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Off Road Utility Truck (ORUT) – Built for Tough Tasks and Modular Attachments Welcome to the latest addition in my series of rugged off-road Lego Technic builds – the Off Road Utility Truck (ORUT). This truck is built not just to drive over tough terrain, but to do serious work, with features that make it both functional and adaptable. Core Features 🔧 Hand of God Steering At the top of the cab is a "Hand of God" control knob, giving precise manual control of the front wheels. This is ideal for tight manoeuvring or posing the model on rough terrain. It’s sturdy and responsive—great for play or display. 🚪 Opening Cabin Doors with Latches Both cabin doors open and close with integrated latching mechanisms, providing a satisfying tactile feel and realistic function. It’s a small detail that adds a lot of character. 🏗️ Tilting Cabin The entire cabin tilts forward, revealing the inner mechanics—a hallmark of utility truck design. This isn’t just for looks: it also makes the internals accessible for maintenance or modification. 🛠️ Straight-4 Engine Under the tray lies a simple but effective straight 4-cylinder engine, powered by the left rear wheel. There's no differential, which simplifies the drive mechanism but still delivers satisfying mechanical action when the truck rolls. 🔄 Rear PTO Outputs There are two Power Take-Off (PTO) outputs at the rear: One is driven directly from the rear wheel—useful for attachments that need to run while the truck is in motion. The other is connected to a side knob on the tray, giving manual control over driven accessories—perfect for stationary equipment. Design Process & Intent The Off Road Utility Truck (ORUT) was built by drawing on several of my earlier MOCs and MODs. The foundation came from a few proven systems, but nearly every part of the model was reengineered and redesigned to work together in this new format. It wasn’t a simple remix—it’s a full rethink. I specifically designed this truck to work with previous attachments I’ve built, and I’ll be modifying those to fit the new platform. The larger scale and longer wheelbase give me the freedom to explore new types of equipment in future builds—whether that’s agricultural tools, construction gear, or off-road expedition modules. What’s Next? With the ORUT as a strong base, I’m looking forward to designing modular attachments that mount cleanly onto the tray or connect via the PTO system. This platform opens up a ton of possibilities and will become my go-to for future utility builds. Stay tuned for updates on the attachment system and new gear that will plug into the ORUT’s rugged frame! https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/04/off-road-utility-truck-orut.html -
Latterly known as “The Beast”, Battlestar Pegasus (BS 62) is a Mercury-class battlestar, commanded by Rear Admiral Helena Cain. Built after the First Cylon War, Pegasus was considered the crown jewel of the Colonial Fleet. Pegasus survived the initial Cylon attack on the Twelve Colonies by Admiral Cain’s ordering of an emergency blind FTL jump away from the Scorpio Shipyards during the assault. After the fall of the Twelve Colonies, once the damage received in the Scorpio attack was repaired, Admiral Cain led the Pegasus in a guerilla campaign against the Cylons, during which it accumulated a small civilian fleet. This fleet was raided for supplies and personnel to support ongoing battle operations and abandoned to their fate. Admiral Cain’s campaign of brutal revenge was merciless to civilians and Cylons alike. Months after the fall, Pegasus detected another civilian fleet and discovered the Battlestar Galactica among them, beginning an uneasy alliance with Commander Adama and President Laura Roslin, joining the survivors of the colonial fleet… This Lego creation came about as a follow-up to my Battlestar Galactica model of 2020 (based on the 2004+ series), and is my second – and I believe much more accurate - attempt at a buildable Lego Pegasus (version 1 Flickr album), this time as a fully original design and built at a more appropriate scale to my Galactica. This model has taken years to design, the earliest pictures in my Version 2 Flickr album starting in 2021. Over time, I have improved the design by incorporating new parts that have become available since starting the process, using many different building techniques to build the best version I could. My primary reference was the Moebius Models plastic kit and other reference images I found online (see credits). I took some design liberties and it isn’t possible to be 100% accurate at this scale, but I feel this is fairly true to the original models. The build should be relatively straight-forward following the instructions available on Rebrickable here. However, collecting and managing the parts required will be a trial for any builder brave enough to tackle the Beast… Model Statistics 7,162 parts 73.1 x 31.2 x 18.2 (cm) : 28.8 x 12.3 x 7.2 (in) : 91.3 x 39.1 x 22.8 (studs) ~5,336 (g) : ~188.2 (oz) Note: The instructions contain a sheet of printable stickers, including a UCS Plaque (example below), a Seal of the Twelve Colonies for the spine of the model, and “Pegasus", "BS62” identifiers for the upper flight pods.
