NASA Mars Rover Perseverance

NASA's Mars exploration mission comes to life in this detailed 1,132-piece engineering model that recreates the Perseverance rover's key mechanical systems. The set features 360-degree steering, movable robotic arms, and fully articulated suspension designed to navigate uneven Martian terrain, giving builders hands-on experience with the real rover's functional capabilities.

The model includes a buildable version of the Ingenuity helicopter, the small rotorcraft that accompanied Perseverance and achieved the first powered flight on another planet. Both vehicles incorporate authentic design elements and working mechanisms that demonstrate the engineering challenges of Mars exploration.

Interactive Features

An accompanying augmented reality app enhances the building experience by providing detailed information about the rover's mission and scientific instruments. The model includes buildable representations of Perseverance's scientific equipment, allowing builders to explore how the real rover conducts research on the Martian surface.

Specifications

The completed rover measures 23 cm high, 32 cm long and 23 cm wide, making it a substantial display piece suitable for ages 10 and up. The Technic construction system introduces builders to engineering principles through realistic movement and mechanical functions that mirror those used in actual space exploration vehicles.