Classified as Top Secret case 10262: 007’s alternative vehicle of choice. The request was to review the new 10262 Aston DB5 Bond edition. However because Brixtar was all about re-using the bricks you have, the request was if I could build an alternative model and from this point of view review the model through an […]
This function packed telehandler is an alternate of Creator set 5867. This model was quite an interesting build and caused its unique challenges due to the odd overall shape, which is low and asymmetrical, and the integration of some functionality. For the telescoping boom, and the adjustable angle of it I had to use some […]
This truck is an alternate from Creator set 31006 Highway Speedster. The idea was to make a powerful, and modern looking tractor truck. The low window, massve grill, and racing livery lines should contribute to the model’s agressive and dynamic look. Due to the size, much of the surface is covered with long plates attached […]
A pick-up alternate of Creator set 31007 Power Mech. One of the official models from this set is already a pick-up truck, but it lacked the muscular feel of a real truck. So I decided to redesign the model, beefing it up and adding some extra features. Now it has a crane on the back […]
The LEGO® Build-It Book, Vol.2: More Amazing Vehicles is the 2nd Volume of a new series of books stimulating creativity… With just one palette of pieces, Nathanaël Kuipers shows once more how to turn those pieces in 10 completely different, iconic vehicles. With step-by-step instructions and handy tips this book covers how to build a: […]
The 8292 Cherrypicker was the most challenging, but also most rewarding model that I designed. Features – Motorized elevation of boom – Motorized rotation of boom – Manual boom extension – Steering – Opening doors Background After the introduction of Power Functions, the question was how low can the price get, while having a minimum […]
The LEGO® Build-It Book, Vol. 1: Amazing vehicles is now officially available! This book contains step-by-step, full color building instructions for 10 iconic vehicles. With just one group of LEGO bricks, you’ll be able to build any of the 10 models included in the book—from the easy-to-build Go-Kart to the intricate Rescue Truck. Other models […]
My 1st alternate from Creator set 5867: Tractor truck. Exploring the possibilities and limitations of this set my first try turned out into this truck with a big cabin, which can be tilted, opening doors and fifth wheel. I thought this was the best I could do with this set. Never have been so wrong, […]
Alternate #9 of Creator set 5867: Multi-purpose Truck. Inspired by the official Technic Unimog 8110, I decided to try to build a similar vehicle from set 5867. Trucks like this are well known for their versatility. All kind of attachments can be added, which makes these kind of vehicles suitable for pretty much any type […]
This pick-up wrecker truck is alternate #11 of Creator set 5867. For a while I wanted to create a pick-up truck with a flatback on the rear. To make it look more interesting a towing device was added, turning it into a wrecker instead. Some livery lines were included as well to give it a […]