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Build the Sopwith Camel

Experience the thrill of WWI aviation with this incredibly detailed, 879-piece Creator Expert model. A fantastic display piece for history buffs and LEGO enthusiasts alike!

🏛 Creator Expert
Set #10226

Sopwith Camel

The Sopwith Camel is a charming and historically significant LEGO Creator Expert set.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for teens and adults interested in aviation history and detailed LEGO models. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 879 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the Sopwith Camel for its accurate design and enjoyable building experience, citing the detailed engine and realistic features as highlights. Some find the color scheme a bit monotonous and wish for more play features beyond the rotating propeller.

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📝 Our Take

The Sopwith Camel is a charming and historically significant LEGO Creator Expert set. This model captures the iconic look of the British WWI fighter plane with its distinctive curves and details, making it a standout display piece.

This set is perfect for aviation enthusiasts and LEGO collectors looking for a rewarding build. The construction offers a mix of classic LEGO building and clever techniques to recreate the aircraft's unique features, resulting in a satisfying and visually appealing model.

Skip this if you prefer minifigure-scale models or sets with action features. This is primarily a static display piece; consider LEGO Ideas aircraft or Star Wars sets for more interactive play.

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🧱 Building Experience

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879
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Intricate detailing captures the Sopwith Camel's distinctive shape
  • Use of SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques for smooth surfaces
  • Realistic engine and cockpit details
  • Rotating propeller and posable control surfaces for display

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The Sopwith Camel (10226) is a retired Creator Expert set that has shown consistent appreciation in value. Its historical significance, coupled with the generally strong performance of Creator Expert models, makes it a potentially good investment. The set's relatively lower piece count compared to other Creator Expert vehicles might limit its upside, but its established popularity and increasing scarcity suggest continued value growth. However, economic downturns and shifts in collector preferences could impact its performance.

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Compared to other Creator Expert vehicles like the Volkswagen Beetle or Mini Cooper, the Sopwith Camel offers a different building experience focused on recreating the intricacies of a classic aircraft. While those sets appeal to car enthusiasts, the Sopwith Camel caters to aviation buffs and history lovers. Its smaller size might make it easier to display than larger vehicle models.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 136 unique parts • 831 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for Set 10226-1 Sticker Sheet for...
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Brick Curved 10 x 1 [Symmetric Inside Ridges] Brick Curved 10 x...
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Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
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Technic Plate 1 x 5 with Smooth Ends, 4 Studs and Centre Axle Hole Technic Plate 1 x...
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Technic Wishbone Suspension Arm 9L Technic Wishbone ...
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Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
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Technic Wedge Belt Wheel [aka Pulley] Technic Wedge Bel...
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Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Hollow Studs] Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...
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Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
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Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
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Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
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Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thick Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
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Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
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Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
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Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
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Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Left Wedge Plate 12 x ...
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Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Right Wedge Plate 12 x ...
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Brick Round Corner 4 x 4 Macaroni Wide with 3 Studs Brick Round Corne...
Part #: 48092 Metallic Silver
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
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Brick Special 1 x 2 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
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Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
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Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
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Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
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Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 2 Curved Top Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...
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Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
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Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
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Plate Special 2 x 2 with Towball Socket, Short, Flattened with Holes and Axle Hole in Center Plate Special 2 x...
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Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
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Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
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Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
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Technic Beam Frame 5 x 7 with 3 x 5 Opening Thick Technic Beam Fram...
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Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Reddish Brown
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball Technic Pin with ...
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Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 6 x 6 with Central Bottom Tube Tile 6 x 6 with C...
Part #: 6881b Dark Green
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Shock Absorber 6.5L with Soft Spring, Standard Coil [Complete Assembly] Technic Shock Abs...
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Rubber Belt Small [15mm ID] [Round Cross Section] Rubber Belt Small...
Part #: 85543 White
Technic Rubber Belt Medium [26mm ID] [Round Cross Section] Technic Rubber Be...
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Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Pins with Friction Ridges Lengthwise [Big Squared Pin Holes] Technic Pin Conne...
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Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
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Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
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Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Light Bluish Gray
Bar 3L Bar 3L
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Window 1 x 2 x 2 Castle Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
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Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
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Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
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Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Split Technic Axle and ...
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Brick Arch 1 x 6 Raised Arch Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
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Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
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Part #: 99781 Light Bluish Gray
The set features a good selection of dark green and dark tan elements, useful for creating military vehicles or natural landscapes. The metallic silver round plates add a touch of realism to the engine detailing.

🛒 Where to Buy

LEGO (UK)
✓ In Stock
£79.99
eBay
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$89.99
Walmart
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$94.99
Target
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$99.99
LEGO (US)
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$99.99
LEGO (CA)
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$129.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Green Tile 1 x 3 (63x) $3.15
Dark Tan Plate 1 x 2 (32x) $1.60
Black Plate Special 1 x 4 with Towball (18x) $3.60
Metallic Silver Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (16x) $4.00
Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick U Clip] (16x) $6.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$18.75

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Modernized version of the plane with updated weaponry
🚗 Alternate WWI-era aircraft designs
🚀 Steampunk-inspired flying machine

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What YouTubers Say

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The primary review video focuses on the historical significance of the Sopwith Camel, comparing it to the Red Baron's aircraft and detailing its combat roles in World War I. While informative, the video doesn't directly review the LEGO set itself.

What the Community Says

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BlockTalk AI Summary

The primary review video focuses on the historical significance of the Sopwith Camel, comparing it to the Red Baron's aircraft and detailing its combat roles in World War I. While informative, the video doesn't directly review the LEGO set itself.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

137
Unique Parts
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Total Pieces
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