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Hi, today I wanted to take you on a nostalgic journey to Lego Atlantis and my new MOC: Gateway of the Squid Did you know that this series is already 15 years old? Do you feel old? On this occasion I decided to build one of my favorite sets from this series! all the details and the whole story about the series can be found in my film, link below! Did you have any sets? How do you remember Lego Atlantis?
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Decided to take inspiration from fellow builders and put all my past & future builds into one thread, so I wouldn't feel bad about having to create new threads everytime I had something new to upload. The first pictures are the builds that got me started back in 2017, and ones at the bottom are the more recent mocs that I've made. Jaguar XJR-12 Completed in January 2021 McLaren Senna Completed in January 2021 Lexus LFA Modification of an earlier version that I built back in 2019 Bentley Mulliner Bacalar Completed in February 2021 Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Completed in February 2021
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I thought it would be fun to have a thread just for sharing really awesome MOCs that other people created. I know looking at awesome stuff helps to get me inspired. My first ever Lego Space set was Starfleet Voyager. One really awesome Lego builder, Chris Giddens, created TWO remakes of this set that are both amazing! The first one is here: His more recent one is here: Two of my other favorite MOCs are by Peter Moris as part of his Classic Space Evolved set. This first one is remake of the Twin Starfire, a ridiculous set from the 80s that he made awesome: The other one I really like of his is his radical remake of FX Star Patroller, which is a mashup with the Mospeada Legioss & Tread (also known as the Robotech Alpha and Beta fighters):
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Fortuna is back! - Completely rebuilt for Series 6 of the Bricklink Designer Program! Better, stronger, more detailed, more sophisticated, more polished! Fortuna is a fast sailing frigate designed as a Privateer. As a true frigate, Fortuna is equipped with 20 cannons and 2 swivel guns. With your help, Fortuna can become a limited release set! Please vote for her on BrickLink once voting opens: https://www.bricklink.com/v3/designer-program/series-6/2056/Privateer-Frigate-Fortuna Please have a look at the video to see the working capstan in action: I am honored to present this lovely frigate on the Eurobricks Pirate MOC Forum first. After all, my journey into Lego sailing ships started on this very forum back in 2009! Please do take a moment to vote for Fortuna on Bricklink once voting opens: https://www.bricklink.com/v3/designer-program/series-6/2056/Privateer-Frigate-Fortuna
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I’ve been assigned the task of creating an accurate model of a well-known passenger locomotive used in my country for TrainDay. After much effort, they are finally here—proudly showcasing the main engine of Ukrainian Railways! While these locomotives may be considered old or outdated, they continue to serve reliably, pulling cars and keeping the rail system moving. ChS7-8 ChS7-8 from BrickLink Studio [BrickLink] ChS4
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Here is a project that I have been maturing for 4 years and which finally takes shape from this year, inspired by a french comic strip from Arthur De Pins.. Throughout this topic, you can follow the progress of the project and the WIP. This first post will bring together only the completed games and winks to the universe. For those who do not know Zombillenium, visit Dupuis, the editor of Arthur de Pins (link in french): https://www.dupuis.com/seriebd/zombillenium/3204 Park map: 1. Gretchen and his Mini Cooper S : 2. Carousel with skulls : Great inspiration from those found in the comic strip park, but which I found a bit repetitive, especially this one. 3. "At work !" : Zombillenium - "At work !" by Stephle59, sur Flickr 4. "Cheeeeers..." Zombillenium - "Cheeers... Creepy family photo !" by Stephle59, sur Flickr The family photo, with from left to right: - Sirius Jefferson the skeleton - Aton Noudjemet the mummy - A demon worker like Aurelien Zahner - Francis Von Bloodt the vampire and director of the park - Blaise Canilhac the werewolf and director of human resources - Gretchen Webb the witch 5. Candy shop : Zombillénium - Main Street, Candy shop by Stephle59, sur Flickr To be continued...
