COBI M60 Patton Building Brick Set | A COBI versus LEGO comparison | Does COBI stack up to LEGO?
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Different from my regular gadget and retro-computing videos, in this video I share my build of the COBI brand building blocks M60 Patton tank. Since this is my first COBI building block set, I also compare it to my favorite line of building bricks, LEGO.
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I want to thank you for your review on Cobi sets. Even after two years, your review still holds value and remains one of the most detailed opinion pieces I have come across. I appreciate the effort you put into it. Your review, along with Dr. Jake's, has convinced me to give Cobi a try. I am glad to know from some comments here that the sprue cutoff issues you encountered are not the norm, as I was worried about that. I am also interested in the modern military theme, but unfortunately, Brickmania only ships from the US, which makes it too expensive for me as I am based in Europe. Therefore, I have decided to go for Cobi. Thank you again for your helpful review!
And I would love to know your experiences. Please come back and share. I have an M1A1 in a box that needs to be put together. I feel a follow up is in order. Thanks for the kind comment!
Fun fact: the opening flaps on some Cobi sets reveal the exact date and time the sets were manufactured
I missed that. Great "fun fact #2." Keep 'em coming!
I recently discovered Cobi and have had a blast with their WW2 models. Their F4U Corsair is truly beautiful to me and they got a M4A3E2 Jumbo coming out this year with Bastogne markings I’m super exited for. Their new King Tiger even has a removable engine and it looks snazzy.
That being said you’re right about the mold lines. As a modeler they annoy me. Though I find *a lot* of the times when I see them I can switch the brick around so the mold line doesn’t face outwards. If it really is bothering you I suggest deconstructing it a bit and seeing if you flip the piece around so the mold line is not visible. It works a lot. Not often, but it’s helps a good bit.
I will say that also Cobi models typically feel sturdier to me, but then sometimes they have tiny fidgety parts. Like if I dropped a lego Y wing it would shatter but if I dropped a Cobi Mustang the tail would pop off *but* the landing gear on the Mustang always wants to pop off, if you understand what I’m saying.
I think the only model I didn’t love to an extremely high degree was their panzer 1 Ausf A- the turret on that is uh, not well constructed. It was frustrating to get together right and stay on. Though in retrospect I think Cobi has to argue and go back and forth between build quality, and historic accuracy, so here they leaned to historic accuracy more, and I mean the Panzer 1 Is a *weird* looking tank and they nailed the look and it’s a tiny tank so they didn’t have a lot of space to work with so I find it forgivable. I guess if I had to choose accuracy or sturdiness I’d lean towards accuracy as well.
Great video overall! You were very fair and I appreciate your history and connect to it.
Awesome. Thanks for sharing your experiences with COBI. I have the M113 complete and like you suggest, tried to trim the elements so the blemishes didn't appear. Unfortunately it didn't always work. Still, plan to purchase a few more sets. They are a while lot of fun to build. Thanks for the feedback and for watching.
Jumbo is small tho
I have like 20 cobi tanks and planes and I never had a problem with them. They look amazing :D
I'm slowly becoming a fan! Thanks for sharing.
Since they are a Polish company , it looks like they don't carry any Russian military hardware. Is that correct ? I'd like a T-34
Here ya go! amzn.to/35W5rLY
And here's a smaller version: amzn.to/33dxGVw
Cobi seems to be the top brand for vehicles, ships and aircraft models made from building bricks.
To avoid the visibility of production marks on the sides of the plates just turn them inwards - and you will hardly see an open stud on a finished model, the top layer is mostly made with tiles or tiles modified... gives a great look and makes the models more accurate.
Cobi also has various models of civil cars, some youngtimers of the era of socialist countries, some actual cars and some Italian sportcars - all looking very accurate, scale 1:35, and still made from building bricks!
You have too look twice to believe it!
It can be said that Cobi models are better than Lego and they are not so costly, besides the fact that Lego doesn’t produce any military models: You make the better deal with Cobi models.
I did the same thing!! turned them the other way
Glad we have folks watching to square us away!
few of my favorite stuff is here: Military stuff, Building blocks and cute doggos!
Then, we have a lot on common! Thanks for watching.
The funny part about that set is the officer is Kilgore from Apocalypse now! They like to sneak famous profiles in sets, even had Rambo! But as a Lego fan (Bionicle was the jam) I think Cobi serves the market they won’t touch which is real life defense vehicles and I admire that balance and harmony! Still never stopped buying Lego sets!
I was not aware of that! Thanks for sharing. Have an M1 to put together. Will have to check out the little action figures.
If you want a really fun/challenging build try the Cobi USS Missouri or the Bismark- both 2500ish parts, almost 3 feet long- they are AWESOME
Once I get through the tank series, I'll have to give one of those a try. Thanks for the suggestion.
