Mechanical Rabbit

Overview

The Tamiya Mechanical Rabbit is a fun and educational assembly kit from the RoboCraft Series. It features a hopping mechanism powered by a motor and gearbox, with movement transformed into rear leg action connected to the front legs via link rods. The body parts are made of transparent pink plastic, and assembly is simple with screws and snap-lock parts. The kit includes a gearbox, motor, and a small screwdriver, with pictorial assembly instructions provided. The hopping speed can be adjusted by changing the crank angle, offering four different speeds. Suitable for ages 10 and up, this kit is a great introduction to basic robotics and mechanical engineering principles.