Watch Some Adorable Kitties Take a Ride on a Cat-Sized Custom LEGO Train

We’ve seen all kinds of cool LEGO custom builds over the years. But we’ve just come across one that would probably be welcome in the homes of most cat owners. The YouTube channel Brick Tecnnology specializes in making videos about how to create LEGO vehicles that can climb walls, or how to build a hydraulic LEGO excavator. All are using 3D printed bricks. Those are great, but nothing beats their video where they build a functioning LEGO train that can hold a cat, so kitty can take a ride all around the house, distracted from all those open cardboard boxes.

The folks at Brick Technology stress that the train has an open roof “for quick cat exits.” Obviously, this is essential. The kitties didn’t take to their new train car right away, because cats. So they introduced them gradually to the train to make sure they weren’t scared of it. Here’s what else Brick Technology had to say about creating this unique feline transportation system.

Building an RC LEGO train that cats can ride in with 3D printed rails and wheels. My two cats Cookie and Muffin are tired of walking, they’d rather travel by LEGO train. LEGO isn’t designed for building a large train that can carry cats because it lacks large wheels and rails for smooth movement. To solve this, 3D printing was used to create these parts. The rail switches use magnets or rubber for automatic changing. The bogies have a suspension system to handle uneven tracks and curve tilts, with each wheel powered by a strong, compact Lego L motor. The axles are made of aluminium to avoid bending under the weight. The train is powered by 3 Lego Powered Up hubs, allowing for extra sensors to automate the train further.

Brick Technology

For more cool LEGO builds, although most without cats, check out the Brick Technology YouTube channel.

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