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Database of Metal Constructions Systems
Alongside his Other Systems Newsletter (OSN) Tony Knowles has produced a database of all known Metal Constructional Systems and their most important parameters. By his kind permission, his database is now also available on this website. You can search this database using a number of different parameters as shown below. Note that more than one parameter can be selected at the same time.
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[100] [ART] [BAY] [BOY] [CAM] [CON] [COS] [DER] [EIF] [ERE] [FAL] [GIO] [ID] [JOL] [KOM] [KON] [LE ] [MAK] [MEC] [MEC] [MET] [MET] [MIN] [MUS] [NEV] [PIO] [QUI] [SEL] [STA] [TAK] [TEK] [TRI] [WAL]
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [16]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm (probably)
Hole pitch <12.7mm (probably)
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
1950s (some significant doubt)
1950s (some significant doubt)
Material
Metal
Metal
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1 (see comment *1)
4.1 (see comment *1)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.8
3.8
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Set 1 Tekhnik lid is orange with an 'exploded' Tractor on it; Set 2 Mekhanik lid is green with a Lathe. Parts are black with some like KONSTRUKTOR-MEKHANIK [2]. Gray flexible plastic wheels. Axles are force fit in bosses. *1 4.4mm in plastic parts
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [17]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
as EITECH/CONSTRUCTION
as EITECH/CONSTRUCTION
Country
Ukraine (see comment *1)
Ukraine (see comment *1)
Dates
known in 2003
known in 2003
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
*1'German/Ukrainian production'. Most likely repacked Eitech CONSTRUCTION [1] parts or made under Eitech licence.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [18]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
Material
Metal
Metal
Thread
M4 (probably)
M4 (probably)
Boss Type
push fit
push fit
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
11 (more than)
11 (more than)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (probably)
10.0 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0 (probably)
4.0 (probably)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Bright plated
Bright plated
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Bright Strips, Plates, & black plastic Road Wheels.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [19]
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Ukraine (see comment *1)
Ukraine (see comment *1)
Dates
in production in 2003 and continuing
in production in 2003 and continuing
Material
Steel / Plastic
Steel / Plastic
Thread
M4 (probably)
M4 (probably)
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (probably)
10.0 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Mechanical & military sets but not sure they are by same maker. Bright parts with some like CONSTRUCTION; red Road Wheels & green Tyres. *1 Both have a 'Ukrainian' 'I' in their names.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [20]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
known in 2007
known in 2007
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
not tapped
not tapped
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
31
31
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: tapered cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: tapered cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Many similarities to KONSTRUKTOR VOENNAYA TEKHNIKA & KONSTRUKTOR Known 115 but 3 sets in series. Sets 1-3 have Scooter, unusual Mobile Crane, & Helicopter on their colourful sleeves.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [21]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
as EITECH/CONSTRUCTION
as EITECH/CONSTRUCTION
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
48
48
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.3
4.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Iridescent finish
Steel with a Iridescent finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.6
6.6
Comments
Most parts like CONSTRUCTION [1]. Only set known has 2A & KONSTRUKTOR [6] logo on lid & manual cover. Expanded foam case has green label with small Ship on very wavy sea.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [22]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm (probably)
Hole pitch <12.7mm (probably)
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
early 1950s to late 1970s (see comment *1)
early 1950s to late 1970s (see comment *1)
Material
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
51
51
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.25 (see comment *2)
4.25 (see comment *2)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.1
7.1
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.1
6.1
Comments
Yellow lid with Swing on it, & 'Bolt' logo as on some KONSTRUKTOR-MEHANIK [2] lids. Parts also look similar to KONSTRUKTOR-MEHANIK [2]. Holes in the flexible plastic wheels is 3.9mm. Axles are a force fit in them. *1 At least, maybe longer. *2 Average, varies from 4.2-4.3mm
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [23]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm (some significant doubt)
Hole pitch <12.7mm (some significant doubt)
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
Material
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.0
12.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4
4
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Manual models are from 1960'S MECCANO, also parts but tho hole pitch given as 12mm. Very similar to YUNOST' but its hole pitch is 12.7.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTOR [24]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
19
19
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
7.0
7.0
Comments
Data from #2 set with nickeled parts as KONSTRUKTOR UNIVERSAL'NYI, & by same maker (JC logo on lid). Lid has just the logo & KONSTRUKTOR in very large letters.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUKTØR
Maker
System Type
Not enough data to classify
Not enough data to classify
Country
Denmark (probably)
Denmark (probably)
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Name only.
