Tamiya 76012 Clear Blue Solar Car - STEM Kit  [76012]

Product Summary for Tamiya 76012

The Tamiya 76012 Solar Car Assembly Kit blends simple mechanical design with solar technology for a compact educational model. The translucent blue body provides a clear view of moving parts and the solar setup in action.

Transparent Body and Steering

The car features a clear blue molded plastic shell that reveals the inner components. It has steerable front wheels to aid control, and three selectable gear ratios (1.7:1, 2.2:1, and 3.4:1) to experiment with speed and torque trade offs.

Solar Learning Features

An epoxy coated solar panel converts sunlight into electricity to run the motor, making the kit a practical lesson in photovoltaics and basic wiring. The design avoids soldering so learners can safely explore circuit connections.

Assembly Notes

The Tamiya 76012 is built with a combination of snap-fit parts and screws to keep assembly straightforward while still giving room for adjustments to gears and panel placement during testing.