ParmBrick
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Nice vehicle here, simple and functional. Well done!
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Thank you! I tried to faithfully reproduce the original antenna, I tried different options, but the pans were the turning point, they may not be hollow inside like the original, but they are the closest thing. -
Thank you very much! As soon as I saw the set, I immediately thought the proportions were wrong, and that there was too little room for the instruments. It took me two weeks of trial and error, and indeed, as with Occam's razor, the simplest solution (increasing the height of a brick) was the right thing to do.
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Here we go with my second airport crash tender: a heavy modified version of 60499. The Godzilla is a 6x6 heavy-duty airport crash tender. It has a 10,000-liter water tank, a 500-liter foam tank, a 300-kg dry chemical compartment, and a 300-kg Halotron 1 compartment. The vehicle is powered by an 800-hp V8 diesel engine that can reach 120 km/h in dry conditions. It features an updated cab with more angular styling, fully integrated LED lighting, revised mirror housings, and a modular electronics platform. Equipment includes a front-mounted fire hose and a roof-mounted HRET (High Reach Extendable Turret) WASP, the latter equipped with a spray nozzle. This truck also has ample space for firefighting and first aid supplies, a ladder, two auxiliaries hoses (one on each side), and NBC protection. This Evee vehicle is a direct competitor to the Rosenbauer Panther and is used at major Legoland airports. Other images on my flickr!
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Thank you! Yep, that's the point: the perpetual chase of armaments, weapons and shields, prey and predator.
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WOW! That's insane, this is superb Btw, verticality in a city always manages to make it more credible and realistic, and the solutions in this thread are very interesting
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Welcome to the final episode of this series, so far. In this configuration, the UNGAWP is equipped with an ARCHON turret capable of deterring and neutralizing unmanned aircraft systems. ARCHON helps mitigate threats by disrupting the electronic signals between the UAS and its controller. It detects, identifies, neutralizes, and warns soldiers of the threat of a possible drone, or multiple drones (up to 10 simultaneously) overhead, thanks to a powerful integrated computer. It has a range of 3km, and can be placed on any terrain. In this configuration, the UNGAWP is equipped with a high-powered "LADS" laser turret. It functions similarly to the ARCHON, but instead of interrupting/jamming communication with the operator, the LADS hits the drone with a laser beam, downing it. It has a range of 10 km, but is ineffective on flatlands or in brushy terrain, so it is positioned on hillsides to protect the valleys below. The LADS engages one drone at a time, but thanks to the laser's speed, it can take down up to six drones per minute, ranging in size from those as large as suitcases to those as large as Predators. This version of the UNGAWP mounts an AALMT anti-aircraft turret. The AALMT is an all-weather-capable self-propelled anti-aircraft gun (SPAAG), which includes two 35mm cannons with over 300 FAPDS (Frangible Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot) rounds, plus a radar/infrared/laser-guided missile pod (depending on configuration) with four missiles. The detection and targeting system includes a powerful, small radar, advanced optics, and laser. It can engage enemy targets 3 to 4 km away. This version of the UNGAWP mounts a steerable SPARTACUS anti-drone turret, equipped with High Power Microwave (HPM) technology. The SPARTACUS system uses intelligent power management techniques so that power-hungry systems can be effective while requiring less power. This system works best when coupled with a lightweight radar; its primary purpose is to neutralize swarms of drones, up to a range of 2 km, but it also works very well against single targets. For other images, see my flickr profile!
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The UNGAWP (Universal Next Generation Army Weaponized Drone) is a 4x4 ground drone (also autonomous) designed to support infantry and eliminate enemy infantry, including their armored vehicles. It's normally equipped with a 400 hp diesel engine and a range of 300 km, with a maximum speed of 100 km/h on asphalt and 80 km/h off-road. The UNGAWP is a modular vehicle; in this version, it is armed with APOPHIS turret: a 30 mm cannon with 500 rounds and a pod with two TOW missiles. Its defense system includes a laser detector, lidar, and the "Homeland" APS system, as well as smoke launchers. Like many other next-generation offensive and defensive systems developed by the Plighia army, the UNGAWP also features a BODYGUARD reconnaissance system to avoid hitting allies. The UNGAP (Universal Next Generation Army Platform) is a ground drone (including autonomous) for infantry support. Designed to transport heavy loads and supplies over any terrain (as it is 4x4), it has a range of 200 km and is powered by a hybrid diesel-electric engine. Despite its compact size, it can carry a payload of up to 2 tons. A civilian version exists, and a larger system with a higher payload is currently being designed.
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Thank you very much! Also, I'm working on a heavy mod of 60499 for my second model of an airport crash tenders (in late design phase), soon on this forum.
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Thank you, glad you like it! Thank you too! Btw, If you're wondering which vehicle I was inspired by, it's the Oshkosh TA1500C.
