Globe
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Globe
A globe with a gear train that recreates the rotation of the Earth.
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In stock
- Shipped from Germany
- Delivery within Germany in 1–3 working days
- Free spare parts
About the model
The Globe is a mechanical model of the Earth with a gear train, a pendulum regulator and two satellites that orbit the sphere.
The globe sits on an axle tilted at the same angle as the Earth's axis. A rubber-band motor drives it, wound by the lever on the base: one full turn clockwise, let go, and the gears set the sphere turning. A pendulum mechanism slows the rotation down. You can also turn the globe by hand and watch the continents pass at your own pace.
Two interchangeable modules come with it: the Shuttle and the Sputnik. Linked by planetary gearing, the satellites rotate almost twice as fast as the globe and complete almost two orbits per pull of the lever. A project for a long evening – 184 parts, about 4 hours.
Key features:
- Axle tilted like the Earth's axis
- Rubber-band motor wound by a lever on the base
- Pendulum mechanism for slow, steady rotation
- Can be turned by hand
- Two satellite modules: Shuttle and Sputnik
- Planetary gearing drives the orbit
Laser-cut plywood parts, assembles without glue or tools, instructions in 11 languages.
Technical details
- Item number
- 70128
- Parts
- 184
- Build time
- approx. 4 hours
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Recommended age
- 14+ years
- Dimensions
- 21 × 18,5 × 18,5 cm
- Condition
- Kit
- EAN
- 4820184121096
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need glue?
No. The parts slot together.
How long does it take to build?
As a guide, approx. 4 hours. How fast it actually goes depends on your pace and your breaks.
What if a part breaks?
Tell us which model and which part number are affected. Spare parts are free. They are sent by the manufacturer from within the EU, with no customs fees.
Globe
184 parts · approx. 4 hours · Medium · 14+ years
Shipped from Germany · Delivery within Germany in 1–3 working days · Free spare parts
€45,90