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Set Facts
- It is the second Sopwith Camel set, the first one being 3451 Sopwith Camel.
- Sopwith Camel was designed by LEGO designer Jamie Berard.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Sopwith Camel Reviews
BricktasticBlog
“While this is by no means the only bi-plane LEGO has produced, it is possibly the best one. There have been two other Sopwith Camel sets in LEGO’s history – 3451 in 2001, and a mini version, the 40049 polybag in 2012. ”
The Lego Car Blog
“The Sopwith Camel was a hugely significant aircraft, and not just for Lego. It was famously tricky to fly, with a deliberately front-heavy instability that made it highly manoevreable – a feature of most modern fighter aircraft, which are so unstable they wouldn’t fly at all... More without computer controls.”
Full review at brickset.com
Eurobricks
“I can't remember the last time I had so much fun putting a model together. The detail, accuracy, and functionality are all jaw-dropping! I don't think we've gotten something so lovingly designed since the heady days of Model Team. A heaping TON of unique parts and colors,... More amazing functions, massive size and jaw-dropping accuracy make this one of LEGO's best efforts. It's as close as we're gonna get to the return of Model Team!”
Subtheme Analysis
Lifespan
24 mos (this set 28 mos)
Annual growth
+5.43% (this set +7.01%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Sopwith Camel currently ranks #1 out of the top most owned sets in Advanced Models Aircraft.
About Advanced Models Aircraft
The Creator Advanced Models aircraft sets focus mostly on iconic aircraft designs such as the Wright Flyer, Red Baron, Sopwith Camel as well as the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Aircraft consists of 5 sets that ran from 2001 to 2012. As of today,
10177 Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the most valuable Aircraft set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $670.
Summary
Advanced Models Aircraft Sopwith Camel set 10226 was released on June 2, 2012, retailing for $100, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $227, used ones can be found for $146.
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Recreate your very own piece of aviation history with the historic Sopwith Camel. This detailed replica of one of the most recognizable British single-seat biplanes ever to have graced the skies. Features include a realistic rotating propeller and engine cylinders, hinged tail rudder, realistic tension wires, functioning wing ailerons and tail flaps that can be controlled from the cockpit - just like the real plane!
The detail doesn't stop there; this authentic model has over 880 bricks, including rare dark green, dark tan and metallic silver elements. Features include a rotating propeller and engine cylinders, hinged tail rudder, functioning wing ailerons and tail flaps that can be controlled from the cockpit Includes rare dark green, dark tan and metallic silver elements Recreate a piece of aviation history! Turn the propellers and see the cylinders rotate!
Model measures over 15" (40cm) long and has a wingspan of over 19" (50cm).
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