Sea turtles have been one of my favorite animals ever since I saw one while snorkeling a few years ago. My LEGO model combines their cute features and elegant swimming movements into one awesome creation.
The model features a mechanism to push and pull the turtle through the water, paddle its flippers, and bob its head, all in one continuous swimming motion. The turtle is made to look as cute as possible, with particular emphasis on the shape of the shell and the head. A sandy scene of colorful coral gives the illusion that the turtle is swimming in a tropical ocean — all while it sits comfortably on your desk, table, or shelf at home!
Check out the video below to see the turtle in action:
I suggest that the model include a mechanism to toggle between a motor and a hand crank, so the turtle can swim by itself for display or be played with interactively.
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