Tamiya 72001 Planetary Gear Box Set - Educational Gearbox Unit  [72001]

Overview of the Tamiya 72001 Planetary Gear Box Set

The Tamiya 72001 Planetary Gear Box Set is designed for straightforward exploration of gear mechanics. The kit contains an RC-260 motor and a compact planetary assembly so builders can experiment with real mechanical changes.

Design Insights and Practical Use

The planetary format places several planet gears around a central sun gear to save space while providing effective reduction. Two different crank arms are included to give options for attaching linkages or drive shafts.

Ratio Selection and Kit Integration

With ratio choices from 4:1 through 400:1, the Tamiya 72001 is suitable for demonstration rigs and small projects. It is rated to run on 3 volts and meshes well with many Tamiya construction and robotics systems.