Tamiya 71106 - Mechanical Turtle - Four Leg Crawling Type  [71106]

4-leg crawling-type Mechanical Turtle Tamiya presents the 4-leg crawling-type Mechanical Turtle as the next Robocraft Series product. Engine rotating energy is utilized in the legs via crank dishes to help make the Turtle crawl. Each couple of feet (front side and back) are molded together piece and front leg plate is connected with a ball joint that functions as a fulcrum to realistically imitate turtle crawling. Legs and body where the gearbox is mounted use transparent-colored parts, giving the turtle a funky appearance. Reverse switch can also be clear, providing you with a peek at turtle's interior mechanisms. Assembly is simple with utilization of screws and snap-lock components.

All you need included Body, legs, motor, gearbox, switch and screws are included in the kit. Installation is very simple with use of screws and snap-lock parts. Cable ends are plastic capped with cut areas pre-marked for simple wiring.

Turtle crawling movement strikingly rendered the key of movement resides within the front leg dish. This dish is connected with a ball joint that serves as a fulcrum to transform crank plate forward/backward movement to really make the turtle crawl.

Clear type switch Clear switch with green transparent components add a very good, futuristic look. Thanks to this switch, the turtle can crawl forward and backward.

Crawling the Turtle operate on flat, smooth surfaces. Avoid operating over slopes, on bumpy roadways or on long-haired carpeting.

Basic Specs

• Total size: 166mm
• Total weight: 95g (w/ out batteries)
• Body material: ABS resin
• Gearbox, engine, reverse switch also included.
• A screwdriver the construction is supplied.
• Requires one R04/AAA/UM4 battery pack (offered individually).
• Continuous running time with Alkaline battery pack, 1 hours.