COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511)

The COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511) is a high quality, made in Europe, brick set that is fully compatible with LEGO. The COBI 1962 Citroen features unique assortment of parts and easy to read detailed instructions in english. Regardless if you are an experienced brick collector or new to military bricks, COBI bricks will become your go to for highly detailed display and play military and historical bricks.

The COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW (24511)parts are all pad printed so no messy decals are necessary. Just make sure you place the marked parts in the appropriate place per the detailed COBI instruction booklet so that the desired appearance is achieved.

How many parts does the COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511) have?

The COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511) has 82 parts

How many mini figures come with he Citroen 2CW?

There are no Mini figs in the COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ

How do COBI bricks compare with LEGO?

COBI bricks are fully compatible with LEGO Bricks and are made from the same high quality EU made resins. The main difference you will notice is that COBI bricks feature many unique parts that are specifically made to make their military brick sets as realistic as possible. This means there are many smooth top pieces and parts that are made specifically for each set.

Additionally, COBI bricks feature many more parts per set due to their layered approach to building sets. You can learn more about the similarities and differences between COBI and LEGO here.

How Long is the COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511)

The Set is 4.3″ inches long

How Wide is the COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW

The set is 1.8″ inches wide

How tall is 24511

The set is 1.8″ inches tall

Both adults and brick collectors of all ages will get hours of enjoyment from this COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511).  Whether you are buying to display or play, Cobi Military Brick sets will not disappoint.

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1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ History:

In 1960 the production of the 375 cc engine ended. In the front fenders rectangular turn signals were integrated on some export models. The corrugated metal bonnet was replaced by a five-rib glossy cover. Simultaneously, the grille was slightly modified (flatter shape with a curved top edge).

The 2 CV 4 × 4 2CV Sahara appeared in December 1960. This had an additional engine-transmission unit in the rear, mounted the other way around and driving the rear wheels. For the second engine there was a separate push-button starter and choke. With a gearstick between the front seats, both transmissions were operated simultaneously. For the two engines, there were separate petrol tanks under the front seats. The filler neck sat in the front doors. Both engines (and hence axles) could be operated independently. The spare wheel was mounted on the bonnet. The car had ample off-road capability, but at twice the price of the standard 2CV. 694 were produced until 1968 and one more in 1971. Many were used by the Swiss Post as a delivery vehicle. Today they are highly collectible.

In 1960 the corrugated Citroën H Van style “ripple bonnet” of convex swages was replaced (except for the Sahara), with one using six larger concave swages and looked similar until the end of production. The 2CV had suicide doors in front from 1948 to 1964, replaced with front hinged doors from 1965 to 1990.

In 1961 Citroën launched a new model based on the 2CV chassis, with a four-door sedan body, and a reverse rake rear window: the Citroën Ami. In 1962 the engine power was increased to 14 hp (10.4 kW) and top speed to 85 km/h (53 mph). A sunroof was installed. In 1963 the engine power was increased to 16 hp (11.9 kW). An electric wiper motor replaced the drive on the speedometer. The ammeter was replaced by a charging indicator light. The speedometer was moved from the window frame into the dash. Instead of a dipstick/measuring rod, a fuel gauge was introduced.

Director of publicity Claude Puech came up with humorous and inventive marketing campaigns. Robert Delpire of the Delpire Agency was responsible for the brochures.  Ad copy came from Jacques Wolgensinger Director of PR at Citroën.  Wolgensinger was responsible for the youth orientated “Raids”, 2CV Cross, rallies, the use of “Tin-Tin”, and the slogan “More than just a car—a way of life”.  A range of colours was introduced, starting with Glacier Blue in 1959, then yellow in 1960. In the 1960s 2CV production caught up with demand. In 1966 the 2CV got a third side window, This window made them look slightly bigger in size. In February 1965 Citroën Belgium introduced the 3CV AZAM6 which featured the 602 cc, 23 PS (16.9 kW; 22.7 hp) Ami6 engine and the Ami’s improved chassis. This version was manufactured until October 1967 and was also exported to certain continental markets although it was never offered in France.

In 1967, Citroën launched the new Dyane model, a direct derivative, based on the 2CV chassis, with an updated but similar, utilitarian body, distinguished by a hatchback that boosted practicality; (a hatchback kit was available from Citroën dealers for the 2CV, and aftermarket kits were available). This was in response to competition by the Renault 4. The exterior is more modern and distinguished by the integrated lights in the wings and bodywork. Between 1967 and 1983, about 1.4 million Dyanes were built. The Dyane was a more sophisticated 2CV, and originally planned to supersede it, but 2CV production continued by its side, and ultimately the 2CV outlived the Dyane by seven years. Citroën also developed the Méhari off-roader.

From 1965, the car was offered in some countries, at extra cost, with the flat-2 engine size increased to 602 cc (36.7 cu in), although for many years the smaller 425 cc (25.9 cu in) engine continued to be available in France and export markets where engine size determined car tax levels. This was replaced by an updated 435 cc (26.5 cu in) engine in February 1970

Find more about the real  1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ  that inspired the COBI 1962 Citroen 2CW Type AZ (24511) Here at Wikipedia.

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