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UGEARS STEM Lab Gearbox Model Kit
Build a working wooden model of a car's manual gearbox.
Best for kids who want to see how a gearbox trades speed for force.
· $25 – $50 Typical price range
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At a glance
- Age guidance
- Ages 8+
- Price
- $25 – $50
- Screen needed
- No, fully screen-free
- Batteries
- Not needed
- Adult help
- Varies
- Play style
- Solo or together
- What it is
- Precut wooden parts for a 4-speed gearbox model
- Great for
- Birthday, Holiday, Rainy Day
Kids press out precut wooden parts and assemble a working model of a four-speed manual transmission, no glue required. Shifting through the gears shows how different gear combinations trade speed for turning force, and an optional augmented-reality app shows real-world uses.
Why we picked it
- 01Working mechanism kids can shift and test
- 02No glue or cutting; everything is in the box
- 03Wooden model looks great on a shelf when finished
What they’ll learn
Always follow the manufacturer’s age and safety guidance. Small parts may be a choking hazard for children under 3.
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