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product_id: 620901920
title: "Catapult Engineering STEM Maker Kit, Build 6 Models of Unique Medieval Machines, Explore Mechanical Physics, Includes Safe Foam Balls & Soft-Tipped Projectiles, Suitable for Ages 8+"
brand: "thames & kosmos"
price: "€ 73.53"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
category: "Thames & Kosmos"
url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/620901920-catapult-engineering-stem-maker-kit-build-6-models-of-unique
store_origin: AT
region: Austria
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# Includes safe foam balls & target blocks 32-page full-color physics manual 6 buildable medieval siege models Catapult Engineering STEM Maker Kit, Build 6 Models of Unique Medieval Machines, Explore Mechanical Physics, Includes Safe Foam Balls & Soft-Tipped Projectiles, Suitable for Ages 8+

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** € 73.53
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏰 Launch Your STEM Journey with Medieval Mastery!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Catapult Engineering STEM Maker Kit, Build 6 Models of Unique Medieval Machines, Explore Mechanical Physics, Includes Safe Foam Balls & Soft-Tipped Projectiles, Suitable for Ages 8+ by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** € 73.53 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/620901920-catapult-engineering-stem-maker-kit-build-6-models-of-unique)

## 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

- • **Physics in Action:** Explore force, energy, motion, and trajectory through engaging, real-world experiments.
- • **Safe & Smart Play:** Soft foam projectiles and secure design ensure fun without worry—perfect for curious minds 8+.
- • **Step-by-Step Success:** Detailed, illustrated manual guides every build and experiment, making complex concepts accessible and fun.
- • **Creative Castle Challenge:** Transform the box into a customizable castle and test your aim with included targets for immersive play.
- • **Master Medieval Mechanics:** Build 6 authentic siege engines from catapults to trebuchets, blending history with hands-on STEM.

## Overview

The Thames & Kosmos Catapult Engineering STEM Maker Kit lets kids aged 8+ build six functional medieval siege machines, including catapults and trebuchets. With a 32-page illustrated manual, safe foam projectiles, and interactive target blocks, it combines hands-on engineering with physics experiments on force, energy, and motion. This kit encourages critical thinking, creativity, and dexterity while delivering immersive, educational fun.

## Description

Investigate physics using technology from medieval times! Build six sleek, functional models of catapults, trebuchets, and launchers. Use these classic siege weapons to conduct simple experiments that demonstrate important physics and engineering topics like force, energy, motion, and trajectory. The included lightweight foam balls and soft darts are safe and effective projectiles to fling at your cardboard “castle” and other targets! The 32-page, full-color manual has illustrated step-by-step instructions for building the models and conducting the experiments.

## Features

- Build six sleek, functional toy models of catapults, trebuchets, and launchers.
- Models include classic seige devices from medieval times: crossbow, reverse-draw crossbow, onager, catapult, trebuchet, and ballista.
- The 32-page, full-color illustrated manual includes detailed assembly instructions as well as experiments that demonstrate physics and engineering topics like force, energy, motion, and trajectory.
- Specially designed and tested for safety, the kit includes soft foam balls and foam-tipped projectiles; building components are designed to allow only the included projectiles to be inserted.
- Bonus activities! Also includes cardboard target blocks to test your aim, and the box itself transforms into a castle kids can color and decorate to set the scene for their medieval physics adventures!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CRGN5XDQ |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #25,635 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #253 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 121 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Construction Skills, Creative Skills, Critical Thinking, Dexterity Skills, STEM |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00814743018709 |
| Included Components | 2 soft-tipped darts, Plastic building parts, foam ball |
| Item Dimensions | 10 x 1.7 x 11 inches |
| Item Type Name | Physics Experiment Kit |
| Item Weight | 408 g |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 550056 |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | 550056 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Set Name | 6 |
| Size | Medium |
| Theme | Physics |
| UPC | 814743018709 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

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*Last updated: 2026-11-14*