We see a lot of mechs around here, so I’m always keen on ones that stand out visually. This beauty by piratesxlovexrum does just that with this action shot of it offloading a full barrage.
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Full R/C Articulated LEGO Technic Dump Truck
This monster construction vehicle by Technic guru pipasseyoyo is a complex blend of Technic engineering and skillful brick sculpting. The articulated dump truck is fully controlled by remote and features a tipping bed, six-wheel drive, and powered articulated steering. Be sure to check out the video of it in action.
A Drop of Color Draws the Eye
This little diorama from A Plastic Infinity (A Plastic Infinity) really caught my attention. The majority is in monotone, which makes the few elements of color really draw the eye. The transparent blue flowing from the mining bot (which is a brilliant little sphere) catches the eye, while still seeming a bit muted. I, like the sentry bot, was immediately intrigued by the red dot growing nearby.
Make sure you check out his full gallery, as there are several other creations there that I’ve been tempted to post over the past few weeks.
Remnant of Section E2
This post-apocalyptic shot by Clemens Kern has an atmosphere of abandonment and impending doom. Don’t forget to check out the main model.
Iron Man tile mosaic
Spending three months and using 3500+ tiles, this stunning 144×96 stud mosaic by Brickmoc makes me want to crank up some Black Sabbath.
Dragon piloted mecha
We’ve seen a lot of mecha and drones recently, but this one by Lu Sim (Messymaru) is just too cool to pass up. It has some great shaping and articulation, and I love the little trans-neon-green highlights. But what totally made me stop and clap was the mecha’s pilot: a LEGO dragon. Yes boys and girls, this dragon mecha, has a dragon inside!
![[Hybrid Frame] Dragon_Phase 3](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/media.brothers-brick.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/12012426553_497bc02450_z.jpg)
I wasn’t the only one to think that dragon mecha was a great idea – Garry built a green dragon mecha too.
A Briton Abroad
Here’s a wonderful little vignette by Steve (workshysteve) depicting a British soldier in Abyssinia (modern day Ethiopia) during the British invasion of 1868. The monochromatic browns really bring this vignette together, and Steve’s design for the hut’s thatched roof is perfect.
Incredibly detailed Sydney Opera House, two years in the making
Lego Simpsons House 71006 [Review]
The Lego Simpsons House was only revealed less than than two weeks ago and it’s already available for sale. The set includes 2523 pieces and retails for $199.99. You can order it right now from the LEGO Shop.
Here is my summary of the highlights of the set, which are elaborated in the review video below.
Pros:
- Minifigure heads are made of hard plastic (as opposed to the rubbery kind) and the printing is precise.
- Colorful and detailed interior, each room is a vignette
- Features some useful building techniques
- Furnitures are removable and all rooms are tiled
- Good price per piece ratio
Cons:
- It’s the only Simpsons set and it’s not cheap
This is an unusual set in that it doesn’t fit in line with the other sets by Lego. It is a licensed stand-alone exclusive that suits the tastes of serious builders. At the same time, the numerous details make this a great playset as well for the kids. The interior is the true highlight of the set, featuring numerous well-designed details and detachable furniture. The colorful pieces and tiles are great additions to one’s collection. I cannot think of flaws pertaining to this set except that it is pricey; even so, it contains enough pieces to justify the cost. Since this is a Lego exclusive, you will not be able to buy it for cheaper than the retail price, all the more reasons to get the set now.
Whale Rock Lighthouse
The amount of details and level of realism in this lighthouse by Casper (Neverroads) is a rare sight to behold. From the way the angles come together in this octagonal structure to the complex matrix of supports underneath, the whole build took 6 months to bring to perfection. It also features 4 rooms and an attic, which you can see photos of in the builder’s Flickr gallery.
Friday Night Fights (Round 32)
We’re reaching for the skies tonight, with two models that on the one hand are very similar, but on the other could hardly be more different. Both represent a Liebherr LTM 11200 9.1, which is currently the world’s largest mobile crane.
In the red corner we find the heavyweight contestant: a 1/15.5-scale model by Huib van der Hart (liftingbricks). I blogged this last year, when it was still a work in progress. Its size imposed daunting technical challenges and, at the time, it couldn’t yet be erected. Now it can, however, and it is so big it’s intimidating.
In the blue corner, we find a minifig scale version by Maksymilian Majchrzak (MAKS). This is his largest model to date and at 2 kg and with a height of 70 cm, when fully extended, it’s not exactly tiny. In this competition, however, it’s the bantamweight. Despite its much smaller scale though, it looks very much like the real deal, is highly detailed and has many working functions.
In last week’s dragontastic installment, Stormbringer’s Skrill Showdown narrowly beat Jonas’ Smaug the Stupendous, with a final score of 8 to 7. It’s up to you this week, dear reader, to decide whether size matters.
Crawler Trawler
Continuing with our tracked theme for today, I present the hilariousness that is Karf Oolhu’s Crawler Trawler. As Fedde explains, “Impractical, but once I thought of the name, I had to build it.”
I am glad you did Fedde, because this sort of absurd cuteness is just the ticket to kick us into the weekend.