Meccano Manuals
Post 1981 Meccano Manuals
Part 1 - 1982 to 1998
Details and Downloads of the Manuals
This section covers the instruction manuals/leaflets for Meccano sets from 1982 to 1998
Note - Electric motor leaflets for this era are available on the Post War Electric Motors page here.
Note - Power Tool leaflets for this era are available here.
Scans of missing manuals would be much appreciated.
1981/2 (inherited from Meccano Ltd (UK) after its demise
The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6010 - Rocket Base (086010).
(Added 07/06/2023)
The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6011 - Lunar Chariot (086011).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6012 - Dune Buggies (086012).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6013 - Tractor (086013).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6014 - Cement Mixer (086014).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6015 - Breakdown Truck (086015).
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The instructions printed on the UK box for the Action Model set 6110 - Star Patrol (086110).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6110 - Star Patrol (086110).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6111 - Stock Car (086111).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6112 - Dragster (086112).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6113 - Formula Racer (086113).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6114 - Farm Set (086114).
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The instructions printed on the UK box for the Action Model set 6115 - Dump Truck (086115).
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The instructions printed on the UK box for the Action Model set 6200 - Lunar Warrior (086200).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6201 - Cosmic Raider (086201).
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The instructions printed on the UK box for the Action Model set 6202 - Crater Chaser (086202).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6202 - Crater Chaser (086202).<
(Added 07/06/2023)
The instructions printed on the UK box for the Action Model set 6203 - Container Lorry (086203).
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The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6203 - Container Lorry (086203).
(Added 07/06/2023)
For set 6203
The cardboard load for the Action Model set 6203 - Container Lorry (086203).
(Added 24/09/2022)
The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6204 - Road Grader (086204).
(Added 07/06/2023)
The instructions printed on the French box for the Action Model set 6205 - Prairie Train (086205).
(Added 07/06/2023)
Instructions on how to build with 'Today's Meccano. Undated, but thought to date from around 1982/3
(Added 24/09/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the Grand Prix set 6300 - undated (086300).
(Added 07/06/2020)
1983 to 1986
1986 to 1995
Sets 2 to 4 were superseded in 1987, sets 5 and 6 in 1991. Sets 7 to 10 were withdrawn in 1992. The Mechanisms set lasted until 1995
The Introduction Book for this range of sets. Included set contents and an illustrated parts list. It included the model instructions for set 2 (the smallest set). Print ref 000 000 104236.
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The multilingual instruction manual for 1986 set 3. Print ref 00 0000 104 184.
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The multilingual instruction manual for 1986 set 4. Print ref 00 0000 104 185.
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The multilingual instruction manual for 1986 set 6. Print ref 0000 104 187.
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The multilingual instruction manual for 1986 set 7. Print ref 0000 104 188.
(Added 15/05/2021)
The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.1 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.2 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.3 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.4 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.5 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.6 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.7 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.8 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.9 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.10 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.11 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.12 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.13 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.14 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.15 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.16 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.17 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.18 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.19 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.20 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.21 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.22 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.23 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.24 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.25 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.26 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.27 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.28 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.29 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
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The English only instruction leaflet for 1986 set 10, Model 10.30 dated 1986. No Print Ref.
(Added 07/06/2020)
1987 to 1989 sets 1 - 4
The initial Introduction book for the 1987 range of sets (included instructions for the previous range set 2). Included set contents and an illustrated parts list. Print ref 20.57.96.16.
(Added 07/06/2020)
1989 to 1991 sets 1 - 4
1990 to 1995 'Starter' range of sets
There were several printing of these instruction leaflets. The first printing had no date or set contents. Later printing had dates and set contents were added in either the 12/90 printing or later. Scan of all the printings not shown here would be appreciated
The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 101 (Dump Truck), dated 12/1990. No set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 102 (Mechanical Digger), dated 12/1990. No set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 103 (Bulldozer). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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Instruction leaflet for the Starter set 104 (Motor Scraper). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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Instruction leaflet for the Starter set 105 (Lorry Mounted Crane) No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 106 (Road Leveller), dated 12/1990. Includes set contents. No Print Ref.
(Added 07/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 201 (Tractor). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 201 (Tractor), dated 12/1990. No set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 202 (Trailer and Sprayer). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 203 (Plough and Roller). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 204 (Combine Harvester). No date or set contents shown. No Print Ref.
(Added 27/10/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 301 (Breakdown Vehicle), dated 12/1990. Includes set contents. No Print Ref.
(Added 07/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the Starter set 302 (Rescue Helicopter), dated 12/1990. Includes set contents. No Print Ref.
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Instruction leaflet for the Starter set 303 (Motorized Water Cannon), dated 06/1994. Includes set contents. No Print Ref.
(Added 08/10/2021)
Instruction leaflets for the Starter set 501 (Sky Hunter), dated 12/1992. Includes set contents. Print ref 033501 104 501AB.
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Instruction leaflets for the Starter set 502 (Space Warrior), dated 12/1992. Includes set contents. Print ref 033502 104 502AB.
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Instruction leaflets for the Starter set 503 (Interceptor), dated 12/1992. Includes set contents. Print ref 033503 104 503AB.
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1991 to 1996 Main Sets
In 1992 the motor and battery case were changed to include a reversing switch on the battery case..
The Introduction leaflet for 1991 is awaited.
An Introduction leaflet, undated (with switch on the battery holder, so sometime between 1992 and 1996). Print ref 000000104400.
Languages English, French, Dutch, German, Italian, Portuguese and Japanese.
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The 1993 Introduction leaflet, dated 01/1993. Print ref 000000 104 400 A.
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Finish and Danish.
