Znap is a theme that was produced by LEGO from 1998-1999. It is similar to K'Nex, and can be used to build objects in a frame-like way. The plastic by which the parts are made of is somewhat flexible, yet strong. The back page of the instructions on the themes sets featured a small boy sitting inside a large Formula One racing car, made from Znap. It had 19 sets over the course of its lifetime.
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Many fans believe this theme was a grand experiment by LEGO to try to compete against K'nex, which also features parts enabling the construction of large, lacy creations. They also believe that LEGO considered Znap a failure, as the range was withdrawn within a year or two. Some Znap sets were subsequently available on clearance for less than 10% off the original price. Some of them featured TECHNIC motors.
Occasionally, bridges and structures are built using Znap, integrating them into train layouts at shows. The one challenge of doing so is that different parts came in different colours, and certain key connector parts were available only in strange colours (such as purple), making uniform colour bridges difficult to construct.
Sets
- 3501 Jet-Car
- 3502 Bi-Wing
- 3503 Mini-Sonic
- 3504 Hook-Truck
- 3505 Aeroplane
- 3506 Motorbike
- 3510 Polybag
- 3520 Forklift
- 3521 Racer
- 3531 Tri-bike
- 3532 Jet-Ski
- 3551 Dino-Jet
- 3552 Hover-Sub with Motor
- 3554 Helicopter
- 3555 Jeep
- 3571 Blackmobile with Motor
- 3581 Formula Z Car in Storage Box
- 3582 Ant
- 3591 Heli-Transport