Ages 7+

Marble Roller Coaster

$49.95 USD4.9

Become a thrill engineer and build twisty, turny tabletop roller coasters. Start with a battery-powered Ferris wheel that lifts marbles to the top, then add tracks and towers to make a figure eight or loop-the-loop track. Switch it on and watch the marbles zoom round and round. Ready to build a rad ride of your own?


Why it’s awesome

  1. marble roller coaster towers and track pieces

    Engineer thrills

    Build towers and tracks to make marbles roll ‘round and ‘round.

  2. marble roller coaster running on continuous loop

    Marble-ous motion

    The Ferris wheel turns the coaster into a loop that never stops.

  3. gif showing multiple design set ups of marble coaster

    Double the fun

    Design a loop-the-loop or twisting snake for high-speed marble runs.

What’s included?

  • wood building set (8pcs)

  • hardware set (52 pcs)

  • battery pack with 2 AA batteries

  • 6 marbles

  • paper guide

  • ramp

  • 8 tracks

  • 8 springs

  • wheel cap

  • motorized Ferris wheel set (2 pcs)

  • sticky foam rectangle

  • sheet of guardrail stickers

  • 5 flags

  • 5 flag holders

  • illustrated instruction booklet

Topics explored

  1. Engineering

  2. Potential + kinetic energy

  3. Mechanical motion

Additional details

Base: 35.5 x 26.5 cm Height: 17.5 cm

From the desk of the product designer:

Behind the design

The downward slope leading up to the loop in the Loop-the-Loop build was inspired by the Brachistochrone Curve – meaning that the marble picks up more speed faster to complete the loop and continue on the track!

- KiwiCo Product Designer

By the numbers

24

Marbles lost in the office

311

Ferris wheel rotations during testing

Many!

Real-life coasters used for inspiration


Reviews

4.9

23 reviews

    Susan

    05/31/2025

    This was fun to build. My grandson built 95% of it by himself.

    Wilma M

    04/25/2025

    My 8 year old granddaughter put it together all by herself.

    Debra Claus-Walker

    04/18/2025

    Great for all ages learning engineering/physics/robotics/“Rube Goldberg” concepts and to engage students who crave hands-on activities.

    Gail C

    04/12/2025

    My Grandson loved it! A great challenge for him to do.

    Sarah

    03/28/2025

    He absolutely loved it and so did him mom. The plastic tracks and the noise the marble makes are very soothing to millennial ears. It brings back memories!

    Robert

    03/06/2025

    I saw a picture of one of grandsons looking at it. Their father seems happy

If your child loves the thrill of roller coasters and has a budding interest in engineering, KiwiCo’s Marble Roller Coaster Kit is the perfect toy to spark their creativity and problem-solving skills. This build-your-own roller coaster toy allows kids ages 7 and up to dive into the world of engineering with a hands-on project that’s as fun as it is educational. As they construct their own marble roller coaster, kids will explore concepts like gravity, motion, and energy transfer in an exciting and tangible way. Each piece of the kit is designed to engage young engineers, encouraging them to experiment with different designs and see how their choices affect the speed and movement of the marble. The Marble Roller Coaster Kit isn’t just a toy; it’s a gateway to a deeper understanding of the principles that make roller coasters so thrilling. With its easy-to-follow instructions and durable components, this engineering toy is perfect for curious minds who love to build, tinker, and see their creations come to life. Whether your child is already fascinated by engineering or just starting to explore, this kit offers a dynamic learning experience that they can enjoy over and over again. Plus, the satisfaction of watching their marble zoom through the twists and turns they designed themselves makes this kit a true standout!