Tamiya 70170 Remote Control Robot Crawler STEM Kit for Classroom Builds  [70170]

Overview of the Tamiya 70170 Remote Control Robot Crawler

The Tamiya 70170 Remote Control Robot Crawler is a classroom-ready STEM kit that gives learners a practical introduction to gears, motors and simple control systems. The kit is well suited to hobbyists and educators who want a step-by-step assembly that leads to a working crawler robot.

Practical Building and Electronics

The set includes core mechanical and electronic parts like a twin-motor gearbox, a 4-speed crank-axle gearbox and a 4-channel remote control box, enabling hands-on experimentation with drive ratios and control inputs. The clear-bodied remote control box makes it easy to see how switches and wiring operate during use.

Movement, Tracks and Modularity

The crawler layout prioritises stability and simple steering, using tracked treads and rollers for consistent motion across flat and slightly uneven surfaces. Universal arms and plate parts let users reconfigure the chassis to try different builds and test weight distribution and traction.

Suitable for Projects and Displays

This kit works well for individual projects or small group activities, and the instructions include suggested competition rules for balanced challenges. The cardboard packaging is durable enough to be reused, and can be repurposed to form a basic bucket or component for creative tasks.