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The Tamiya Walking & Swimming Penguin Educational Construction Kit is a fun, motorized model that brings the movements of a penguin to life on land and in water. Part of Tamiya's Educational Construction Series, this assembly kit provides an entertaining way to explore mechanical linkages, motion, and basic engineering principles.
Powered by an included submarine motor, the penguin uses a clever linkage mechanism to move its legs and flippers. On land, three wheels work together with the moving legs to create a waddling motion. In water, the flippers propel the penguin forward while a float around its neck helps keep its head above the surface.
The wheels and flippers can also be adjusted to change direction, allowing builders to experiment with movement on different surfaces. With paintable plastic components and an engaging mechanical design, this kit makes an excellent hands-on STEM learning project.
Walking & Swimming Design: Motorized penguin operates on land and in water.
Realistic Penguin Movement: Recreates the waddling and swimming motions of a penguin.
Submarine Motor: Included motor powers the mechanical movement.
Linkage Mechanism: Converts motor rotation into coordinated leg and flipper movement.
Three-Wheel Walking System: Side wheels and a front center wheel help the penguin travel across the ground.
Swimming Flippers: Propel the model through water.
Adjustable Direction: Wheel and flipper positioning allows the penguin to turn.
Neck Float: Helps keep the penguin's head above water.
Paintable Components: Plastic parts can be customized with model paints.
Educational Assembly: Introduces mechanical movement and engineering concepts.
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Part Number: 70259
Distributor SKU: TAM70259
Product Name: Walking & Swimming Penguin
Series: Educational Construction Series
Product Type: Motorized Educational Assembly Kit
Model: Penguin
Construction: Plastic Assembly Kit
Power System: Submarine Motor
Movement: Walking and Swimming
Terrain Use: Land and Water
Battery Requirement: 1 AAA Battery
Assembly Level: Unassembled
JAN: 4950344702596
UPC: 044455369404
(1) Tamiya Walking & Swimming Penguin Assembly Kit
(1) Submarine Motor
(1) Assembly Instruction Manual
(1) AAA Battery
Basic Assembly Tools
Note: This product requires assembly before use. One AAA battery is required and sold separately. Plastic components may be painted for additional customization. Adult supervision is recommended for younger builders.
This product was added on 11/04/2026 by JM.