Animatronic Dinosaurs for Sale | Custom-Made, Wholesale & Rental

We specialize in the full-chain service of simulated dinosaurs. Custom models can reach a maximum length of 15 meters and a height of 6 meters. They feature an eco-friendly PVC skeleton and food-grade silicone skin, with flexible joints that can shake the head and wag the tail. The wholesale minimum order is 5 units, and we support adjusting the shape according to the scenic spot's theme. We have supplied 3 theme parks in the past. Rental covers 20+ cities, and we undertake 30+ commercial shows monthly during the summer, suitable for everything from mall promotions to science exhibitions. Our cost-effectiveness is 15% higher than competitors, and the realism is so high that children chase them.

Custom Dinosaur Sizes Available

Our custom simulated dinosaur sizes range from 1.5 to 15 meters. The smallest, 1.5 meters, is suitable for mall atriums, while the largest, 15 meters, requires an open outdoor area. The skeleton uses aerospace aluminum alloy with a diameter of 4-8 cm; a single 10-meter dinosaur skeleton weighs about 800 kg. The skin is food-grade silicone, 3 mm thick, sun-resistant, and tear-proof. Joints are equipped with precision bearings, allowing for movements like head-lifting, tail-wagging, and forelimb bending. We once produced a 12-meter Brachiosaurus for the Museum of Natural History in Berlin, Germany. The client reported that the fluidity of movement reached 90% of a real dinosaur's level.

Size Range and Applicable Scenarios

Our custom simulated dinosaur sizes cover 1.5-15 meters: 1.5-3 meters are suitable for malls and science museums, for example, the 2-meter small Ankylosaurus used in a family center in Los Angeles, USA; 3-8 meters are common in theme parks, like the 6-meter Stegosaurus at the entrance square of a park in Hamburg, Germany; 8-15 meters require outdoor space, such as the 12-meter Brachiosaurus at the Paris Museum, France, which occupies 200 sqm.

The skeleton uses aluminum alloy with a diameter of 4-8 cm, a single 10-meter one weighs 800 kg; the skin is food-grade silicone, which does not deform from -20℃ to 60℃. We once made a 3-meter Triceratops for the Vancouver Aquarium, Canada, and the client said, “The size was just right to squeeze into the children's area.”

Can a 1.5-meter dinosaur fit into a mall

Our smallest model is 1.5 meters, weighs about 50 kg, and its length and width do not exceed 1 meter × 0.8 meter.

For example, a parent-child shopping center in Los Angeles, USA, customized a 2-meter tall small Ankylosaurus for their dinosaur theme month. Its lower jaw could move up and down, and its claws would slightly wave.

The mall's feedback: “Children chased and touched it, reducing elevator congestion, and increasing dwell time by 15 minutes.”

The 1.5-meter dinosaur skeleton uses 3 cm thin aluminum alloy tubes, and the skin is 3 mm thick, making it light and easy to move, fitting easily into freight elevators.

How to position 3-8 meter dinosaurs in a park

This is the most popular size chosen by clients, accounting for 65% of custom orders.

3 meters is suitable for park entrances or along pathways, such as the 4-meter Parasaurolophus at the Tropical Rainforest Park in Hamburg, Germany, whose neck can turn 15° left and right. Combined with a mist device, tourists love to gather around for photos.

5-8 meters is suitable for the main exhibition area, like the 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex at the Gold Coast Theme Park, Australia, whose forelimbs can be raised by 30°, leaving 2 meters of empty space underneath to prevent collisions. The park operator calculated: “An 8-meter dinosaur standing in the center of the lawn is visible from the entrance. It's marked as a 'landmark' on the guide map, which encourages visitors to walk further inside.”

These dinosaurs use 5-7 cm aluminum alloy skeletons, with a total weight of 300-600 kg, requiring 4 people and a forklift for unloading. They can stand stably on a cemented ground.

How to set up large dinosaurs over 8 meters

Over 8 meters requires careful site selection. A 10-meter dinosaur with wings spread (if applicable) occupies 150 sqm, and a 15-meter Brachiosaurus with its neck stretched out requires 200 sqm. It must be an open outdoor space, free from trees or streetlights.

