Top Fuel Dragster

Known for the rich 90% nitromethane-methanol mix that powers their 11,000-horsepower engines (equivalent to the power of ten F1 cars), a Top Fuel Dragster consumes 41.6 liters of fuel per second—the same burn rate as a Boeing 747, except the dragster’s engine is four times more efficient! On a straight track, a Top Fuel Dragster leaves even the fastest Bugatti or Porsche in its dust right at the start of the race. The quarter-mile record is an incredible 3.6 seconds!

A quick glance at the Ugears Dragster will show you that this is no ordinary toy car. The model is propelled by a powerful spring-driven motor and a gearset that transmits power through the crankshaft and a belt drive (a rubber band passed through a roller tensioner) to the rear wheels, which are equipped with special silicone seals for better grip. It has a start/stop button and is capable of popping wheelies when launched from full throttle, just like real dragsters. The Dragster has an open "skeleton" design, allowing you to observe the beauty of the amazing mechanics inside this racing car.

To start the car, first make sure the button is in the "Stop" position. Then turn the non-removable knob on the rear of the Dragster clockwise a dozen times. Place the Dragster on the ground and, while holding it with one hand, switch the Start/Stop button to the "Start" position and release the Dragster. Since this is a Ugears model, and they tend to like realistic details, the air intake flaps are closed in the "Stop" position and open in the "Start" position.

The engines of true top fuel dragsters have a life cycle of just 3 minutes, including warm-up. After each 4-second lap, they are disassembled, inspected, and cleaned. Damaged or worn parts are replaced (clutch, pistons, connecting rods, gaskets, spark plugs), and the entire engine is rebuilt in approximately 40 minutes to be ready for the next race. Fortunately, this dragster doesn't require this maintenance, but during the build, you should pay attention to sanding and lubricating all moving parts thoroughly to keep them working optimally.

UGEARS creates attractive and imaginative mechanical models made of wood that move independently and can be assembled without glue.

Their designs are inspired by real-life mechanisms and demonstrate their love of art and ingenuity. At UGEARS, they believe that building these beautiful models should also be fun, and they dedicate their expertise to the field of engineering.

The meticulous testing and quality control of their products have a single objective: to ensure that their models provide a captivating and rewarding experience for the whole family.