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TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High Challenge Assembled Model Kits

$279

In stock at nikolatoy.com

The TECHING All-Metal single-cylinder kit has 130 CNC-machined and polished parts in aluminum alloy and stainless steel, and assembles into a working engine model that shows a four-stroke cycle. Assembly takes over 4 hours at a 4.5-star difficulty. A 500mAh battery runs it for 30+ minutes, suiting adult and older-kid mechanics fans.

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Highlights

  • 130 all-metal parts
  • CNC-machined, polished aluminum and stainless steel
  • Over 4 hours to assemble, difficulty 4.5 of 5
  • 500mAh battery, 30+ minutes per charge
  • Metal gift box packaging

Best for

Model builders wanting a challenging metal engine kit.

Things to consider

  • Battery-driven motion, not combustion
  • Listed for ages 10+, but difficulty is high
  • 2 hours to charge

Key specs

Price$279
Parts130
MaterialAluminum alloy, stainless steel
Battery500mAh, 5V
Run time30+ minutes
Size12.5 x 19.5 x 20 cm
Weight789 g

Our take

A demanding, beautifully machined build for serious hobbyists.

TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High… at a glance

BrandNikola Toy
Price$279
AvailabilityIn stock at nikolatoy.com
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ReturnsOrders can be canceled within 5 hours for a full refund. After shipment you must accept…

Price check

At $279, the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High… is toward the top of Nikola Toy's price range, whose 487 listed products run $13.90 to $4,499.

Similar items from other brands we track run $58.79 to $899.

Buying from Nikola Toy

Nikola Toy suits adult collectors and gift shoppers who want unusual metal desk toys, RC tanks or working engine model kits, and shipping is free worldwide. Skip it if you want an easy return: personal-reason returns are at your cost and the store does not publish a warranty. Check the listing for specs and size before ordering, since many product pages carry little description.

Shipping
Standard shipping is free worldwide at 7 to 15 business days, and DHL Express takes 2 to 5 business days. Processing takes 1 to 2 business days, and some items ship from a US warehouse.
Returns
Orders can be canceled within 5 hours for a full refund. After shipment you must accept delivery and then return the item, paying return shipping and any duties for personal-reason returns; custom and Final Sale items have extra limits.
International
The store ships worldwide with free standard shipping, quoting 2 to 14 business days for the US, Canada, much of Western Europe and parts of Asia, and up to 25 days for other countries. EU buyers have a 14-day right of withdrawal.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the TECHING engine run on fuel?
No. It is powered by a built-in lithium battery to show the mechanism moving.
How long does it take to build?
More than 4 hours, at a high difficulty level.
How much is the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High…?
Nikola Toy lists it at $279 on nikolatoy.com. We refresh prices throughout the day, but always confirm the final price at checkout.
Is there a coupon code for the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High…?
Nikola Toy's store-wide code Welcome can be entered at checkout on nikolatoy.com. Nikola Toy sets the discount, and some items or sale prices may be excluded.
What is Nikola Toy's return policy?
Orders can be canceled within 5 hours for a full refund. After shipment you must accept delivery and then return the item, paying return shipping and any duties for personal-reason returns; custom and Final Sale items have extra limits.
How long does Nikola Toy take to ship?
Standard shipping is free worldwide at 7 to 15 business days, and DHL Express takes 2 to 5 business days. Processing takes 1 to 2 business days, and some items ship from a US warehouse.
Where can I buy the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High…?
The TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High… is sold directly by Nikola Toy on nikolatoy.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there, and code Welcome can be applied at checkout.
Is the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High… in stock?
Yes. Nikola Toy lists it as in stock on nikolatoy.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is Nikola Toy a legit store?
Nikola Toy suits adult collectors and gift shoppers who want unusual metal desk toys, RC tanks or working engine model kits, and shipping is free worldwide. Skip it if you want an easy return: personal-reason returns are at your cost and the store does not publish a warranty. Check the listing for specs and size before ordering, since many product pages carry little description. Our full Nikola Toy review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the TECHING All-Metal Craftsmen Mini Single-Cylinder High… expensive?
At $279 it is toward the top of Nikola Toy's range ($13.90 to $4,499 across 487 products), and similar items from other brands run $58.79 to $899.

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