--- product_id: 95661687 title: "Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads | for Kids 8+ | STEM Kit Builds 8 Robots | Color Manual to Help with Assembly | Requires Tablet or Smartphone | Parents' Choice Silver Award" brand: "thames & kosmos" price: "Β₯57399" currency: JPY in_stock: true category: "Thames & Kosmos" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/95661687-robotics-smart-machines-tracks-and-treads-for-kids-8-stem store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Visual programming app on iOS/Android 197 customizable building pieces 60-page illustrated step-by-step manual Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads | for Kids 8+ | STEM Kit Builds 8 Robots | Color Manual to Help with Assembly | Requires Tablet or Smartphone | Parents' Choice Silver Award **Brand:** thames & kosmos **Price:** Β₯57399 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ€– Code, Build, Conquer: Unleash the Future of Robotics Today! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads | for Kids 8+ | STEM Kit Builds 8 Robots | Color Manual to Help with Assembly | Requires Tablet or Smartphone | Parents' Choice Silver Award by thames & kosmos - **How much does it cost?** Β₯57399 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/95661687-robotics-smart-machines-tracks-and-treads-for-kids-8-stem) ## Best For - thames & kosmos enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thames & kosmos brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Expandable Creativity:** 197 pieces and open-ended design let kids invent beyond the manual’s 8 models. - β€’ **Award-Winning STEM Kit:** Parents' Choice Silver Award winner ensures quality and educational value. - β€’ **Build & Code Your Own Robots:** Hands-on STEM learning with 8 motorized robot models using tank treads. - β€’ **Interactive Ultrasonic Sensor:** Robots detect and respond to obstacles and hand movements for real-world engagement. - β€’ **Comprehensive Visual Programming:** Easy-to-use app empowers kids to create custom robot behaviors on tablets or smartphones. ## Overview Thames & Kosmos Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads is an award-winning STEM kit designed for kids 8 and up. It includes 197 building pieces and a 60-page illustrated manual to build and program 8 motorized robots with continuous tracks. Using a free visual programming app on iOS or Android devices, kids learn robotics fundamentals through hands-on assembly and coding, featuring ultrasonic sensors for interactive obstacle detection. This kit combines fun, education, and creativity to inspire the next generation of tech innovators. ## Description The latest installment in the award-winning robotics: smart machines line, this version focuses on motorized machines that make use of continuous tracks, also known as tank treads, to move themselves and other objects around. Models are controlled by programs and an ultrasound sensor, so in addition to constructing the machines, you'll also learn how to use the included visual programming app on your tablet or smartphone to code the programs yourself! build a robot with two large continuous tracks that drives around and avoids obstacles in its path. The attentive Tracker Bot model detects your hand, moves toward it, and follows it around. Construct models of real-world smart machines, like a conveyor belt robot that carries small objects and an escalator model that carries objects up to another level. You can also assemble other fun robots including a dozer Bot with a bulldozer attachment on its front end and a fire rescue robot that drives its ladder up close to other objects. Once you understand how the technology works, You can build your own robots using the kit's 197 building pieces and create your own programs in the programming app, which is available on iOS and Android devices (tablet or smartphone required, not included). ## Features - This kit gives kids a simple, fun, and customizable introduction to robotics. - Build and program your own Robots using the kit’s 197 building pieces. - Kids code the programs using an easy, visual programming app on a tablet or smartphone. - 60-Page step-by-step illustrated manual helps kids assemble all of the models and teaches them about robotics. - Requires a tablet or smartphone running iOS or Android (not included). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07KX8Y5DQ | | Age Range Description | 8+ | | Best Sellers Rank | #504,110 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #4,328 in Educational Science Kits | | Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (82) | | Educational Objective | STEM | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00814743013872 | | Included Components | Ultrasonic Sensor, Bluetooth Battery Box, Motors, Gears, Building Blocks, Part Separator Tool, Manual | | Item Dimensions | 19.1 x 3.8 x 13 inches | | Item Type Name | Science Experiment Kit | | Item Weight | 3.2 pounds | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos | | Manufacturer Part Number | 620382 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects | | Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 14 years | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | 620382 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Set Name | Robotics Tracks & Treads | | Size | One size fits most | | Subject | NON-CLASSIFIABLE, Robotics; Assemble; Models; Programming; Customizable | | Theme | Robotics | | UPC | 814743013872 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Images ![Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads | for Kids 8+ | STEM Kit Builds 8 Robots | Color Manual to Help with Assembly | Requires Tablet or Smartphone | Parents' Choice Silver Award - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/917fdHCCJtL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Set** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Made in China?** A: This item is made in Taiwan. **Q: Can you get the app on a Kendall fire?** A: Unfortunately, the Robotics: Smart Machines app is not available for Kindle devices. The app requires a tablet or smartphone running iOS (iPhone 4S or later, iPad 3 or later, iPod 5 or later) or Android OS (Android 4.3 or later on a device with Bluetooth 4.0 support). **Q: is there any type of warranty?** A: There is a limited 1-year warranty to protect against manufacturer defects. Additional information can be found here: https://thamesandkosmos.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360051278433-Thames-Kosmos-Limited-Warranty **Q: are batteries required?** A: Each motor operates on 3-AA batteries. ## Frequently Bought Together - Thames & Kosmos | Robotics Smart Machines: Tracks & Treads | for Kids 8+ | STEM Kit Builds 8 Robots | Color Manual to Help with Assembly | Requires Tablet or Smartphone | Parents' Choice Silver Award - Thames & Kosmos Mega Cyborg Hand STEM Experiment Kit | Build Your Own GIANT Hydraulic Amazing Gripping Capabilities Adjustable for Different Sizes Learn Pneumatic Systems - Thames & Kosmos Roller Coaster Engineering STEM Kit | Design, Build, Experiment w/ Working Roller Coaster Models | Explore Physics, Forces, Motion, Energy, Velocity & More | Solve Building Challenges --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/95661687-robotics-smart-machines-tracks-and-treads-for-kids-8-stem](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/95661687-robotics-smart-machines-tracks-and-treads-for-kids-8-stem) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-19*