Tamiya 70217 Flywheel Car Kit - Educational Friction Model  [70217]

Educational Build: Tamiya Flywheel Car

The Tamiya 70217 Flywheel Car Assembly Kit is a compact educational model that demonstrates basic mechanical principles. Its friction-driven flywheel makes it easy to run controlled experiments on energy and motion.

See Kinetic Energy Work

The clear drive unit exposes the metal flywheel and internal motion so observers can watch how energy is stored and released. On a suitable surface the flywheel will move the car for about 20 metres, equivalent to roughly 35 seconds of travel.

Interchangeable Movement Cams

This kit includes zigzag and figure of eight cams plus a spare cam that users can alter. Changing cams modifies the front wheel path and helps demonstrate how mechanical profiles influence steering.

Quick Assembly and Test Options

Parts assemble with snap-fit connections and screws, so no glue is required and beginner builders can take part. Locking the front wheel lets you run straight-line tests for distance and timing analysis.