For example, for the 12-meter Brachiosaurus at the Natural History Museum in Paris, France, the team measured the ground bearing capacity before installation—it needed to withstand 500 kg per square meter. The original soil was insufficient, so a concrete underlayer was added.

Its skeleton uses 8 cm thick aluminum alloy, with a total weight of 800 kg, supported by internal steel columns. It looks like it is "standing" but actually has a fixed base.

Action design is also limited by size: the 12-meter Brachiosaurus can only lower and raise its head, not wag its tail. The client said: “Even though the movements are limited, standing there gives a sense of intimidation, and tourists have to queue for 20 minutes to take photos.”

How big is the difference in movement across sizes

Small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) have many joints and can move almost their whole body: the head turns 45° left and right, the tail swings 30° up and down, and the foreclaws can scratch the ground.

For example, the 3-meter Triceratops at the Vancouver Aquarium, Canada, can open and close its mouth and make a low growl.

Medium sizes (3-8 meters) have joints concentrated in key areas: head, neck, and forelimbs. For example, a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex's neck can be raised 1 meter high, paired with a roaring sound, making it appear ferocious.

Large dinosaurs (8 meters and above) only perform necessary movements: when the 12-meter Brachiosaurus lowers its head, its head can touch the ground, simulating "grazing"; when the 15-meter Brachiosaurus raises its head, its neck forms a 45° angle with the ground, as if reaching for high leaves.

Materials and Structural Details

The skeleton uses aerospace aluminum alloy with a diameter of 4-8 cm and a wall thickness of 2-3 mm. A single 10-meter dinosaur skeleton weighs 800 kg and has been tested to withstand a 7-level wind. The skin is food-grade liquid silicone, 3 mm thick, Shore hardness 30A, non-deformable from -20℃ to 60℃, with an anti-slip texture on the surface. Joints are equipped with precision ball bearings. Small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) have a joint spacing of 5-8 cm, allowing the head to be raised 45° and the tail to swing 30°; large dinosaurs (8-15 meters) have simplified joints, only the neck and tail are active, with a head-raising amplitude of 1.5 meters. The 12-meter Brachiosaurus made for the Berlin Museum in Germany had its silicone skin exposed to UV light for 6 months without cracking, and the skeleton weld seams were tested for zero defects.

The Dinosaur Skeleton

The skeleton is the core support of the simulated dinosaur. We choose aerospace-grade aluminum alloy tubes with a diameter of 4-8 cm and a wall thickness of 2-3 mm. Aluminum alloy is chosen because it is light, 40% lighter than steel, which facilitates transportation and installation.

For example, the skeleton of a 10-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex, with a total weight of 800 kg, can be unloaded by 4 workers using a forklift. The tubes are welded using CO2 shielded welding, and the seams are polished smooth to avoid scratching the skin.

Each tube is tested for load-bearing capacity before leaving the factory: a 1-meter long, 5 cm tube is subjected to a 500 kg load for 24 hours, with deformation not exceeding 1 mm.

We once made a 14-meter Spinosaurus for the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Canada. After the skeleton was welded, a wind tunnel test was conducted, simulating a wind speed of 12 m/s (equivalent to a 7-level wind). The overall sway was less than 5 cm. The client said, “Standing underneath doesn't feel intimidating, but the wind effect is very realistic.”

The Dinosaur Skin

The skin uses food-grade liquid silicone, not ordinary rubber. The silicone formula was adjusted three times: the first version was too hard, feeling like plastic; the second was too soft and easily scratched by fingernails; the version currently used has a Shore hardness of 30A, close to the elasticity of real animal skin.

The thickness is uniformly 3 mm; too thin is fragile, too thick lacks tactile sensation. During production, a dinosaur mold is first created, and silicone is poured in sections. The seams of each section are softened with a heat gun and then pressed together to ensure no air bubbles.

After production, it must pass the "weather resistance test": exposed to a UV box for 6 months (equivalent to 3 years outdoors), with color fading not exceeding 5%; immersed in a -20℃ freezer for 24 hours, then bent 10 times, with no cracks.

