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Japanese Type 92 70mm Battalion Gun Battle Pack

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Type 92

The Type 92 70mm Battalion Gun was the standard light infantry support gun used at the Battalion level by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. It could be direct fired or used as a mortar due to the extreme elevation it’s carriage allowed. It’s compact sized meant it could be man-handled by troops through all terrain was easily concealed. This Battle Pack edition contains two custom pad-printed Imperial Japanese Army soldiers exclusively designed by Brickmania and equipped with BrickArms accessories.

Additional Pictures of the Type 92 Battle Pack

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A Small New Batch of US Army Medic Minifigs Available Now

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US Army Medic

An exclusive Brickmania figure pack containing a US Army medic and stretcher. This figure wears a cloth WW2 US Army Field Jacket custom made by MMCB Capes from Australia. Available in limited quantities.

Features of this minifig pack:

  • 1 x LEGO minifigure with flesh tones skin color
  • 1 x Cloth field jackets custom made by MMCB Capes
  • 1 x BrickArms M1 Steel Pot with custom print by Citizen Brick
  • 1 x BrickArms Hypodermic Needle
  • 1 x LEGO medic bag

This is a kit and some assembly is required!

Additional Images:

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Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Custom Lego, Lego Military, US Army, US Army Medic, World War 2, WW2

New WW2 Jeep Kits and Limited Edition Battle Packs!

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Jeep

Brickmania is pleased to announce the release of it’s newest rendition of the fabled World War II Jeep. Each kit comes with a custom pad-printed minifig, BrickArms M1919 machine gun and custom pad-printed US star tile for the hood.

Jeep USMC

In addition to the Airborne version, we also have a version containing a US Marine.

Jeep Battle Pack

We have also put together a special limited edition battle pack for each version, containing a rare M3 Howitzer minikit, an extra minifigure, and BrickArms artillery shell. There’s only ten of each Battle Pack available, so they will go very quickly (limit one of each per customer).

Jeep Battle Pack USMC


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Airborne, Army, BrickArms, Brickmania, Jeep, Lego, Paratrooper, USMC, World War Two, WW2

New WWII Release: Kettenkrad with 8.8cm Raketenwerfer 43

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Kettenkrad

The Kettenkrad was a semi-tracked prime mover with a single-wheeled front end like that of a motorcycle. It was used extensively by the German army in World War II for a variety of purposes, from laying communication wire, transporting rations and supplies to the front line troops, and as a prime mover for small artillery and anti-tank guns.

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The 8.8cm Raketenwerfer was a wheeled rocket launcher that fired a shaped charge anti-tank grenade. It was similar to the man-portable Panzerschreck, but the wheeled carriage and better sights gave significant improvements in range and accuracy.

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The Kettenkrad with 8.8cm Raketenwerfer ahs the following features

  • Fully articulated Brickmania Track Links™
  • Seats for driver and passenger
  • A trailer hitch for the separate 8.8cm Raketenwerfer model
  • 2x custom-printed German Army soldiers with BrickArms weapons and helmets
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models
  • Over-all color is new light gray
  • Includes 173 genuine new-condition LEGO® 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.


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Battle of the Bulge, Brickmania, Custom Lego, Kettenkrad, Puppchen, World War II, WW2

Panther Ausf G – New Batch Being Completed Today!

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Panther Kit & Shirt

We appreciate how patient you have been waiting for the new batch of Panthers to be completed – in fact we’re going to reward your patience with a free T-shirt offer! Order by Monday, May 26th and we’ll throw in a free Panther T-shirt valued at $15. On top of that you get free shipping! Brickmania Elite members get additional savings!

Panther

Our Panther kit has been one of our most sought-after custom LEGO kits, ever since our first edition came out in 2003. The new version is the best one yet, with a great amount of attention to detail and tons of playability. Its not a kit for beginners so make sure you are up to the challenge before purchasing!