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The 1993 Introduction leaflet, dated 01/1993. Print ref 000000 104 400 B.
Languages English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Greek and Japanese.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 1, dated 01/1993. Print ref 000000 104 401 AB.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 2, dated 02/1993. Print ref 000000 104 402 AB.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 3, dated 02/1993. Print ref 000000 104 403 AB.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 4, dated 02/1993. Print ref 000000 104 404 AB.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 5, dated 02/1993. Print ref 000000 104 405 AB.
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The 1993 instruction manual for set 6, dated 01/1993. Print ref 000000 104 406 AB.
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Same as the normal set 3, but with the addition of four shock absorbers. Print ref 03 8403 104 101.
This manual is very different from the others in the series, encompassing Outfits 1, 2 & 3 as well as five models featuring the shock absorbers introduced with the Dynamic series. This outfit was only available in the USA under the Erector brand for one year in 1995
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1993 to 1997 'Dynamic' sets
The 1993 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4015 - Motorbikes, undated. Print ref 03 4015 104 015 AB.
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The 1995 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4016 - Motorbikes, dated 11/1994. Print ref 03 4016 104 001.
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The 1993 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4033 - Aircraft, undated. Print ref 03 4033 104 033 AB.
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The 1995 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4034 - Aircraft, date 11/1994. Print ref 03 4034 104 001.
(Added 03/05/2021)
The 1993 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4036 - Racing Cars, undated. Print ref 03 4036 104 036 AB.
(Added 07/06/2020)
The 1995 instruction manual for Dynamic set 4037 - Racing Cars, date 11/1994. Print ref 03 4037 104 001.
(Added 03/05/2021)
1994 Erector Special
1995 to 1998 'Collection' sets
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2101 - Helicopter. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2102 - Scout Plane. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2103 - Biplane. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2104 - Survey Plane. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2105 - Microlite. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2106 - Sky Hunter. No date or print ref.
(Added 13/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2201 - Dragster. No date or print ref.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2202 - Formula One. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2203 - Indy Car. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2204 - Go Kart. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2205 - Stock Kart. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2207 - Sand Buggy. No date or print ref.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2301 - Trial Bike. No date or print ref.
(Added 07/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2302 - Chopper Bike. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2303 - Dune Buggy. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2304 - Cyclo. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2305 - Trike. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2401 - Snow Plough. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2403 - Farm Tractor. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2404 - Lift & Haul. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2405 - Crusher. No date or print ref.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2501 - 4X4 Buggy. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2502 - Fire Engine. No date or print ref.
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The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2503 - Breakdown Truck. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 2504 - Quad. No date or print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the three model set 2920 - Cloud Masters, dated 10/1995. Print ref 032920 104 001.
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The instruction leaflet for the three model set 2930 - Big Wheels, dated 10/1995. Print ref 032930 104 001.
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The instruction leaflet for the three model set 2940 - Wind Riders, dated 10/1995. Print ref 032940 104 001.
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The instruction leaflet for the three model set 2950 - Cool Cruisers, dated 10/1995. Print ref 032950 104 001.
(Added 07/06/2020)
1995 Promotional 'Collection' series sets - 'Mecca Kit'
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 9622 (499622) - Dragster. No print ref.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction leaflet for the single model set 9623 (499623) - F1 Car, dated 04/1996. No print ref.
(Added 21/06/2020)
1995 to 1998 'Master Builder' sets
1994
The 1995 instruction manual book 1 for set 7064 - Master Builder, dated 10/1994. Print ref 03 7064 104 001.
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1994
The 1995 instruction manual book 2 for set 7064 - Master Builder, dated 10/1994. Print ref 03 7064 104 002.
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1996 to 1998 'Action Control' sets
1996 to 1998 'Evolution' sets
The 'How to Build' instructions for the 1996 Evolution range of sets, dated 11/1995. Print ref 03 5555 104 001.
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The instruction manual for Evolution set 1, dated 11/1995. Print ref 03 0501 104 001.
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The instruction manual for Evolution set 2, dated 11/1995. Print ref 03 0502 104 001.
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The instruction manual for Evolution set 3, dated 11/1995. Print ref 03 0503 104 001.
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The instruction manual for Evolution set 4, dated 05/1996. Print ref 03 0504 104 001.
(Added 07/06/2020)
In around 1996/7 the German technical training company 'Technik LPE' marketed some of the Evolution sets under their own name
The 'How to Build' instructions for the Technik LPE range of sets, dated 11/1996. Print ref 03 5555 104 001.
(Added 24/09/2022)
The instructions for a Technik LPE set. Model pages are the same as the Evolution set No.1. No print ref.
(Added 24/09/2022)
1997 to 1999 'Mission the Universe' sets
The instruction manual for promotional Mission the Universe set 9751 - Lunar Vehicle, dated 06/1997. Print ref 499751 104 001.
(Added 06/05/2022)
The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4800 - XR Shuttle, dated 10/1997. Print ref 03 4800 104 111.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4805 - Energy Station, dated 10/1997. Print ref 03 4805 104 111.
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The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4806 - Observation Unit, dated 10/1997. Print ref 03 4806 104 111.
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The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4810 - Defender Unit, dated 04/1997. Print ref 03 4810 104 111.
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The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4820 - Meta-Cruiser, dated 04/1997. Print ref 03 4820 104 111.
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The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4830 - Detector Unit - Power Probe, dated 04/1997. Print ref 03 4830 104 111.
(Added 08/04/2021)
The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4831 - Interstellar Cargo Flyer, dated 10/1997. Print ref 03 4800 104 111.
(Added 21/06/2020)
The instruction manual for Mission the Universe set 4840 - Space X-plorer, dated 04/1997. Print ref 03 4840 104 111.
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