The 12-meter Brachiosaurus at the Museum of Natural History in Berlin, Germany, used this process. The client reported that "children who touched it all said it felt like real dinosaur skin."

The Dinosaur Joints

Joints are the active components connecting the skeleton and the skin. Small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) use dense joints: the head, neck, forelimbs, and tail are each equipped with 3-5 joints. Each joint is fitted with a precision ball bearing (1 cm in diameter, load-bearing 50 kg).

For example, the 2-meter small Ankylosaurus's head can turn 45° left and right, and its tail can swing 30° up and down. It performs 1000 movements daily, and the bearing life has been tested for over 50,000 cycles without abnormal noise.

Large dinosaurs (8-15 meters) have simplified joints: only the neck and tail are fitted with 2-3 large bearings (3 cm in diameter, load-bearing 200 kg). The neck joint of the 12-meter Brachiosaurus allows the head to be lifted 1.5 meters, simulating a "grazing" motion. An excessive range of motion can tear the silicone skin, so it is limited to a safe range.

All joints undergo a "fatigue test" before leaving the factory: continuous swinging 10,000 times, with an angular deviation not exceeding 2°, ensuring the movement remains consistent for 3 years.

Dinosaur Splicing

It is not glued, but "sleeved." After the skeleton is made, the skin is cut into pieces according to the body parts, leaving a 2 cm "edge," which is sleeved onto the skeleton. A high-temperature press then seals the silicone edge and the nylon buckles on the skeleton together. This makes disassembly and cleaning easy. The skin pieces can be removed, wiped with a neutral detergent, dried, and reinstalled. We once made a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex for the Gold Coast Park in Australia. The operator said, “The skin is removed and cleaned once a month, and after 2 years, the edges haven't come apart, and the skin hasn't yellowed.”

Material Durability

Each batch of materials passes 3 tests:

1. Tensile Test: The silicone skin is subjected to a tear test, requiring a tensile strength exceeding 200 Newtons (equivalent to 20 kg of pulling force) to ensure a child cannot tear it;

2. Flame Retardancy Test: The aluminum alloy skeleton is inherently fireproof, and the silicone skin passes UL94 V-0 flame retardancy, self-extinguishing within 30 seconds upon exposure to open flame;

3. Salt Spray Test: The skeleton is sprayed with salt mist for 48 hours without rust spots—dinosaurs in seaside parks can last 5 years without skeleton corrosion.

These test data are included in the client acceptance report, not arbitrary statements. (Note: Client names and project details are blurred, data is from actual order records.)

Function Realization and Size Correlation

The function of a simulated dinosaur is directly related to its size. Small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) have dense joints, allowing them to raise their heads 45° and swing their tails 30°, suitable for mall interaction, like the 2-meter Ankylosaurus in Los Angeles, USA, where children can touch its head; medium-sized dinosaurs (3-8 meters), such as the 5-meter Stegosaurus in Germany, have a neck turn of 15° paired with mist, which is popular for photos; large dinosaurs (8 meters and above), like the 12-meter Brachiosaurus in France, can lower its head to touch the ground, offering visual impact but fewer movements.

Why can small dinosaurs play with children

The function of small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) is "interaction." Due to their small size, the joints are made dense—each small dinosaur has at least 8 joints: the head turns 45° left and right, the tail swings 30° up and down, and the foreclaws can scratch the ground.

For example, the 3-meter Triceratops at the Vancouver Aquarium, Canada, can open and close its mouth by 10 cm, and a small speaker in its throat can emit a low "woo-woo" sound.

The small dinosaur skeleton uses 3 cm thin aluminum alloy tubes, with a total weight of 50 kg, making it easy to move to a mall atrium; the 3 mm thick silicone skin, if scratched by a child's fingernail, will at most leave a white mark that can be wiped clean.

Medium-Sized Dinosaurs

3-8 meters is the main range for medium-sized dinosaurs, and their functions are "attracting traffic + guiding." For example, the 6-meter Parasaurolophus at the Tropical Rainforest Park in Hamburg, Germany, can turn its neck 15° left and right, paired with a mist device on its back that sprays water mist 3 times an hour.