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A passenger train has been on our family's wishlist for some time now. To date, cargo trains only. So I wanted to design something that was fun to play with and inspired by trains when I was a kid myself... I was also trying to figure out how cheap I could go while still having something that is good looking. On that front, not so much of a success: currently I have for EUR 150 in shopping baskets in Bricklink. That's excluding 5 times shipping costs... I was hoping I could do this for under EUR 100. I guess I could remove 1 carriage but then I'm not sure I can still call it a train.
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I'm back with another Speed Champions MOC of one of (Jeremy Clarkson voice) my favorite cars... in the world: the FD-generation Mazda RX-7 with legendary RE-Amemiya bodykit! Instructions are available for purchase on my Rebrickable page. This MOC faithfully captures the elegance of the FD3S RX-7 with the aggressive racing-inspired bodykit by Japanese tuning company RE-Amemiya, made popular from JGTC/Super GT racing and the Initial D series, where Keisuke Takahashi added the bodykit to his FD following the forming of Project D. While it's the same color, this MOC wasn't based directly off Keisuke's car, since this FD wears the "REsuperG" variation of the bodykit which had some differences, mainly fender-mounted mirrors. Being said, I definitely plan on building a Keisuke-spec FD (plus a pre-Project D FD MOC) in the future. Stickers are made by Brickstickershop.com, and 3D-printed rims were made by Brickthebrick.com. Hope you like it as much as I do!
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This loco was originally from the 2010 CITY set 7939 - Cargo Train and first designed in red for my brother. (who ended up not building it in real life after all) I removed the rear cab and replaced it with a personnel door for access to the train and recolored it to yellow for use by me. I then looked back on what I made, and realized it actually resembled a real engine completely on accident! It appears I made a General Electric 'Genesis' series loco, specifically a P42DC as those were the most common of the sub-types. The Genesis types weren't used by freight railroads - just passenger-only carriers like Amtrak or VIA - but this is my railroad and what I say goes! Here we see the front of the locomotive. The rear side of the loco with the crew access door at the very back. The cab front flips up to put a figure at the controls. (I removed the cab roof here to make taking the picture easier.) To read more about the Genesis locomotive types, check out this Wikipedia link. Thoughts? -
Hello everyone and thank you for accepting me in the site! After being away from the hobby for nearly 20 years, as if by chance I ended up rekindling the flame for LEGO once again. Over the past year and a half I have been working from home and I have been looking for new way to entertain myself. Accidentally I saw that the Harry Potter line had been revived over the last couple of years, so I decided to collect it as I was a huge HP fan as a child and building stuff after work seemed like a good way to relax while listening to some jazz. One thing let to another and as of a month or so now I have been building a full Hogwarts Castle MOC in quite an ambitious scale too, as it turns out. Like I said, I have been away from the hobby for quite some time, but it is great to see that unlike the 90s, nowadays it is quite easy to share with people and find like-minded souls for any passion you might have. Being an AFOL now and easily being considered somewhat of a boomer (lol), being out there is somewhat new to me, but nevertheless to make this process easier, I have made a YouTube channel and an Instagram where I am documenting my progress and various difficulties I happen to encounter while building and designing. So for anyone who might be interested, any kind of opinions, comments and feedback are more than welcome! Looking forward to delving into the LEGO hobby once again and finding new friends within the community! Thank you _______________ Edit: Nov 2022 Hello all, wanted to share some nice pictures of the current state of the castle for those of you that don't follow me on Instagram. Really appreciate if you follow me on You Tube and Instagram. Really helps a lot. Thanks for all the feedback! https://www.youtube.com/@Uniqueorn https://www.instagram.com/uniqueorn_lego/
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A sequel to my Classic Dump Truck from 2022, built at a larger scale. Features AWD drivetrain, a flat-six piston engine, oscillating rear axle and a pneumatic dumping mechanism. Functions: Drive (AWD) Steering Flat-six piston engine Oscillating rear axle Opening hood and doors Pneumatic dumping Ever since building my Classic Dump Truck MOC in 2022, I always felt like it still had more potential. I managed to pack plenty of functions/features into it, but felt like a larger scale would allow me to do more. I wanted to scale it around either the 52985 or 2491 tires. This would at the very least allow me to use wheel hubs, making an AWD drivetrain easier to incorporate as it was something missing from my previous, smaller version. I went with the latter option for the tires since I found their tread to be a good fit for trucks. The building process started as a very compact build around the front axle. I used the Control+ large angular motor for propulsion, as it has a front and rear output which makes a longitudinal driveshaft possible while taking up minimal longitudinal space. I initially wanted to use planetary hubs, but found that the drive speed would be too slow. The final drivetrain design used normal