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Item No:70259

Educational Construction Series (Sets) No.259

WALKING & SWIMMING PENGUIN

Length: 143mm (standing). Image shows assembled kit.


This assembly kit creates the Walking and Swimming Penguin, which waddles on land and swims in the water. The submarine motor powers its legs via gearbox as it moves, and in the water the model raises its head and swims with its flippers. Use its rudder to apply direction. Includes everything needed for easy snap-fit/screw-together assembly. 

Specifications
★Height (standing): 143mm ★Length: 123mm ★Width (with flippers out): 172mm ★Submarine motor mini ★Cement not required ★Stickers for eyes, beak and body included
*Always wipe down the model and remove batteries after use.

Separately required items
★R03/AAA/UM4 battery x1

Tools required
★Side cutters ★Modeling knife ★(+) screwdriver (L)


  • Take a look at this amphibious creation in action!
  • Flippers power the penguin in the water. Use the limiters at the at their base to apply direction.
  • Changing the rudder angle also lets you apply direction.
  • Our model takes inspiration from Humboldt penguins, and the water resistant stickers in the kit take care of body markings and facial features.
  • Why not give your penguin a fresh look with a different color or expression?

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Information is current as of June 7, 2024. Specifications are subject to change without notice.