Tamiya 70224 - Swimming Dolphin  [70224]

Learning by making is an excellent experience. Tamiya's academic Construction Series offers hobbyists the chance to make simple models that give examples of exactly how mechanisms work. This construction kit constructs a dolphin which swims under the effectiveness of the included underwater gearbox, and utilizes a float and fin-shaped rudder.

• This is a construction kit which produces a motorized dolphin model.
• Dimensions: length: 182mm, width: 100mm, height: 60mm
• Simple installation technique makes this kit accessible to a variety of many years including younger modelers.
• Energy through the underwater gearbox is fed via crank wheels toward 2-piece end fin, which flaps up and down to propel the model forward using the mind bobbing as well.
• Springy polypropylene (PP) sheet pieces recreate the dolphin's body and fins, ensuing practical smooth movement.
• Change the swimming direction by altering the fin place.
• The model features a float that is attached with a suction glass.
• Submarine mini engine requires one AAA battery (sold separately).
• Speed: 5cm/second; battery pack life: 2.5hrs (numbers are approximate).