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# Tamiya 71104 Mechanical Ostrich - Two Leg Walking Type

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** POLOLU-930 · **Brand:** [Pololu](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/pololu-australia)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71104-mechanical-ostrich-two-leg-walking-type.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71104-mechanical-ostrich-two-leg-walking-type.html.md))

## Retired product

This product is retired and no longer available for purchase. Search the catalogue for an alternative.

## How to buy

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## Description

**How it works**

Motor rotation is transferred to the legs via crank plates and linkage rods, causing the Mechanical Ostrich to walk at one of two selectable speeds. The body is made from a transparent purple ABS resin that allows you to see all of the motors, gears, and cranks in action. The battery and motor are positioned for optimum weight balance.

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**Basic specifications**

- Total length: 135 mm
- Total weight: 100 g (without batteries)
- Body material: ABS resin
- 2 possible different speeds.
- Gearbox, motor, and control switch are included.
- Requires one AA (a.k.a. R6 or UM3) battery (not included).
- Continuous running time with Alkaline battery: 1.5 hrs.
 
**Note:** This is a kit. Assembly requires using a screwdriver and snapping parts together. No soldering is required. Run on flat, smooth surfaces; avoid running over slopes, on bumpy roads, or on thick carpet.

**People often buy this product together with:**

 | [![Tamiya 71101 Mechanical Dog - Four Leg Walking Type](https://a.pololu-files.com/picture/0J510.100.jpg?a4c41f21518d9d428a86d77320892228)](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71101-mechanical-dog-four-leg-walking-type.html) | [Tamiya 71101 Mechanical Dog - Four Leg Walking Type](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71101-mechanical-dog-four-leg-walking-type.html) |
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 | [![Tamiya 71102 Mechanical Kangaroo - Two Leg Jumping Type](https://a.pololu-files.com/picture/0J516.100.jpg?7ce0fa1120dd2d9e3916119d2b62f17f)](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71102-mechanical-kangaroo-two-leg-jumping-type.html) | [Tamiya 71102 Mechanical Kangaroo - Two Leg Jumping Type](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71102-mechanical-kangaroo-two-leg-jumping-type.html) |
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 | [![Tamiya 71103 Mechanical Beetle - Obstacle Avoiding Type](https://a.pololu-files.com/picture/0J521.100.jpg?184a145d645bf67a08a21c991fb21960)](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71103-mechanical-beetle-obstacle-avoiding-type.html) | [Tamiya 71103 Mechanical Beetle - Obstacle Avoiding Type](https://core-electronics.com.au/tamiya-71103-mechanical-beetle-obstacle-avoiding-type.html) |
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## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/t/a/tamiya_71104_mechanical_ostrich_two_leg_walking_type__pololu_930__00.jpg)