hubs instead (the front hubs are the ones from the 42160 set so I could still drive them with heavy duty CV joints). The only gear reduction in the drivetrain is the 12:28 reduction at the differentials, and while it's able to handle some light off-road driving, it still felt underpowered especially when driving up inclines or over larger obstacles. Another stage of gear reduction could've helped, but that would most likely require moving the drive motor at least two studs up. A flat-six piston engine is placed just above the steering motor, connected to the drivetrain via a set of gears in front of the front axle. Directly behind the drive motor is the Control+ hub. Because the driveshaft to the rear axle passes under it, I used a long heavy duty CV joint to allow the driveshaft to be pushed into the extendable section of the CV joint and removed from the large angular motor's output. Removing the driveshaft here allows access to the battery compartment for replacing the batteries. The hub is reinforced using two 3x19 frames, and just behind the hub are two Control+ large motors placed side by side for the compressor and valve of the pneumatic dumping mechanism. All in all, I feel that the design made good use of every inch of space available. The large number of pin holes on the Control+ motors and hub also allowed them to be used as reinforcement points, which also facilitated the compact build. It's been a few years since I used pneumatics on a MOC, and to give it a little something extra over my previous version, I decided to use pneumatics instead of a linear actuator for the dumping mechanism. I was able to fit three 6L compressors into the limited space just before the oscillating rear axle. In the Powered Up app control profile, I set up one slider to drive the compressors' motor with proportional speed and also the valve motor like a steering servo motor, returning to the center position when the slider is released. This closes the valve when the compressors are not running, preventing air from leaking. In fact, I was able to display the model with the bed fully elevated for several days without it collapsing back down. Because of the size of the dump bed, I used two 2x11 pneumatic cylinders instead of just one, as it offers more capacity. In the end, the pneumatic mechanism was able to handle a decent amount of load in the dump bed without the compressors struggling. I wanted the dump bed to be more detailed, but was worried that it may cause the pneumatic system to struggle with heavier loads so I kept it simple. Overall, the pneumatic dumping mechanism has been my favorite part about this MOC. As for the bodywork, my favorite part is how the front grille and hood turned out. The grille and front bumper are built with System pieces as a single module, which allowed it to be more detailed. I also incorporated metallic silver elements for the grille, bumper, side steps and mirrors (although I had to settle for light bluish gray at certain spots where a metallic silver piece isn't available). The sides of the hood are also finished with System pieces. The hood and the mudguards from the 42114 set allowed for a good blend of System and Technic in the front. Because the grille/front bumper are built using System pieces, it is built at an even stud width, which made things trickier with the odd width of the Technic chassis. The doors maintain the even width, but the rear and roof of the cab are built at an odd width connected to the chassis, with tiles adding a little more width and also covering up pin holes. I feel the cab section could've turned out better, but still I've managed to put plenty of details in the cab including a steering wheel and bench seat. This is an improvement over the previous version, as that one lacked an interior. To access the power button on the Control+ hub, a lever is placed behind the seat to press the power button. Overall, the model was an improvement over my previous Classic Dump Truck. It offered better functionality and a better designed bodywork, although there was definitely still room for improvement. The pneumatic system worked well and the oscillating rear axle allowed it to do some simple off-road driving. However, the model could've benefitted by having a little more torque in the drivetrain, as well as a more reinforced chassis as I found the chassis to still bend a little when the model is placed on the ground. This is especially noticeable with the cab and dump bed in close proximity to each other when the dump bed is lowered. Still, I'm pretty satisfied with how the model turned out, especially being able to fit all the electronics and mechanisms in such a compact way in the model. Instructions will be published for this MOC on Rebrickable once they are finished. Video: Photos: -
I'd like to share an MOC I have been thinking about for a looong time (since before the official lighthouse set) and working on-and-off on for a while.. Anyhow, here is my lighthouse: The base contains a power functions battery box, vertically, connected to a switch hidden in the rocks The lighthouse has a spiral staircase all the way to the top, although there is a bit of a squeeze around the embedded power functions switch for the motor. LEDs at the top and a small geared down motor to rotate the lights with a ‘short, long’ signature. The lighthouse keeper has a cottage (the door was the first thing I built). Fireplace, bookcase (he likes nautical novels), radio. Kitchen Balcony from the bedroom. I am inordinately pleased with the 4 piece bedside lamp. Bathroom Working folding ladder up to the attic space, with storage and office. The lighthouse keeper also makes models in his spare time, including ones of … a lighthouse and cottage that look familiar.
