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| Weight | 1.51 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 x 21.5 cm |
| Weight | 0.760 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 x 21.5 x 0.95 cm |
| Weight | .192 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 x 21.5 cm |
| Weight | .266 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 x 21.5 cm |
| Weight | .257 kg |
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| Dimensions | 29.5 x 21.5 cm |
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