Building Blocks Blog

Youtube: Trabant 601 with caravan by Cobi @ BlueBrixx - with speedbuild!

Published on 03.07.2019

What kind of job is this where you get paid for building brick sets? Marco doesn't complain when he gets a Trabant with caravan by Cobi placed on the studio table. He builds the set accompanied by cameras and has a lot to say about the building steps.

Thanks to some special parts, Cobi manages to create an extremely authentic model in 1:35 scale with only 218 parts. Is this still a brick set or is it more like a model car? Marco has his own opinion on this...

We currently have seven different Trabant models by Cobi in our product range, from the classic light blue Trabi to the special Berlin Wall model and a Kübelwagen from the National People's Army.

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xTFkGutaBsI

Youtube: Tank position by BlueBrixx

Published on 01.07.2019

In addition to many vehicles such as tanks and trucks, BlueBrixx also offers military terrain sets. The tank position, our newest model of this kind, is presented by Marco in this video. From 863 parts, a battle position is created that is sunk into the ground and supported by beams, with trees offering additional camouflage.

Marco shows the model from all angles and spreads out the bags full of bricks contained in the box of this set. With these bricks you could also build a trench, a command post or something completely different...

From 10:32 Marco informs about another novelty: The Opel Blitz already presented in a set with a trailer is now also available without trailer.

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/9P0lRiK6fdo

Youtube: Tank IV by BlueBrixx

Published on 28.06.2019

The Tank IV was originally developed as a support vehicle with a small number of units, but became the most built German tank combat vehicle. In the second half of the war the Tank IV (or Panzer IV in German) was the most important German tank, even if the Tiger or the Panther are the better known vehicles.

Our newest set has 912 parts and was designed by CustomBricks. Marco explores the details of the model, explains an important building step and takes a look into the box of a Panzer IV. The box is full to bursting!

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/wERTT3QAgpA

Youtube: 3083 Battleship Yamato by Cobi @ BlueBrixx - limited edition!

Published on 26.06.2019

Cobi has already produced many beautiful and large sets for friends of model ships - sailing ships like the USS Constitution, ocean liners like the Titanic and marine ships like submarines and battleships.

With the flagships of the Japanese Navy of World War II, the Yamato and its sister ship Musashi, Cobi sets a new parts record: The Yamato is an impressive 90 cm long on a scale of 1:300 and consists of exactly 2,500 parts!

Marco and Michael talk about the latest battleship in Cobi's range and compare it with the Tirpitz and the Bismarck. Their conclusion: The Yamato and the Musashi are real premium sets without stickers, with many printed parts and a high degree of detail!

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/n4iWtmCfNQU

1st brick model railway meeting in Leipzig-Schkeuditz - the BlueBrixx railway was there!

Published on 25.06.2019

On the weekend of 14-16 June, numerous master builders and brick railway fans met in Leipzig-Schkeuditz to set up and present a huge railway system in the historic tram depot. Many meters of tracks were used to build a large contiguous track layout and many more track meters showed individual dioramas or interesting railway models.

An AFOB (adult fan of bricks) with a large collection of our railway sets took part in the railway layout. So also our passenger and freight cars were pulled by our first locomotive V100 through the layout. On the following photos you can see some highlights of the huge layout - our compliment to all builders!

We are thinking about putting together a sample case with some models. This could be borrowed for exhibitions of this kind. If you are planning to attend a meeting of this kind and want to take our BlueBrixx track with you, please write to us using the contact form.

Youtube: Rock set by BlueBrixx - with sample builds!

Published on 21.06.2019

Normally Marco presents our new BlueBrixx Specials on his own, but this time he has brought Michael into the studio as reinforcement. Together they present our new bricks set of 40 rock elements, 20 each in two variants.

These rocks have a bad reputation with some brick fans and are considered ugly. Marco and Michael don't agree with that opinion! In order to prove that you can build wonderfully with these parts, both builders designed a model with rock elements. They introduce each other to their MOCs (my own creations) and give tips for the use of the rock bricks.

Please note that the first little batch of the rock elements is sold out, but a much larger shipment of rocks is already on its way to Germany and will arrive soon! My tip for you: Use the button "Inform me, when available" on our product page. We will then send you an automated email as soon as the sets is back in stock. You have to be registered for this button to appear, but registration comes with no obligations or advertising from us.

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/8NUN8oEGLas

Youtube: Remote controlled tank from Qihui @ BlueBrixx - with test drive!

Published on 19.06.2019

Klaus presents a new Technic model of Qihui - and what a model that is! The battle tank has not only 1,276 parts, but also four motors, a lithium-ion battery and a remote control.

In our Brick Studio Klaus presents the set in detail and explains where to pay special attention when building. He even has a tip on how to reinforce a certain spot with the existing parts.

But any model can drive on a table - a tank belongs in the terrain! That's exactly where Klaus tests the RC model. The chains overcome grass, soil and gradients. Thanks to the good suspension, the tank even travels effortlessly over branches lying around.

The tank is only the flagship of a whole series of new RC models by Qihui in our shop!

The video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/rQneyEUwVgw

New Technic sets from Qihui arrived - with remote control or pullback motor!

Published on 19.06.2019

We are constantly looking for interesting new articles for our shop. And we have found something exciting! Qihui produces great motorized Technic vehicles with remote control, from off-road vehicles to huge tanks with rotating turret and firing function. The models are powered by a lithium-ion battery included in the sets. Batteries are only needed for the remote control.

Remote-controlled tank measuring 45 x 19 x 26 cm, with 8-channel remote control and lithium-ion rechargeable battery

In addition to the remote-controlled vehicles, we now also have smaller Technic cars with pullback motors in our range. Just pull the model a few centimetres backwards and let go, and it's racing away!

Youtube: D-Zugwagen der DR von BlueBrixx

Published on 13.06.2019

Heute hat Marco wieder einen Personenwagen dabei - einen D-Zugwagen der Deutschen Reichsbahn. Dieser Ganzstahlwagen der Bauart 28 wurde ab den 30er-Jahren produziert und fuhr lange auf deutschen Gleisen.

Das Noppenstein-Modell mit 287 Teilen besitzt Sitzplätze für Passagiere und viele andere Details, die seinem historischen Vorbild nachempfunden sind.

Das Video auf Youtube: https://youtu.be/1-GCTx6_4rY

Advanced Search function implemented - more features on BlueBrixx.com!

Published on 12.06.2019

Are you looking for Xingbao sets in the 10-30 Euro price range? Or architecture sets with over 2,000 parts? Or even Cobi sets with the keyword "Panzer", 250-500 parts and a price of up to 30 Euro?

Such complex search queries can now be carried out very easily with our advanced search function! You can enter as many factors as you like such as keyword, brand, categories, parts and price and have the results displayed very conveniently. This is what the search field looks like:

You will find the advanced search button at the top right of our website, between the buttons "assortment" and "shopping cart". Have fun browsing!