SYSTEM NAME : KONSTRUX
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
circa 1946 to 1950
circa 1946 to 1950
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
34 (see comment *1)
34 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.0
12.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
8(some significant doubt)
8(some significant doubt)
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Long slots in many parts, usually rectangular. *1 In smallest set, but at least 10 more.
SYSTEM NAME : KOPTOR
Maker
System Type
Electrical/science
Electrical/science
Country
USA
USA
Dates
known in 1924
known in 1924
Material
Metal
Metal
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Parts to make optical instruments.
SYSTEM NAME : KOSMOS
Maker
System Type
Country
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
German manufacturer: see MASCHINENBAU, TECHNICAL KID, TECHNOFIX.
SYSTEM NAME : KRAN PODËMNYI (КРАН ПОД)
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
1970s (some significant doubt) to 1980s (some significant doubt)
1970s (some significant doubt) to 1980s (some significant doubt)
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
25 (see comment *1)
25 (see comment *1)
No. of Parts in System
47
47
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.5
4.5
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.5 (see comment *2)
3.5 (see comment *2)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
(see comment *3)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
(see comment *3)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.8
6.8
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.8(see comment *4)
6.8(see comment *4)
Comments
ПОДЪЁМНЫЙ . See also KONSTRUKTOR-MEKHANIK [1]. Special Braced Girders, some tapering, & other special parts, including castings (zinc?), for Crane shown. *1 Mod.1. *2 On long Bolt. *3*4 Some long Bolts hex nut and slotted cheesehead bolt 6.7.
SYSTEM NAME : KRÜGER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences (some significant doubt)
Meccano principle but sig. differences (some significant doubt)
Country
Germany (see comment *1)
Germany (see comment *1)
Dates
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
18 (see comment *2)
18 (see comment *2)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
One set with alloy parts in 2 layers including 5x11h Flanged Plate with centre 3*7 cutout; 7 holes Flanged Sector Plate with end flanges; 17t flat Gear; 10 holes Slotted Strip with 2 centre blank 'holes'. *1 Possibly DDR. *2 At least.
SYSTEM NAME : KUKO
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
late 1950s
late 1950s
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Photo of lid shows a boy playing with a Crane which has conventional, & possibly some special parts. Also a small Lorry.
SYSTEM NAME : KWIK BUILDER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
Belgium
Belgium
Dates
circa 1950 (some significant doubt) (see comment *1)
circa 1950 (some significant doubt) (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W (see comment *2)
5/32W (see comment *2)
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
26 (approximately)
26 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
13.0 (see comment *3)
13.0 (see comment *3)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
5.0
5.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.5
4.5
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Brass finish
Steel with a Brass finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
8.0
8.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
7.0
7.0
Comments
Parts (as MECANIC [8]) include Plates (2x2 - 3x9h) with square corners. *148-51 rep'd. *2Some sets had M4 with Bolt Head Diameter 6.9. *312.7 also reported - an error or were there 2 phases? compare with MERCATOR.
SYSTEM NAME : KW Metallbaukasten
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany (see comment *1)
Germany (see comment *1)
Dates
1947 to known in 1948
1947 to known in 1948
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M3
M3
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
19
19
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.5
12.5
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.2 (mean)
3.2 (mean)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Small range of plain steel parts including 3-15h Strips, 5x11h Perforated Plate, & 11 holes Angle Girder with all round holes. *1 possibly Former East Germany but unlikely.
SYSTEM NAME : KÖSTER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Road vehicles and Hole pitch <12.7mm
Road vehicles and Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1948 to 1951
1948 to 1951
Material
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
2.5x.45
2.5x.45
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
55
55
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
6.0
6.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
2.8
2.8
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
2.7
2.7
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Sets with Strips, Angle Girders, etc, & special Plates for 0-gauge Loco & Goods Wagons. Other r'lway items promised & one set lid shows an elaborate Crane but neither may have been produced. *1 In Nr.80 set.