Hey RetroCombs! I am really glad that you like a product from my country :) We are really proud of Cobi.
Cobi has parts which Lego doesn't have, you are right. It even happened, that Lego copied parts from Cobi recently.
All the best!
Oh, interesting. Which part did they copy most recently? I'm planning another COBI video for the M1A1.
@@retroCombs They copied a few plate bricks and the chains of the tanks, I would have to check for the exact names.
I would also suggest the Cobi set 2568, a German Panther that was conquered during the Warsaw Uprising. If you like ships there or aircraft carriers, the largest set is the Graf Zeppelin.
Awesome. Thanks. I've only purchased sets where I've actually operated the real version (M60, M113, and M1) but may branch out and grab a few historic models.
I’ve been a LEGO purist since forever, but I am softening lately. LEGO is still #1 in quality, but the gap is smaller than when I was a kid.
Agree. I'll always be loyal to LEGO and see them as the premier building brick provider, but there are some themes and brands they simply won't add.
I have some Cobi tanks, and the mini figures are supposed to be sticking out like in the movies when the people are putting their head out of the hatch
Just remove their legs and shove the torso in the hatch!
Hey I wanted to throw a mention at you since I thought you’d appreciate it. Cobi has a new 1:12 scale Replica of Tiger 131 (the last surviving one). It has a completely finished interior engine, transmission, main gun, everything. It’s pricy so maybe not something you wanna get but the absolute level of detail of it is astonishing and I pray they get good reception on it and do others.
Thanks for the heads up. I found it at Amazon: amzn.to/45gvyqa and whoa. It is pricey. But looks amazing.
@@retroCombs yeah that’s the one! Kinda feels like they’re taking a page from Lego and this is there version of a UCS set. But this one is incredibly detailed. I watched a video break down of it. Even the MG gun has appropriate action and lever movement. I doubt I’ll collect many of them but I’m going for at least this one, and hoping they swing a sherman at some point. I love that they have this option. Some users said it’s about a 20-35 hour build and that just seemed like a dream to me. Is there a version you’d like to see with this treatment?
@jolunrohthocoudis526 Yes, M60A3, but that's because that was my first but like you the Sherman would be up there. I might try and reach out to COBI and see if they have a content creator program. 😉
You should check out Brickmania they have really cool military sets and they use real Lego pieces just with their own prints on them. The sets are pricey, but they’re very high-quality.
I will. Thanks for the tip!
I love Cobi. I have so many models. I especially love their cute little figures, and the detail on the weapons. Their new sets are fantastic with more detail.
I need to check out a newer set. I've noticed that myself with the M1 model. I have an older one that I put together during a live stream and noted that the upgrade looks better.
I love COBI, I have like 20 sets and have just finished HMS hood and Prinz Eugen. I recommend the king tiger tank, it was fun to build
Lots of folks have recommended the Tiger. May have to get one someday.
13:12 I only have two COBI sets so far but from my personal experiences and from what I’ve heard and read up on before buying my first set to make sure it was good quality, this is a relatively rare issue, but still disappointing that it’s even an issue at all. But COBI is still great from what I’ve seen and I have about 6 more sets coming for Christmas if I remember correctly 😅
I have another model I plan to out together over the holiday. Might Livestream that build.
I also never seen that in one of my cobi sets. I guess you got a bad luck set. Also never had a missing piece
Missing piece is bound to happen at some point, but it is rare with LEGO and assume COBI.
@@retroCombs yeah although i never had one with Cobi and LEGO in my experience
As I buy the sets as toys for both me & my sons, I noticed one thing that COBI lacks - the minifigs cant really sit properly. I assume this is due to the protections that LEGO has on their minifig design, but LEGO minifigs can sit in LEGO chairs and not fall off no matter what you do. Sadly, Cobi did not find a good solution to that, so even if model has a place for the figure to sit in, it will not really remain attached. This is small problem for an adult, that handles the toy delicately, but for my sons this is an issue as the figurines keep falling out. At least in the fighter planes the figure cannot really fall out (cause the windshield blocks it) but it still can start rattling inside while dogfighting :)
I still buy them tho. Those are some great sets, and whatever imperfections they might have they do not have competition in the niche they are in.
They definitely have work to do on their "action figures." I'm also not a fan of their design. A little creepy since they made them somewhere between mini-fig and anatomically correct proportions. Honestly though, I'm into these because of the model and not the figures. Great comments and thanks for watching. I have one more build coming in the next month that you might enjoy.
Just as a heads up, the star insignia is upside down on both sides.
I love Cobi, have been collecting for roughly a year and a half now, and honestly I can't stop. Thanks for making this video!
Great catch! Thanks for letting me know.
