicles from the Second World War. Over 88,000 were produced over the course of the war with many thousands sent to Britain and the Soviet Union under the Lend-Lease Act. These motorcycles were commonly used to provide support to advancing forces through message delivery, personnel transport, and as convoy escorts.

Specifications:

Crew: 1-2
Speed: 65 mph (104 km/h)
Range: 120 miles (193 km)
Armament: M1 Thompson sub-machine gun carried by driver
Engine: 45 V2, 4-stroke gasoline

Additional information about this Brickmania custom building kit:

The WWII WLA Motorcycle with Side Car Cruiser Tank kit comes with the following features

  • Designed by Daniel Siskind
  • Includes full-color printed building instructions
  • BrickArms® M1 Steel Pot helmet
  • BrickArms® M1A1 Submachine Gun
  • Includes 66 genuine new-condition LEGO® & BrickArms®
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years of experience with LEGO is recommended)

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