SYSTEM NAME : L'INGÉNIEUR CONSTRUCTEUR
Maker
Jouets de Paris
Jouets de Paris
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
France
France
Dates
1912 to 1914
1912 to 1914
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1 (probably)
4.1 (probably)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9 (probably)
3.9 (probably)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
First version of MÉCANIC [2], with ÉCÉPÉ between.
SYSTEM NAME : L'INGÉNIEUR FRANÇAIS
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Meccano
Meccano
System Type
as TRIX (inc MCX)
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Country
France
France
Dates
1932
1932
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
16
16
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
6.35
6.35
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
From the sets & manual pages seen appears to be identical to BRITISH MODEL BUILDER.
SYSTEM NAME : L'INGÉNIEUR WALTHER
Maker
Walther
Walther
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
France
France
Dates
circa 1908 to circa 1910
circa 1908 to circa 1910
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Name for WALTHER'S INGENIEUR in French markets, but changed to ARTS ET MÉTIERS Serie 3 after c1910.
SYSTEM NAME : L'ÉCOLE
Maker
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
France
France
Dates
known in 1964
known in 1964
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
66
66
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.1
4.1
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
MECCANO parts and a few others in a set for schools.
SYSTEM NAME : LA CONSTRUCTION MÉTALLIQUE
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Buildings
Buildings
Country
France
France
Dates
circa 1947 (see comment *1) to circa 1950 (see comment *2)
circa 1947 (see comment *1) to circa 1950 (see comment *2)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
4x.75
4x.75
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
42
42
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.5
12.5
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts:
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
The main parts were 30 Flanged Plates, from 1x2h to 3x16h, each available in 10 colours plus chrome plate. *1*2 Mid-30s reported earlier.
SYSTEM NAME : LA MECCANICA APPLICATA
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
tapped
tapped
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
50 (see comment *1)
50 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.0
12.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Same manual cover, lid label same with MOGO logo, boy with Meccano-like Crane, & boy with lathe in b'ground. Parts nickel, light & dark red & blue. Many Meccano-like, but 13 holes Strip(s), Angle Girder, brass Girder. See FAI. *1In set known.
SYSTEM NAME : LAVAZZA
Maker
Braglia
Braglia
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Promo set with BRAL in small letters on lid. 2 sets seen on Ebay in 2005. See BRAL for details.
SYSTEM NAME : LE CONSTRUCTEUR
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm and Buildings
Hole pitch >12.7mm and Buildings
Country
Belgium
Belgium
Dates
1946
1946
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
3.5x
3.5x
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
3.5x
3.5x
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
40
40
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
13.0 (see comment *1)
13.0 (see comment *1)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
9
9
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Also called LE PETIT CONSTRUCTIONEUR (but ? only on manual cover). Various special Plates including gable ends, many with slotted holes. *1 12.7 in MCS.
SYSTEM NAME : LECTROKIT
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Maker
System Type
Electrical/science
Electrical/science
Country
USA
USA
Dates
known in 1946
known in 1946
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) / Plastic
Aluminium (Alloy) / Plastic
Thread
4-40 (probably)
4-40 (probably)
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
16
16
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (multiples of value shown, including half.)
12.7 (multiples of value shown, including half.)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.6
3.6
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Bright plated finish
Steel with a Bright plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.4(some significant doubt)
6.4(some significant doubt)
Comments
Aluminium Strips with dark Insulating Plates.
SYSTEM NAME : LEDOM
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
New Zealand
New Zealand
Dates
1945 to 1949
1945 to 1949
Material
Steel / Brass
Steel / Brass
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
21 (see comment *1)
21 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
6.35 (see comment *2)
6.35 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0 (see comment *3)
4.0 (see comment *3)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.3 (see comment *4)
3.3 (see comment *4)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.3
3.3
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Also called MODEL ENGINEERING. Couplings/Clamping Brackets join Rods. *1 Set 0, Set 2 exists. *2 In Couplings. *3 In Brackets. *4 In Couplings.