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Brickmania, Custom Lego Kit, Lego, Lego Military, Lego Tank, Panther, World War II, World War II Lego, WW2

D-Day 70th Anniversary Sale: 15% Off WW2 Kits Through Friday

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D-Day Sale

The Allied liberation of France began on the morning of June 6, 1944—D Day—in what was the largest amphibious assault ever attempted. In commemoration of the 70th anniversary, we have marked down all of Brickmania’s World War II kits 15% through Friday, June 6th. Brickmania Elite members will save even more. Prices are reduced in the web store so there is no coupon required. Sorry, we can’t backwards apply the discount to prior orders or offer rain checks for anything that sells out this week.


Filed under: Announcement, Coupons & Offers, General Awesomeness Tagged: Brickmania Sale, D-Day, Lego Military, World War II Lego, WW2

New M10 Wolverine WW2 Allied Tank Destroyer Custom Kit Available Now

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M10 Wolverine

The M10 Wolverine was main US Tank Destroyer in World War II and participated in the North Africa campaign, invasion of Italy, the liberation of France and the Low Counties, as well as the final push into Nazi Germany. Powered by twin diesels, it was based on the same chassis used by the M4A2 Sherman, but traded in armor protection for speed and better armament. Designed to hunt tanks, it packed a powerful 3″ naval gun that was effective against German armor until the end of the war.. Distinguishing features are it’s sloped hull armor,  pentagonal open top turret, and steel-shod tracks.

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Includes exclusive TD Crewmen minifigs

The M10 Wolverine Allied Motorized Tank Destroyer kit has the following features:

  • Fully traversable turret and main gun that elevates and depresses
  • Shod in Steel colored, double-wide Brickmania Track Link™
  • Secondary armament includes M2HB and 2x M3 “Grease Guns” from BrickArms
  • Includes three exclusive custom-printed minifigs with the distinctive Tank Destroyer insignia on their sleeve
  • Includes custom printed US insignia tiles
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models
  • Includes 669 genuine new-condition LEGO®, Brickmania and BrickArms® elements
  • Comes with a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years experience with LEGO is recommended)

M10


Filed under: Announcement, BrickArms, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania. LEGO, M10, M10 Wolverine, Tank Destroyer, TD, World War II, WW2

German Gunner figure with MG42, Tripod and Bullet Chain


World War II M3A1 Half Track Armored Troop Carrier Available Now

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M3A1 Half Track

The M3A1 Half Track was main troop transport vehicle for the US Army armored infantry 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 its 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 Half Track family, of which more than 40,000 of all types were manufactured during World War II.

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The M3A1 Half Track Armored Troop Carrier includes:

  • Fully articulated Brickmania Track Links
  • 3 opening doors for drivers and passengers
  • 4 custom printed tiles with US national insignia
  • 1 custom printed US Army minifigure (can hold up to 9 minifigures)
  • BrickArms M2HB and M1919 Machine Guns included.
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
  • 415 genuine new-condition LEGO bricks, plus Brickmania & BrickArms elements
  • Signed and numbered certificate of authenticity
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years experience with LEGO is recommended)

M3A1 Half Track with Troops

Limited Time Crew Upgrade Offer!

We are offering a limited time upgrade that includes the following:

  • 2 US Army Riflemen minifigures
  • 2 BrickArms M1 Garand Rifles
  • 2 Back Packs

Additional Pictures of the M3A1 Half Track:

Use the winch to pull your vehicle free of obstacles Has three opening doors Large troop compartments fits 9 figures!
Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Lego, Lego Military, M3 Half Track, M3A1 Half Track, World War II, WW2

RE-RELEASE: Nebelwerfer 41: German Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher

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Nebelwerfer

One of our most popular WW2 minikits is back in production!  Used extensively by the German army throughout the war, the six-barrel rocket launcher was dubbed the “Screaming Mimi” by Allied troops due to the terrific noise created when the rockets were discharged.

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Add a BrickArms M6 Rocket and a couple of scoops of LEGO ice cream to create your own action scene!


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Nebelwerfer 41, Screaming Mimi, Wehrmacht, World War II, WW2

RE-RELEASE: Final Batch of our Tiger I Ausf E Kits Now Available

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Tiger I

The final batch of our extremely popular (and equally as rare) Tiger I Ausf E premium custom kit is now available. Due to the severe rarity of certain elements, it is extrmely unlikely that we’ll be able to make any future editions of this kit.