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The Evee Leviathan is a medium-weight 4x4 airport crash tender. It has a 6,000-liter water tank, a 400-liter foam tank, a 200-kg dry chemical compartment, and a 200-kg Halotron 1 compartment. The vehicle is powered by a 700-hp V8 diesel engine that can reach 120 km/h in dry conditions. Equipment includes a nose-mounted fire hose and a roof-mounted one, the latter equipped with a spray nozzle, ample storage for firefighting and first aid supplies, a ladder, two auxiliaries hoses (one on each side), and NBC protection.
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Thank you! A drone should be as versatile as possible, so that if one of its main systems fails, at least it can still be used, in whole or in part.
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After festivity, here we go again with a new episode. The APFADD (All Purplouse Fast Attack Dog Drone) Mk. 2 is a medium-sized, agile, and versatile canine drone used to support ground forces' penetration and attack missions. This drone is autonomous: it can move and make decisions autonomously, and engage enemy soldiers with its turret. It is also equipped with a BODYGUARD recognition system to avoid injuring friendly soldiers. The APFADD's battery has a range of 15 km at walking pace and can be recharged with an external generator or photovoltaic panels. Finally, its artificial muscles can support an additional 100 kg of weight but limit its movement to walking speed only. The WATAPTD (Wheeled All Terrain All Purpose Transport Drone) Mk. 1 is an autonomous infantry support drone. It can move across any battlefield, in any weather. It functions as a mule: it can efficiently transport a payload of 500–600 kg at marching speed. Its battery is large enough to allow it to travel 20 km before needing to be recharged. Its sensors, which recognize battlefield conditions, allow it to quickly adapt to the surrounding environment. Finally, it is often used to move resources from multiple positions autonomously, without infantry supervision, thanks to GPS and air support.
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Thank you!
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The C-T "Tarses" is a vehicle designed and manufactured by C-T Automotive for business customers, such as Lego City taxi operators, who prefer it over other solutions because it is more versatile. It is a generously sized, five-seater vehicle with a large rear trunk. Given its size, it is suitable for operating on the wide streets of the bustling metropolis of Lego City, but not for the historic center, which is best explored with more compact vehicles. The Tarses is a gasoline-powered vehicle with a range of 800 km on a full tank, but a less common hybrid version is also available. These taxis are common at train stations, the airport, and along the avenues of Downtown. As mentioned, these taxis' clientele is generally business people, office workers, and professionals, but they also include families who want to easily reach the city's main attractions and hotel areas. On these vehicles, you can very often find advertisements for important chains, franchises, and companies operating in the city.
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Thank you very much, always kind! That was a tricky one, luckily, I managed to find an image showing the mechanism in question. It's a small miracle that such a compact mechanism can be built with Lego.
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The Scout UCAV XC-5 "Punisher" This model is the evolution of the XC-2D, which was developed during the end of the Cold War. This aircraft is equipped with contra-rotating propellers, to reduce noise and improve lift capacity and performance. The Scout Punisher is fitted with stub wings which serve both an aerodynamic purpose as well as an armament carriage location, such as missiles and guns. The Scout Punisher is also equipped with high advanced sensors, radar, weapons systems and detection systems, radar disruptor, jamming capabilites and electronic warfare weapons.
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I see a possible explanation for the presence of "riders" in this wave, and likely throughout 2026: toddlers. There must be a reason why Lego chose this theme in its market research, and it could be that children are no longer fascinated by Duplo, seeing their parents play with more "mature" bricks—and, I venture, parents themselves play with their children more with classic bricks than anything else. Putting 2+2 together, it's a real possibility that this will be the new paradigm for introducing middle-aged children to Lego. I hope, in the end, they not abandon soapbox sets this year, it was and is a nice idea to me.
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So much new pieces, so much new opportunities. The next year will be awesome for us moc makers. Too late to see the newborn universe, too early to see its death, but just in time to see Lego churn out so many beautiful sets with so many new pieces, and all before GTA VI Btw, my favourite for this wave is the Bugatti, almost completely studless design, very solid and captivating!
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This is definitely a very interesting wave, in my opinion. Not sure about Rides, a series of collectible minifigures including those toddlers would have been more appropriate. Coastal Guard vehicles and garbage truck are good models, love the airport firetruck, it will be mine on day one.
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Thank you! It's actually very similar, but just think that there are currently humanoid robots that are much more realistic in reality than these MOCs. What times we live in!
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Here we go with the next episode. The DEVID HAHR (High Agility Humanoid Robot) Mk.4 is a humanoid robot with exceptional physical performance. Remotely controllable or fully autonomous, it can outmatch any human soldier with its strength, sturdiness, agility, and speed, making it a tireless and versatile fighter. It can wield any type of weapon with ease. Its complex joints and steely muscles make it a supersoldier. Unfortunately, all this comes at a cost: its internal battery (ultra dense carbon-silicon type) guarantees 24 hours of battery life at full capacity, and approximately 36 hours in standard mode, with a recharge time of approximately 5-6 hours. Furthermore, to ensure speed and agility, the protection of its mechanisms, sensitive to heavier caliber ammunition, has been sacrificed. This model is inspired by the K.Drone from DEVID VII. And next, the whole lot.
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Thank you! That's was a big problem, but luckily, between one adjustment and another, I managed to get it to stay balanced.
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Thank you very much!