Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops STEM Build Kit  [70265]

Overview of the Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops

The Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops pairs educational value with an engaging assembly experience, making it well suited for hobbyists exploring STEM projects. Builders can follow the instructions to learn simple gear and linkage principles while creating a functioning walking model.

Materials and Movement Details

Made from poplar-type wood and clear plastic panels, the kit exposes internal linkages and gears for easy observation. The accurate body plan is informed by work at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, giving the model both educational credibility and display appeal. The completed Triceratops measures 284mm long, 92mm wide and 115mm high, and it walks at about 1.67 cm/s while moving its head and tail to simulate natural motion.

Assembly and Mechanics

The kit includes a pre-assembled plastic gearbox with an integrated motor and only two wiring connections to simplify construction for newcomers. With a gear ratio of 280:1 the mechanism produces a steady walking gait driven by a single AA battery (not included), and a single cell should power roughly four hours of continuous operation.