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While this re-release is practically identical to the original from early 2012, we took the opportunity to include custom-printed Panzertruppen mini fig torsos…

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… And added extra tracks on the glacias plate.

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The Tiger I model has a fully detailed hull and includes driver and radio operator minifigs. The turret and hull sections are easy to separate to show off your model’s interior details.

 


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Lego, Panzer, Tiger I, Wehrmacht, WW2

RESTOCK: Pak 40/L48 Anti Tank Gun

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Pak 40

We’ve brought back an essential World War II kit just in time to repeal the invading armor from the East and the West!  The Pak 40/L48 was the standard German anti-tank gun from 1942 to the end of the war. This gun was so versatile and powerful it was also fitted to Panzer IV tanks and Stug III/IV tank destroyers. Includes additional pieces needed to make the towing carriage.


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Anti-Tank Gun, Brickmania, Pak 40, Panzer IV, TD, World War II, WW2

NEW RELEASE: Panzer IV Ausf J with Spaced Armor and Skirts

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Panzer IV Ausf J

For the first time, Brickmania is pleased to release a kit of the final iteration of Panzer IV tank medium tank. This includes removable spaced armor on the turret and side skirts on the hull sides. This model would be appropriate in any late WWII European battle scene from D-Day until the fall of Berlin.

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Remove the spaced armor for a retrograde look!


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Custom Lego, Custom Lego Kit, Lego, Lego Military, World War II Lego, WW2

Word War Brick Anaheim Preparations — News Digest #1

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Here is an update of news and some of activities happening at World War Brick Anaheim… Now just one month away!

BrickArms ModCom Build

ModCom

Every Weekend Pass holder at World War Brick Anaheim will have a chance to create (and keep) a special BrickArms ModCom weapon! Will Chapman will personally lead this activity and there is no extra cost. You will have to sign up for one of four ModCom sessions to participate. Limit one ModCom per Weekend Pass holder.

Micro Tank Battle Tournament

Micro Tank Battle

We are holding a bracket style tournament of the fast-paced table top Micro Tank Battle game. Matches will be take between 30-45 minutes and winners of each battle will be eligible to advance to the next battle. As the battle progresses, new weapons will be introduced for an added twist. Tournament participation limited to Weekend Pass holders.

BrickArms Skill Crane

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Every World War Brick attendee will have an opportunity to try the BrickArms skill crane! What might you get? It will cost you a raffle ticket to test your skill, but the reward could be huge!

Robotic Tank Tournament!

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We will be holding a points-based competition using a LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robotics system. Each player or team will control a robot that will complete a series of tasks with double points for each task completed autonomously (i.e. without remote control). We encourage participants to bring their own Robot Tank, but will have 2-3 robots available. Tournament map will be available for practice during any Open Game Play session on the schedule.

Event Kit Teaser Posted

M249 Crate

Will has just released another preview teaser for of the BrickArms printed crate included in the World War Brick Anaheim event kit. Yes, it will include the photo M249 Light Machine Gun (aka SAW). Look for the full event kit reveal next week!

More news posted daily at worldwarbrick.com!


Filed under: Announcement, Events Details Tagged: BrickArms, Custom Lego Kit, Lego, Lego Military, Lego Tank, World War 2, World War Brick, World War II Lego, WW2

M26 Pershing Heavy Tank – Premium “Black Box” Edition Kit

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M26 Pershing

Brickmania is proud to release the latest in our series of “Black Box” premium edition custom LEGO kits. These limited edition kit go the extra mile with spiral bound printed instructions and packaging that is a cut above the standard Brickmania kits.