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City Books is not my first modular building design, but it is the first with published instructions. I built the real world MOC some time ago and now decided to create a digital model and instructions as well (which can be found on Rebrickable, link at the bottom). My inspiration was to have a large bookstore on the first floor with a raised gallery in the back to accommodate even more books. The exterior is inspired by older New York buildings with their textured facades and the typical fire escapes on the outside. The first floor houses the eponymous bookshop with plenty of reading material on two levels. There is a similar store near me and I love going up the narrow stairs to the slightly wobbly wooden gallery and browsing through the books there. On the second floor sits an art gallery with lots of fun artworks made from different LEGO parts. On the third floor there is a nice apartment and on top of that a small roof garden where one can relax above the hustle and bustle of the city. My original model used sand green bricks for the coloured wall surfaces of the upper floors. That's fine if you own the Green Grocer modular building (10185), which contains many bricks in that color. Otherwise it's quite expensive to buy them, so for the instructions I replaced the color with sand blue, which also looks good. These are some pictures of the real world MOC: Flickr folder with some additional pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/181787965@N04/albums/72177720324129977/ If you are interested in the instructions, here is the Rebrickable instruction page: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-212480/T.Brick/city-books Thank you for reading! Best regards, Thilo
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I loved Lego's new Steamboat so set out to create my own. A lot of techniques and inspo from Legos new set, and the design for the craft herself was inspired by the current steamboat 'Natchez'. She has around 15941 parts, including base, and 15176 without, including 484 1x1 white plates, 291 white profile 1x2 bricks ( brick design) and 576 1x4 white brick profile bricks (which dont exist), 1050 telescopes, and 1082 1x6 brown tiles. The name 'Amelia' has no significance to me, but its the same as lego's new steamer, the reason i had chosen it. There is a full interior on my flickr and I can show some more photos if you'd like. Theres a full engine room, toilet for crew, kitchen, entertainment area, gift shop, and more. and a comparison to a vessel the rough size of Legos new steamer. So yea, pretty large size difference. This is my largest MOC by both size and part count. I've kept the post brief but if anyone has any questions, or just general c and c, thats totally appreciated! Good day all!
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I've finally encapsulated / finished the mountain-less tunnel my dad first made back around 2000. I played with the tunnel a LOT as a kid. It did many tours of duty under his Christmas tree, interacting with the Santa Fe Super Chief and when not doing that, it was with my train MOC's in my room's floor layout at his house. During this period, he always stated he wanted a mountain around the tunnel, but could never figure out a design. Fast forward to 2021 when he finished his newer twin-bore tunnels. During this time, he gave me his now-surplus original tunnel, which I then expanded to be two studs wider to fit more of my custom trains through it. The main view of the mountain tunnel. The left / right and front / back sides are identical to their direct-opposite counterpart. The inside of the tunnel. The mountain-less tunnel as it was. It was 98% old light gray, as I had to use from new gray for my upgrade as I expanded it by two studs in width from the original 2000-era MOC. EDIT 4/1/25: mountain finished today, with new photos and text posted! Thoughts?