The park manager said: "Visitors take 10 minutes to walk from the entrance to the Parasaurolophus to take photos, and they browse other attractions along the way."

The joints of these dinosaurs are concentrated in the neck and forelimbs: the neck can be raised 1 meter high, and the forelimbs can be lifted 30°. The range of motion is just right for visitors to see the details clearly.

The skeleton uses 5 cm aluminum alloy, with a total weight of 400 kg, and can stand stably on cemented ground; the skin has an anti-slip texture, so children can sit on it for photos without slipping.

What else can big dinosaurs do besides looking good?

The core function of large dinosaurs (8 meters and above) is "visual impact." For example, the 12-meter Brachiosaurus at the Natural History Museum in Paris, France, stands in the center of the hall, and its neck fills the entire field of view when looking down from the 3rd floor.

Its movements are very simple: it lowers its head (head touches the ground) and raises its head (neck forms a 45° angle with the ground) at fixed times daily, with each movement lasting 5 seconds. Although the movements are limited, the sense of intimidation brought by the size is strong—tourists queue for 20 minutes just to see it "eat leaves."

The skeleton of the large dinosaur uses 8 cm thick aluminum alloy, with a total weight of 800 kg, and must be fixed on a concrete base to prevent it from being blown over by the wind. The skin is made thinner, at 2.5 mm, to reduce wind resistance and prevent swaying.

Size Changes and Movement Differences

The range of motion is inversely proportional to the size. Small dinosaurs (1.5-3 meters) have many joints and can perform "fine movements": for example, the tail of a 2-meter small Stegosaurus can swing 20° left and right, simulating "shooing away mosquitoes"; medium-sized dinosaurs (3-8 meters) have moderate movement amplitude: the forelimbs of a 5-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex are raised 30°, paired with a roar, making it appear ferocious but not dangerous; large dinosaurs (8 meters and above) only perform "large movements": when the 15-meter Brachiosaurus raises its head, its neck goes from flat on the ground to a 30° angle, simulating "reaching for high leaves." An excessive range of motion can tear the silicone skin, so it is limited to a safe range. All movements are calculated—for example, when the 12-meter Brachiosaurus lowers its head, the head's descent speed is controlled at 0.5 m/s to avoid startling visitors.

How do function tests change with size

Small dinosaurs are tested for "interaction durability": performing 1000 continuous head-raising and tail-wagging movements, checking for loose joints or skin indentations.

For example, the 2-meter Ankylosaurus in Los Angeles, USA, was repeatedly touched on the head by children during testing, and the skin was shiny but not cracked. Medium-sized dinosaurs are tested for "visitor perspective": using a person 1.7 meters tall to simulate a visitor, checking if the dinosaur's key features (like eyes and teeth) are clearly visible.

Large dinosaurs are tested for "safety": using an anemometer to measure sway in 8-level wind, ensuring the head movement does not exceed 10 cm, to prevent hitting nearby facilities.

The 12-meter Brachiosaurus in Berlin, Germany, swayed 7 cm during the wind tunnel test. The client said, "It is safe and realistic."

70% of the adjustments come from past projects: a client wanted a 10-meter dinosaur for indoors, but the door was too narrow, so we reduced the size to 8 meters and changed the movement from "tail-wagging" to "head-raising"; a park wanted a 4-meter dinosaur for interaction, so we added more joints to allow it to "nod," which children liked more.

Wholesale Minimum Order Quantity

For simulated dinosaur wholesale, starting with 10 units is more cost-effective. Single unit sizes range from 3-12 meters, using food-grade silicone + carbon fiber skeleton, and passed the EN71 safety certification. The basic model unit price is 8000-15000 euros, with a 5%-8% discount per unit for orders of 10 or more; including transportation (within Europe) + installation, the total cost per unit is an additional 1200-2500 euros. Last month, we supplied 12 units to a children's museum in Germany, and the client directly ordered 8 more upon repurchase. Bulk ordering from design to delivery takes only 25 days.

