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product_id: 372355640
title: "Candy Claw Engineering STEM Experiment Maker Lab | Build Your Own Claw Machine | Learn Hydraulics & Engineering | Includes Lollipops | Toy of The Year Finalist | Difficulty: Advanced"
brand: "thames & kosmos"
price: "VT47271"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
category: "Thames & Kosmos"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/372355640-candy-claw-engineering-stem-experiment-maker-lab-build-your-own
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# Hands-on hydraulics & mechanical engineering 113 precision puzzle pieces 3 claw types: pincher, scoop, 3-pronged Candy Claw Engineering STEM Experiment Maker Lab | Build Your Own Claw Machine | Learn Hydraulics & Engineering | Includes Lollipops | Toy of The Year Finalist | Difficulty: Advanced

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** VT47271
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Engineer Fun, Grab Sweet Success!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Candy Claw Engineering STEM Experiment Maker Lab | Build Your Own Claw Machine | Learn Hydraulics & Engineering | Includes Lollipops | Toy of The Year Finalist | Difficulty: Advanced by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** VT47271 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- thames & kosmos enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thames & kosmos brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Hydraulics in Action:** Learn real-world principles of hydraulics, levers, gears, and linkages—no batteries, just pure mechanical power.
- • **Triple Claw Challenge:** Experiment with three unique claw designs to perfect your prize-grabbing skills and engineering know-how.
- • **Sweet Rewards Included:** Comes with lollipops and candy decoys to make your engineering journey deliciously fun and rewarding.
- • **Family Engineering Time:** Designed for ages 8+ with adult collaboration—bond over a challenging 2-3 hour build that sparks curiosity and creativity.
- • **Master Mechanical Marvels:** Build your own arcade-style claw machine with 113 detailed pieces for a hands-on STEM adventure.

## Overview

The Candy Claw Engineering STEM Experiment Maker Lab is an advanced, battery-free build-your-own claw machine kit featuring 113 pieces and three claw types. It teaches key engineering concepts like hydraulics, levers, and gears through hands-on assembly and play, including candy prizes for interactive fun. Ideal for kids 8+ with adult guidance, this Toy of the Year finalist offers a 2-3 hour immersive STEM experience.

## Description

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## Features

- Build & engineer your own arcade-style claw machine!
- Experiment with three different types of claws (pincher, scoop, and three-pronged) to pick up lollipops and decoy candy boxes (both included!).
- A fun yet challenging, gamified approach to engineering lessons, you’ll learn about hydraulics, levers, gears, belts, linkages, end effectors, and more.
- No batteries or electricity required; it uses only the power of your hand and the mechanical advantage of the machines built into the device.
- Refill your machine with your own treats and prizes for long-lasting fun..For ages 8+ with help; 12+ "I got this!".IMPORTANT: This cute candy claw is a challenging build! Parents/adults will need to be active participants in the assembly and engineering of this product..IMPORTANT: Download and read the instruction before use. We recommend using the step-by-step assembly and troubleshooting videos available online..Build Time: Approximately 2-3 Hours.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 33.02 x 8.89 x 29.21 cm; 1.04 kg |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 6 years and up |
| Item model number | 550103 |
| Educational Objective(s) | STEM |
| Number of Game Players | 1 |
| Number of Puzzle Pieces | 113 |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Scale | 1/32 |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Release date | 22 September 2021 |
| ASIN | B08V123KDQ |

## Product Details

- **Size:** L
- **Brand:** Thames & Kosmos
- **Theme:** Candy
- **Age range (description):** 8+
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 33 x 8.9 x 29.2 centimeters

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What size tubing is it ? My son cut the lines too short**
A: You can contact us at Support@thamesandkosmos.com for replacement options. The tube measures outside .1725" (4.98mm) x inside .1085" (2.76mm).

**Q: Do you have to choose one model to build or does one kit make all six models?**
A: You have to choose one model to build. The kit comes with enough parts for just one model time.

**Q: Webise or emila for troubleshooting?**
A: Thank you for your question. This article has our Step-by-Step Assembly Video and Troubleshooting for the Candy Claw Machine as well as a link to contact us for additional assistance. 

https://thamesandkosmos.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4409456509075-Candy-Claw-Machine-Step-by-Step-Assembly-Video-and-Troubleshooting

**Q: Would this be too advanced for my 6 year old son who loves legos?**
A: Thank you for your question. The recommended age group for our Mechanical Engineering: Robotic Arms kit is 7 to 14 years of age, however, you may find it appropriate for your son, based on his experience level. You can view the manual by clicking on the following link to view what comes in the kit as well as to get a sense of the different experiments: https://www.thamesandkosmos.com/manuals/full/625415_ME_Robotic_Arms_Manual.pdf

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*Last updated: 2026-03-30*