Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces

by Erector

Product Features

• Builds 3 models
• Exclusive speed play-parts and a power tool
• The driller turns into a motor and makes the copter blades really rotate
• Tools and detailed assembly instructions for all 3 models included
• Interchangeable with all Erector sets

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.8 x 15.8 x 11.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000BW49S6
• Item model number: 857901E
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 14 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #129,208 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 2.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Speed Play has a special fastening system that allows for very rapid assembly of projects and all components are compatible with classic Erector sets. Includes a special power tool that speeds up the process of putting the pieces together and doubles as a power source for whatever is being built. Speed Play is faster, easier and extends the creative fun of the Erector product line.

Product Description

Speed Play is a revolutionary new way to play within the Erector product universe. Using a special fastening system, kids can assemble projects faster, easier and more creatively than ever before.

The Erector Helicopter is fully compatible with all classic Erector sets (sold separately). Set builds three different models: helicopter, racing car or beetle. Contains more than 200 parts, plus a dual-function building tool that doubles to power each model.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Fun to build, but doesn't work, January 4, 2009

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= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces (Toy)

I bought this for my son for xmas and am going to return it. Putting the different things together was fun for him, but the whole point of taking the time to do it is that there is a reward at the end: a helicopter that he can operate, or a car or a funny alien thing. But the problem is that the pieces are ill-fitting. The car won't work, for example, because the screws holding the frame together are loose and cannot be tightened. Actually, that is the problem with all the models - the pieces are held together by a plastic brace through which you insert the screw which then expands the plastic to hold the things in place, only the plastic often doesn't expand enough to hold things in place.
I had an erector set as a kid and expected something similar with this kit. The quality is poor in comparison (lots of plastic) and, as I've said, it doesn't work.
Erector is a great idea for budding engineers like my son (I have no such inclination!). He really enjoyed making the models but was understandably frustrated when he couldn't get them to do what they are supposed to do.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Worst toy ever!, August 19, 2009

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F. Apel "faa" (Madison, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces (Toy)

It's hard for me to believe that this thing ever made it out the door. Did no one test this thing before they manufactured it? Granted, the concept is cool. My 9 year old son was giddy when he saw the box, purchased for his birthday. But then it was all down hill quick from there. The little black plugs are hard to get in and even harder to get out. The illustrations on the instructions are so poor, it is near impossible to tell which piece you are supposed to use. In the end, my 15 year old daughter had to pretty much build the whole thing for my 9 year old son, who can otherwise put together a complex Lego set in minutes. Even she had an extremely difficult time getting it together. Then the icing on the cake was when it was all finally assembled (she started with the car), it fell apart. The wheels, for instance are held on by friction. Who thought that was a good idea? I got the same results as all the other reviewers. My son was so disappointed, he asked me to take it back, which I promptly did. This is NOT the Erector quality I had experienced as a kid. Far, far from it. Just cheaply made, plastic junk that does not work. Avoid this thing like the plague, or risk disappointment.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gift for Nephew, January 11, 2007

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Yare Marketing (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces (Toy)

While the Star Wars action figure was the initial hit at Xmas, this one will challenge his engineering mind. Erector still has the quality I remember from my childhood. Though I can't get over the fact that they have power tools instead of a wrench.