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  Remote-Control Machines
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Item: TK068 
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Build your own motorized vehicles and machines and control them with a wireless remote control unit. A unique six button infrared remote allows you to control three different motors simultaneously, moving each of them forward or in reverse, with easy-to-activate touch sensors. The three motors can be combined to make complex vehicles and machines in numerous configurations limited only by your imagination.

Assemble ten models demonstrating different ways in which the motors can be used including a bulldozer, car, three-wheeler, crane, antique car, plow, folding car, formula one racer, three-blade dozer, and robotic arm. After you have built the models in the instructions, you can design your own remote control creations!

The kit comes with three motors, remote control unit, battery holder, and building blocks. Collaborate with your fellow junior engineers to build fantastic and functional remote-control creations!

The 48-page color instruction book included in this kit gives illustrated step-by-step instructions for the models to help children learn through play and develop their mechanical understanding, creative thinking skills, and hand-eye coordination.

The 182 building pieces included in this set are compatible with those in all Thames & Kosmos Construction Series kits, Physics Series kits, Wind Power, and Hydropower kits.





NOTE: The orange color in the charts above indicate ages that are LESS than the manufacturer suggested age. Please purchase at your discretion if your child is younger than 8 years of age.



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  UPC 814743010147
  Manufacturer SKU 555004
  Date Added to Fat Brain Toys 9/30/2010
  Manufactured In Taiwan
  Manufacturer Recommended Minimum Age 8 years
  Fat Brain Toys Monthly Sales Ranking #1325

WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts.
  • Not for children under 3 yrs.



  • Total Customer Reviews: 6
    Average Customer Rating: 4.17 (site average 4.56)
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    Remote-Contoll Machines
    Posted 5/11/2013 by MARIA A LARA-RIVAS

    My 11 yr old son thinks this is fabulous toy !! He wanted to take this to school as a "Show and Tell" speech presentation. He put it together as soon as we got home and didn't lay it down till he got to bed. He has played with it everyday after school . His speech presentation was on how to make robots. He has taken it to school everyday since and the other school children enjoy it. He was disappointed when he lost a small red x6 piece. I wish extra pieces were included. My only concern is if he loses another of these small pieces, how do i purchase more without having to buy a whole new toy? My son wants a Chemistry set next from Brain Toys. Thank you.

    Rating: 5
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    Remote Control Machines
    Posted 12/16/2012 by Judith P. Warren

    This is a Christmas gift for my 10 yr old grandson. I really think he'll love it because it's hands-on and insures the possibility of multiple "creations". BUT, I obviously cannot reply in better detail because he won't open it up until the 25th.

    Rating: 5
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    Posted 11/27/2012 by JUDITH

    I ORDERED THINGS LAST YEAR AND THE KIDS AND MY SON HAD A FUN TIME TOGETHER WITH ALL OF IT THE TOYS ARE BOTH EDUCATIONAL AND FUN. THIS YEARS ARE ALSO CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. SO I AM A RETURN CUSTOMER

    Rating: 5
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    Remote-Control Machines
    Posted 4/19/2012 by Manfred Rapp

    I am a 70 year old retired engineer and feel bad that my grand son took the toy home and I can't play with him. He and I absolutely love it.

    Rating: 5
    7 of 8 customers found this review helpful.
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    Posted 6/8/2011 by James Johnson

    Frame parts are not of same quality, robustness as the gears and sprockets. The converters are flimsy and can easily turn into hinges if you are tempted to reuse them in a different project. This is not a durable product when compared to Rokenbok construction. Motor units fall into the junk category when compared with Tamiya gearhead motor kits. If Thames & Kosmos had included a ring gear for making a differential axle for the vehicles in this kit, I would be more inclined to appreciate the educational value. I bought the set for the gears, pinions, and infrared control unit for use with my Rockenbok monorail layout. The motors and structural components are waiting on the next trip to the dumpster.
    Rating: 1
    If you feel inclined to switch gears and need assistance with a return, contact us. We offered our customer a refund for the unit. With us, engineering full satisfaction is easy. Just visit the Returns & Exchanges center for details.

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    Some alternate spelling variations of this product:
    tko68, rc machines, machines, motorized vehicles, rc toys, remote controlled toys, remote controlled machines, remote control machines, rc, science kits, science set, science, fun science,



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