Tamiya 70119 Amphibious Vehicle STEM Kit - Classroom Project  [70119]

Tamiya 70119 Amphibious Vehicle - Hands-On STEM Model

The Tamiya 70119 Amphibious Vehicle provides a practical route into basic engineering through a hands-on build. This entry in Tamiya's STEM lineup combines land and water capability so learners and hobbyists can test motion, floatation and steering in a single project.

Drive and Water Systems

The model is driven by an FA-130 Underwater Motor that turns both the rear wheels and the propeller, allowing smooth shifts between ground and water use. Styrofoam floats supply buoyancy to keep the hull steady on calm water, and an adjustable rudder helps refine directional control while afloat.

Learning Outcomes and Build Process

Assembling this kit introduces core ideas like propulsion, buoyancy and simple gear trains while promoting hands-on problem solving. The step by step build encourages careful reading of instructions and is suitable for supervised younger builders or hobbyists expanding their mechanical knowhow.