Description
This build-your-own dinosaur model brick kit turns a bag of small plastic bricks into a toothy tyrannosaurus, caught mid-stride with its jaws flung wide. The body is a bright grass green, with a cream underside, cream feet and a row of studs running from the crown of the head down the back to the tip of the tail. Inside the open mouth you will find white teeth, pink gums and a red tongue, and black bricks pick out the eyes. Finished, the model is 11.2cm long, 5.4cm tall and 3.2cm wide, and weighs just 22g.
Building it is a hands-on, absorbing way to spend a quiet afternoon, clicking the pieces together layer by layer until the dinosaur takes shape. It is a toy to build and play with, and once it is finished it is just as happy standing still. Being so compact, it sits comfortably on a desk beside a keyboard, on a bookshelf between paperbacks, on a windowsill or on a bedside table, where that open-jawed grin earns a second look. It brings a bit of prehistoric fun to a home office, a study corner or a bedroom shelf.
The model is made from ABS plastic bricks that press together stud to stud. A fold-out sheet of numbered, illustrated steps shows which bricks go where at each stage, so you can follow along at your own pace. Once built, it stands on its two broad feet, and the pieces can be taken apart again for another go. To keep it looking bright, dust it now and then with a soft dry cloth. We think it makes a cheerful small gift with something to do inside, and a fine finishing touch for a desk that needs a little character.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Plastic (ABS) |
| Length |
11.2cm |
| Width |
3.2cm |
| Height |
5.4cm |
| Weight |
0.022KG |
| Warnings |
Not for children under 3 years of age. |
Frequently Asked
How big is the finished tyrannosaurus model?
Once built, the dinosaur measures 11.2cm long, 5.4cm tall and 3.2cm wide, and weighs 22g, so it fits easily on a desk or shelf.
What are the bricks made from?
The bricks are ABS plastic, small pieces that press together stud to stud to build up the dinosaur layer by layer.
Does the kit come with instructions?
Yes, a fold-out sheet of numbered, illustrated steps shows which bricks to use at each stage, so you can follow along brick by brick.
What colours is the finished dinosaur?
The body is bright green with a cream underside and cream feet, and the open mouth has white teeth, pink gums, a red tongue and black eyes above.
Does the model stand up on its own?
Yes, the finished tyrannosaurus stands on its two cream feet with its tail held out behind, ready for a desk, shelf or windowsill.
How do I keep the model clean?
Dust it now and then with a soft dry cloth; this keeps the bright green bricks looking fresh without disturbing the build.