The Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops is a wooden and clear-plastic STEM model kit that demonstrates gear-driven walking motion. Tamiya 70265 is a compact educational build that shows internal mechanics while creating a moving dinosaur display.  [70265]

About the Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops

The Tamiya 70265 Walking Triceratops combines tactile construction with clear mechanical lessons, ideal for hobbyists and educators. Assembly helps builders grasp gear ratios, linkages and motion transfer in an approachable project.

Build Materials and Behaviour

Using poplar-style wood together with transparent plastic parts, the kit makes it easy to inspect the moving elements. The form is influenced by research at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum to lend anatomical accuracy. The assembled model measures 284mm long by 92mm wide and 115mm tall, advancing at approximately 1.67 cm/s while swinging its head and tail.

Assembly Notes and Drive System

A pre-assembled plastic gearbox with an integrated motor and only two connection wires keeps assembly straightforward. With a gear ratio of 280:1 the movement is smooth, and a single AA battery (not included) will typically provide about four hours of continuous run time.