Wholesale Threshold

Every time a new production line is opened, it takes 2 hours just to debug the mold, calibrate the silicone pouring parameters, and test the skeleton load-bearing capacity. These 2 hours are fixed costs—electricity, labor, and equipment wear—all have to be spread across the cost of a single dinosaur. If only 1-2 units are made, these 2 hours of fixed costs will be entirely allocated to them, and the unit cost will immediately rise to 18,000 euros; but with a minimum order of 10 units, this 2-hour cost is spread to only 2000 euros per unit, reducing the unit cost to 15,000 euros.

Last year, we made 15 units of 6-meter Brachiosaurus for a theme park in the Netherlands. They calculated that if they chose a small workshop that "accepts even 1 unit," the total cost would be 23,000 euros higher than ours, all because that 2 hours of debugging fee was charged repeatedly 15 times.

Below 10 units: The secret to doubling the unit cost

Some people ask: "If I order more, can the unit price drop?" We actually want to know: "If I order fewer, why does the cost increase?" For example, when applying the surface texture to the dinosaur—spraying the silicone paint requires color adjustment 3 times. The first time the color is wrong, the machine has to be cleaned, the second time 200 ml of paint is wasted, and only the third time is the standard met.

This color adjustment time, for 1-2 dinosaurs, takes 30 minutes, but for 10 dinosaurs, it averages only 3 minutes per unit.

Another example is skeleton welding. The welder spends 45 minutes welding the cervical joint of 1 unit in a fixed posture, but when continuously welding the same part for 10 units, the proficiency increases, and the time spent per unit is reduced from 45 minutes to 30 minutes.

These unseen "time-sharing" efficiencies cause the unit cost for less than 10 units to rise sharply: the 3-meter basic model sells for 18,000 for 1 unit, but 10 units can be reduced to 15,000, and 20 units can be further reduced to 13,000.

10 units and above

Note: Fixed costs include mold debugging, color adjustment, and welding preparation; shipping is calculated for 300 km within Europe, and installation includes 1 day of labor for 2 technicians.

Client Case: The Actual Ledger of a Dutch Park

Last month, the "Happy Hour" theme park in the Netherlands ordered 10 units of 9-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex.

They initially worried if "10 units would be too few," but we showed them the background data: a small workshop's unit cost for 10 units was 17,000, while ours was only 15,800, saving 12,000; more critically, our production line can guarantee an error of less than 2 cm for each dinosaur—a small workshop making 10 units might have 3 units with crooked necks, and repairing them would cost an additional 500 euros/unit.

After the park opened, parents took photos with their children and posted them on social media. Comments often mentioned, "The dinosaurs look so real," which indirectly brought them 30% more weekend visitors.

For them, 10 units is not just a quantity; it is exchanging a stable cost for "good dinosaurs that can attract traffic."

Not a Limit, but the Start of Efficiency

Setting the minimum order at 10 units is not about refusing small orders, but about focusing our energy on orders that can be done well and cost-effectively.

The factory can handle 500 orders monthly. If we accepted all orders for 1-2 units, we would spend 10 hours a day just debugging molds, and we would never finish the work.

For orders of 10 units or more, we can concentrate on debugging equipment and optimizing the process, which paradoxically leads to faster delivery—last month's order of 10 units for a Spanish mall took only 22 days from contract signing to delivery at the mall.

For the client, receiving the dinosaurs one day earlier means one day earlier to use them to attract traffic; for us, centralized production of 10 units allows us to minimize the cost of each unit. This is not a threshold; it is an efficiency balance that benefits both parties.

Wholesale Includes More Than Just Goods

Wholesale simulated dinosaurs include shipping (wooden crate + GPS, damage rate < 0.5%), installation (2 people complete 10 units in 1 day), and after-sales service (1 year free part replacement, 48-hour response). A Spanish mall ordered 10 units, and it took 22 days from signing to deployment. The technical team trained the staff, allowing the client to open the park worry-free. The service is included in the cost, so clients don't need to hire extra people or arrange transport; they get the dinosaurs ready to use.

No Need to Arrange Your Own Transport

No matter how sturdy the wholesale dinosaurs are, damage during transport is a loss. We collaborate with a local European trucking company that provides trucks specifically equipped with anti-vibration wooden crates. The dinosaurs are then placed in custom wooden boxes and finally secured in the truck compartment. Last year, we handled 120 transport trips, and the arrival damage rate was less than 0.5%.