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Hey everybody, I'm new to the community but I've been MOC designing for sometime now and I have finished my massive project. I've been working on it for just under two years, The ISD II The Eviscerator. It sits on a single removable stand measuring at 148 studs long with 19,225 pieces. I really wanted to capture that "It doesn't look like Lego" feel and try to give it a studio model vibe. One of my goals for this build was to have only one stand that the model sits on securely. This was an incredible challenge due to the size and weight of the model. In fact, it's what took the most time to develop through out the build. Overall, I'm satisfied with how the model turned out. This is more accurately representing an ISD II Destroyer. I tried to pay attention to every detail I could, based on a couple of star destroyer sources. It's a very modular build making it easier to assemble and disassemble. There is no interior in this model. Just pure structural integrity throughout the entire inside. Just the frame and stand are 6,000+ pieces, but this was my goal. Create as accurate of model as I could, displayed on one removable stand, and not having to limit detail because of weight and size. Anyways, enough rambling: You can view the rest of the photos here: Flickr Album Now here is some great news. If you want to build one yourself, you can! I have made instructions for this build that are available at https://www.brickvault.toys/products/imperial-star-destroyer
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When it comes to LEGO Technic, I love the challenge of creating alternative builds (C Models) that push the boundaries of what a set can do. My latest creation, the Safari Helicopter, is built entirely from the pieces of LEGO Technic 42198 - Bush Plane, making it a true C Model that doesn’t require any extra parts. Design & Features Rotors & Engine Integration One of the standout features of this build is the functional connection between the main rotor blades and the flat-four engine. As the rotors spin, the pistons move, adding an extra layer of mechanical realism to the model. This was a key element I wanted to include, as it brings the technical charm that Technic fans appreciate. Working Landing Gear A helicopter isn’t complete without functional landing gear. In this design, both the front and rear landing gear lift and lower simultaneously, providing a smooth and realistic mechanism. The synchronization took some fine-tuning, but I’m really pleased with how well it works. Sticker Integration & Aesthetic Challenges One of the unique challenges of creating a C Model is working with the pre-applied stickers from the A Model. Rather than seeing this as a limitation, I embraced it, carefully designing the bodywork to complement the original sticker placement. This meant rethinking panel positioning multiple times, allowing the model to evolve organically as I built it. Colour Scheme & Final Thoughts At first, I wasn’t sure how the black, white, and yellow colour scheme from the Bush Plane would translate to a helicopter, but I think it works surprisingly well. The zebra-like patterns and the “Wildlife Service” branding give it a distinct, safari-ready look, making it stand out from traditional helicopter builds. I’m incredibly happy with how this turned out. It’s a unique take on a Technic helicopter, packed with functionality and built only from parts included in 42198. Video - https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/03/moc-lego-technic-42198-c-model-safari.html
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Had to share this. I've long enjoyed Art Nouveau architecture, and implementing it well in Lego has stretched many minds. Lego's plant pieces give the easiest route and I decided to exploit this.Botanical Gardens station is a then-innovative steel-framed building designed to be airy and spacious and let in as much light as possible. It features a glass first floor and roof, and plenty of electric lights. There are ticket windows, a small buffet and upstairs is a restaurant (the Rose Garden) and railway office.The interior is inspired by the adjacent botanical gardens, with the steelwork inside exposed but lavishly decorated.The inspiration is the Brussels Comic Strip Museum, designed by Victor Horta, and a small but lavish church in the Essex, UK suburb of Brentwood.Enjoy. [Apologies for zero photography skills]
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I was registered to exhibit at Brickvention 2025 this weekend (Australia’s premier Lego Exhibition/Convention), however broke my foot and was sadly unable to exhibit or attend. I was able to finish the below MOC though – Village of Persia, my first MOC of 2025. 1. Pieces: approximately 1,600 2. Footprint: 32 x 32 3. Content colours: 10 4. Inspirations: Lego Ideas – Life of Persia; Bricklink – Middle Eastern Bazaar Village of Persia 3 by Samuel Sheppard, on Flickr Village of Persia 2 by Samuel Sheppard, on Flickr Village of Persia 1 by Samuel Sheppard, on Flickr Thanks for looking and happy building for 2025.