M26 Pershing Box

The M26 Pershing was produced for American forces in response to heavy German tanks encountered in Western Europe towards the end of World War II.  While it barely arrived in time to see action, the M26 proved itself more than capable at standing toe-to-toe with the Tigers and Panthers, a task not suitable for the earlier M4 Sherman medium tanks. The M26 soldiered on into the Korean War, where it again proved itself deadly against the Soviet-built armor of the Communist forces. Lessons learned from the M26 directly lead to the development of the M46/M47/M48 Patton series of Main Battle Tanks

  • Weight: 46 tons (41 metric)
  • Armament: 90mm Gun M3, 1x Browning .50 cal MG, 2-3 x Browning .30 cal MG
  • Armor: 76-102mm
  • Speed: 25 mph
  • Range 100 miles
  • Years Produced:1944-45

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The M-26 Pershing kit has the following features:

  • Premium spiral-bound full-color instruction book included
  • Fully articulated triple-wide LEGO tracks
  • Two opening crew hatches on turret
  • Fully rotating turret with posable main gun
  • Custom-printed WW2 US Tanker minifig with Armored Division sleeve patch
  • M2HB and M1919 machine guns from BrickArms
  • Sturdy construction for active play
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
  • Includes 696 genuine new-condition LEGO, Brickmania and BrickArms elements
  • Comes with a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years experience with LEGO is recommended)
  • Strictly limited edition

All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition elements from LEGO and BrickArms. This model comes disassembled, includes printed building instructions, and comes packaged in a sealed box.

Additional Photos:

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Sneak Peak: A look at Brickmania’s Upcoming Releases

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IS-2

The Soviet Union’s answer to the Tiger and Panther came in the form of the IS-2 Heavy Tank. With a a massive 122mm main gun, the IS-2 was the most powerful tank fielded by any army during World War II. Brickmania will be releasing a limited run of “Black Box” edition IS-2 kits in February.

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The British are coming!  Continuing with out North Africa Campaign theme, Brickmania will be issuing new tropical British & Commonwealth troops. Look for them in upcoming kits, plus limited opportunities to purchase extra figures to fill out your ranks!

Brickmania Prototypes

A line-up of prototype models for the next Brickmania kits to be released over the next couple of months. Front Row (L-R): P-40 Warhawk, Hawker Hurricane IIc, Bf-109 E-4 Trop. Back Row (L-R) M26 Pershing, IS-2 Heavy Tank, M3 Grant, A12 Matilda, Bren Carrier LP2, SdKfz 10 with Pak 36, M1025 Humvee,  and UTV (World War Brick event kit). More details to follow…


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: BrickArms, Brickmania, Custom Lego, Custom Lego Kit, Lego, Lego Military, Lego Tank, World War II Lego, WW2

Special Edition WW2 Jeep with 101st Airborne for WW2 in LEGO Tour

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101st Airborne WW2 Jeep

We have created a special run of our WW2 Jeep with 101st Airborne minifigs especially for our upcoming trip to the West Coast. We only have enough to sell a handful at each stop, so come early to be sure to get one!

WW2 in LEGO

Here is the list of times and locations of the tour.

  • Kansas City – VFW Post 1000,  1002 E. US Highway 24, Independence, MO  on Sunday, February 8, 2015 – noon to 6pm
  • Oklahoma City, OK – American Legion Post 73,  500 SE 24th, Del City, OK  on Monday, February 9, 3 – 8pm
  • Albuquerque, NM – VFW Post 41, 2011 Girard Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, February 10, 3-8pm
  • Flagstaff, AZ – American Legion Post #3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff, AZ on Wednesday, February 11, 3-8pm
  • Anaheim, CA* –  Embassy Suites Anaheim South, 11767 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove,California, 92840, February 14 & 15
  • Las Vegas, NV – American Legion Post 40, 425 East Van Wagenen Street, Henderson, NV 89015 on Tuesday, February 17, 3-8 pm
  • Provo, UT – Elks Lodge No. 849, 1000 South University Ave, Provo, UT on Wednesday, February 18, 3-8pm
  • Denver, CO – VFW Post 2461, 1350 South Broadway Blvd. Denver, CO on Thursday, February 19, 3-8pm
  • Omaha, NE – VFW Post 2503, 8904 Military Rd, Omaha, NE on Friday, February 20, 3-8pm and Saturday February 21st, 10-5pm (additional models by talented local builders will also be on display in Omaha).