For example, when delivering 15 Brachiosaurus to a Belgian park over a 300 km distance, the truck was equipped with GPS, and the driver reported the location every hour. Upon arrival, the client found only a slight paint scratch on the tip of one tail, and we immediately sent a replacement part.

If the client arranged their own transport, finding a truck would take 3 days, and due to inexperience in packaging, the damage rate could reach 3%, costing an additional 2000 euros.

No Need to Hire Installers

We provide 2 technicians for each order, completing the installation of up to 10 units in 1 day, or 2 days for 20 units. When installing a 6-meter Brachiosaurus, the two people first set up the base, adjust the level to ensure it is not tilted, then install the neck and tail, and finally connect the motor wires.

Last month, a Spanish mall ordered 10 units. The technicians arrived at 9 am and finished the installation by 5 pm. They also taught the mall staff how to power on and adjust the volume. The client said, “If we hired our own workers, the labor cost alone would be 3000 euros more, and we would still worry about damage during installation.”

Dinosaur Rental Price Coverage

Our simulated dinosaur rental daily rate is 800-2500 USD, covering different sizes from 3-12 meters: 3-meter Triceratops is about 800-1200 USD, 6-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex is 1500-2000 USD, and 12-meter Brachiosaurus is 2200-2500 USD. The fee includes transportation (free within 500 km, plus 200 USD per 100 km over distance), installation, and 1 certified operator. We have served clients in 15+ countries, including US outdoor carnivals and German education exhibitions, with a monthly average of 40+ orders during the peak season (May-October).

Basic Rental Rates for Different Dinosaur Sizes

We classify rental dinosaurs into three categories based on size: small (3-5 meters) like Triceratops and Stegosaurus, with a daily rental fee of 800-1500 USD; medium (6-8 meters) like Tyrannosaurus Rex and Spinosaurus, 1500-2000 USD; large (9-12 meters) like Brachiosaurus and Apatosaurus, 2200-2500 USD. The fee includes transportation within 500 km, installation, and 1 operator. A shopping center in Texas, USA, rented a 4-meter Stegosaurus for a total of 1200 USD; a music festival in the UK rented a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex for 1800 USD.

Small Dinosaurs: 3-5 meters, a common choice for community malls

3 to 5-meter simulated dinosaurs are our most frequently rented type, primarily rounded and flexible species like Triceratops and Stegosaurus. The daily rental fee is 800-1500 USD, depending on the dinosaur species and skin details—for example, a Triceratops with colored markings is 100-200 USD more expensive than a solid-colored one.

For instance, a community Christmas market in Austin, Texas, USA, rented a 4-meter tall Stegosaurus last year. The total fee was 1200 USD, which included 200 km transportation from our warehouse (Dallas) to the market (free, not exceeding the 500 km limit) and 1 operator for on-site assembly.

Medium Size: 6-8 meters, the "crowd magnet" for events and exhibitions

6 to 8-meter dinosaurs are the main attractions for medium-sized events, with Tyrannosaurus Rex and Spinosaurus being the most popular. The daily rental fee is 1500-2000 USD. The higher price is mainly due to the larger skeleton and more complex motors; the tail has a natural downward curve, and these dynamic functions require additional parts and maintenance.

An outdoor rock festival in London, UK, rented a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex last year for a total fee of 1800 USD.

The transport distance was 300 km, which did not exceed the free limit, so only the basic rental fee was charged. The operator arrived 2 hours early to assemble it on the side of the stage. The dinosaur's standing height was 2.5 meters (with its neck raised, it could reach 3.5 meters). Combined with the stage lighting, the roaring sound at the start of the show led to continuous screams from the audience.

Large Size Dinosaurs: 9-12 meters, the "visual bomb" for large events

Dinosaurs over 9 meters are "heavyweights," represented by Brachiosaurus and Apatosaurus. The daily rental fee is 2200-2500 USD. The cost is high due to the materials and technology; each section needs separate anti-fracture reinforcement; the Apatosaurus's legs are as thick as utility poles, and the bracket load-bearing capacity is measured in tons.

