Space Police XVIII Posted September 7, 2015 This is my take on set 6861, X-1 Patrol Craft, from 1980. All light grays with green accents..I guess that's pre-Classic Space? The missiles are from an old Tyco set. Some dark gray accents are present, because I ran out of parts. The seating is built to accommodate the new, compact life support units. A storage compartment at the rear holds an extra one of those, and a weapon for the pilot. Trans-yellow...I'm not sure about this, think I prefer green. This is one of my favorite sets from old Classic Space. I never had one, but now can build my own version, it's all good. offers a really good look at the original from all angles, if anyone's interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deraven Posted September 7, 2015 Get rid of the non-Lego and it's really nice! I agree with you, the trans-green looks best. The opening canopy is a simple but very nice touch. Nice build! But seriously, lose those Tyco rocket pieces and replace them with Lego rockets! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Space Police XVIII Posted September 7, 2015 Cool! Thanks! Get rid of the non-Lego and it's really nice! ... Ah, a purist! I used to be one of you guys. You know, you should relax now and then! Live a little. Come over to the Dark Side. We've got cookies! And megab...bl...blrrg no, I can't do it, there are standards Okay, you inspired the Mk.II version. More guns! Less colors! More flatness! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MontyPython Posted September 7, 2015 Much better now, it's a nice little ship! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deraven Posted September 7, 2015 Ah, a purist! I used to be one of you guys. You know, you should relax now and then! Live a little. Come over to the Dark Side. We've got cookies! And megab...bl...blrrg no, I can't do it, there are standards Okay, you inspired the Mk.II version. Come on now, I am relaxed. I didn't say anything about Bley vs Grey or anything! Mk.II does look nice! I did like the rockets on the wings, but these additional guns do make it feel a little more Classic Space, while the new larger wings above the cockpit make it feel more Neo... huh. Interesting mix! I do kinda miss the green canopy, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vachon777 Posted September 9, 2015 Man, I loved this set so much as a kid. You've definitely done it justice, awesome work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Space Police XVIII Posted September 13, 2015 Much better now, it's a nice little ship! Thank you. I should post here more often, the feedback really did improve it. Come on now, I am relaxed. I didn't say anything about Bley vs Grey or anything! I am grateful for that! I like mixing the two, but not like that... those wings don't look right in person.. You're right about the green canopy, I had to make a final version.Man, I loved this set so much as a kid. You've definitely done it justice, awesome work!Thanks! It's one of my top 'wanted this, never had it as a kid' sets. I love the spare, fast look, but just HAD to make it bigger.Final version, front. Minor changes made, barely worth a new post. Rear view. I'm sick of looking at it. Plus I need the parts. Rest in pieces, little fighter! Any landing you can walk away from, etcetera. The pilot walks until the alien sunrise... which may or may not be the result of me being too lazy to retake a really crappy photo.. and is met by a little rescue ship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chase The Cop Posted September 15, 2015 Nice little ships! The X1 is a great improvement of the original model. The final version is definitely the best The "landing" photo is fabulous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpacerSteve Posted September 15, 2015 Great ships! All have that classic feeling. That crash scene is great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted September 15, 2015 Great old look! The hinge brick under the main body gives a nice touch to the picture! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