Interesting. Had not one of those problems you encountered ever in one of my many cobi sets.
Cobi is Licensing their Sets if needed.
Which problem are you referring to?
@@retroCombs the broken stud and the wierd tile. Seems like you unfortunately had bad luck
Ah, yes. Those. It has been awhile since I assembled this one. Agree. Just bad luck but still a fun model.
They should make the M60a2 starship
Agreed. It would make an interesting variation with some cool external additions.
@@retroCombs and maybe an update to the normal m60
Of course we could make these additions ourselves with some spare bricks.
oh i have many models from lego with those white specks
I'd like to see those. I just looked at a few of mine and none of them have white specs. Let me know which models you've seen them on. Thanks for sharing!
@@retroCombs i have yes but i can understand why. Some old models from mine have those specks
I'll take a look at some of my older stock. I have several kits from the 80s.
The mistake is ok but i have to mke the joke,
Ah yes my favorite mbt the m60 abrams
I'm partial to the M60 as well and especially the A3 variant.
COBI used to use stickers but they starting phasing out and stopped entirely. But a few of their older sets from just 1 or two years ago obviously used stickers. This is kinda disappointing as I got a sopwith camel set a few days ago. I was aware it had stickers and I despised them when I ordered it but thought I could still try my best and manage. I could not. I tried the best I could with the stickers but still messed up with the symbols on the top wing, especially on the right one where I accidentally ripped it upon taking it off the pad as COBI stickers are really thin. Also I just put on the side stripes only a few hours ago as a forgot to put them on the set when I built it, and one of the stripes is already starting to flake off! What a mess. Thankfully it still looks good from a distance and I won’t be seeing the top symbols much from the angle I’m sitting at whilst at my desk, and the stripes are small and the mistake is invisible from just a little bit away, but still a bit frustrating knowing it’s there. Also COBI is constantly remaking sets to improve them so if there is a set you really want but it has stickers, COBI might just make a new and improved version with no stickers, more accurate scale, and better detail
Wow, similar experience with LEGO stickers and why to this day, I despise them. Glad to know I'm not the only one with sticker issues! 😂
@@retroCombs em,im sorry but it is m60 patton not a abrams
Yes, I've been made well aware in the comments that I said the wrong thing. 🤦🏻😂
@@retroCombs oh sorry didnt see that
No apologies necessary. I deserve it being an old tanker. 😀
Cobi once partnered with Wargaming to create sets based on World of Tanks,
Fun fact: Lego hates Wargaming
Not a surprise. LEGO has shied away from military models but embraces Star Wars; which includes military weapons. It's an interesting balance for sure.
Cobi has not followed the industry leader with those paper bags lol
Net yet, but maybe later. We'll keep an eye on them.
@@retroCombs yup
Well cobi does have other tank models you can put the mini figs in which is nice
Have the M1 sitting on my desk in a box just waiting to put together. Need to do that soon.
@@retroCombs can’t wait to see
I'll try and move it up on the priority list.
@@retroCombs ok good to hear
Lol m60 abrams
Nice video
Wait, where do I say this? I'm sure I did because I kept saying it during filming but thought I got them all out of there in edits. Abrams COBI build is next and the M1A1 was the last REAL tank I exited. That's my excuse and sticking to it! Thanks for pointing it out and watching!
@@retroCombs 1:22 to 1:24
There it is. Thanks for posting the time codes. Not sure how my brain decided that was cool. 😂
For me, Cobi is my favorite company. It makes so many good products for a cheap price. The products look very accurate and are mostly stable. (It varys witch model you purchase) it always comes out with better and better products. My favorite is the f18 super hornet
LEGO will remain my favorite, but COBI will give me models LEGO won't. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@retroCombs true. I like cobi because It gives military models that lego doesn't. Liked the video to!
Thanks and glad you liked the video. Might do a shorter one for the M113 build.
@@retroCombs if you do make a video on it. I'd watch it!
@@retroCombs I love cobi very much and I got the Tiger AUSF E Graphite
Finally, is this set m60 Abrams or m60 Patton? I am confused
It's of course the Patton, as listed in the title of the video. The Abrams is the M1 and it's variants.
@@retroCombs oh okay, i am not best at english
No worries. I evidently misquoted in the video and didn't mean to confuse people. Thanks for the comment!
Cobi set is cool 👍
Yes, it is. Have another one I'll be putting together soon.
Let me ask you this? Are all phones called clones? Are all action figures copies?
Nope, but all building brick systems that use LEGO compatible bricks are! 😂
@@retroCombs crazy
Greetings from Poland :) I own COBI Concorde. Great model... but... stickers are just coming of...
I've not seen a set yet with stickers. Seems like they've moved away from them.