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LEGO Technic sets provide an incredible platform for creativity, allowing builders to experiment with different designs and functions beyond the official models. One such exciting custom build is the Tow Hook Truck, a C model (alternate build) based on the LEGO Technic 42197 set. This MOC (My Own Creation) transforms standard parts into a rugged and functional tow truck with impressive articulation and playability. Design and Features The Tow Hook Truck is a compact yet functional vehicle that embodies the spirit of off-road recovery trucks. Some of its key features include: Tow Hook Mechanism: The rear lifting arm features a hook that can be used to tow small vehicles, mimicking real-life tow trucks. Articulated Steering: Uses the knob on the top of the cabin to control the steering. Sturdy Build: Despite being a C model, the truck maintains a solid structure, ensuring durability during play. Building Process Creating the Tow Hook Truck from the 42197 set requires some ingenuity in repurposing parts while staying true to Technic design principles. The build process includes: Frame Construction: A strong chassis is built using Technic beams and connectors to support the tow arm and suspension. Wheel and Axle Setup: The truck features large off-road wheels, giving it a robust stance and improved traction. Tow Arm Assembly: The articulated tow hook system is cleverly engineered with liftarms and connectors to allow smooth operation. Final Adjustments: Minor tweaks ensure proper movement and strength in the tow hook mechanism. Playability and Display This MOC isn’t just a static model—it offers great play value with its working tow hook and suspension system. It’s perfect for: Towing Small LEGO Vehicles: The hook can lift and tow other Technic models or standard LEGO cars. Off-Road Adventure: The rugged design allows it to navigate rough terrain and obstacles. Display Piece: With its sleek yellow and black colour scheme, it makes for an eye-catching addition to any LEGO Technic collection. Conclusion The LEGO Technic 42197 Tow Hook Truck MOC showcases the versatility of Technic sets, proving that with a bit of creativity, builders can craft unique and functional models beyond the official instructions. Whether you enjoy building, playing, or displaying, this alternate build is a fantastic way to extend the value of your 42197 set. https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/03/lego-technic-42197-moc-c-model-tow-hook.html
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LEGO Technic sets are always a source of inspiration for custom builds, and the LEGO Technic 42203 is no exception. While the official A model offers some good functionality, the true beauty of Technic lies in the ability to create alternate builds (C-models) that push the limits of what the available parts can do. One such build is the Road Grader, a construction machine that levels and smooths surfaces. Concept and Design The idea behind the Road Grader was to maximize the use of the truck's parts, while introducing a functional blade mechanism, rippers and steering. Road graders are essential in construction and roadwork, making them a perfect subject for a LEGO Technic alternate model. The challenge was ensuring a realistic blade movement while keeping the structure stable and maintaining playability. Key Features of the Build - Steering: The grader includes a steering mechanism often seen in real-world graders, providing precise manoeuvrability. This can be controlled via the steering wheel inside the cabin or via the top exhaust funnel. - Adjustable Grading Blade: The build includes a blade that can be raised and lowered simulate grading functions. - Rear Ripper Attachment: An added ripper tool at the back can simulate breaking up tough ground before grading. The design and building process took about 10 hours, across a few days. Final Thoughts This C-model of the LEGO Technic 42203 dumping tip truck, takes these parts and makes them into a detailed and functional Road Grader. It captures the essence of real construction equipment while staying true to the Technic philosophy of engineering and creativity. If you own the 42203 set and are looking for a fresh challenge, this build is a fantastic way to expand your LEGO experience. Side by Side with the A Model https://paulbtechnic.blogspot.com/2025/03/moc-lego-technic-42203-c-model-road.html
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HI! I would like to present you my new addition to small-scale construction machinery crew. This time it's really small model of a skid steer loader :D Even though model is small I managed to squezze few features in it: Starting with arm elevation and bucket tilt, both controled via knobs at the rear, openable doors to the cabin and exchangable tools. I decided to go with asimetric arm configuration as it was more appealing esthetician in my opinion. Because of that choice tools tend to slack from unsupported side, especially under a substancial load. Just like my previous mocs from this category, loader also roughly fits the scale of old minifigs from Jack Stone and 4Junirors series and the minifigs themselves can fit in the cabin with no issue. If you would like to see more photos of this MOC, I invite you to check out my Flickr Gallery. If you want to build this MOC you can get them for free on Rebrickable. Cheers!
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I absolutely love Victorian houses (there are quite a few in my neighborhood), and I've been trying to replicate them in brick form. My first couple of attempts did not go entirely well, but I'm very satisfied with this MOC in progress! Hoping to be able to build it in real bricks soon (minus the windows, those are custom parts primarily for the rendered photos). I'm also in progress on trying to make kitchen furniture as well, the stove has been a huge challenge for me! Originally the color was tan with all the window frames and everything brown, but I thought the color didn't pop as much as I wanted, so I changed the frames to white, and later the "paint" color to olive green. Of course, with the limitations of eventually building this in physical bricks, there were some bricks that weren't available in olive green, so that explains the tan stripes and random tan pieces. I think I will make a couple extra modifications when building it physically, such as adding some half-walls to complete the interior dollhouse look. The floor is also not as stable looking as I'd like, so I'll figure out some type of fortification underneath it for stability! All these photos are my "polished" Flickr page photos. Hope you like it!