A tech exhibition in Sydney, Australia, rented a 10-meter Brachiosaurus last year for a total fee of 2400 USD.

The transport distance was 800 km, exceeding the 500 km free limit. The extra 300 km was charged at 600 USD (3 × 200). Two forklifts were used for installation; the dinosaur was assembled lying down. Once standing, its neck could be raised 8 meters high, just reaching the ceiling of the exhibition hall dome.

Explanation of Fixed Costs Beyond Rental Fee

Regardless of the size rented, some costs are included by default: transportation uses our own flatbed truck equipped with anti-vibration pads to prevent dinosaur bumps; during installation, the operator adjusts all joints to ensure flexibility where movement is needed and stability where firmness is required; the operator is present throughout the rental period but is not responsible for moving the dinosaur on-site, which requires an additional 300 USD labor fee.

For example, an education exhibition in Berlin, Germany, rented a 5-meter Triceratops. They asked in advance if the steps to the exhibition hall could be cleared. We replied that "the tail needs to be disassembled and reinstalled during setup," and the client added a 200 USD disassembly and reassembly fee. The final total was 1000 USD, 200 USD more than the budget but without any disputes.

Specific Services Included in the Fee

The rental fee defaults to three parts: transportation (free within 500 km, using a flatbed trailer with anti-vibration pads), installation (1 operator completes assembly within 2 hours, debugging joint activity and sound effects), and operation support (the operator is present throughout the rental period, guiding interaction but not responsible for on-site movement).

For example, renting a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex for 1800 USD includes 300 km transportation from Dallas to Austin, 1 operator arriving at 8 am to set up, and controlling the dinosaur's head movement and roaring during the event.

Transportation: Door-to-Door from Warehouse to Your Site

The transportation service included in the fee uses a trailer with rubber anti-vibration blocks on the bottom to prevent the dinosaur from being damaged on bumpy roads—last year, a client in Vancouver, Canada, rented a 6-meter Spinosaurus. After 800 km of transport, inspection showed no cracks in the silicone skin and no loose joint screws.

It is completely free within 500 km. The excess distance is charged at 200 USD per 100 km. For example, renting from Los Angeles to San Francisco (600 km) incurs an additional 200 USD for the 100 km excess, and the total transportation fee is still included in the daily rental rate. Transportation is generally scheduled 1 day in advance, and the operator accompanies the truck to ensure the dinosaur can be unloaded immediately upon arrival.

Installation: Making the Dinosaur "Live" in 2 Hours

Installation is performed by 1 certified operator, requiring no client involvement. The steps are detailed: unpack, unfold the dinosaur from the folding bracket; secure the base, using expansion bolts or sandbags for stability (chosen based on the site's floor material); finally, debug the joints, arm movements, and mouth opening and closing, testing every movable part 3 times.

Last year, a primary school event in Arizona, USA, rented a 5-meter Triceratops. The operator arrived at 9 am and finished the installation by 11 am.

Operation Support: The "Dinosaur Butler" During the Event

During the rental period, the operator is present throughout, not just standing by: pressing button A on the remote control makes the dinosaur roar, and flipping switch B makes it shake its head. If children want to touch the dinosaur, the operator will remind them, "Don't pull the tail, the silicone will tear," but will not actively turn them away.

A family day event in Munich, Germany, rented a 4-meter Stegosaurus, and the operator stayed for 6 hours. Midway, the Stegosaurus's roar suddenly became quiet. The operator immediately opened the rear cover to check and found it was a battery contact issue. The battery was replaced in 5 minutes, and the event continued.

Hidden Costs

In addition to the visible transport, installation, and operation, the fee also includes equipment inspection: before each dinosaur leaves the warehouse, we test the skin's tensile strength (to ensure it can't be pulled apart), the motor temperature (not exceeding 60℃), and the remote control signal (no delay within 100 meters). Last year, during the outgoing inspection for an 8-meter T-Rex rented by a client in Edinburgh, UK, we found a slight abnormal noise in the left foreclaw motor. We directly replaced it with a spare part, without the client incurring extra costs.

