1/16 Radio Controlled Tank Series No.18 (ITEM TAM56018)
PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE TANKS HAVE THE NEW GEAR BOXES!
Tamiya continues to develop its 1/16 R/C Tank Series. The fourth full-option kit to make its appearance is the German Heavy Tank King Tiger. Not only can the model move forward and backward and turn with a great sense of power, but the turret can be rotated and the 88mm gun raised and lowered. To imitate the firing of the main gun and of front machinegun, light flashes while sound is heard. The sound of the engine has been recorded, with the assistance of the French museum of Saumur, from a real Maybach HL230-P30 engine of the only King Tiger kept in working condition in the world. Not only all stages of engine sound (idling through full throttle) but also all the metallic clanking of the tank tracks have been thoroughly recorded.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Inches / Lbs | Centimeters / Kg | |
| Length (Hull) | - | - |
| Length (with Gun Forward) | 25.2 | 64.0 |
| Height | 9.25 | 23.5 |
| Width | 9.25 | 23.5 |
| Weight | 9.4 | 4.25 |
*A four-channel RC unit is necessary to operate this kit. Two 7.2V Tamiya Racing Packs (or equivalent) and charger are also required.
FEATURES
88mm
gun barrel replicated with aluminum
Intricate
tank tracks come pre-assembled
Kit
includes 1 tank commander (upper torso), and decals for 3 different King Tiger Heavy
Tank versions
Two Types of Engine Starting Sounds
Besides using electric motor starter in general conditions, the
King Tiger's engine was started using a crank starter on cold days to
save batteries power. This model realistically replicates both of these
procedures. When switching on transmitter first, the crank starting
sound is heard, but when you switch on the receiver first, electric
motor starting sound is heard. You can now feel like you are part of the
tank crew as you decide which procedure to follow based on temperature
conditions.
Recording
the Actual Engine Sound
The only King Tiger kept in working condition is displayed in
the Musee des Blindes in Saumur France. In order to record the actual
Maybach engine sound, Tamiya's staff crossed half of the planet to come
to Saumur. Not only all stages of engine sound from idling through full
throttle, but also all the metallic clanking of the tank tracks as well
as the crank starting sound and the electric motor starting sound have
been thoroughly recorded. Hearing the 700hp Maybach V12 engine sound
when running your King Tiger will provide you with an even more striking
feel of realism.
Zimmerit
Coating, Realistic and Easy to Apply
During
the second half of WWII, Zimmerit coating was applied on German tanks to
protect them from the threat of magnetic mines. For this kit, the
Zimmerit coating has been replicated with a unique relief printed seal.
Thanks to this seal, you can now represent accurately a late war King
Tiger with great ease.
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HISTORY
For more details about the history of German King Tiger tank click here!
ACCESSORIES
Battle System (Item No. TAM53447)
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This unique optic system that employs infrared light will enable you to enjoy real tank battles with more than 2 tanks. This system featuring LED technology reproduces explosion and engine failure sound as well as speed loss and hindered movement of a damaged tank. Range of system is approximately 30m. |
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Item Number: TAM56018 (Full Option 1/16 Scale TAMIYA King Tiger Tank)
Item Number: TAM56018A (COMBO A: TAM56018 + TAM53447 TAMIYA R/C Battle System)
Please Note: Starting January 7, 2004 because of the large change in US currency values all orders for Tamiya 1/16 tank models will be shipped directly from our HK Office and delivery time will be between 9-11 business days after shipment.
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Price Each :$615.00* |
Shipping Destination:
Price Each:$625.00* |
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Price Each:$665.00* |
| TAM56018 |
TAMIYA KING TIGER KIT |
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Shipping Destination:
Price Each :$695.00* |
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Price Each:$698.00* |
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Price Each:$753.00* |
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COMBO "A" |
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* Item Cost includes the price of the item and shipping costs to the selected destination only. Item cost doesn't include any other fees such as local and/or state taxes, import duties, etc. These are the responsibility of the purchaser.
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