Pony-Ear Technique

image of the building technique
  • ID: #29
  • Added: Aug. 23, 2015
  • Last Update: Aug. 9, 2026 [5a7a78e]
  • LDraw File: Download
  • Size: 2s × 2s × 4p
  • Parts: 2
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Images from Rebrickable API
Stud Tilt: 90° Stud Shift: ½ Stud

ToPLES: Tiles or Plates Located between Enough Studs

The Unofficial LEGO Advanced Building Techniques Guide
Didier Enjary (2007-02-11, brickshelf.com)

The original pony-ear technique consists in placing a 1x2 plate vertically between the studs of a 2x4 plates. This building is used in classic official castle sets to represent ears of brick built horses.