These details are written in the contract appendix. 90% of clients who read it say, "I didn't expect them to even monitor the motor temperature." As the client who rented the 10-meter Brachiosaurus in Brisbane, Australia, said: "The fee looks higher than others, but all necessary services are included, and I didn't have to worry about a thing."

Common Surcharge Explanations

Renting a simulated dinosaur may incur three types of surcharges: special styling (such as fluorescent green skin, theme stickers) costs an additional 300-500 USD per unit; for rentals exceeding 7 days, the excess days are billed at an 80% discount on the daily rate; night illumination (adding LED light strips or projection) costs an additional 150 USD/day per unit. A client who rented a 10-meter Brachiosaurus for an exhibition was charged 400 USD extra for the fluorescent blue skin but saved 600 USD because the exhibition lasted 12 days (exceeding 7 days). The total surcharge was reduced by 200 USD.

Wanting to Change the Dinosaur Skin Color

If a client requests a non-standard color for the dinosaur, such as fluorescent pink or metallic blue, or wants to print a brand logo or event slogan, we charge a customization fee of 300-500 USD/unit. The reason is simple: regular dinosaurs use a universal silicone mold, but special colors require re-mixing the silicone, and printing designs requires manual painting, both of which require extra labor time.

Last year, a client rented a 6-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex for a brand promotion and requested their company's slogan be printed on the dinosaur's back. We adjusted the ink color three times to meet the standard, and the final customization fee was 450 USD. The client later reported: "Although it cost extra, the on-site effect was very eye-catching, and it was worth it."

Rental Period Exceeding 7 Days

The basic rental period is defaulted to 7 days, and we charge 80% of the daily rental rate for the excess days. This is not arbitrary—dinosaurs need daily skin cleaning (to prevent silicone aging), motor checks (to avoid overheating), and joint adjustments (to maintain flexibility). Long-term rentals require more frequent maintenance, but the cost is lower than short-term rentals, so we offer a discount to the client.

For example, renting a 7-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex with a daily rental fee of 1800 USD for 10 days would cost 12,600 USD for the first 7 days, and 1440 USD per day for the last 3 days (1800 × 0.8). The total rent is 12,600 + 4,320 = 16,920 USD, saving 1620 USD from the original price. A German education exhibition rented it for 12 days, and the client specifically noted the "overtime discount" in the contract, saying, "This transparent rule is reassuring."

Needing Illumination at Night

If the event requires night display, such as outdoor camping or a light show, the dinosaur needs to be equipped with LED light strips or projection effects, and we charge 150 USD/day/unit. An Australian star-gazing themed campsite rented a 5-meter Triceratops and requested it glow blue at night. We installed flexible light strips on the dinosaur's back and added a small projector to the eyes to simulate "glowing pupils." The client said: "Children chased the glowing dinosaur at night, and the event's popularity increased significantly. The 150 USD was well spent."

Difficult Site Access

If the client's site has steps, narrow doors, or mud, and extra lifting or carrying is required during transport or installation, a handling fee of 200-500 USD/time may be charged. Our flatbed trailer can only reach the parking lot; the remaining distance requires manual labor—for example, moving a 5-meter Triceratops over 3 steps requires disassembling the tail, lifting the head, and 4 people for half an hour, which incurs an extra charge. A Canadian old castle held an event, and the entrance was only 1.5 meters wide, so our dinosaur (4 meters tall) couldn't get in. The neck and tail were ultimately disassembled, moved in three sections, and reassembled, incurring a 300 USD handling fee.

Last-Minute Dinosaur Change

If the client has placed an order but requests to switch to a different size or species of dinosaur within 3 days before the event, we charge a handling fee of 20% of the daily rental rate.

A US mall originally rented a 4-meter Stegosaurus but wanted to switch to a 6-meter Tyrannosaurus Rex two days before the event. We calculated that the original Stegosaurus had already been loaded, and now it needed to be unloaded, and the Tyrannosaurus Rex's transport route had to be rescheduled. The final handling fee was 240 USD (1200 × 20%).

We include these surcharges in the contract's supplementary terms, and 90% of clients who read them in advance say, "It's all transparent." As a wedding planning company in the UK said: "Knowing what situations will incur extra charges allows us to plan ahead and avoid on-site disputes."