@@retroCombs well, they definitely should :) it's nice that you like polish product :) greets :)
@@retroCombs The only models from cobi that I have seen having stickers are:
- civilian planes (concorde, Boeing)
- Skoda Fabia model
- P-51 Mustang model from Top Gun series.
In general it seems, that COBI will use stickers as a last resort if the painted part has to be spread over multiple elements - for example for passenger planes its hard to paint all those windows and maintan perfect alignment, and for the Mustang the insignia on the tail would need to be spread over many small elements and would probably be hard to make a comprehensible instruction for that. When the print has to be spread over 2-3 elements, they will often come preassembled - it seems that to avoid alignment problems they pad print on pre-assembled pieces.
I only had one case of misaligned print on parts for one Wartburg - the window pieces do not align correctly, but COBI had no way to preassemble those, as they do not join directly. With that said, on other Wartburg versions (there are 6 in total I believe) that I own this issue did not happen. I assume if I reported this to Cobi I could get parts with proper pad print sent to me, did not try though.
I have around 15 cars, Concorde and 4 WWII fighter planes, so overall the one misprint is not that bad. And with the stickers, I skipped them and the models still look acceptable (since there is still a lot of pad printed elements, so lacking detail on 1 is not that serious). I noticed while comparing older models and newer ones (I tend to buy the discounted models as soon as they go out of production) that with each year the overall quality increases. I have noticed it when comparing Mitsubishi Zero models - the most recent ones look considerably better than the ones that were sold few years ago.
Outstanding info from a fan much more vested than I am in COBI. Thanks for sharing and I too just simply forgot stickers. Has never been an issue.
About Cobi figures they dont have a official name but in a old Cobi video game they were called the "Cobians"
I just learned two things: Cobians and Cobi had a video game. Was it any good?
@@retroCombs Its a lost media but from what people managed to dig up it was pretty meh for its times a typical promotional game
Yeah, I couldn't have imagined it would be great.
M60 abrams?
Yes, I mistakenly mixed up tanks! 🤦🏻
@@retroCombs nah it is fine I love the patton I got 4 of those cobi models and my name is m60 patton
Ah, yesl You would be protective of the name. 🤣 Thanks for commenting.
@@retroCombs If you buy M1 Abrams from COBI you might be able to make a M60 - Abrams hybrid by attaching the turret from one to the other :D
Cobi is great bricks from ww2
I've seen a few WW2 models I might add to my collection. Still have an M1A1 in a box I need to put together.
M60 Abrams mbt lol
1:48 it's a patton not a abram
Yep, you and several others caught my gaffe. Thanks for watching.
@@retroCombs I like you reaction videos from cobi
@@KILLER-qf9jn I'll be putting the Abrams together during an upcoming Livestream. Make sure to subscribe and activate alerts if you want to watch.
U said ambrams 5 times
I know! Oh, well what's a TH-camr to do? 😂 Hopefully I won't make the same mistake when I build the M1.
M60 Abrams? A what now
Yeah, yeah. I messed that up and I think you are the 100th person to bring that to my attention. 🤦🏻😂
@@retroCombs what's my prize
Karl Gerät / Pzkfz 6...
Not sure what this means but thanks for the comment! :)
@@retroCombs he's suggesting higher end Cobi models, WWII vehicles. The Karl Gerat is a massive superheavy mine launcher of the Nazis, cobi's model is about 100€. The Pzkfz VI is the nazi Tiger, Cobi's ones are well made. I would suggest this year's Maus set, which comes with interior. It's yet another nazi superheavy vehicle, a very impressive model.
@@XenonLxx Thanks for clarification! I'm going to look into these. I still have an M1A1 I need to put together. Likely will have a video with that one too.
@@XenonLxx Is this the one you are talking about: amzn.to/3OVLhmi
Looks fabulous, but a bit pricey.
@@retroCombs yeah, that one. It's a limited edition so they upped the price a small bit, but even the regular edition without interior (should be revealed in the future) will probably be quite expensive, it is a lot of tank afterall.
polskie
Cobi has an Abrams tank, but this isn’t it
Yep, well aware I made a small error: as many commenters have shared.
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@@retroCombsit’s all good 👍👍👍 great video 🤟
Calls him self a what was it? Army officer? Yet he puts M-60 and Abrams like it's one tank
You are way late to the game. We've already covered this simple mistake. And yes, I earned my commission instead of stealing one from a Star Trek character. Are you having a bad day because there really wasn't a reason to point out the error in this manner. Other folks were much more graceful. Hope it gets better for you. The holidays are just around the corner.
I love Lego but the mini figs are trash. I want a figure I can actually see as a person not a Roblox character.
Mini Fig designs are a staple of the LEGO brand. They do have more accurate characters with their Friends line, but I don't ever see a time where the Mini Fig is replaced. That's part of their brand appeal.