UGEARS self-propelled tractor model production uses rubber bands to generate power

For those who like DIY model making, no matter how complicated the structural design is, they will find ways to find tools and crawl online to try their best to complete the work in hand. The exquisiteness of the result is one thing, but the perseverance to not finish the work during the process is the biggest factor that makes the model shine. UGEARS is a self-driven mechanical gear set that allows people to enjoy a sense of accomplishment. It is also made of wood (the craftsmanship has been introduced [see here])~

The UGEARS mechanical model from Kiev, Ukraine does not require a battery. It generates power through readily available rubber bands. The wooden parts used in the model are all laser-cut with precision and accuracy, so there is no need to glue them together. Once the glue is sticky enough, it can be assembled perfectly. Regardless of whether you are a mechanical fan or not, you will become addicted after joining the group!

Prepare tools: toothpicks, sandpaper, diagonal pliers and razor blades.

"If you want to do your job well, you must first sharpen your tools." Although UGEARS can be assembled purely by hand, it will be easier to prepare some tools to assist during the operation. However, if these tools are not available, ordinary scissors, art craftsmen, etc. Knives can also be used for work:: The rotating shafts in the UGEARS mechanical structure use toothpicks as bearings, so if your hands are not very flexible, it is recommendedIt would be better to prepare some extra toothpicks for later use.

Threading the toothpick is the most time-consuming part of assembly. Grinding it with sandpaper will save time and trouble.

As for cutting the toothpick part, it will be easier to use diagonal pliers, and then use sandpaper to grind the toothpick, so that it will not be difficult to assemble; if you want the gear to run more smoothly, it is also easy to dip it in some candle wax. Great way to get stuck.

Although the model parts can be removed from the wooden board by hand, for some relatively small parts, it is recommended to use a razor blade to scratch them slightly, so that the parts can be picked up completely and effortlessly. Basically, with the help of tools, The tractor assembly time is about 2 to 3 hours, of course, it varies depending on each persons proficiency.

UGEARS is actually a toy for adults. It is a bit difficult to assemble (the difficulty of each model is different). It can be placed on the table as a decoration or played with! When installing, you only need to follow the instructions. If you assemble the parts according to the numbers and instructions, there will generally be less chance of incorrect assembly.

After opening the outer package, you will find an instruction manual and several wooden parts, all of which are sealed with adhesive tape.

There are a lot of parts, so it is recommended not to take them off at once. Just follow the numbers marked above and disassemble and assemble them step by step so that you are less likely to make mistakes~

This part is one of the assembly tools, which can be used to measure length and grind toothpicks. In addition, the package contains a bunch of toothpicks for picking teeth, and basically no more will be used for assembly.

First of all, in the first step of assembly, it can be seen that UGEARS uses a tenon structure and uses toothpicks as bearings to allow the parts to fit tightly without the need for glue.

The tenon part is not a problem, but when you have to insert the toothpick into the part, it is really easy to not insert it without grinding it. At this time, the tool stick just mentioned is the "slimming" artifact! After assembling a small structure , remember to use a tool stick to measure the length, because the length must be consistent to avoid GG during assembly~

After slowly assembling to a certain level, the overall outline finally appears! At this time, you have to start getting rid of the excess toothpicks, but you must be careful about what should be cut and what should not be cut~

When assembling the parts step by step, please pay attention to whether the gears run smoothly, because if the gears are not aligned properly, the final operation will be prone to jamming. In addition, these elegant and delicate gear structures also make sounds when they are running, just like a real tractor!

Clang, clang, clang, clang, after all the hard work, I finally found the gear structure exposed on the side of it. It’s so beautiful!

In addition, this set of models can move by itself with power. The key lies in the small gaps left on the wooden boards, which are used to connect them with rubber bands. Turn the front wheels a few times by hand and place them on the ground. The car will run away!

The tractor also has 3 operating modes that can be adjusted!

The light rail tram feels very romantic~