Smithsonian Motor-Works 4-Cylinder Engine Building Kit – STEM Learning | Ages 8+
Start your engines and discover the science behind horsepower! Bring engineering to life with the Smithsonian Motor-Works 4-Cylinder Engine Building Kit!
This exciting hands-on STEM activity lets young engineers build a working model of a 4-cylinder engine and explore how internal combustion engines operate. Once assembled, connect the battery box and watch the engine come alive with moving pistons, rocking valves, and spark plugs that light up to simulate firing!
A STEM educational poster explains the four stages of engine operation: intake, compression, power, and exhaust.
Product Features:
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Build a working 4-cylinder engine model
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Battery-operated moving parts and lights
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Realistic piston, valve, and crankshaft movement
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Includes educational STEM poster
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Requires 2 AA batteries and a screwdriver (not included)
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Recommended for ages 8 and up
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Adult supervision required
Perfect for curious kids, future engineers, car enthusiasts, and hands-on learners. A fantastic educational gift that makes science, technology, and engineering fun!
Available online and in store at Railtown Trading Co., located inside the Golden Spike Tower & Visitor Center in North Platte, Nebraska, while supplies last!