SYSTEM NAME : LEICHTMETALL-KONSTRUKTIONS-BAUKASTEN
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Maker
System Type
MÄRKLIN type
MÄRKLIN type
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
1947 to 1949 (see comment *1)
1947 to 1949 (see comment *1)
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
13 (see comment *2)
13 (see comment *2)
No. of Parts in System
41
41
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
13.0
13.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.3
4.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Grey metallic finish
Steel with a Grey metallic finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
8.0(see comment *3)
8.0(see comment *3)
Bolt diameter (mm)
7.0
7.0
Comments
Basically a copy of MÄRKLIN made of aluminium, but with a hole pitch of 13mm. *1 From Print Refs, to 1952 possible. *2 Mod 2 Gear Rings. *3 Also plain aluminium Nuts.
SYSTEM NAME : LEICHTMETALL BAUKASTEN
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Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
known in 1948
known in 1948
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *1)
Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *1)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
single-tapped (some significant doubt)
single-tapped (some significant doubt)
Boss Thread
M3
M3
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
27
27
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.4 (see comment *2)
4.4 (see comment *2)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
(see comment *3)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
(see comment *3)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Data from the one unnumbered set known. Parts include 4-bay pierced Windmill Sail, Handle Crank, & hex Collar. *1 Steel bosses, Collar etc. *2 4.2-4.5. *3 Or perhaps hex nuts and slotted panhead bolts.
SYSTEM NAME : LE JEUNE INGÉNIEUR
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Maker
Merkur
Merkur
System Type
MERKUR type
MERKUR type
Country
Canada
Canada
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
The alternative name for YOUNG ENGINEER [1].
SYSTEM NAME : LE JEUNE MÉCANICIEN
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
Belgium
Belgium
Dates
1920s (some significant doubt)
1920s (some significant doubt)
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
50 (approximately)
50 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Probably the same as DER JUNGE MECHANIKER.
SYSTEM NAME : LE MÉCANO
Maker
System Type
Not enough data to classify
Not enough data to classify
Country
France
France
Dates
circa 1950
circa 1950
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
No other details.
SYSTEM NAME : LE MÉTALLO (METALLO-TECHNIC)
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
France
France
Dates
1940 to 1960s
1940 to 1960s
Material
Steel (see comment *1)
Steel (see comment *1)
Thread
3x.6
3x.6
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
3x.6
3x.6
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
24 (approximately)
24 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
20.0
20.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.1
3.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.0
3.0
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.0
3.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
5.0
5.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.6
5.6
Comments
At some point name changed to METALLO-TECHNIC. Rods & a few 16mm wide Strips joined by Clamping Plates. *1 Aluminium Pulley.
SYSTEM NAME : LEONARDO
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
known in 1946 to known in 1947
known in 1946 to known in 1947
Material
Steel (see comment *1)
Steel (see comment *1)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
39
39
No. of Parts in System
324
324
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.0
12.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.3
4.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Grey parts largely based on MECCANO in 1929 plus some MÄRKLIN Brackets. Original parts including unusual Dredger Bucket and Z-Girders. *1 Many cast Pulleys, Gears of lead based alloy.
SYSTEM NAME : LE PETIT ARTISAN DE LA MÉCANIQUE
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Belgium
Belgium
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
20
20
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.4
12.4
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.9
3.9
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Probably similar to UNIVERSAL & by same maker. One set is called Auto Militaire. Holes are square instead of round. No other details.
SYSTEM NAME : LE PETIT CAMPEUR
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
France
France
Dates
1940s (some significant doubt)
1940s (some significant doubt)
Material
Steel / Wood
Steel / Wood
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
9
9
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: wing
Bolts: mush (slotted)
Nuts: wing
Bolts: mush (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Range of models made from wooden Rods up to 48cm long, & about 1½cm diameter, joined by 2 types of steel Connector which are tightened by a Bolt with Wing Nut.
SYSTEM NAME : LE PETIT CONSTRUCTEUR
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Maker
Braglia
Braglia
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
France
France
Dates
known in 2002
known in 2002
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (probably)
12.7 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
The only known set has parts to make a small Biplane, and they look like BRAL.
SYSTEM NAME : LE PETIT CONSTRUCTEUR
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Braglia
Braglia
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
France
France
Dates
known in 2002
known in 2002
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (probably)
12.7 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
The only known set has parts to make a small Biplane, and they look like BRAL.