BIRANCO 3-in-1 Stunt Racer Kit: a 353-piece RC building set explained

The BIRANCO 3-in-1 Stunt Racer is a building kit with 353 pieces that makes a remote-controlled tracked car, and the same parts can be rebuilt as a tumbler robot or a spin car. It combines construction with a toy that moves, and it is aimed at children aged 8 to 12. Here is what the kit includes and what to expect.

Three models from one set

The brand's main model is a tracked racer that it says moves in all directions and turns through 360°, driving over larger obstacles thanks to its tracks. After building it, you can take it apart and build the tumbler robot or the spin car from scratch. BIRANCO also says the set is compatible with its "Orange" model, which would give a total of six models between them.

Being able to rebuild the same pieces is part of the appeal: the construction is the activity, and a new project doesn't need a new kit.

What building involves

A step-by-step instruction book guides the build. The brand openly says it takes time, and a kit of this size typically takes a child an afternoon or more, possibly with help from an adult for the fiddlier steps. Pieces are made of ABS plastic, a hard, common plastic used in many construction toys.

Kits like this are often described as STEM toys because they involve following instructions, understanding how parts fit together and seeing motors, gears and tracks at work. BIRANCO says it supports hand-eye coordination and problem solving.

Battery and remote

The racer has a built-in 400mAh, 7.2V rechargeable battery. BIRANCO says it gives up to 25 minutes of play per full charge, controlled by a 2.4G remote. A 2.4G remote typically means a steady connection that doesn't clash with other remotes in the same room, though range varies. The brand states the toy meets ASTM F963 toy safety requirements, which is a US toy standard.

Size

The box measures about 11.0 x 8.7 x 2.6 inches (28 x 22 x 6.6 cm). A built model will be a different size, so check the instructions for dimensions.

Who it suits

It suits children in the 8-12 range who enjoy building and want to drive what they have built. It is a reasonable project for a rainy weekend, and a parent or older sibling can join in. Younger children may find the build frustrating, and the brand's age range is worth respecting because of the small parts.

What to check before you buy

• Age: the brand rates it for ages 8 and up, and small parts are not for younger children.
• Time: allow a good block of time for the first build.
• Charging: check how the battery charges and how long a charge takes.
• Remote: confirm which batteries the remote needs and whether they are included.
• Surface: tracked models cope better with rough ground, but check the manual for suitable surfaces.
• Rebuilds: if you want six models, check that the second kit mentioned is compatible.

The short version

• A 353-piece kit building a tracked RC racer, tumbler robot or spin car.
• Built-in 400mAh rechargeable battery; up to 25 minutes per charge, says BIRANCO.
• 2.4G remote control and a step-by-step instruction book.
• ABS plastic parts; meets ASTM F963 requirements, according to the brand.
• Aimed at ages 8 to 12.

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