Soviet Union T-34/85 RC Medium Tank - BASIC version
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The Soviet Union T-34-85 Medium rc Tank is an accurate replica of the legendary T-34-85 tank used in World War II. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, this remote-controlled tank offers a realistic and immersive experience for any tank enthusiast or history buff.
Measuring at around 1:16 scale, this medium tank model captures the essence of the original T-34-85 with its robust and rugged appearance. The exterior features a weathered finish, complete with battle scars, rust, and faded camouflage, enhancing its authenticity and historical accuracy.
Equipped with a remote control, this tank can move forward, backward, turn left, and turn right with ease. The turret can rotate 320 degrees, allowing for precise targeting and engaging in realistic combat scenarios. It also has the ability to fire small plastic pellets, simulating the tank's firepower.
The tank's tracks are made of high-quality rubber, providing excellent traction and allowing it to conquer various terrains smoothly. Its suspension system ensures stability and enhances the overall maneuverability of the tank, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
The T-34-85 Medium rc Tank features realistic sound effects, including engine noises, gunshots, and radio communication sounds, further immersing the user into the World War II battlefield. Additionally, it has LED headlights and taillights, adding to its visual appeal and enhancing the overall experience.
Powered by a rechargeable battery, this tank offers a decent play time of approximately 15-20 minutes on a full charge. Charging is simple and convenient with the included USB cable.
This replica tank also boasts various additional features, including an adjustable gun barrel that can be elevated and depressed, a detachable turret hatch for easy access to the tank's interior, and a realistic suspension system that reacts to obstacles and uneven surfaces.
Overall, the Soviet Union T-34-85 Medium rc Tank is a well-crafted and fully functional replica that pays homage to one of the most iconic tanks in history. Its attention to detail, realistic controls, and immersive features make it a must-have for any tank enthusiast or history aficionado, allowing them to relive the thrilling battles of World War II from the comfort of their own home.
History
The T-34-85 medium tank was developed and produced by the Soviet Union during World War II. It was an improved version of the earlier T-34 tank, which had already proven to be a formidable armored vehicle on the Eastern Front. The T-34-85 entered service in 1944 and played a significant role in the final years of the war.
The need for an upgraded version of the T-34 arose due to the changing nature of warfare on the Eastern Front. The earlier T-34 faced challenges when confronting heavier German tanks, such as the Tiger and Panther. In response, Soviet engineers started working on improving the T-34's firepower and protection.
The T-34-85 featured a more powerful 85mm gun, with an improved turret and better frontal armor. The thicker armor provided increased protection, giving it an edge over its predecessors and many German tanks. The tank’s overall design remained similar to the T-34, allowing for easy production and maintenance.
When the T-34-85 was introduced, it quickly proved its worth on the battlefield. The tank's combination of mobility, firepower, and armor made it highly effective against German armored units. It could penetrate the frontal armor of most German tanks, while its sloped armor provided greater protection against enemy shells.
The T-34-85 played a crucial role in the Soviet Union's offensive operations against German forces. It was used in major offensives like Operation Bagration, which resulted in the liberation of Belarus. The tank's mobility allowed for swift advances, and its firepower proved decisive in engagements with German armored units.
After the end of World War II, the T-34-85 remained in service with the Soviet Union and its allies. It was also exported to various countries in the Eastern Bloc and used extensively in conflicts worldwide, particularly during the Korean War.
Despite its technological advancements, the T-34-85 did have certain limitations. Its cramped interior and lack of modern amenities made it less comfortable for the crew. Additionally, the tank's optical range-finding equipment was relatively primitive, affecting its accuracy over long distances.
Despite these limitations, the T-34-85 remains one of the most iconic and widely produced tanks in history. Its design and performance influenced future tank development, both in the Soviet Union and internationally. The T-34-85's impact can still be seen in contemporary tank design, making it a testament to the Soviet Union's engineering ingenuity during World War II.
Details
Controls/Functions:
The MFCB, known as the Latest Generation TK7.0 Multi-Function Control Board, offers proportional control over acceleration, steering, turret traverse, and gun elevation/depression.
The programmable radio settings allow customization of recoil intensity, turns sensitivity, overall acceleration sensitivity, high and low-speed modes, etc.
It features a smoke effect function that can be turned on or off.
The tank includes headlights and brake lights that can be switched on or off.
The volume can be adjusted across five settings, including off.
There are four different sound sets available, each containing unique sounds for engine start, idle, acceleration, turret traverse, gun elevation, machine gun, cannon firing, and shutdown.
The track recoil feature offers three settings - low, medium, and high - which simulate the tank briefly moving backward to mimic recoil when firing the main cannon.
The tank fires 6mm plastic BBs, reaching a range of 10 meters with limited accuracy and velocity. Caution and appropriate eye protection are advised.
Additionally, it fires an invisible IR signal for use in Heng Long's Infrared Battle System, where hitting an opponent tank five times in simulated combat disables it. Up to 20 tanks can engage in battles simultaneously.
The tank boasts independent suspension on all road wheels.
Includes:
Heng Long Soviet Union T-34 Professional Edition 1/16 Scale Medium Tank - RTR
2S 7.4v 1800mAh Li-ion battery with Tamiya connector
2S USB LiPo/Li-ion battery charger
12-Channel 2.4GHz radio transmitter
Magnetic Infrared (IR) battle system receiver
Painted cosmetic accessory parts
Adhesive decal sheet
6mm plastic BBs (50 Pack)
2x spare track links
Smoke oil
Complete instruction manual
Adjustable tracks tension
Metal Rock Arm
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