This is a 1/16 scale R/C assembly kit of the Russian heavy tank KV-1 which terrified German forces during WWII. The dynamic form of the KV-1's angular, welded turret has been accurately reproduced, and accessories such as the tow cables and tool boxes highlight its superb exterior details. Many metal parts have also been incorporated with the chassis to ensure high durability. In addition to forward/reverse running and left/right turning, the tank also features realistic barrel and hull recoil actions when firing the main gun. The front machine gun also features muzzle flash effect and firing sounds, while both the headlight and taillight are controllable as well. Realistic Mobility: Rear-mounted pre-assembled gearbox features Type 380 motors for plenty of power. Metal parts such as the lower hull, suspension arms, and drive sprockets ensure durability. The suspension is just like that on an actual KV-1 and features metal torsion bars and pre-assembled resin tracks to absorb terrain undulations. In addition, the DMD Control Unit T-08 features a special low-speed setting which enables slow lumbering movements for even greater realism. Main Gun Firing During main gun firing, the barrel-mounted LED flashes, firing sound roars from the on board speaker, and the turret recoil unit and drivetrain gearbox work in conjunction to produce realistic barrel and hull recoil movement. Functions of Tank • The gun barrel offers 24 degrees elevation and 4 degrees depression. Push control stick 2 forward/rearwards to move the gun. • The turret features full 360 degrees rotation. Push control stick 1 to the left/right for rotation. Rotating speed is accompanied with the stick movement. • Features metal torsion bars and pre-assembled resin tracks to recreate realistic lumbering movement of the tank. • During firing, the barrel-mounted LED flashes, firing sound roars from the on-board speaker. Realistic barrel and hull recoil movement are also reproduced. • The front machine gun also features muzzle flash effect and firing sounds. • Turning on/off the headlight is controllable via transmitter input. • Turning on/off the headlight is controllable via transmitter input. • DMD Control Unit T-08 controls various movements of the tank. DMD Multi-Function Unit MF-06 provides many realistic sound and light effects. •Metal parts for chassis, suspension arms, and drive sprockets ensure high strength and durability. •Aluminium gun barrel and photo-etched radiator grilles included. •All actions accompanied by realistic sounds, especially the engine sounds, which were digitally recorded from the actual 38.8 litre V12 diesel engine. The speaker is installed onto the chassis centre to emit realistic sounds. •DMD Units included. Battle System Item No: 53447 This unique infrared system allows realistic battle simulation when equipped on two or more Tamiya R/C tanks. Sounds for taking a hit and engine damage, plus reduced speeds and delayed control responses mimic battle damage. System has 30m maximum indoor range.
All parts according to Tamiya Guide books, Tamiya manuals and Tamiya parts listings.