{"product_id":"moc-238705-5-classic-engine-layout-models-building-blocks","title":"MOC-238705 5 Classic Engine Layout Models Building Blocks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore five compact mechanical engine designs with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMOC-238705 5 Classic Engine Layout Models Building Blocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Designed and authorized by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNico71\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e329-piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e collection brings together five different simulated engine configurations inspired by Honda, Nissan, Cummins, CAT, and Citroën powertrains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach engine is designed as a compact, functional module with moving pistons and a working crankshaft layout. 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