Franzis Porsche 911 Engine Kit

Build your own classic 1966 air-cooled 6 cylinder engine model! PORSCHE 911 as a transparent functional model in scale 1: 4. The heart of the original Porsche 911 becomes tangible with this functioning engine model. With the placing and screwing of the various parts, you put together this imaginative construction kit. The high-quality construction kit is made according to original drawings, it consists of 290 individual parts, some of which are movable. You screw or slide the plastic components into place. So you build the whole thing without glue. When the model is finished, the crankshaft, pistons and valves move truthfully. The transparent housing parts allow the mechanics of the boxer engine to be seen and understood from the outside. Even the ignition sparks in the cylinders are simulated with LEDs.

Experience the boxer engine with all your senses! See the valves open and close, see the crankshaft turn precisely, close your eyes and hear the original engine sound, feel the vibrations you know from the popometer!

• Sound module with original boxer sound
• Transparent housing for a fascinating look inside
• Camshaft controlled via timing belt
• Simulated ignition spark
• Working ignition distributor
• Powered fan wheel
• Platform to set up
• Additional requirement: 3 1.5 V batteries (type AA)
• Not suitable for children under the age of 14!

This kit comes with the unique accompanying book with historical information. The comprehensive book; created in cooperation with the Porsche Museum, provides much background information and knowledge about Porsche and the 911. Technical connections become clear and the history of the development of this legendary engine concept becomes tangible. The book is beautifully illustrated with a large number of historical photographs, drawings and posters from the Porsche archives. Show you have an engineer build your own engine! With the detailed step-by-step instructions, it always works!

Scale 1:4
Number of parts: 290
Dimensions in cm: 30 x 29 x 22
Age: 14+
Assembly time: about 4 hours