Click HERE for more information on the tour and a tentative list of all of the displays we are bringing.


Filed under: Announcement, Events Details Tagged: Brickmania, Lego Military, World War 2, World War II, World War II Lego, WW2

Hurricane IIc Trop Premium Edition Kit – Limited to 100!

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Hurricane

Brickmania is proud to release a premium “Black Box” edition kit of this legendary World War II warbird. Kit includes premium-quality, spiral-bound instruction book, die-cut vinyl sticker set, custom printed minifigure and more than 500 LEGO and BrickArms elements!

Background:

The Hawker Hurricane was one of the primary British fighter aircraft of World War II. Although it was responsible for a greater number of Axis planes destroyed in the war, history relegates the Hurricane to the shadow of it’s more famous cousin, the Supermarine Spitfire. While equipped with the powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin XX V12 engine, the Hurricane’s relative large size and thick wings meant it would never be as fast as sleek German Bf-109s and Fw-190s. As the Spitfire took over the role of Britain’s main dog fighting aircraft, the Hurricane was transformed into a ground attack aircraft, a task for which it was ideally suited. This configuration, known as the Hurricane IIc, was armed with four powerful Hispano 20mm cannons and up to a 1000 pound bomb load.  Many such aircraft were “Tropicized,” with additional air filters and desert camouflage, and sent to North Africa in support of British forces.

Hurricane IIc Trop Vitals:

Dimensions: Wingspan 40 ft, 0 in (12.19 m), Length 32 ft, 3 in (9.84 m), Height 13 ft, 1 in (4.0 m)
Weight: Empty 5745 lbs (2605 kg), Loaded 5745 lb (2605 kg), Max 8710 lb (3950 kg)
Armament: 2 x 20mm Hispano Mk II cannon, 2 x 250 or 2 x 500 pound bombs
Speed: 340 mph
Range: 600 miles
Service Ceiling: 36000 ft
Years Produced:1941-42

Hurricane

Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit:

The Hurricane IIc Trop kit has the following features:

  • Premium spiral-bound full-color instruction book included
  • Die cut premium vinyl sticker sheet with complete wing and fuselage roundels sets
  • Custom pad-printed British desert pilot minifig
  • Authentic camouflage pattern
  • Sturdy construction for active play
  • 1/35 scale to match other Brickmania models.
  • Includes 506 genuine new-condition LEGO and BrickArms elements
  • Comes with a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity
  • Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years experience with LEGO is recommended)
  • Strictly limited edition

All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition elements from LEGO and BrickArms. This model comes disassembled, includes printed building instructions, and comes packaged in a sealed box.


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Bren Carrier LP2 with 2 Pounder Anti-Tank Gun and Three Soldiers

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The North African Campaign continues with the release of a brand new Bren Carrier LP2 with 2-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun and three Commonwealth crewmen.

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The wheels are removed from the 2-Pounder for firing. The gun includes a bin full of anti-tank ammunition. The Bren Carrier features a printed BrickArms crate.

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First 100 kits include a hand-made BA Prototype Bren Gun! We’ve been sitting on them since we sold out of out last Universal Carriers more than two years ago!

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The Bren Carrier LP2 includes three of our custom-printed, desert pattern Commonwealth troops. We only made a thousand of these figs, so get ‘em while you can.


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: Australian, Bren Carrier, Lego Military, Universal Carrier, WW2

New DAK Battle Pack: SdKfz 10 with Pak 36 and Three Crewman

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SdKfz 10

Brickmania has put together another new North African campaign battle pack with the SdKfz 10 half track, Pak 36 anti-tank gun and three new Deutsches Afrika Korps mini figures. This kit was released at World War Brick Anaheim where many of the 100 available were scooped up by the attendees. There will be no additional batches made, so get is while you can!

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Includes three of our exclusive Deutsches Afrika Korps mini figures, not available separately.


Filed under: Announcement, General Awesomeness, New Releases Tagged: DAK, Deutsches Akfrikakorps, World War II, WW2
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