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product_id: 1359263
title: "Academy Da Vinci Catapult"
brand: "model kits"
price: "£35.06"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Academy Hobby Model Kits"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1359263-academy-da-vinci-catapult
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# Educational experience Historically accurate design Snap-together assembly Academy Da Vinci Catapult

**Brand:** model kits
**Price:** £35.06
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Build, Learn, Launch—Your Da Vinci Adventure Awaits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Academy Da Vinci Catapult by model kits
- **How much does it cost?** £35.06 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1359263-academy-da-vinci-catapult)

## Best For

- model kits enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted model kits brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready to Launch:** Powered by a robust rubber band for authentic catapult action!
- • **Hands-On Learning:** Engage in STEM education while having fun with this working catapult!
- • **A Piece of History:** Crafted to reflect Leonardo da Vinci's genius—perfect for history buffs!
- • **No Mess, No Stress:** No painting or extra assembly needed—just snap and play!
- • **Unleash Your Inner Engineer:** Experience the thrill of building with no glue or tools required!

## Overview

The ACADEMY Da Vinci Catapult is a hands-on educational toy that allows users to construct a historically accurate catapult designed by Leonardo da Vinci. With a simple snap-together assembly and no need for glue or tools, this engaging product promotes STEM learning while providing an authentic launching experience powered by a rubber band.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Academy's Da Vinci Catapult is an interpretation of the original drawing, designed during the Renaissance era by the famous Italian scientist and artist, Leonardo da Vinci. Imagine holding a piece of history in your hand and it operates as well. The Catapult was designed for siege warfare. Like a crossbow, catapult force is obtained from two flexible limbs. Academy's technical engineers captured the wonders of this mechanical masterpiece, making this rubber band powered kit a joy to build, display or operate. It snaps together without any tools, glue, batteries and it doesn't need painting. Leonardo da Vinci's design used the tension stored in bent wood to fling objects great distances. This model can hurl its "stone boulders" 15' or more. Part of Academy's Da Vinci Machine Series, this easy to assemble, historical and educational kit would make a terrific introductory model for the budding modeler, student looking for a school project, or lots of fun for the office.

Review: He was able to build it by himself and it is very sturdy. We added an additional rubberband to the handle ... - We got this for my nine year old son. He was able to build it by himself and it is very sturdy. We added an additional rubberband to the handle which improved the design and made launching easier. It has been a lot of fun and a good learning tool.
Review: great little catapult for older kids or science demos - I used this to promote our summer reading program which has a science theme. The kids LOVED IT!!! They asked me to give it away as prize at the end of the summer. I might buy another one for a prize. A couple of teens put it together for me and it works well. It can only fling very light items- I used pom poms and am hoping to fling some marshmellows this weekend. It isn't a toy for younger kids though. It's resin and could be broken if it is handled roughly. So good for older kids or demonstrations.

## Features

- Catapult designed by Leonardo da Vinci
- Powered operation provided by a rubber band/actually works
- Snap together - no glue or tools required
- Historically accurate and educational
- No painting required

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004IK84D8 |
| Age Range (Description) | Kid |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Art Craft Kit Type | catapult building kit |
| Brand | ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS |
| Brand Name | ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 83 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08809258928546 |
| Included Components | Catapult |
| Item Dimensions | 6.5 x 4.75 x 11.5 inches |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 6.5 x 4.75 x 11.5 inches |
| Manufacturer | Model Rectifier Corp. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACY18137 |
| Material | Stone , Wood |
| Material Type | Stone, Wood |
| Model Name | Da Vinci Catapult |
| Model Number | 18137 |
| Number of Pieces | 42 |
| Product Style | Snap |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Size | Medium to Large |
| Subject Character | Historical |
| Theme | historical |
| UPC | 885878525547 787799570838 885184800079 |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer will repair at its expense any product proven defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials. Manufacturer will repair said product without charge for necessary parts or labor. If the product can not be repaired, it will be replaced with another product of equal or greater value. This warranty only extends to the original purchaser. Warranty repairs must be returned freight … |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS
- **Age Range (Description):** Kid
- **Color:** 成型色
- **Theme:** historical
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 6.5 x 4.75 x 11.5 inches

## Images

![Academy Da Vinci Catapult - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rPzdOG2OL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ He was able to build it by himself and it is very sturdy. We added an additional rubberband to the handle ...
*by T***M on July 13, 2016*

We got this for my nine year old son. He was able to build it by himself and it is very sturdy. We added an additional rubberband to the handle which improved the design and made launching easier. It has been a lot of fun and a good learning tool.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great little catapult for older kids or science demos
*by L***Y on June 11, 2014*

I used this to promote our summer reading program which has a science theme. The kids LOVED IT!!! They asked me to give it away as prize at the end of the summer. I might buy another one for a prize. A couple of teens put it together for me and it works well. It can only fling very light items- I used pom poms and am hoping to fling some marshmellows this weekend. It isn't a toy for younger kids though. It's resin and could be broken if it is handled roughly. So good for older kids or demonstrations.

### ⭐ Directions only written in Korean
*by A***S on January 8, 2017*

The text on the box cover is in English...the product I received had Korean on the box cover, which is no big deal, however, the directions were only written in Korean....if only I read Korean. An adult could probably figure it out from just the pictures, but I bought this as a gift for a 13 year old boy, and I think it would be too difficult. I was not impressed.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-03*