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Connetix Magnetic Connetix Rainbow Transport Set
Connetix Magnetic Connetix Rainbow Transport Set
Rainbow Transport Set

Rainbow Transport Set

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Transform static towers into rolling fleets with this 50-piece expansion pack, featuring rubber-wheeled bases that glide silently across timber floors and tiles.
🚗 Real rubber wheels grip the floor for smooth driving without scratching surfaces or sliding sideways.
🧲 Stronger magnets ensure heavy trucks and tall trains stay intact during vigorous push-along play.
✨ Signature bevel design refracts light to create glowing vehicles when played with near a sunny window.
🏗️ Three vehicle bases included (one large reversible grey, two clear) to support multi-carriage trains or fleet play.

In the box: 1 x Grey Transport Base (Reversible), 2 x Clear Motion Bases, 15 x Door pieces, 4 x Small Squares, 2 x Window pieces, 18 x Rectangles, 3 x Equilateral Triangles, 3 x Right Angle Triangles, 2 x Isosceles Triangles (50 pieces total). Works with Magna-Tiles and other magnetic tiles.

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The Educator's Note
  • Real rubber wheels: Most magnetic cars use cheap plastic wheels that scratch floors and slide. These use real rubber for traction and silence—a huge practical win for parents.
  • Structural integrity: The inclusion of 15 'door' frames is deliberate; these pieces act as excellent structural walls for vehicles, allowing for taller, more stable builds.
  • Engineering challenge: Building on a moving base requires different problem-solving skills than building on the floor, pushing children to consider balance and weight distribution.

Play Specifications

🧒 3 years +
Recommended for ages 3 years +
🧱 Builder
Construction & Engineering
📖 Storyteller
Role Play & Imagination
🔉 Quiet
Low volume
🏠 Indoor
Living Room / Playroom
👤 Independent Play
Solo / Self-Correcting
👥 Group Play
Collaborative / Multi-Player
🧠 Cognitive
Problem Solving & Logic
🏃 Gross Motor
Movement & Coordination
🤏 Fine Motor
Precision & Grip
💡 Creativity
Innovation & Imagination

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More about this pack
This pack instantly upgrades your existing magnetic tiles collection by adding the one thing children ask for most: movement. The signature rubber wheels are a standout feature—unlike cheap plastic alternatives, these glide silently and grip the floor, meaning the fire engine or delivery truck actually drives where it's pushed. The strong magnets hold firm even when the 'cargo' gets heavy. Starts as simple push-and-go play for toddlers, then evolves into complex engineering as they learn to construct stable vehicle bodies. From around 3 years, it bridges the gap between simple stacking and structural design.

The Difference Real Wheels Make

If you've ever watched a child try to push a plastic-wheeled toy across a smooth floor, you know the frustration—it slides rather than rolls. Connetix solved this by using real rubber wheels on their transport bases. The difference in play is immediate: the vehicles track straight, handle corners, and move silently. For parents, this means no crashing plastic noise on timber floorboards; for children, it means their ambulance or delivery truck actually goes where they send it.

Engineering in Motion

Building on a moving base introduces a new developmental challenge. Unlike a static tower, a vehicle has to withstand momentum. Children quickly learn that they need to cross-brace their walls and balance the weight of their cargo to prevent the truck from tipping on a turn. This trial-and-error process builds resilience and practical physics knowledge without them realizing they're learning.

A Foundation for Fleet Building

More than a simple accessory, this pack is a structural expansion. The set includes a generous number of 'door' pieces (15), which are actually the secret weapon for vehicle building—they form rigid, window-like walls that hold the roof on securely. With one large grey transport base and two clear car bases, there are enough foundations for siblings to build side-by-side without arguing over who gets to be the driver. Compatible with major brands like MAGNA-TILES, this set breathes new life into your existing collection.

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Connetix Magnetic Connetix Rainbow Transport Set

Who's this for

An essential expansion for builders ready to add motion to their structures.
  • The Vehicle Obsessed (3+ years): For the child who turns every object into a car or train—this gives them the proper tools to build their own fleet.
  • Existing Connetix Owners: You cannot build mobile structures without these specific bases; this pack unlocks a new mode of play for your existing tiles.
  • Siblings sharing a collection: With three bases included (one train, two cars), it reduces arguments over who gets to control the vehicle.
Connetix Magnetic Connetix Rainbow Transport Set

Why gift givers choose this

  • Silent Play: The rubber wheels roll quietly on timber floors—no crashing plastic noise.
  • Floor Protection: Designed not to scratch or mark delicate floorboards during enthusiastic races.
  • Stronger Hold: The magnets are powerful enough to keep the truck together when it hits a skirting board.
  • Open-Ended: Today it's a train, tomorrow a mobile castle, next week a rolling zoo.

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